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bucky
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Jun 01, 2018

Word is out on L4 as standard full size pickup engine for GM

Reported in May 21st issue of Automotive News. L4 with 310 HP will be standard engine in upcoming full size Chevy and GMC pickups. GM expects that the V8 will be the overwhelming choice however. The...
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blt2ski
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Jun 01, 2018
My 81 with a 292 I 6 would out pull my 89 with a mountain climbing 454 in it. Quite frequently mind you. At low speeds, up steeper grade etc. Due to better gearing in the trans, and RA. Just because it has a small disp motor, does not mean it will not pull well. Set it up with the right transmission, it will do fine. Probably getting twice to three times the empty mpg than a BB8 too!

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