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…

Chevy 8.1L Vortec Common Engine Problems – Vortec 8100 V8
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Chevy 8.1L Vortec Common Engine Problems – Vortec 8100 V8

At an impressive 8.1L engine size, the Chevy 8.1 Vortec is the largest engine to be featured in consumer-class Chevy vehicles. The Vortec 8.1L was introduced in 2001 as a replacement to the 7.4L Vortec which was in production from 1996-2001. The Vortec 8.1 and 7.4 were both only featured in the HD 2500/3500 series…