5.3 and 6.0 is it a good deal? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

lts70 · 08-28-2009, 10:23 AM

I found a guy that is selling some enigines I might be interested in. I just wanted to check with you guys to see if it is a good deal? Or if the year of motor is good or does it mater? What kind of miles would be right for this price
? I will copy his message below. The motor I have runs good so I am not hurting for something right now but at the same time if I can find a deal I want to pick it up so I can get one of these 6.0L in my truck.

"2000 Chevy LS1 5.3L or 6.0L Vortec COMPLETE - $895l. I have 2 complete Chevy Vortec 5.3L or 6.0 Engines - includes all the bells and whistles for a drop in package! Includes the wiring harness, Computer, and all the stuff you need to put new life into your project. $895 for the Whole Package!"

**Hart_Rod** · 08-28-2009, 10:52 AM

miles??

Custom 68 · 08-28-2009, 12:08 PM

I think the 99 6.0 had cast iron heads I think 2000 had aluminum so you should check that to make sure
I think it is a bit high for the 5.3 as they are so plentiful but probably not that far off I am not sure? What will you do for a tranny?
Dave

**68jewel** · 08-28-2009, 12:12 PM

Some things sound to good to be true. Not saying this isn't a deal, but be careful. Hell, an LS with the computer and all the stuff with high mileage alone is about $1500 average. And that is for the cheaper ones. They go up in price with lesser mileage. So, the whole kit and kaboodle for $850 sounds fishy. Not trying to sound negative but just be cautious. The 5.3 sounds good for that price, but the 6.0's are usually higher.

Ackattack · 08-28-2009, 01:15 PM

yeah, I'd say that is a good deal.

you might want to figure out what tranny you're planning on running. More than likely the 6.0L came with a 4L80E and the 5.3L came with a 4L60E. The wiring for the two trannies is slightly different (and easily changed) but it's one more thing that will need attention.

08-28-2009, 10:23 AM	#1
lts70 1970 Daily Driver Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Glenns Ferry IDAHO Posts: 1,037	5.3 and 6.0 is it a good deal? I found a guy that is selling some enigines I might be interested in. I just wanted to check with you guys to see if it is a good deal? Or if the year of motor is good or does it mater? What kind of miles would be right for this price ? I will copy his message below. The motor I have runs good so I am not hurting for something right now but at the same time if I can find a deal I want to pick it up so I can get one of these 6.0L in my truck. "2000 Chevy LS1 5.3L or 6.0L Vortec COMPLETE - $895l. I have 2 complete Chevy Vortec 5.3L or 6.0 Engines - includes all the bells and whistles for a drop in package! Includes the wiring harness, Computer, and all the stuff you need to put new life into your project. $895 for the Whole Package!" __________________ It's not truly yours if you didn't build it yourself or if you don't do your own maintenance.

08-28-2009, 10:52 AM	#2
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,859	Re: 5.3 and 6.0 is it a good deal? miles?? __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

08-28-2009, 12:08 PM	#3
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,937	Re: 5.3 and 6.0 is it a good deal? I think the 99 6.0 had cast iron heads I think 2000 had aluminum so you should check that to make sure I think it is a bit high for the 5.3 as they are so plentiful but probably not that far off I am not sure? What will you do for a tranny? Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

08-28-2009, 12:12 PM	#4
68jewel On the path to financial ruin! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 722	Re: 5.3 and 6.0 is it a good deal? Some things sound to good to be true. Not saying this isn't a deal, but be careful. Hell, an LS with the computer and all the stuff with high mileage alone is about $1500 average. And that is for the cheaper ones. They go up in price with lesser mileage. So, the whole kit and kaboodle for $850 sounds fishy. Not trying to sound negative but just be cautious. The 5.3 sounds good for that price, but the 6.0's are usually higher. __________________ *'72 Chevelle SS--4.0 Whipple LS7, T56 Magnum, 20X9/20X13 HRE 791R, 6-piston Baer brakes, IRS '68 SWB C10--LS3, TKO-600, 22x10/22x12 HRE 948R, C5 suspension, shockwaves, custom frame Ooh Wee's Makeover...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=376280 Last edited by 68jewel; 08-28-2009 at 12:16 PM.*

08-28-2009, 01:15 PM	#5
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: 5.3 and 6.0 is it a good deal? yeah, I'd say that is a good deal. you might want to figure out what tranny you're planning on running. More than likely the 6.0L came with a 4L80E and the 5.3L came with a 4L60E. The wiring for the two trannies is slightly different (and easily changed) but it's one more thing that will need attention. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

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