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hapyspaz
05-03-2009, 01:06 PM
This summer I am going to be grabbing my families 96 4 door 2WD tahoe. TIt still runs great, has a few electronics hicups, 189K on original motor.

This will become my "family" car, since it will be the only 4door in the garage. Planning on lowering it 2-3", putting some 20's on it, cleaning up the lighting, interior, paint, etc.

I want this to be a fun family car though, and was looking for some engine input. Im looking to make it a daily driver with some umph. Leaning towards a crate engine. I know my hands are tied when it comes to the Vortec engine with performance upgrades, but just wanted to start getting some thoughts and ideas on what I can play with.

I have only ever really played with carbed engines with blowers nad turbos and such. Fuel injection is not my forte.

MyLowHoe
05-06-2009, 10:12 PM
If you're thinking crate then I'd go for the 383 replacement. you'll get tons more torque.

bowtiefreak
05-14-2009, 08:28 PM
383 works...if you got the cash. GM makes some great crate motors. Check summit for some decent prices or do a search for crate motors and there are a ton.

My 383 uses the stock fuel injection and makes a ton of torque. I have a dyno sheet posted in the performance section, have a look it may help you make your choice

hapyspaz
05-17-2009, 12:54 AM
How about this for a thought...

6.0 LQ9 390 H.P (http://www.turnkeyenginesupply.com/Engine.aspx?pid=1&sid=5&eid=18&key=packages), with a 4L60E Level III (http://www.turnkeyenginesupply.com/Engine.aspx?pid=3&sid=15&eid=28&key=packages) tucked behind it.

Guess I should start saving now....