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Another Motor swap...V8 or V6
I’ve tossed this idea around. I can’t seem to find many 4.8’s “local-ish” where I’m at. 5.3 are just about every where you turn. I’d love a turbo and then I start looking back to the SB and I remember how quickly it went from a drive to letting the ponies run every time it came out of the shop...- Tbone
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Another Motor swap...V8 or V6
I really appreciate the input. I won’t say money is no objective because it has to be within reason. But I’ll also say I’m not on a penny pinching budget to limp this along. I love these old pickups. This one in particular was my first vehicle so it’s got a little more of a special spot for me...- Tbone
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4wd or 2wd? Also what’s your gearing, tire and trans? Good to hear on the longevity. Definitely much better than I expected!- Tbone
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Another Motor swap...V8 or V6
Current motor was netting me 8.5mpg, carburetor setup. All 55mph county roads to and from work. It was dyno’d at 323hp to the wheel. That was through built TH350, 3.73, and 33’s. It was a fun motor that lasted me many years. Just never practical as a backup vehicle. Made two round trips to...- Tbone
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Another Motor swap...V8 or V6
bextreme04 I will say that’s pretty impressive in the burb! It definitely takes a win in my book for towing as well over the Ecoboost. While they pull well they are no match for a v8 of any kind when their is weight behind them. Not in my experience at least. Bennyt I’ve been down the small...- Tbone
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Another Motor swap...V8 or V6
I completely agree it would get things going quickly. Locally there is a 5.3 with every wire needed that is ready to drop in at the snap of a finger but I just can’t seem to pull the trigger on it. The thought of a 3.5 in there that’s cranking out over 400tq to the wheels would no doubt make...- Tbone
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Another Motor swap...V8 or V6
New here and I'm at the point many of you have been before...the old mighty mouse popped out a few of her innards and said goodbye, so it's time for a swap. Straight to the point. I want to drive this pickup and I'm determined to find a way to do it. The ol 355 did well for me over the years...- Tbone
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