Stupid Question For The Truck Peoples
Thinking Abount New Truck What Pros And Cons For A Bolt On Truck

 

no cons

 

Get a 5.3 if you're going bolt-ons. The extra cubes will really help out once you start modding.

If you really wanna get serious, it's becoming pretty commonplace to swap a 6.0 or 5.7, in which case you really wouldn't need to spend the extra loot on the 5.3.

 

What he said

 

you will spend a little more getting the 4.8L to move, but they are able to get up and move
but if you plan on a swap, then it doesnt matter now does it

 

for just bolt on's, go 5.3.

 

Both engines are great. However, if you don't have any intentions in doing a swap in the future, just go with the 5.3. This is coming from someone who owns both.

 

If you get a 4.8 get the 5-Speed.

 

Yep, I agree. Only real difference is torque, 285 vs 325. My 4.8L misses the extra torque sometimes, especially with the 4WD.
Mods are available for both, you just get a higher place to start with the 5.3L. Unless you get stupid like me and hit the machine shop. Then there is no difference!

 

For some reason the rest of what I wrote didn't post, looks like everyone else has it covered. If you are looking at an extended cab get the texas edition with the 6.0.