6.0 truck build
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6.0 truck build Hey guys I’m new here and trying to get some input on a build. I was a mechanic for about 15 years but then changed careers and haven’t done anything other than oil and brakes on my vehicles in the past 10 years so I’m pretty rusty on things. Sorry for the long post.
I have a 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 with the 5.3L with just at 400k miles and it’s starting to have some issues that could end up being major.
That being said I have in my shop a 6.0L aluminum block from I believe it was a 06 GTO that I got when I was still working on cars. The plan always was to build this for my truck but life happened. The block was overbored .030 by a very reputable place. I have the original heads but I think they are trashed haven’t had them checked yet. The truck is a daily driver and some light towing. I’m looking for about 450rwhp +/- NA on 87 octane if possible. Already planning to upgrade the transmission.
I need help putting this build together. As budget friendly as I can be.
What heads to use been reading the LS3 68cc may be a good option.
A good cam I don’t want an aggressive cam something that sounds good yea but nothing with a loud aggressive lope.
I already have new Wisco pistons and Eagle rods that I had gotten back then. I can get the specs on them later as I’m not home at the time of this post. Also not opposed to getting different ones.
Intake? Lifters? Crank? Conversion Parts? Etc
I know the accessories and brackets will transfer over from my 5.3. I have a local place that can do the retune.
I'm sure there’s a lot of things I’m overlooking that you all will point out but that’s why I’m here.
I have a 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 with the 5.3L with just at 400k miles and it’s starting to have some issues that could end up being major.
That being said I have in my shop a 6.0L aluminum block from I believe it was a 06 GTO that I got when I was still working on cars. The plan always was to build this for my truck but life happened. The block was overbored .030 by a very reputable place. I have the original heads but I think they are trashed haven’t had them checked yet. The truck is a daily driver and some light towing. I’m looking for about 450rwhp +/- NA on 87 octane if possible. Already planning to upgrade the transmission.
I need help putting this build together. As budget friendly as I can be.
What heads to use been reading the LS3 68cc may be a good option.
A good cam I don’t want an aggressive cam something that sounds good yea but nothing with a loud aggressive lope.
I already have new Wisco pistons and Eagle rods that I had gotten back then. I can get the specs on them later as I’m not home at the time of this post. Also not opposed to getting different ones.
Intake? Lifters? Crank? Conversion Parts? Etc
I know the accessories and brackets will transfer over from my 5.3. I have a local place that can do the retune.
I'm sure there’s a lot of things I’m overlooking that you all will point out but that’s why I’m here.
Last edited by Jay259; Dec 9, 2023 at 03:31 PM.
Check crank sensor color of your 5.3 and then the one of the 6.0.
Pretty sure your 5.3 is a 24 tooth. 6.0 I am not sure. (Could be a 58 tooth)
if different, not end of the world, but will need an adapter.
Pretty sure your 5.3 is a 24 tooth. 6.0 I am not sure. (Could be a 58 tooth)
if different, not end of the world, but will need an adapter.
