[juniorsredram]

ive searched so before i get blasted i already look but didnt really find much. in the morning on jan 11th im suppsose to pick up a mint i mean mint 1996 cclb 4x4 12 valve 120k original. and i started seeing things on here about a possble 53 block 12 valve. seeing how my last 2nd gen a 99 cracked and i bought a new motor i do not want to go through this process again. so any info would be cool thank you

 

[jtc1227]

Your in the clear with a 96. I think 98 was the only year of the 12v that had the possibility of a 53 code block. My truck has a build date of 12/97 and is a 53 code block

 

[juniorsredram]

thank you sir. i appreciate the quick response.

 

[jtc1227]

Your welcome. Hope the truck works out for you

 

[ions82]

Have you already seen/driven it? Did you already buy it? It sounds like a great find. My '96 is far from mint, but damned if it doesn't start up and run like a top. These trucks are fantastic. You made the right decision by reducing the number of valves.

 

[juniorsredram]

yea i drove the truck a couple times. seems to be an pretty sweet deal. its an auto which i really didnt want but ill take it down to garmin see what kind of tranny upgrades ill need for what im trying to acheive. ill post some pics later today

 

[juniorsredram]

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[juniorsredram]

ill try again later

 

[juniorsredram]

this may get moved but here she is at the mans house i drove it home just about 30 minutes ago.Pictures by juniorschop - Photobucket

 

[ions82]

Looks like a beauty. Does it have a non-ripped driver's seat and in-tact steering wheel? If so, I'd have to say it's about a close as it gets to "mint." Do you mind if I ask how much you got it for? These trucks got a lot cheaper once the fuel prices shot up, and they don't seem to be going back up (the prices of the trucks).

Also, I'm sure Mr. Garmin can beef up that tranny to make it stronger than any manual. The stock autos may not be the toughest units, but a well built version is actually pretty awesome. You're lucky to live near such a well-known builder!

 

[juniorsredram]

the interior looks almost as no one has sat in it. i mean like no signs of visual wearing practically looks new. i was shocked. i will post a better pick. and yes i think i got a good deal at 8.

 

[Algae Eater]

Your in the clear with a 96. I think 98 was the only year of the 12v that had the possibility of a 53 code block. My truck has a build date of 12/97 and is a 53 code block

They went from 1998 to 2000.

Where did you see the 53 on your block jtc1227???

Mine is from 11/97 (also a 98) and I don't see a 53 on mine.

 

[JLRnKY]

Very good looking truck, id bought for that price too!

 

[jtc1227]

They went from 1998 to 2000.

Where did you see the 53 on your block jtc1227???

Mine is from 11/97 (also a 98) and I don't see a 53 on mine.

On the driver side just above the oil pan. Same as on my 24v. Friend of mine has a 98 12v engine that is also a 53 code block.