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Old 10-05-2012, 12:02 AM
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So i found guy that can hook me up with cheap junk yard engines. The 5.3 in my 2000 Silverado isn't fast enough anymore. I'm looking for a newer- more powerfull engine to swap in. I already have a 4l80e and efi live tune on the list. Currently truck has e-fans, intake, TSP headers and a tune. I work in a custom fabrication shop so turbos are in my future. Suggestions for swap?
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just boost the 5.3 since you are going to add a turbo anyways....
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Yep, boost the 5.3.
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Boost a 6.0 with a 4.8 crank
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Boost a 6.0 with a 4.8 crank
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I've been wanting to do the 6.0 block/ 4.8 crank for a long time..
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I have a 6.0 block and 4.8 crank, but boost ain't my thing, just a random thought.
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I was tempted to do it on my truck...but turbo lag doesn't agree with less cubes. lol
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I've pondered the 4.8/6.0 combo before. I'm looking into a 6.2 or a LS2.
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So i found guy that can hook me up with cheap junk yard engines. The 5.3 in my 2000 Silverado isn't fast enough anymore. I'm looking for a newer- more powerfull engine to swap in. I already have a 4l80e and efi live tune on the list. Currently truck has e-fans, intake, TSP headers and a tune. I work in a custom fabrication shop so turbos are in my future. Suggestions for swap?

If he can get you an LS3 that would be a good choice.
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