GM's 5.3 ecotec vs Ford

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04-12-2013, 08:04 AM

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This is the first I've seen of the 5.3 power figures. Looks promising for a entry level v8. I like the ecoboost stuff too, just not sure I would want the added complexity in a truck.

if just one of those turbos goes, there goes any possible fuel savings you might have gotten.

but yes you're right this is GM's entry level V8. supposedly around a $700 option over the V6. great deal.

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04-12-2013, 06:59 PM

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I own a 2012 fx4 eco boost there low ned torque is ridiculous for stock, on the dyno it put down 338 rwhp and 429 rwtq. It's tuned now just waiting to dyno it again.

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04-12-2013, 08:02 PM

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I own a 2012 fx4 eco boost there low ned torque is ridiculous for stock, on the dyno it put down 338 rwhp and 429 rwtq. It's tuned now just waiting to dyno it again.

wut?......

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