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
I bought a 1997 5.7
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markmitchinnh
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Re: I bought a 1997 5.7
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
Bought on Monday the 16th of April 2012
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doyoulikeithere
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Re: I bought a 1997 5.7
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.
Use that button up there to [youtube]Place it Here ! [/youtube]doyoulikeithere wrote:A sound clip would be Awesome !!!!
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markmitchinnh
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Re: I bought a 1997 5.7
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
Bought on Monday the 16th of April 2012