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**Captainfab** · 08-23-2017, 11:32 PM

I think the best choice for a fuel efficient engine and trans will be a 4.8 OR 5.3 LS engine. With the correct rear gearing and a good tune you should be able to achieve MPG in the low to mid 20's.

08-23-2017, 11:32 PM	#7
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,254	Re: Looking for a model suggestion for my first resto project I think the best choice for a fuel efficient engine and trans will be a 4.8 OR 5.3 LS engine. With the correct rear gearing and a good tune you should be able to achieve MPG in the low to mid 20's. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE