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If the engine is running in that '85, I'd keep the diesel. You'll get nearly 20 mpg, and have enough torque that you won't miss the horsepower. Slap on a turbo, and you'll have power like a 454 that gets twice the mileage!
The diesel engine is much simpler with fewer parts and less to go wrong. I don't want another gas powered truck again.
A Cummins would be more power, but a lot more work and a ton more money.
Casey
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Project truck: '81 C/20 converted to 6.2L TURBO DIESEL bored .040", gear drive, 6.5L injectors/pump, custom pistons, custom 4" exhaust, 700R4, 4.10's
Daily Driver: '95 K1500 Tahoe, 6.5L TURBO DIESEL, NP241, 4L80E, 3.42's
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