gm's 5.3 is past it's prime. - Page 2

big hammer · 10-11-2011, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by radz28

If for some reason I couldn't get a CAMARO, I'd definetely be looking at a 6.2 Silverado or Sierra. Congrats' on the new ride

Throw a Maggy/KB/Whipple on it

man they are pretty nuts with f\i..

*radz28* · 10-11-2011, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by big hammer

man they are pretty nuts with f\i..

I almost didn't notice the KPH, lol. But that's a "little" 1900... Think what a little more boost with a 2.3, 2.8, or 2.9...

Very nice purchase, man

helmincamaro · 10-11-2011, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by syr74

My problem with both Ford and GM is that they won't let you have the larger V-8 engines in a regular cab truck. I would love to be able to order a 6.0L+ V-8 in a regular cab, 2wd but neither will let you do it. The problem with Ford and GM isn't that the engines don't exist, it is that they won't let you have them outside of limited cirumstances. Want big power and a regular cab, 2wd? You'll have to go to Dodge or Toyota.

yeah, like a dodge 1500 with an 8.4L V10 in it

*DGthe3* · 10-11-2011, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Americans have an aversion to diesels for some stupid and inane reason.

More than one reason:

People perceive diesel as 'dirty'
Price of diesel engines
People think diesels are noisy
Price of diesel fuel
People are stupid

I'm sure there are others

*DGthe3* · 10-11-2011, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RocketCutlass

They would have to redesign the chassis in the suburban to accomodate the duramax. You can't put a motor with that much power into a vehicle that can't exploit it's capabilities, meaning the motor can tow 25k pounds or so which we already knew, but the suv's are not rated for that. So they would have to strengthen them.

I thought you could get a 3/4 ton Suburban, maybe you can't anymore I don't know. But if so, it should be similar to a Silverado 2500 under the skin.

helmincamaro · 10-11-2011, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by DGthe3

More than one reason:

People perceive diesel as 'dirty'
Price of diesel engines
People think diesels are noisy
Price of diesel fuel
People are stupid

I'm sure there are others

yeah.... old diesels maybe.... but the new ones are so different. We've got 2 Dodge 5500s with the 6.7L cummins, they're amazingly quiet compared to the ford's with the powerstroke...... atleast til you down shift it and hit the exhaust brake

FenwickHockey65 · 10-11-2011, 04:36 PM

When Americans see the FE ratings on this...

...with a diesel, I think perceptions will change.

BowtieBelle · 10-11-2011, 05:53 PM

I miss my GM trucks, not gonna lie.

Silverlsinva · 10-11-2011, 07:06 PM

Yea i miss my truck as well. I am hoping and crossing fingers for a diesel 1500 or atleast a bigger motor in a reg cab long bed or short bed.

monstertodd · 10-12-2011, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by DGthe3

More than one reason:

People perceive diesel as 'dirty'
Price of diesel engines
People think diesels are noisy
Price of diesel fuel
People are stupid

I'm sure there are others

Honestly, I think the vast majority of Americans are ready to accept and embrace the diesel engine, but it's the car companies that think Americans won't accept diesels.

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TOMS1SS · 10-12-2011, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by monstertodd

Honestly, I think the vast majority of Americans are ready to accept and embrace the diesel engine, but it's the car companies that think Americans won't accept diesels.

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If the Sonic came with out with an I4 turbo diesel I would be interested in it as a DD replacement.

big hammer · 10-12-2011, 09:05 AM

i would be interested in a 4.5L d-max 1500 to replace my current work truck.

10-11-2011, 04:36 PM	#21
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	When Americans see the FE ratings on this... ...with a diesel, I think perceptions will change. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

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BowtieBelle They see me trollin'... Drives: 217 ci of fury; Chauffeured by SS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 13,875 View My Garage	I miss my GM trucks, not gonna lie. __________________ "Never race anything you can't afford to light on fire and push off a cliff." -CamaroSpike 2011 Custom LT/RS: Bella's Build Thread

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