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    vortec VS non-vortec

    oh i didn't mean 1/2 year. what i meant was that in 1996, when you say the vortec came out, were 100% of these 1996+ vehicles built with the vortec engines? or were there still some that were not? basically was it an optional upgrade that new owners could choose, or did they just do away with...
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    vortec VS non-vortec

    hey all. got some newby stupid questions to ask. in looking for a truck to buy, i test drove a 94 yukon and turned it down for multiple reasons. but one of the reasons is that it felt really underpowered for a V8. my buddy's 4.3 definitely has more nut, and i'd be willing to bet that my...
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    just joined, need advice

    well, that truck was in surprisingly bad shape. the guy told me the body was perfect, it didn't leak or burn oil, it had brand new tires, brand new dual exhaust, and was fast as hell. in reality, the guy did a terrible bondo job, it didn't start at first, once it did start it steadily pumped...
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    just joined, need advice

    what's the HP for pre-vortec/post-vortec? and what year did they go to the vortec? yeah, if i get that one, i'm going to keep the visor, i like it a lot.
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    just joined, need advice

    what kind of mileage can i expect to get? i'm not too worried about it, cuz i get 13-14 mpg tops in my current truck now. i ride a motorcycle most of the year so mileage isn't my biggest concern. yep, i'm going tomorrow with a buddy of mine to check it out. i'm an automotive engineer from...
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    just joined, need advice

    i haven't seen it in person yet, but from the pictures, the interior is flawless, the exterior is in great shape (minor scrapes/scratches from being 14 years old, but zero rust). also, he told me there are no oil leaks (i'll be bringing a scooter to slide underneath and check for myself) and he...
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    just joined, need some advice

    hey all, i just joined the forum from the detroit metro area. i gotta admit, i haven't owned a single GM product since the 80's (i work for chrysler) so i don't know much about them. but i've been coveting a buddy's full size blazer and i think i decided that i'm going to get one. i definitely...
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    just joined, need advice

    hey all, i just joined the forum from the detroit metro area. i gotta admit, i haven't owned a single GM product since the 80's (i work for chrysler) so i don't know much about them. but i've been coveting a buddy's full size blazer and i think i decided that i'm going to get one. i...
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