The 5 Best 5.3 EcoTec3 Performance Upgrades Guide
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The 5 Best 5.3 EcoTec3 Performance Upgrades Guide

Chevrolet first released the 5.3 EcoTec3 V8 engine in 2014. In the near-decade since then, it has stayed as one of their most popular power plants in the SIlverado lineup. Depending on the model and fuel used, it produces 355-380 horsepower and 383-416 lb-ft of torque. Yet, for those looking to get even more out…

Ultimate Chevy 4.3 V6 Performance Mod Guide
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Ultimate Chevy 4.3 V6 Performance Mod Guide

From 2014–2021, Chevrolet’s beloved Silverado 1500 and its GMC Sierra 1500 counterpart used the 4.3 liter LV3 V6 engine. Depending on the fuel and application, it produced 285-297 horsepower and 305-330 lb-ft of torque, naturally aspirated. While that’s nothing to sneeze at, when compared with the much more powerful 5.3 EcoTec3 and 6.2 EcoTec3 V8…

Ultimate Chevy 4.8 Vortec Performance Upgrades Guide
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Ultimate Chevy 4.8 Vortec Performance Upgrades Guide

From 1999–2014, the 4.8L Vortec V8 engine powered many half-ton trucks and SUVs in the Chevrolet and GMC lineups. It was a very capable engine that made 255-302 horsepower and 283-305 lb-ft of torque completely stock. Still, even with its impressive power numbers it often felt quite sluggish and pedestrian when hauling such heavy vehicles….

L3B GM 2.7 Turbo Performance Upgrades Guide
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L3B GM 2.7 Turbo Performance Upgrades Guide

Since GM introduced their 2.7 liter turbocharged inline-four L3B engine in 2019, it has remained one of their top power plants. Producing 310-325 horsepower and 348-430 lb-ft of torque in most applications, the L3B has proven itself to be a great mix of performance and practicality. Still, for those looking to get even more power…

5.3 Vortec Cold Air Intake Upgrade Guide
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5.3 Vortec Cold Air Intake Upgrade Guide

The 5.3 Vortec V8 engine inside General Motors’ 1999-2013 light duty trucks and SUVs is one of the most popular engines to modify. From the factory, GM rated the engine at 275-325 horsepower and 315-350 lb-ft of torque. It was an extremely popular engine choice, and buyers loved it for its performance and reliability. Yet,…

5.3 Vortec Supercharger Guide
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5.3 Vortec Supercharger Guide

The 5.3 Vortec V8 engine was one of the mainstays in the General Motors lineup for over fifteen years. It powered various generations of Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban 1500, and Tahoe, alongside their GMC counterparts the Sierra 1500, Yukon XL, and Yukon. Depending on the model and year, the 5.3 Vortec (Vortec 5300) produced 275-325…

Ultimate Chevy 4.8 Vortec Engine Guide
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Ultimate Chevy 4.8 Vortec Engine Guide

Now retired, the General Motors/Chevrolet 4.8 Vortec engine (or Vortec 4800) earned a reputation for itself as a solid and reliable power plant for nearly two decades. GM produced the engine from 1999–2014, and primarily used it to power the Silverado/Sierra 1500, Tahoe/Yukon, and Express/Savana. Depending on the specific vehicle and year, the engine produced…

7.4 Vortec Performance Upgrades Guide
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7.4 Vortec Performance Upgrades Guide

The General Motors/Chevrolet 7.4 Vortec V8 engine might not have had the longest production life, but it was still a solid motor for many years. In production from 1996–2001, the 7.4 Vortec put down 290 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque in most applications. GM/Chevy primarily used it inside their ¾ and 1 ton trucks,…

Ultimate 4.3 Vortec Performance Parts Guide
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Ultimate 4.3 Vortec Performance Parts Guide

For more than three decades, Chevrolet’s 4.3 liter V6 engine, also known as the 4.3 Vortec or Vortec 4300, powered a variety of trucks and sedans across the Chevy and GMC lineup. These ranged from trucks like the Chevy S10, Silverado, and Avalanches, to muscle cars like the Chevrolet Monte Carlo, El Camino, and Pontiac…