Learn about the GM/Chevy 5.3 EcoTec3 V8 engine. We have articles and guides ranging from the 3.0 Duramax vs 5.3 EcoTec3 to the most common Chevy 5.3L engine problems. Scroll down for more helpful, unique content on the GM EcoTec3 engine.
Wish you bought a 6.2 EcoTec3 instead? Just kidding, the 5.3 is an awesome platform that can be even better with the addition of some performance upgrades. Some tuning and E85 fueling can get the 5.3 EcoTec3 close to the power of a stock 6.2. Toss a few other bolt-ons in there and next thing…
If you’re looking at trucks and need to choose between the 5.3L and the 6.2L, the choice might not necessarily be cut and dry. After all, the best truck for you is equipped with an engine that can handle all you throw at it, so sometimes the most obvious choice isn’t always the best option….
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 automotive, what all can go wrong (and how much it will cost you). To help you decide between the 3.0L…
AFM or active fuel management is a GM/Chevy technology meant to improve gas mileage. AFM works by deactivating half of the engines cylinders under certain circumstances to reduce fuel usage. It essentially turns your V8 engine into a V4 which saves fuel. GM claims fuel improvements ranging from 5%-15% depending on the engine. So why…
The Vortec engine family was plagued by problems with oil consumption and AFM, leading to GM developing the new EcoTec3 engine family in 2014. However, the EcoTec3 engine family, including the 5.3L engine still suffer from AFM related problems. Additionally, the 5.3L engine specifically has common problems with carbon build-up, fuel injector failure, 4WD, fuel…
