Best 8.1 Vortec Upgrades and Mods
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Best 8.1 Vortec Upgrades and Mods

First released in 2001, the 8.1L Vortec – or Vortec 8100 – was one of the top platforms for GM truck owners for several years. Mostly used inside the Silverado/Sierra and Suburban/Yukon, the Vortec 8100 was a top engine for heavy duty trucks. It makes a healthy 320–340 horsepower and 440–455 lb-ft of torque depending…

Ultimate 5.3 Vortec Engine Guide
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Ultimate 5.3 Vortec Engine Guide

General Motors/Chevrolet produced the Vortec 5300 V8 engine for nearly two decades from 1999–2014. It spanned two generations of their small block V8, and was finally succeeded by the 5th Generation EcoTec3. Known for its reliability, performance, and stout design, the 5.3 Vortec engine was hugely successful for GM/Chevy. Though it was discontinued nearly a…

How to Delete or Disable Active Fuel Management (AFM)
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How to Delete or Disable Active Fuel Management (AFM)

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…