Ive got a 2005 chevrolet silverado I have the 4.3L v6 long bed work truck I was wondering if I wanted to swap out for a 5.3L engine would I have to swap my transmission as well?

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BoholMark answered 10 years ago

There's a lot more than just the transmission and motor here to consider. On less you really know what you are doing, just sell your truck and buy the V8 truck that you want.

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