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Question RE: 4.3 w/4x4

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Brian S. Enthusiast

Brian S.

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What I'd like to see is a new Syclone with the 4.3l outfitted with twin turbos. Not because I want one, but just for some GM smack down at the track and brand advertising. I also think that would be a slick Camaro engine.

Imcrazy Senior Enthusiast

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If you're gonna get a new truck don't make the same mistake twice, the 4.3 is a good fleet motor and certainly a good motor none the less but, having owned both the 5.3 is worth every penny over the 4.3... I also get the same MPG with the 5.3 that I did with the 4.3... Both trucks are double cab 4x4 with the 3.42 rear end and 6 speed auto... V6 Truck was a 2014 Sierra, V8 2016 is a Silverado 1500...

KARNUT Senior Enthusiast

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The last five vehicles I've bought the difference between the lower engine and the premium engine in the package I've bought has been 8-10k, I would have had to move up package to get the engine. In my 14 Texas edition the lot was full of 5.3s not so much the V6s with very little price difference. I wouldn't have minded the V6s but there're wasn't a real financial or mileage reason to do so.

 

 

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Donstar Senior Enthusiast

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I currently have a 4.3 with 4x2 and I love it. My question is simply would the 4x4 version actually be any slower/feel less torquey aside from placebo?

Are you considering a new 4x4? If so, you will be as pleased with the 4.3 as you are now. I have a 4.3 4x4 crew with a standard box and the V6 has ample power. If you get a better deal on a 5.3 then get the V8 but I personally would not pay more for this option.

Grumpy Bear Senior Enthusiast

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Questions to answer your question. Why do you want a 4 X 4? The answer should be traction. Then the next question should be, under what conditions? Snow on hard surfaced roads or mudding up off road? IF you answer paved roads then you don't need to buy another $$$$ truck. Think Torsen locker with your choice of gearing. Tens of thousands cheaper. That said. The 4X4 will cost you some in fuel but how much depends on your right foot. The 4.3 will handle either fine.

Knightfall Enthusiast

Knightfall

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I might want to get a new truck at some point, most likely in 9 months or so. I'm A-OK with my 4.3. However, since owning my current 4x2 I've moved to northern NY where it snows almost 6 months out of the year. My 4x2 does fine but I know a 4x4 would be better, plus there are no 4x2 trucks for sale up here anyway lol. That being said, I've never gotten stuck in the snow or mud for when I hunt or have to go somewhere rough for work. If I get a new truck it'll be a WT or LS type, I don't use gadgets. But it's not urgent, I just wanted to get some opinions on the V6 w/4x4. If I lived in FL still I wouldn't even think twice about it.

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