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I just realized I have no idea what I am doing.
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That's not a Problem; it just makes it like the rest of your projects starting points!
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I should have some time this weekend to work on the project, but what do I do next?
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Measure; Measure; Measure. Overall Length of engine, height, width (those are not going to be issues)
The critical stuff, Motor Mount position / types (If it were me I'd Like to keep the Merc Mounts as they are probably much softer than the Chevy ones)
Plan how the mounts will match (adapter plates, Brackets to build ? ? ? ?)
Then the Length of the drive shaft (with proposed motor mounts), what ends go where. Find out if you have a local drive shaft shop ( I do and they are GREAT)
Determine the Gear Ratio of the Merc Rear end, and the S-10 Compare . . . Make educated decision on how that will work out.
Figure out your Fuel system, does the Merc use a return? A lift pump? I assume the S-10 has in tank fuel pump, if you just un-plug it will it still flow fuel . . .
Check and see if any coolant + heater hoses will be an issue . . .
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The Mercedes currently runs and drives (although there is an issue with the master brake cylinder)
What to do?
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You could just drive the Merc; pull a trailer whenever you need bed space . . . . That's basically what I do.
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I am also looking around to see if I can find another S10 (cheap) preferrably with a missing or blown engine.
I would rather do the swap into my existing truck, but who knows how long it will be out of commission!
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I think that just depends on how happy are you with your truck.
Would you rather a different Cab style?
Differant Bed Length?
Differant Color?
More options?
Fancy seats?
Something else . . . .
If you fancy such things then maybe a different truck is the way to go.
Can you be without the truck for say 2 weeks? Loan an EV to the Wife? You could rent a car if you get stuck for a day or 2.
If you Do convert your truck at least do all of the stuff I listed above Before hand.
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Anyways, send comments! What am I doing here!!!
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I don't know dude; but it's way cool.