Can I switch motor size?

Asked by Guru9N8C9N Feb 04, 2022 at 01:16 PM about the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2008 Silverado
I have 2008 with 5.3 want to change motor since there are problems with this
motor. Which motor would be a good fit?

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Gene answered 2 years ago

Your stuck with a 5.3 unless you want to go through the expense of reprogramming the computers for a new drive train. Just not worth the headache.

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