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Old 03-26-2007, 03:40 PM   #1
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When was the first year for the GEN III Vortec in the trucks?

I am doing an article for Truck Builder and was wondering what was the first Gen III year for the Vortec 4.8, 5.3 and 6.0 and 8.1. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 03-26-2007, 03:49 PM   #2
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Re: When was the first year for the GEN III Vortec in the trucks?

1999
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Old 03-26-2007, 03:53 PM   #3
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Re: When was the first year for the GEN III Vortec in the trucks?

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Old 03-26-2007, 03:58 PM   #4
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Re: When was the first year for the GEN III Vortec in the trucks?

http://www.aa1car.com/library/2005/us70512.htm

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1999: Gen III-based Vortec V8 engines introduced in GM trucks. Displacements include 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L.
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Old 03-26-2007, 04:07 PM   #5
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Re: When was the first year for the GEN III Vortec in the trucks?

Thanks a ton guys!
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