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jrlucky · 03-30-2018, 02:07 AM

A sbc is definitely easier and can built up cheap. As far as big blocks, the 90's 454 weren't known to be a huge power house. The 6.0's have power but once you drive a truck with the 8.1 you'll never want to go back. The 450 lb-ft @3200 rpm stock is nice and with a tuner comes alive!

03-30-2018, 02:07 AM	#20
jrlucky Registered User Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Princeton Minnesota Posts: 5	Re: Engine power comparison / question A sbc is definitely easier and can built up cheap. As far as big blocks, the 90's 454 weren't known to be a huge power house. The 6.0's have power but once you drive a truck with the 8.1 you'll never want to go back. The 450 lb-ft @3200 rpm stock is nice and with a tuner comes alive!