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12-31-2014, 09:26 AM #1
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Blue Granite- 2009 Chevy Silverado
5.3 Chevy Overhaul
Hello everyone!
I am brand spankin new to this forum, and I have heard that this is an excellent place to receive info on what I would like to accomplish.
I have a 2009 Silverado with a 5.3. I have had this truck since it had 3 miles on it, and want to overhaul the engine. I have been doing a lot of reading lately and it seems that replacing the stock valve train seems to be a pretty good option to persue.
So, many questions here. I have a couple friends who will be helping me on the project who are very adept mechanically. But my question to you all is how far will I have to go to make 350-400 rwhp out of this truck. Right now I am not concerned so much with price. I am just hoping to pick some of the vast knowledge that resides on this forum.
Thanks
Buck
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01-01-2015, 03:59 PM #2
Welcome to the site!
Is there an issue with the motor, or are you simply looking to up the power?
I have a 5.3 in our '07 Suburban that is running very strong at 94,000 miles.
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01-01-2015, 07:54 PM #3
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Blue Granite- 2009 Chevy Silverado
Hey Jeff
Thanks for the response. The engine is fine. It will soon need a new water pump and belts, but that is minor. I am simply looking to give the engine a complete overhaul to keep it performing as it should for a long time. I decided that in doing this, I might as well bump it up and let it run to the fullest of its abilities. So, this project has been born in my mind and now I am into the research phase of it.
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I happen to be located fairly close to you (Clearfield).
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01-03-2015, 08:22 AM #4
Honestly, unless you are having issues I would leave the engine alone. These things generally go 200,000 with little or no issues.
You're not too far at all -- come join us at Beaver Springs Dragway next summer and the GM Carlisle event in June!
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