5.3 to 6.0 swap
01-22-2005, 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by 03sierraslt
I vote for the 6.0. I have ridden in 5.3's and 6.0's with very similar power in similar trucks, the 6.0 will always pull the 5.3 if the power is close. The 6.0 has a better torque curve and builds torque lower in the rpm range and also holds it.
01-22-2005, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by 02sierraz71_5.3
I still dont see it, I can get p/p heads, cam, gaskets, bolts and rods for around 1600 install is going to be around 350 thats a total of 1950 for an NA motor that will give me a good 350 at the wheel (obviously with other bolt ons). I know the 6.0 has alot more potential and my tq numbers will be low with the 5.3, ktmrider just sent me a car craft article where they got 458 out of a 5.3 NA (props man preciate it). By my math Id need to get a 6.0 for around 1500 and then it still wouldnt give me the numbers that Id be getting with the 5.3 and bolt ons. If Im missing something let me know.
If anyone has parts I can use pm me
rock on
If anyone has parts I can use pm me
rock on
Gonzo and the others are right, long term the 6.0L will give you better options. You have time ( but not storage ) that will play in your favor.
I have seen the LQ9's on eBay for around $2500 brand new. Of course, this was before they got "special" and popular with the large bore LS1 crowd.
The stock computer tune will be perfectly fine til you are ready to really rumble. Also make sure to go a route that allows growth later down the line if more mods are in the cards.
I got my rotating 4" stroker assy for $2000 shipped. I cannot push them since they are not sponsors here but PM me if you want the name and website.
Enjoy the buildup, take it from me it's much more interesting than sitting in front of the tube ( but not the computer tho hee hee ).
01-22-2005, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by FarmTruc
Just to let you know what you can expect in the 1/4. I did a 4.8L to 6.0L swap a month or so ago, with just the LQ4, LS6 '02cam, and tune (everything else stock) he busted out a 13.4 in the 1/4. Pretty respectable for the cost. The truck was a reg cab '02.
01-23-2005, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by gamedawgx53
I wandered the same 
SDPC is about the cheapest place to find a new crate
engine since they buy in bulk
and they're like 32-35 hundred
SDPC is about the cheapest place to find a new crate
engine since they buy in bulk
and they're like 32-35 hundred
GM has a warehouse of surplus engines. In fact there are 80 000 engines in this warehouse. They are overruns or cosmetically blemished. The ware house is connected to several engine whole sellers who move these engines in large quantities. I bought an 03 LQ4 which seems to have surplus right now. The engine I just received was actually built on the line but rejected because the heat shield was wrinkled. The name in this thread of the fella in Oklahoma city is one of them.
Good Luck!
01-23-2005, 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Jamesbond2509
GM has a warehouse of surplus engines. In fact there are 80 000 engines in this warehouse. They are overruns or cosmetically blemished. The ware house is connected to several engine whole sellers who move these engines in large quantities. I bought an 03 LQ4 which seems to have surplus right now. The engine I just received was actually built on the line but rejected because the heat shield was wrinkled. The name in this thread of the fella in Oklahoma city is one of them.
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
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gotta website link?
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got it 