Originally posted by blown02@Mar 13 2004, 12:43 PM
you want atleast a 01 block any 6.0 block older than that you cant bore out more than .oo5. I had all my work on my truck done at (www.speed-eng.com) they do good work. There building 2 4wheel drive ext cabs on 36s right now. ones getting 6.0 swap forged internals lunati rods cam patriot heads and a radix it supose to be around 600hp. then the other truck is doing a built 5.3 for lots of nitrous. There just trying to get there name out right now so there doing stuff cheap.
That's good info to know! Thanks.
Where should I begin my search for one? I've checked eBay with no luck (used keywords 6.0 engine, LQ9, 6.0 motor, looked in the engine category, etc.
What aftermarket parts (details) are good with the 6.0?
Cam
Headers
Heads
'99 5.3 X-Cab (Looking for BLACK straightbed to trade for my sportside)
Performance: Nelson Dyno Tune, K&N FIPK, Hooker Aerochamber True-Dual, MSD Wires.
Work in Progress: 6.0L, 4L80E w/Transgo & Yank 2600HD, Comp Cam 218/220 or something with 560 lift & LSA 115, Valvetrain Kit (rods, springs, retainers), TOG Headers, B&M Supercooler, 160 Stat, 42lb Injectors, Eaton Posi w/3.73s, LS1 Fans, 150 Dry Shot NOS-5176 w/NGK TR6-IX Plugs, NELSON RE-TUNE!