What is the firing order on a 300 6-cylinder Ford?
Firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4 .
Is the 8.1 Vortec an LS?
Although we love LS engines, they aren’t exactly built for the same purpose as the Vortec 8.1. A 6.0 LS would make an excellent engine for a high horsepower street car, but not a truck that tows stuff a lot. The Vortec 8.1 was designed for maximum torque at a very low RPM.
Is the 8.1 Vortec a big block?
As far as production engines go, the 8.1L Vortec is the Big Block of Big Blocks. Because of the engines substantial torque rating, it was been used in various marine and motorhome applications as well as being offered as an alternative to more expensive diesel options in GM’s medium duty products.
How much horsepower does a 8.1 Vortec have?
GM 8.1L Vortec V-8 Engine Specs (Vortec 8100)
| Engine: | General Motors Vortec 8100 |
|---|---|
| Peak Horsepower: | 330 – 340 hp @ 4,200 rpm (truck, van, SUV applications) |
| Peak Torque: | 440 – 455 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm (truck, van, SUV applications) |
Do all 8.1 have Allison?
In the LT trim trucks the Allison was standard equipment behind the 8.1L engine. NO Chevrolet or GMC pick-up truck was ever built with an 8.1L engine, and the 4L80/4L85E transmission. If you chose a pick-up truck with the standard 6.0L gas engine it would come with a 5-speed manual as standard equipment.
What gas mileage does a Chevy 8.1 GET?
On average, vehicles equipped with the 8.1 get less than 15 miles per gallon. You can make some changes to the way you operate your Chevrolet 8.1 to attempt to get better fuel mileage; however, you should not expect miracles. This is not a motor that will ever see 20 miles to the gallon.
How many miles is a 8.1 Vortec good for?
Engine performs well. The overall condition of the truck is pretty good for a 15 year old with 225,000 miles.