OldSub - Thanks for the reply. I've been to your web sites and read a lot of what you have posted. Lots of food for thought. I also frequent the H.A.M.B. alot and have looked a lot of threads about the 472-500 Caddy engines. Do you have any recent pics of your project, engine and trans install? Can you tell me more about the IFS C20 install? How is that going? Would it require a lot of fab to get the front tires inside the fenders? What is the width, wheel mounting surface to wheel mounting surface for the C20? Is it a 4X4 IFS? About towing, i've got a 16 foot flatbed and a 20 foot enclosed trailer. I'm just guessing, but i would like to be able to tow up to 9 - 10k. I think the most i've towed with my 97 GMC is around 6.5k or so. Is your truck going to be a dually? Thanks
WAVE1957 - Thanks for the reply. I have not firmly decided on engine choice yet. My 97 GMC has a 350 and 4L60e and the trans made it 154K miles before needing rebuilt. It blew out that sun shell part. This 6.0 engine you mentioned; it's not a diesel is it? And this electronics stuff, well, my biggest problem with that is how do i diagnose a problem when something happens? I really want to keep by dash simple and use original gauges, but updated with new internals, maybe a couple extra gauges like trans temp and such. I don't have any of the programmers or diag tools in my toolbox. If my GMC throws up a check engine lite, i've got to head to the dealer. I don't like being unable to troubleshoot for myself. Now with all that said, these computer engines sure do run cleaner and sometimes do get better milage. And if it ends up being cost effective, more dependable, and a cleaner install, i'm definitely listening. Thanks,
And for both of you; What about that rear engine crossmember issue? How would each of you deal with that? I'm guessing that it would have to come out with the drivetrain that you suggest.
Thanks for the info,
Mike
