Released in 2001 the 8.1L Vortec was the biggest and last of the GM big-blocks to be produced. It replaced the 7.4 Vortec and was around until 2006 when it was phased out in favor of the smaller and more fuel efficient Vortec engines. The Vortec 8100 was built off of the GM 454 engine platform, also known … Continue Reading about Chevy 8.1 Vortec Ultimate Engine Guide
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Chevy 8.1 Vortec Ultimate Engine Guide
Released in 2001 the 8.1L Vortec was the biggest and last of the GM big-blocks to be produced. It replaced the 7.4 Vortec and was around until … Continue Reading about Chevy 8.1 Vortec Ultimate Engine Guide
Chevy 6.6L L8T Gas vs. 6.6L Duramax L5P
With the same displacement but different fuel types, the 6.6L gas L8T and the 6.6L Duramax diesel L5P engines certainly make a name for … Continue Reading about Chevy 6.6L L8T Gas vs. 6.6L Duramax L5P
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6.5L Detroit Diesel Engine Guide
The 6.5L Detroit Diesel engine was introduced in 1992 as the new and improved version of the 6.2L Diesel engine. Detroit Diesel designed the engine for General Motors, and it was the second collaboration between the … Continue Reading about 6.5L Detroit Diesel Engine Guide
3.0 Duramax vs 5.3 EcoTec3 V8
When it comes to powering your Chevrolet pickup truck, deciding between the available engine options can be a challenge. It’s not so much about displacement, but more a question of capability and, like many things … Continue Reading about 3.0 Duramax vs 5.3 EcoTec3 V8
6.2L Detroit Diesel Engine Guide
The 6.2L Detroit Diesel debuted in 1982 as a collaboration between General Motors and Detroit Diesel. The engine was naturally aspirated and powered by diesel. It was available in every application of square bodies … Continue Reading about 6.2L Detroit Diesel Engine Guide