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2014 Chevy Silverado
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 11:11 PM
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difficulties and problems of 5.3 to 6.0 in 04 1500. would changing rear axle ratio be needed. 3.73 right now.
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 11:22 PM
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I don't see why you'd have to swap gears. I've seen plenty of 6.0s with 3.73s.
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 11:29 PM
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thats good to hear. the 4l60e tranny would bolt right up to the 6.0 right?
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Old Feb 7, 2010 | 3:53 AM
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I would think so... But don't go by my word. The computer for a 5.3 wont run a 6.0.
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Old Feb 7, 2010 | 10:02 AM
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well that sucks.
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