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    Vortec 8100

    Correct. I would still look into a tune down the road, but since the PCM is already tuned for that engine/transmission, it should behave exactly as it would in the donor vehicle. Basically, it would be plug and play if I chose to leave it alone.
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    Vortec 8100

    I know the L21 would probably be simpler, but of the three engines I am looking at, it is the most expensive and just doesn't offer enough gain for the effort. I was already looking into an 0411 swap when the crankshaft broke so I had some of the information, but just hadn't made the...
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    Vortec 8100

    That is all good to know, L31Max. I haven't decided to pull the trigger yet, but it is starting to look like I might. The engine comes with a complete harness to include the ECM and a 4L80 transmission (The transmission is bad but rebuildable). The easy answer would be to just re-pin my...
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    Vortec 8100

    You guys are correct. It is the L18 engine, not the L21. I have too many different RPO codes floating around in my head. The L21 I looked at is still sitting in a U-Haul truck.
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    Vortec 8100

    My 99 K2500 Suburban is in need of an engine because of a broken crankshaft. I have been watching for a good L29 replacement and so far only have a solid lead on one. While looking for an L29 replacement, I tripped over an L21 from a 2001 K2500 Suburban and I am seriously tempted. It comes...
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    Torsion Bars

    Hey everyone. I have spent some time getting to know the forum, but this is my first post. I will start with a description of the truck, and it's intended use. The truck is a 1999 K2500 Suburban, and it is pretty much outfitted with HD components thruout. 454, 4L80, and the towing package...
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