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Will a T-rex work in a 5.3?

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Old 08-22-2007, 06:54 PM
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Default Will a T-rex work in a 5.3? Would a 6.0 be better?

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define "work"... itll fit and everything but do you wnt to rev it to 8k?
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Just regular rpm's for a T-Rex. The only reason I ask is because it's cheaper to get a complete 5.3 than a 5.7. Just want to make sure valves clear pistons and everything like that. Thanks, Tim.
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it will clear just like a regular 5.7 does, actually probably with more room because of the smaller valves, but man its going to be a slug anywhere below 5000 rpm
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there's absolutely no need for that much cam in that motor... What are you trying to do with it?

weight of the vehicle? intended use? gear ratio? auto/manual... all big deciding factors.
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I'm building a motor for my Elco, I got a T-Rex and looking at the prices of used motors, figured the 5.3 would save money. Weight of vehicle will be around 3200, not a daily driver, just for fun. Gears will be 4.10's, TH400. I didn't really think that it would make that big a difference by using the 5.3, but if it does, I'll get a ls1. Thanks, Tim.




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