i have a 4.8 ls swap that I’m going to put into my 1984 Buick Regal and I was just looking for tips and recommended motor mounts and will the motor run just off the computer that I took out of the truck with the ls? and how will I get my speedometer to work again I’m just trying to have a turn key cruiser
Hey what’s up Boli! Set up sounds good! Wondering if you already have the motor? If you do, what all cane with it And do you have the transmission too? What year is it?
That'll help figure out what you’ll need.
If you don’t have a motor yet, I recommend you buy a donor car/Truck...you’ll have everything you need and you won’t have to worry about running around pick a part yards and auto parts stores. A “junkyard built motor” can turn into a “who jacked my money?” REAL quick.
I recommend watching a lot of LS videos...from the low budget YouTube tutorials, to the TV auto specials. Watch enough of those and all the “he says/she says” starts crossing itself out to help you get an unbiased opinion on your options. Everything from bolts to safety. There’s a lot that goes into it.
Start watching this series below on YouTube. Yes it’s corny, but watch every episode. From there, even if you’ve done a bunch of swaps before or know your way around the garage, watch other videos from other yotubers...Don’t rush it. Your ‘turnkey’ will turn into a turkey if you don’t plan this out.
And please don’t forget about your safety. From suspension and brake upgrades to handle the LS, look into fuel cutoff in case of accidents and such. Daily driver or weekend racer/show car, stay safe.