I bought a 1997 5.7

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Re: I bought a 1997 5.7

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I finally got the vortec 5.7 running, I have a few little problems to work out such as the exhaust leaks, the top coolant line on the intake leaks and the electric fan still rubs on the water pump pulley. I order this electric fan from ebay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SUPER-16-CHROME ... 55&vxp=mtr
Recently bought a 1989 Astro RS from Florida. Replaced stock engine witha 1997 5.7 vortec with TBI and replaced transmission with rebuilt 700R4 with mild shift kit.
Bought on Monday the 16th of April 2012
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Re: I bought a 1997 5.7

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markmitchinnh wrote:Engine is in , should be running by end of week. Still need to install exhaust and coolant system. Update with pics soon I promise.
doyoulikeithere wrote:A sound clip would be Awesome !!!!
Use that button up there to [youtube]Place it Here ! [/youtube] :yawinkle:
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Re: I bought a 1997 5.7

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As you may know I do not have a garage and its raining here so when it stops I will fix the timing, exhaust leaks and any other little problems then make a video. I promise.
Recently bought a 1989 Astro RS from Florida. Replaced stock engine witha 1997 5.7 vortec with TBI and replaced transmission with rebuilt 700R4 with mild shift kit.
Bought on Monday the 16th of April 2012
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