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Old 05-08-2009, 05:05 PM
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Originally Posted by DslBnz View Post
I drove a 2001 Chevy Silverado with the 5.3 Vortec for a short while...

What engine does Hatt have in his? I was lucky to get 15.
Its the Vortec 4.3 V6.......not a bad engine for durability/power, but it seems very loud and unrefined especially when you push it much over 2500rpm....I've driven one in a truck just like Hattie's....and in a Blazer....the blazer was geared better and was much quicker. Still don't hold a candle to the 300E though. 1.3 less liters and WAY more speed.

Oh, and the 4.3 is quite thirsty for what it is.
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