Help me prepare for my motor swap.

[OR VietVet]

Using the discount codes at RA, along with their great prices is great but there will be a time when you need a part asap and have to do the "hundred dollar to death" walk, whether you like it or not. That is why this thread is great because now you have others helping you prepare for this swap. IMO, the tune parts, all fresh gaskets and seals, mounts, hoses, belts, clamps, filters, fluids, available harnesses and wear items all should be swapped out.

 

[iamdub]

Ok, point taken... best water pump I can get. We have a lift to do the job, so we'll be up and down between motor and trans, but it should be ok.


So I've heard there is a kit or package that includes these sensors and/or harnesses and connectors, but I can't find anything like that. I picked out the parts I could find on RockAuto, like I said above, this came out to about $300 - is there somewhere else I should be getting them that is more economical, or can someone point me to the replacement 'kit' somewhere? I tried looking on Summit and can't find anything like this, but I don't really know what to search for.

Should I get a motor mount kit and do those too, while I'm at it? The ones a RockAuto have 2 motor mounts and a transmission mount. I can't see that it would hurt to do this, they shouldn't be too hard to change if the motor and trans are out

I did my engine job on a lift 100% by myself and everything rode it up and down every time with no problems. A/C compressor and power steering pump on the accessory bracket were both tied to the sides with mechanic's wire. I also found the new balancing point of mine with the engine out so it'd be that much safer on the lift.

I'd just source the parts individually. I can't say I've ever seen a "kit" for all the sensors and harnesses. Usually, kits are put together with cheaper aftermarket components. You're paying for the convenience of ordering everything in one click, but buying bigger chances of unexpected failures that'll likely cost you more than just getting the good stuff the first time around. The time you spend searching for a "kit" probably takes longer than just ordering the parts separately. I get a list of parts I want and search each part number. I get the part's price, including shipping and either back out of that site or save it in a cart, notate on my list where I want it from then repeat for the next part. If that next part is from the same place as a previous part, I add it to the cart and see if the shipping changes. Sometimes a part is just cheap enough to source it exclusively from one place. You don't need very much- just, like, 5 to 7 sensors. The only harness you need is the knock sensor harness.

Definitely replace the mounts while you have it out. With the engine out, their bolts on the engine block are as accessible as lug nuts. It's not a kit, just order two of the same part number for the engine mounts. The same applies here- aim for OEM. Avoid the cheaper parts store brands such as Duralast and Anchor. The transmission mount is certainly cheap enough and should be replaced as well to ensure your entire drivetrain is secured and aligned as intended from the factory.

 

[fasteddy]

I would and will use OEM gm motor mounts.
I've cheaped out on these before and regretted it.

On the sensor parts I've used dorman and ACDelco.....never really had an issue.
ACdelco in past few years has gotten kinda expensive and I swear with everything coming from China it all looks the same.
Same part, just a different brand.

These guys have pretty good prices.
https://www.gmpartsoutlet.net/oem-parts/gm-motor-mount-25828247
61.04 per

The same Genuine GM Part,motor mount, at Rock Auto is
77.79

That's a 27% price difference....big spread. Great businesses have been made on a 27% margin.

I've found summit has good prices too.

Just gotta make a list and shop around.

 

[fasteddy]

Last time I did this dorman made a kit with cam, crank, temp and oil pressure sensors in it.
I have yet to find that kit again, but still looking.

 

[tRidiot]

Yeah, that would be nice.

 

[Fred34]

Get the work area ready. Get the tires and wheels off and get closer to the ground but still leave enough room for you and others underneath. Get all fluids drained out and the work area dried up after. Get a work bench area cleaned up and straightened so you can lay parts that will be unbolted and reused and place to lay all reusable bolts and nuts. Plus lots more you will forget.

One thing that I always used to do while I worked in the HVAC field working on huge centrifugal chillers was to put all your screws, nuts, bolts, etc, into separate zip lock bags as you take them off, and LABLE THEM as to exactly what they are so that you can reassemble it a LOT easier. LABLE them as YOU think the part is, to make it easier on you. Same goes for hoses, and other parts as well, just use larger bags. Good luck !!!

 

[tRidiot]

I have an intake gasket kit in my cart, with intake manifold gaskets and a separate valley pan gasket (both Fel-Pro)... do I need any other gasket kits? Besides the water pump gaskets, which come with the pump.

 

[fasteddy]

Can you see this?
Amazon List of 6.0 sensor parts.
$180

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/6oQpRGT?ref_=wl_share

 

[fasteddy]

And you need this.....to crank up the power!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/3338997704...uijWSaeJVMQiClLfO4uBoi2kubP4pYnQaAnkSEALw_wcB

 

[OR VietVet]

Can you see this?
Amazon List of 6.0 sensor parts.
$180

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/6oQpRGT?ref_=wl_share

Great idea but use AC Delco or GM parts for replacement. Dorman is junk.