What to replace v6 with i dont need a 6.0

[Trevor]

My v6 sucks but not replacing it cause im gonna go to the track or race. Just cause my v6 is getting weaker as i type this. Dont want to spend money to rebuild or put another v6 in. Would rather upgrade to 4.8 or 5.3. I was pretty set on a 5.3.

But ive been reading and see some nice numbers coming from stock 4.8s with a small turbo setup and i like this idea ive seen the turbo setups used on a few forums for about 1000.

Would this be a way to go? For awhile it would just be a simple 4.8 with ls6 cam and probably the usual bolt ons and tune. Also the 4.8 would be cheaper/easier to find. Im not lookin for super fast track times just a fun highway truck. Not sure what a simple 4.8 is capable of hp wise at the wheels but im looking for opinions. any one care to chime in and help?

[lo-lyf]

with 4.8 and 5.3 being the same block I would go 5.3. They are about the same price and just as plentiful.

[Trevor]

Well im gonna end up probably buying a motor online for reasons that i cant pick it up in my truck and it will be a whole lotta hassle and there seem to be alot of cheap 4.8s online than 5.3s and ive been impressed with some 4.8 vids ive been watching.

But still undecided till i have some good opinions. i know most will say go 5.3 its bigger faster etc. but as i said i will not be going to the track and will not be racing. this is strictly becasue i need a new motor and no sense in keeping the v6

[ducky]

Just do a 6.0. You can use less boost to get lots of power and not have to worry about too much boost on a 4.8

[Frenchy]

The 6.0 will be worth the little extra money.

[408.Luke]

id go with a 4.8 and a stronger cam than the ls6 that way you can turn more rpm's (also do rod bolts) it will be a better highway roll truck. Id shoot for about 7k shift point(btw i plan to turn close as i can to 8k on a 80,000 mile motor buy a low milage 4.8) this is for a turbo set up btw.

[pl4yboy]

There are two cheap cheap cheap 5.3's for sale in the For Sale section. I suggest you look there.