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Old 09-12-2011, 11:29 PM
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hey sup guys? I have a 2005 single cab Silverado 4.8 4wd 5spd ok and I'm not sure if I should stick with my engine or swap it? What are the recommended engines for my application? are the mods going to affect the 4WD? I go offroading occasionally, but most of the time in the city. Moreover, I don't go to the track, and this truck is my daily driver. Please give me your thoughts and suggestions. Thanks in advance.
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Wow. Big post. Lol.

What are your goals? What do you like, what don't you like? Tire size? Budget? Trans preference?
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Heads/Cam 6.0
X2, either heads/cam 6.0 or boost the 4.8L.
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BOOSTthe 4.8
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Geo Metro 3 cylinder swap, its the new rage around here.
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alright guys, can I get not less than 550whp on the current motor? If yes how much would it cost, and what stuff to put in there? what's the best to do guys is to swap? Im kinda wanna swap lol
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Budget?
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And is keeping a manually-shifted trans a must?
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Originally Posted by rjwz28
And is keeping a manually-shifted trans a must?
not expensive is always good and yes I'm gonna keep it manual. Do I have to change the trans? thanks


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