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Old 11-27-2012, 01:50 PM   #124
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Re: Whats your impression of a 5.3L LS motor in these trucks?

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills View Post

I'd like to hear more comments on 96-98 vortec 350's vs. LS 5.3 liters. I've had both in stock form and I'd say (in stock form) the LS1 has little if anything over the vortech. Making mor horsepower per dollar I see the LS1 taking the lead though.
I've only had one vortec 350 (~110k when I sold it), but I had more issues with it than all of the LS engines I've had (8 or so of them including my suburban with 157k and still kickin strong).

Stock power wise and fuel efficiency not much difference for everyday driving/towing.
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