Opinions on a small block Chevy
I am looking to get something new to me that is within the years of manufacture so I can change all of the camper parts from my existing truck to a new one. This truck falls into that category. http...
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Grit dog wrote:
I didn’t look at the add, but am very familiar with those trucks in general.
Obvious cautions about buying any older vehicle with high miles apply, but LS engines that are cared for are generally 250k + mile engines. Sure, sensors, injectors, accessories, etc may/will not all last that long.
The 4L80again if maintained and not abused is a 200k+ mile trans.
At 300hp/400tq, and a 4 speed, it is not a powerhouse by todays standards. But it is more than adequate to haul a big TC and even a light trailer behind it. In Florida or in the mountains. LS engines like to rev and you don’t have to worry about putting your foot to the floor and doing 4500rpms all the way up a mountain. And it will have more power than any stock 70s/80s 454 truck.
That and GMT 800 trucks are considered quite solid and reliable.
We have a lot of 150-200k mile 6.0 Chevy trucks that get beat on daily as construction vehicles. Basic drivetrain components are as solid as any vehicle.
My one suggestion is if you can budget to get up a few years and into one with a 6 speed. However I’d take a lower mile nice 4L80 truck over a higher mile 6l80.
Good luck, the market is not a buyers market currently.
Will the smaller engine create a larger payload capacity?
