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Towing with 454 I am not sure but I beleive the 454 is a throttle body injection and the 8. Top. 8:1. 1L (496cuin) for a That lasted 2 years heavy towing until throwing a rod. How many 454 owners have done computer add ons? I have a really off spedo and an ABS light from the 5. at 55 MPH where previously it always downshifted into 2nd and dropped to 35 MPH by the time he got to the top and his towing mileage picked up the same amount. I know some of you guys have all the cam specs but I The 1999 Chevrolet-GMC K3500 Pickup (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 7500 to 10000 lbs. I started out with a cam similar to the one your using but changed it to a lot less duration to bring the torque area down lower in the rpm. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1998: Chevrolet-GMC: K3500 Pickup (4WD) 5. on a side note, the L29 454's can be made with big power for really cheap. I just bought a smog exempt 75 3/4 ton for a tow rig. The stock cam used in the 1994 and 1995 TBI 454's was a little larger (200*/206*) and perked up a stock TBI 454 fairly well. The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > Engine & Drivetrain: 1984 454 build I'm building a '79 4x4 dually with a turbo 400 transmission and I'm putting a '89 454 in it, the truck is just gonna be used for towing a couple vehicles at a time, I'm wanting to get all the horsepower and torque out of this engine that is possible and still drive on the road with no problem, I plan on stroking it but I just don't no what size to go with so my questions are The 1998 Chevrolet-GMC Suburban K2500 (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 7000 to 10000 lbs. As far as swapping for the 8. If you're not towing or spinning 40" tires the 350 Vortec is likely what you want. Plenty of power on 87 octane pulling about 18K got about 8 miles gallon loaded 11mpg empty. As long as you are authorized to make decisions for a parking spot, Fresno Towing will work with you to remove any unwanted vehicles from the private property, all at no charge to you. I have a new fuel injected 454/4L80e that needs to get stuck in at some point, that should make it an easy 65mph pull all the way through including the mountains. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1999: Chevrolet-GMC: K3500 Pickup (4WD) 6. 454 stock rebuild 12500 miles ago stock 817 ovals performer intake headers I dont wanna change valve springs or anything just throw a cam in it going in a 3600 lbs truck th400 with a brake 3500 converter 4. Better oiling system than a Mark IV, flattop hypereutectic pistons from need some 454 tow rig performance tips. it has enough hp to tow it and it will be easier to tow with. As, ranging from 28' to 35' and they all pretty much got about 6-7 mpg -- up hill, down hill, head wind, tail wind, towing a I've got an '85 Chevy K20 4x4. Does anyone have this info or know where I can find it? Thanks from everything I have read, the 454 is great to tow with. PO said the engine So I have a 1992 Chevy K3500 truck with the 454, nv4500/np208 combo & 4:10's for gears. Jump to Latest 54K views 9 replies 8 participants last post by Billielusk Oct 4, 2021. 8100 Generation L18 The Vortec 8100 L18 is a V8 truck engine. You should have some kind of placard attached to your coach (likely in the area of the driver seat) showing Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCVWR). 6500-7000lbs. Call 800. TJ I've done a lot of towing with different trucks, mostly fifth wheel flat deck trailers, the 6. 4 Vortec V8 engine. My owners manual says 6k max tow capacity, which seems light for I'm about to be in the same boat. Just be prepared for the maintenance required on these older vehicles to keep them running cool and towing reliably. How would this vehicle perform as a tow vehicle Nurse Barbara, the 454 and the 8. A. ) There are quite a few factors that makes a good engine for towing. Its got a 454 engine connected to an SM465 transmission. Even less so on 33's and a lift. By far, the heads are the biggest issue no matter what cam is used. ) Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow Read full answer. Services: Light Duty Towing/Services; Medium/Heavy Duty Towing; Heavy Equipment Transport; We'll gladly tow it away for you. The most commonly used transmissions for a 454 engine are the TH400 and the 4L80E. 11 gears I can put a stock converter back in it if thats better A good towing spec. However, in the case of camping or racing, I think I still might prefer the ease of an auto trans. Join over 100,000 locals that have chosen Brandl's Towing as it's towing and recovery service company for over 25 years. 5 diesel truck. this was Been reading the net the last few days on power upgrades for my truck after reading the "best year diesel" thread on here. The roller cam setup does cure several of those issues though. 5 semi float rear axle. The price seems fair but check N. Hope this helps? pdq67. I remember I was looking into it when I first bought my dually. murre wrote:car chevy van g-20 ~5500Lbs and same times towing +4000Lbs th700 lock up converter. Hey Marty,My Brother and i used 454 3/4 ton Suburbans for years,BEST tow vehicle on the PLANET with the exception of a dually crewcab. 06 first gear with the 4. 0L LS? IS BIGGER REALLY BETTER? IS AN LS BETTER THAN A BIG BLOCK? Obviously the lower the gear the more the truck was capable of towing. If I put one in the truck now it feels like I'm trying to pull a loaded '53 trailer. 07 gears and a 305 Back in the early 80s, neighbor built a 454 for towing. The 98 454 is a grate engine. I did not have The standard engine for the 1990 Chevy Silverado 3500 Pickup is a 7. towing the same weight depending on the terrain. The 1992 Chevrolet-GMC K2500 Pickup (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 5000 to 9000 lbs. You're going to gross around 25,000 lbs up and rolling. My 78 suburban with a 454 and 6 lugs was rated for 6,000. 9-to-1. 050). 7000lbs. 73 That's with a freshly rebuilt 350/TH400. My question is, what RPM should I be targetting to cruise at when I build the motor? You'd be surprised at how much power you can actually make with a mild build from a 454, as long as you don't get into "race mode thinking" and start buying parts you shouldn't. WTMF. My RV/Tow weights 5 ton and the race trailer weights 5 ton and I cruise down the road at 2500 to 2700 RPM at 60 MPH. 0:1 Towing and Transporting for all your automotive vehicle needs 704-454-5906 No matter what your towing or transporting needs are, Harrisburg NC Towing is available and ready with the right equipment for the job! Contact us today about all your towing needs. For a all around tow rig for gas milage 14 to 16 around town and relabily the 6. 10/~33" tires, could not tow his 3000lb travel trailer over a 2500ft mountain pass going Back in the early 80s, neighbor built a 454 for towing. I see 96 - 99 suburbans go for under 2k all the time with em. My 454 was a 360 HP LS-5,I put 2. 0 out of an 05 gmc with 4l80e for more towing power and torque. The Mountain Aire was probably the heaviest gas coach manufactured but I'm not interested in the 700R4 for the overdrive while towing. The first cam was 206 degrees @ . I towed around 5000 lbs with mine and didn't even notice it was there. Odd though, that the 454 with the same came peak power comes in at 400 rpm less. Jump to Latest Dual exhaust with 3" diameter pipes on both is a little overkill on a stock 454. to tow well is the truck does not have enough rear gear in it. 908 17th Street SE Canton, OH 44707 The 1998 Chevrolet-GMC K3500 Pickup (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 7000 to 10000 lbs. I'm toying with the idea of replacing the SM465 with an NV4500 transmission at some point and replacing the 4:10 differential gears with maybe 3:73 gears. 2 answers. Oct 10, 2022 #4 Grit dog Full Access Member. The registered business location is at 454 Fenimore St, Brooklyn, NY 11203, with contact phone number 7182829500. 5 V-8 TurboDiesel: 7500 lbs. The only differences I'm aware of on a 350 truck vs a 454 truck are that a 454 truck gets a 10. I wasn’t very experienced towing with a manual trans before I swapped my 97 c1500 with an nv3500, then towed a trailer containing our entire life from CA to AL lol, so now I am actually surprised how much better I like towing with a manual trans. 1,000 / 454--Luxury: AWD: 3. There are many on the road with 350,000 + miles. 7 to 98 cc sized true closed chamber heads, along with a 210/210 cam, said headers and such and go. Supercharged111 Truly Awesome. the 454 got 6-8 mpg towing approx. The 1995 Chevrolet-GMC Suburban K2500 (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 7000 to 10000 lbs. I don't know the peak torque number of the 454 so I will give it a lame rating of 425ft. At least as far as selections from comp goes. i know the late model motors make great power but they are costly to swap. Never checked mileage but the motor was in the sweet spot at those speeds. I THINK I want a diesel until I look at the In this series, I take an OBS Chevy 454 big block dually from sitting dormant the last decade to reliably towing everyday using the absolute least amount Right now only thing I tow is a sled trailer with two 4 wheelers. 050" lift). It has a stout, freshly rebuilt TH400 with an Allison 6 bolt converter, 14B, but the original 454 was replaced by a 350 of unknown vintage and source. I know when I had the frame out of my Elky, 2 people could easily move it around. A higher tow rating is listed for pickups that tow fifth-wheel trailers. 1L. He complains that It doesn't have the power he thinks it should. Weather it is a planned vehicle transport or a emergency pick up the Continue reading towing → 454 tow capacity. The whole point of the bigger small blocks in 3/4 ton is to have an inexpensive to buy and own tow vehicle. I plan on building a K30 squarebody dually flatbed truck for towing my camaro to drag strips etc. said it'll support up to 500 hp all day long, come to find out, he used it to tow a 24 ft enclosed trailer with his race car there and was racing both, said it towed like a dream and had power out the ass as he put it. Aug 13, 2018 #8 S. It will fire and run over 30* base, I have it set the mpg of a 454 is LOL towing or not towing. 4) 290 hp @ 4000 rpm Torque 410 @3200 rpm Sequential-Port Fuel Injection Comp. Ratio 9. Join me on my journey working our family farm as well as be CAN I RUN BOOST FOR TOWING? HOW MUCH POWER DOES A LITTLE 174 BLOWER MAKE? HOW MUCH POWER DOES A BLOWN BIG BLOCK MAKE? IS A 496 BETTER THAN A 454? IS Diesels make better tow vehicles, but they aren't cheaper than a SBC or a BBC- even considering the HUGE thirst of a 7. easily built to BBC levels of torque but with far better fuel mileage. Alright gents, I was roaming the internet when I read that a C30 can tow 12,000 pounds but a K30 can only tow 7,000. 4-liter V-8 engine with 454 cubic inches of displacement. I used to own a 87 tbi 454 and it only got about 6. lbs. I have a 2000 OBS Chevy quad cab with a 454 Vortec. i am starting with an 87 chevy 1 ton srw with a tbi 454, th400, 205. So now it's sitting with a big hole in the block and im actually getting dad to think about swapping something better for towing into it. You need E rated tires at least, not LT. They say you want power right off of idle up to about 2000 rpm. 0l from a wrecking ward. The biggest thing to worry about with towing with a camper around the 36ft range is the overhang after the rear wheels. From LA's SouthBay to Riverside and back, light load, 15mpg . I have had a 98 3500 dually with the 454, and a 01 3500 dually with the 8. I have a 1994 reg cab 3/4 chev with a 454 turbo 400. 1970 SS LS-5/M-22 El Camino- Org. 050, . 383 for towing and mileage 12-23-03 01:10 PM - Post# 360054 In response to wymjym In my opinion, the 383 would be the better choice. As you noted, slow up hill and tended to run hotter. 11 gear and an automatic overdrive. A 94 F250 had no trouble towing an 8000-pound trailer. Re: UD Harold. Where you only have a 4K difference between GVWR and GCWR and a 5k rated hitch, you can eat into your actual GVW to tow between 4K and the 5k hitch rating as appropriate; ie, on a 26k/30k, a load max of 25. The towing capacity of a Class I (light) El Camino equipped with a 3. 0L so a 454 would have to get somehwere in the neighborhood of 7-9mpg . 5 mpg towing with the sm465 so i am figure the 5 speed would help mileage some but I found a document from GM that covers the towing and other capacities of the full line of 1995 pickup trucks. I doubt you would have a problem, many people tow with the 454. 5 mpg towing a 28-ft trailer with race car on it. 0 pulss great but on big long hills the gas pedal has to keep going down. I ran it through the DD on a stock 454 and it picked up a good bit of torque in the lower rpms. 4 liters, which is equivalent to 454 cubic inches. 4 , 6. If the truck does not come with an engine, I would recommend a Gen VI 454 Vortec. You may want to check that out. Update for project tow beast: Well I lacked some motivation to get this project down because my brother decided to tear up his 1992 454 Dually truck and found a lot of issues with GEN V 454 motors that just killed my motivation for my project truck. Empty mileage will be worse for the 454, towing mileage will probably be similar for the two. My body shop buddy wants me to freshen an '88 454 engine for his '86 Chevy Dually that he is going to restore to pull his 5th wheel camper . allison. 3 V-6: 4500 lbs. net has the tow ratings for most vehicles from 91-19. The S480 offered a billet wheel, a drop in back pressure and more power potential. which is most suitable? The full details of towing capacities for the 2025 Cadillac XT6 crossover are revealed here, for all three trim levels and with the optional towing package. A big reason is for the price of diesel sky-rocketing as well as With that said, if you are set on a square as your tow vehicle, anything from the 454 mentioned above to an LS Swap truck will do fine. towratings. Winnebago Owners Club. 5" exhaust. first trip is 11 hours and 650 miles each way towing 7k boat. This i P30, 454 ENG, TURBO 400 TRANS TOWING '80 WING OR 2006 AVALON 2012 MB GL550 07-19-2011, 11:43 PM bachler. It is distantly related to the 454 LS6 V8 that Chevy put in their famous 1970 Chevelle SS — hence the 454 name. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1995: Chevrolet-GMC: Suburban K2500 (4WD) 5. The tires are probably original, and I've got a 454, edelbrock aluminum intake, Impco 425 mixer. does anyone know the legal tow Then if the rear end was not the best rated, then towing with both engines would be difficult. 0 my dad has a 2000 chevy 3500 duallys 2 wheel drive quad cab i believe its the 454. 1989 454 is the same as the rest of the 1980's 454 - 7. I had a similar engine once. 515"/. Mild bowl work, good VJ (machine right there in the garage) with back cuts, Isky Mile-a-More cam, bit more As I just recommended in the other post, the 302A4LUN is my 20-yr classic tow cam, giving 8. I a found a pretty decent 88 ford 7. 4L engine is with our 3/4 ton Suburban, which I used until very recently to tow our 32' travel trailer that weighs about 9500# loaded. bbc cam choice for tow rig. The specs are 272/272 at . 1 I believe that would be pretty expensive. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to GM seemed to under rate their towing capacity. The table below covers the tow ratings for each model. bought a c30 454/400 to tow my boat. Registered User . 4 or 8. 7 V-8: 9000 lbs. Joined Aug 20, 2015 Messages 14,449 Reaction score WHO HAVE MADE BRANDL'S TOWING Towing Available 24/7 (845)454-2258. Built properly, it will be plenty strong enough for a tow rig, yet it will be a little more gas friendly as well. https://www. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Welcome to the club. Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. Most cam companies offer higher torque -towing type cams but not all of these cams are great, so talk to some of the better companies like Crane, or use input from people here on I have a 1994 chevy 2500 silverado 4x4 extended cab with the 454 cu in engine. 00 inches with a compression ratio of 7. i am in the search now for a 454 BBC for my 1950 GMC dually. Depending on the rear end, the 1992 F250 could tow between 9400 and 12,500 pounds. 1 Chev. or less or tow in third ! So,, Stay with a 350-T or a T-400 if you want to tow. When looking up engine builds for towing, all the internet "pros" emphasize low end torque and HP. It would be very hard to make a blowthrough 454 run even close to the way my truck works. It makes a ton more torque and torque where you need it. Starbucks towing, we are always there when you need us. 40 FDR especially if you use the Peanut Port heads, a mild cam and intake and small tube headers. The Duramax option adds $6000 or more to price with the expensive maintenance to boot 1984 454 build for towing Engine & Drivetrain. Also seen a 3500 DRW, crew cab, long bed, 4x4, 6. 7 V-8: 7500 lbs. 4 posts · Joined 2009 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Aug 19, 2010. A 2. Manage Consent. A friend has a Yukon the same year as yours that we've tore apart and modified a lot over the last couple years in search of better mileage. I know the big block burb was a heavy sob, it took a good shove to get it off the trailer and the chain prolly got pretty close to breaking when the burb moved, rather quickly once momentum was Mercer Island Towing Towing and roadside assistance in Issaquah available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. 5 So I wanted to start a thread and get some personal experience from others about towing with their trucks, and wanted a bit of advice myself. It's basically the same vehicle. If a stranger's car is in I would use the oval port heads from GM. D. Ultimately, look into getting a LQ4 6. it was in an accident i anyone still towing with a 454 tbi? | Yellow Bullet Forums Dark Mode 24/7 towing and roadside assistance in Theodore, AL. And that was with 37s and 3. I'd use the 700r4 too because it has a very low (high numeric) 1st gear ratio that makes it much easier to accelerate from a So, with the way things have been looking the past several years, I’m starting to lean towards a C3500 454 4x4 truck for a future build, and slowly starting to dislike the idea of a duramax swap or even a stock 6. The 3. 8L (LC3/LD5) motor, automatic transmission, and a 2. 0 is the way to go, for all around power and heavy loads plus not so good gas milage the 10 to 11 mpg all the time the 454 is the way to go. Joined May 4, 2010 Messages 3,755 Reaction score 40 Location Buckeye, AZ. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1992: Chevrolet-GMC: K2500 Pickup (4WD) 4. Joined May 18, 2020 Posts If you are not legally able to tow the weight your job opportunities will be severely reduced. The guy who owned my carb'd-454-powered tow rig before me used to haul a big camper AND 6,000 of trailer with it, no problem. That is tiny for a 454. month of June will have 2500 towing miles 3:73 gear truck, thinking if I can get some 285 tires under it I'll do that to help with rpms. 515" valve lift, and 112 I towed a Jeep with a small 454 Class A all over the western mountains. 56 gears was only rated for 10,000lbs. I cant believe my truck only has a 5,500# towing capacity tho. It's a 98 Chevy K3500, 7. 10s would sure be nice too. 5-1 pistons and detonation up the ***** because i had the engine built totally wrong. Owner-AACA 2016-Senior Grand National Winner---MCACN-GOLD-2013 Watch the full episode on MotorTrend premium:http://bit. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1996: Chevrolet-GMC: C3500 Crew-Cab (2WD) 5. Towed Vehicle; 67 Malibu Convertible roughly 3950 lbs Trailer: I tow my 69 (3600 pounds plus 1700 pound trailer) behond a Ford Explorer Sport Trac. But this does come with the higher initial costs and the possibility of an eyewatering 10 mpg. We have the 8. 050), built my own stainless headers, put in 36 lb/hr Hi-I'm looking for a replacement towing vehicle for my 87 3/4 Ton pickup with 454 engine and wondering if a mid to late 90's Chevy Suburban will do the job with my trailer. 10 I'm looking at a 60,000 mile 1993 Holiday Rambler 34ft Motorhome with a Tag Axle on a Chevy chassis with a fuel injected 454 (7. the 454 can tow it like nothing. 05 LLy ecsb, leveled, 285's, Banks intake and 6-gun, straight piped, lbz mouthpiece. That way, I can control the throttle such that the tranny stays In 1996, Chevrolet released their 7. 5 LMM Chevrolet K3500 DRW/CC/LB//D/A LTZ. 73’s, rear helper bags, and 265 tires. The Cummins would be fun and practical. 7 V-8: 7000 lbs. I put in a comp cams 08-411 cam (212/218 at . Bore and stroke measures 4. A friend of mine has a late 90's 2500 Silverado extra cab 4wheel drive with the Vortec 7400 454. 1 but my 454 got about 4-5 mpg towing. 454 with the automatic Second choice is a '94 3500 DRW, Extrended cab, long bed, 4x4, 454 with the automatic. I know I have no problems with 7500 lbs behind my 454/4 speed/3. 4 L. Call Now. -lbs. Used a larger 454 (70's car block/heads) with a "mild" cam, headers, TBI, tuned, 465/gearvendors OD/4. I haven't been able to get any information on the 5th wheel/gooseneck tow rating. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1998: Chevrolet-GMC: K2500 Pickup (4WD) 5. 3:1 compression - flat-tops will bump that up to 7. It is a redesigned Chevrolet Big-Block engine and was introduced with the 2001 full-size pickup trucks. 3 with a stick for 2300 and a 94 chevy crew cab with a tbi 454 and a 5 speed for 3000. Available from various suppliers for about $275 -300 per cam. How heavy and how often you tow would dictate the choice between the two. Here is my plan. 5l turbo diesel. what is the max towing weght for towing a 5th wheel rv? - can I tow a 13,0 COMP Cams K11-242-3 is a phenomenal 454 big block camshaft that provides maximum performance by taking advantage of the exclusive cam technology. for like 1200 they report 450 hp and 525 ft lb My channel is based on a farm and ranch operation my family and I run in a small town in Montana. IMO, I wouldn't tow anything heavier with an Elky than I would with a equally equipted Chevelle. (sometimes at a even grand) for 5-600 bucks people are getting 350 hp and 480 ft pounds. 7. 3. It is an all-iron engine (block and heads) with two valves per cylinder. The valvetrain of the An '81 GMC Sierra longbed C10, a Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon, and a '77 C25 GMC burb with full floater, 454, and TH400 that was already a rust bucket. I think the 264 Mega cam in my motor would certainly strengthen the low end torque for towing at the expense of some HP (Simple answer to save time: BBC for heavy towing. agree would much rather have a 8. . 025" in the hole, and the chambers are actually closer to 122cc than 119cc. heads 3923441 76cc with 1,94 and 1,6 valv. as for milage we get 8 mpg doesnt matter city highway or pulling steady 8. I remember looking at the ratings in the eary 90s. 3:1 compression, peanut port heads (usually 360's). This is my new truck. The 1991 Chevrolet-GMC V2500 Suburban (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 6000 to 7500 lbs. I don't go off roading and just use the truck on the road and for occasionally towing a trailer. It was part of Chevy’s penultimate generation of their big block series, and it is sometimes called the 454 Vortec. I'm looking at mid '90's K3500 dually trucks and looking for a couple simple answers. The 1996 Chevrolet-GMC C3500 Crew-Cab (2WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 8000 to 10000 lbs. Mar 16, 2009 • 2007 Toyota Avalon. The 1991 Chevy 454 engine is a powerful V8 engine that belongs to the Big Block engine family. If you are trying to get torque up in a 1992-19996 454 TBI engine in a 3/4 ton truck on the CHEAP! your actual changes are somewhat capped but you can make a pretty I had a very strong running tow rig a 94 dually with a TBI 454. 454 L29 Specs: Gas-STD (L29) 454 CID (7. Attached Images 12-04-2019, 04:50 PM 97 Suburban 454, Air intake/exhaust, 5. Reactions: kennythewelder, RichLo and Bob L. Things to think about. I assumed it did better due to the 5spd. 050" on a 108 LSA. The truck has a TH400 (that may need rebuilt) right now but it also has 3. 4 mm (0. These are flywheel number and assuming decent (atleast 1 3/4") headers and dual 2. If all the truck does is tow then go with the xr258, otherwise the 264 would probably be a nice compromise. excellent for towing and needing torque. Joe Sherman praises the old Isky 264 Mega Cam, 214 @ 0. I need a cam for a 454 used for towing. Call (251) 454-4545 for immediate assistance. 4 in) to reach 8. The 454 would be fun. Am I understanding this right? 500ish pounds of 4 wheel drive gear eliminates 5,000 pounds of towing capability? :Rant:What can I realistically tow with a 454, TH400, and 4. cam for this use is a Comp Cams part #11-412-8 grind # 266HR-12. That is where the concern is. Dually Club Member #115:ro) 2006 HR Presidential Suite 37RLQ, 4 slide. heritageabby Discussion starter. The 4:88's will help, but I personally wouldn't be towing that heavy. I worked on the heads for a couple months. When it comes to certain applications, such as 454 towing build or even a race boat 454 engine build, the primary focus will be on torque and not all out 454 big block hp The 454 just keeps pulling on big long hills. Horsepower for the engine measures 230 with a maximum torque rating of 385 ft. The 6. If I was still primarily using this truck for towing I think I'd go with one of the two below. We are your trusted choice for comprehensive towing services. He said the factory pulls lots of timing and fuel out of this trucks for emissions. For towing,if you want a roller cam,something like The towing capacity of a Chevy El Camino varies depending on the year, make, and model. 1 are built on the same block. He threw in another one, same story. My 1999 GMC C2500 Suburban is rated at 8000 but it is the 6. 0 doesnt get good mileage loaded or unloaded. It has a 4. 10 combo, you likely have the 10,000lb GVWR and the truck should have a rated payload of 3-4k lbs. This in a big 2500 PU. It's a 98 K3500 extended cab dually with the 454 & 4L80E. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright As far as I know, these trucks (8-lug 2500) with 4. And peak torque is much less than the 502 and at 400 rpm higher. The 454 should have more than enough low end to handle a 2. 88 valves,a used performer intake,before I took the car to the track I had a BB quadrajet and headers. looking for power figures on the 454 debating on swapping in a 6. 5 , 6. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1998: Chevrolet-GMC: Suburban K2500 (4WD) 5. Talk about towing with your truck here. 13 gears I 454's with small "peanut port" heads pull really well at lower RPMs,and you dont want high revs with a long stroke engine like a 454 either really,that leads to tossed rods and spun bearingsthe stock cam or an RV/towing cam designed for lower RPM use will deliver better performance than a higher lift and duration one will under heavy loads I'm a one man towing company and looking at several trucks to add just one to my driveway. I tow in overdrive, but I don't use the cruise control. Tires, Brakes and suspension of the truck and the trailer Many large gasoline powered motorhomes are fitted with a Chevrolet 454 "big block" V-8 engine. You will find them on many older Class A's based on the Chevrolet P-30 chassis and on the mor recent Workhorse Chassis. Jul 2, 2011 #6 dirtyhick42 I am not a chick. getting ready to build a hauler for my junk. am lookin at 32 foot fifth wheel toy hauler. You will have torque right off idle to about 3500 RPM before it starts to fall off. The 454 LS6 or whatever making 450HP may have made peak torque at 4,500rpm but not the truck version. 1 in our 04 Mountain Aire and it has plenty of get up and go. I need a little bit more power out of the rig for towing and such so here's what I'm debating: Stock 6. kinda. With this cam you will be able to tow in many areas in OVERDRIVE between 55-70mph! With a Vortec 454/OD Trans. My biggest concerns are, It loves timing. The topic of low compression 454 tow motors comes up quite often. My experience towing with a 7. The 454 just does not back down to a load the way a 350 does, and the 350 puts up a damn good fight. Dunno how previous owner tower a 6k camper. A 1 ton with a 454 and t400 with 4. The 1998 Chevrolet-GMC K2500 Pickup (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 7500 to 10000 lbs. Maybe springs are different but that should be it. I have an 03 Dodge 3500 with a 24v. 4 Liter, 454 engine, 4x4, Dually, 4:56 Gears, 4L80 Automatic Transmission, 127k original miles, Motor replaced All the info I've been able to find is the truck can pull 10,000 pounds max conventionally. 21 gears and my uncle ordered it special that way to tow his heavy 35 foot fifth wheel and had no problems towing it in the hills in the Lake of the Ozarks area in MO. The most you can tow is the difference between the two. Towing capacity has so many variables, starting with the driver's abilities. These specifications made it a capable engine for towing and hauling heavy loads. 47 The 454 big block Chevy is still a popular build option for when there is no replacement for displacement! Talk to the experts. Looking over the table above, all variants of the 2025 Trailblazer are rated to pull the same 1,000 pounds, or 454 kilograms, regardless of powertrain setup or axle ratios. 13 gears on 36in tires (lower then stock gearing). Fast, reliable service for lockouts, flat tires, jump starts, and more. 50 dual exhaust keeps your backpressure at a level it needs to be for your motor to maintain maximum torque. I think some specs are a little off here. The lobe profile offers a better A 1 ton 454 4:10 truck is rated at 10,000 lbs towing weight, just for consideration. The best transmission for a 454 big block engine largely depends on the specific application and intended use. It’s excellent for towing, street performance, or off-roading. The stock cam is very small but works well with the low compression and peanut port heads (192*/203* @. JR Black 2007. He wants to do it on the cheap re-using all the original components just re-ring and re-bearing , new valve seals and a good low end torque camshaft . Unless you are planning on building to 500+ hp and turning 7500 rpm, you don't need I have been running a 383 for quite a few years with numerous variations including original tbi to 454 tbi body and the bored out tbi unit. 7 helpful. Mild bowl work, good VJ (machine right there in the garage) with back cuts, Isky Mile-a-More cam, bit more compression, pretty sure closed chamber units, Streetmaster and recalibrated Q-Jet. Heck, buy an old farm truck 454 engine and add a pair of old -206, 96. is a Tow Truck Company business in Brooklyn licensed by NYC Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA). It would easily towed double that. In stock form with the dish piston you have about 7. 19/1. This means that the truck is definitely rated to have a gooseneck that size Automotive Forums . He is leaning towards a 454 because it's easy and well Mike Spencer Towing in Canton, OH, can be reached at 330-454-6509. Need timing marks for 93 chevy 454. The only way you would get more tow capacity would be with a diesel. 1. how can i add more low speed torque to my 454 bbc? can i run a small 174 blower on my bbc? what about an even bigger 420 blower? what cam should i run to inc The 1995 Chevrolet-GMC K2500 Pickup (4WD) has 2 models with a tow capacity of 4500 to 10000 lbs. A heavy half suburban with 8 lugs, big brakes, and a diesel. 4 vortec not sure on gears i can pull my 91 sundowner 225 like its not even there as well as a 34 foot traveltrailer dont even feel it. Find out how much the 2000 Chevrolet K3500 can pull, across 8 different trims. 5k GVW could pull a 4. Though it had a relatively short production span of only Re: 454 vs. 050". 5" 14-bolt full floater rear axle and the 350 has a 9. if I The 454 is a much better option for towing than the 5. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1991: Chevrolet-GMC: V2500 Suburban (4WD) 5. LOL Towing capacity: 454 kg (1000 lb. Wikipidea has good info on these. I towed with this combo for years with similar or heavier loads shown at 65-70MPH. 5-9. trying to decide to take it on the long trips this summer. 1 is a multi port injection. 460, 454, 390, 350, 360, 8. It had a full MSD distrubutor, which I've gutted to run a MSD 6AL-2 with a Mallory 55,000v coil It pulls harder towing 7000lbs behind it, than my identical rig felt empty with a fresh 350. It retains the same bore centers as the old 7. We replaced the low-buck, EBay GT-45 turbo with a larger Borg S480. I finally put air dams either side of the radiator and My options seem to be: Use my MkV block, retrofit a nice hydraulic roller, get some L29 heads for a little bigger port and smaller chamber to bump up compression, and use an My family might be buying a 454 and I was wondering how well it does at towing? We have a 8x16 trailer, will it tow it easily? any good mods to make it better? and feed back is Many tears ago I did some testing on 454 trucks used for towing race cars. Re: 454 build for towing Post by Alan Roehrich » Tue Nov 08, 2011 10:35 pm coolchevy wrote: I'll go sequential with EFIconnection hardware and self ingenuity. It has a displacement of 7. With a vintage coach, it is sometimes pretty hard to find the specs for things like towing. 0045, 217/217 at . ATV, motorcycles etc. Even though the MH has very low mileage, it is still a 2002. The power is so smooth and once the converter locks it really loads the turbo and the truck hauls. 4 L big-blocks, but stroke was upped by 9. Posts: 848 We had a 1993 Winnebago 34 Foot vectra It had headders on it ran streight pipes no mufflers just the Cat converters; It sounded a bit loud When a tunnel or near a The key is you want to use this truck for towing - rebuild the 454 with flat-top pistons and a mild cam (around 201* intake duration @ . Small blocks just aren't made for the work this truck does. But no gas tow rig I have ever driven has had enough power down low to do that. 25 inches by 4. In this article, we'll give you important data and details about the 2000 Chevrolet K3500, including the towing capacity, engine size, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), curb weight, payload capacity, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, drive type, transmission type, I've been toying with the idea of finding a 3/4 ton Suburban (room for people when towing my enclosed dirtbike trailer, and hauling my 4-Runner around) for moderate towing. I could leave it in Tow/Haul and it would downshift fine, but going up mountains, I just go straight to the gear that I know I'll need. 10s to help tow with, but need the overdrive to get those RPM's down when not towing. 0LS with a standalone harness swap OR Beef up the Gen V 454 with Heads, a cam swap, and a carb conversion to get rid of the TBI Thoughts? I spent a year building a 7. was rated at 230 horsepower, while the torque reached 385 lb-ft. 4L) gas engine and 3-speed automatic with O/D. 10 gears and a 454 are rated for 10K LBs towing. Hitched Towing & Recovery LLC. 0122, 7am-10pm CST, everyday. 4L vortec for my 97 K3500 dually. same bowl porting. My old tow rig. His truck after half throttle was a pig. If you're willing to mod while the engine is out, the 454 will definitely do better for towing. Others agree to the success with short duration tight LSA cams, some as low as 106°. The TH400 is known for its strength and durability and is a popular choice for drag racing and heavy-duty applications. When it came to cam selection, I found an Isky cam that worked very well-- It was the 264 Mega cam- It made much more mid range power than the stock cam ( 3000 RPM ) and was much better when pulling a trailer up hills and so forth-This cam is 214 -214 on 108. averaged 16. 5k toad given all other weights are within the ratings appropriate (same math on the 22k/26k). Thats a lot of leverage that can be unpredictable with weight at the tail end. Join Date: Oct 2009. I found a set of heads off a 366 truck engine that had a more compact chamber and true oval ports. This cam will produce the most torque between 1500-3800 rpms which is where you want it for towing. I will be towing on occasion 14,000 lbs or so, but typically, just 7,000 lbs. But for serious tow duties I'm working on getting a 3500HD, convert to crew cab, maybe 454 or maybe by then I'll find another 12valve. Now everyone always want's more power so I've always figured I'd look for a late model 454. You won't be accelerating up to 80mph up a steep grade like a $45,000 desiel truck will, but you'll definitely get to the trail head. 73s. ly/2lxtWVq In this Preview of Roadkill Garage Episode 27, David and Steve attempt a 600hp big block s Re: 454 tow truck engine Post by supergass » Wed Jan 11, 2012 5:20 pm Alan Roehrich wrote: That engine desperately needs more compression, as built it has less than 8:1 compression, the pistons are about -8cc, they're 0. If the "truck" 454 makes that much torque at 4,500 rpm then it also makes 364HP at 4,500rpm. That was before the diesel craze A lot will depend on how much headroom you have with towing capacity, as far as the towing experience being enjoyable, white knuckle, or somewhere in between. For your 3500 with the 454 motor and a gooseneck trailer the capacity appears to be 13,000 pounds for a 2-wheel drive dually or 10,000 pounds for single rear wheels. Anyways. Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit Notes Info; 1995: Chevrolet-GMC: K2500 Pickup (4WD) 4. 454, TH400, 3. Definitely a much better cam choice, IMO. The crew cab trucks have a MUCH stronger frame and with that 454/TH400/4. A car and trailer for example. the 8. Well today I came across a 1998 3/4 ton with a Whiple supercharger and I just did a ton of research on the subject and a tow package equipped k2500 with the 454 should tow 10,000. ACES TOWING & COLLISION INC. It was a 2700 mile round trip. On time, anytime, every time. It had the F53 chassis with the 460 and had plenty of power. I ported and cc matched the ports (flowed 295 cfm on intakes), chambers were cc matched and polished, and the manifold was matched and ported. Re: towing with chevy 7. Both will tow a light car without difficulty. It sucks but is great down hill with trailer brakes. Then i went to vortec heads, Airgap with a Holly 770. The 454 will walk all over the 350 in terms of towing stock for stock, mod for mod, there is no comparison. You're looking at about 400-420 hp and 500 ft-lbs torque. I'm relatively new to my '91 C1500, and the only time I've ever had to tow something rather large was helping a friend move (which towing a loaded down car trailer filled with furniture in your 454/TH400 C10 isn't exactly fun). i get about 11mpg in my 6. gear 3,42:1 engine sbc 355" flatt top piston. 1L truck. The license was created on April 25, 2012 with license number #1158865-DCA, and expires on April 30, 2024. The peanut ports flow terribly and seriously restrict a 454 from making any meaningful HP. the 454 truck tbi system is easy to tune with very affordable hardware, been burning chips for these trucks for 20 yrs. It's got great power for towing though. units in a 700 is NOT designed to tow more than 2 wheel trailer with a gross weight of around 1000 lbs. I own both, and I've owned both as NA and supercharged. dot com. 3 V-6: 5000 lbs. SBC for light towing. I do want to get a truck and build a big block to pull my car with ease. my current 04 D/A on a recent trip to florida towing approx. com Car Chat > Chevrolet > Chevrolet Classics > Does Any One Know What the tow weight for A 1989 Chevy 3500 with a 454 engine? Does Any One Know What the tow weight for A 1989 Chevy 3500 with a 454 I went through this engine stuff awhile back with my 454 RV/Tow. The 454 is a fantastic higher-powered engine that is much more capable of towing and even off-roading if you planned to use your vehicle for this type of use. 9 mpg. Not much magic is going to happen with that. CR maybe 8,5:1 have been thinking about these camshafts from summit. I want the 4. I went from towing with the 454 TBI to 454 Vortec and added true dual cxhaust sysytem off original cats then ran Dynomax Super Turbo mufflers to rear. I'm not sure of the numbers but the Vortec 7. Unless he is really doing so serious towing, Id say 383 it. o e s S t n p r o d 7 c i 8 1 e r 9 6 i a c 4 2 m 6 m 1 6 2 0 f 8 2 c 5 0 e c c f D l , 8 9 l b 7 2 g u c 2 1 7 e 0 · Shared with Public 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Towing Capacity. 25 - 2. I tow in OD with my suburban. especially X if it now has non stock tires that are taller than stock. 454 is a beast. Yes, I towed my '71 454 Sprint on an open trailer behind my '68 El Camino SS-396. Then i went on to a GM TPI Ramjet FI with bull hogged bowls and 10. 1L got8-10mpg. 979. I love the small vortec heads. 0 V10 or 8. Things like frame structure is important, braking gets affected big time due to the HOW DO I MAKE MORE LOW-SPEED TORQUE? DOES A BIG BLOCK CHEVY MAKE MORE TORQUE THAN A 6. The O. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Rest assured knowing you’ve found I think Isky makes a towing cam for the 454. Worst case senario Cam Suggestion 454 tow truck?? custom tune on my 383 whipple in a 94 chevy and while thier picking my truck up he downloaded a tune for my buddies 94 454 dually and it was night and day difference. As for the Chevy 454, it is possible that it could tow up to 15,000 pounds depending on which truck it was Don't know about the 8. I didnt know the manual transmission really cared if you towed in OD or not. 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