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when the factory original pump failed in my 1997 dually, i went with an Aeromotive pump. Old style carrier, i guess, certainly not a...
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That's right. The single catalyst Vortec smaller engines do have 3 upstream sensors that sample left, right and combined pre catalyst...
Apr 2, 2024
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Nope it had a 3rd pre-cat. All of the 4.3L and 5.0L Vortecs did.
Apr 2, 2024
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3 pre cat? Don't think I ever heard/seen 3 pre cats. I had a 96 with a 305, had 2 pre and a single post O2.
Apr 2, 2024
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You need the pre cat ones, not the after cat ones. They just read the condition of the cats.
Apr 2, 2024
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A bbc makes a nice driving truck that runs strong and does truck stuff without seeming busy lol
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The vortec 7.4 should bolt in to the mounts and against your transmission. I think you need a 454 flywheel because of the balance but...
Apr 2, 2024
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The 454 will drive much better in a full size truck used for truck stuff in any comparison with a 6.0. Stock vs stock the 454 is easier...
Apr 2, 2024
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The low RPM torque category is an important category to win for trucks.
Apr 2, 2024
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Just want to add the LS does a lot of things better than a big block. Power potential is not one of those things.
Apr 2, 2024
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You need a different radiator, radiator brackets, fan, and fan shroud. I would keep the vortec 454 fuel injection system for the sake of...
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No experience here, as my 454 is factory, but I'd want the wiring and PCM is possible. You'll also probably want a beefier transmission...
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Please quote my post or mention me as I just happen to see this reply as it was at the top of the 'Transmissions' sub-forum. Yep, the...
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Something's wrong...Either your geometry, adjustment or worn components inside the transmission such as TV boost valve, plunger/sleeve...
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Oof. Your pressure readings are lower than mine were. On Nick's recommendation I bought a new plunger and sleeve and it brought my...
Apr 2, 2024
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