[sixsix]

Who would want HALF THE POWER of a V8? (at a higher cost and complexity)
The V8 is literally a simple drop in.. all the accys (from the V6) fit too.

w/o Reading ANYthing else in this thread...

Know this - the average V8 Music is referring to ( affordable 80s-90s ) barely made 190 hp.
Just look at some of the 5.0 & 5.7 & Corvette hp stats.

I still say, w/ the right GM OEM hds, moderate cam, newer valvetrain, lifters - that V6 can be livened up like you would not believe.
The Mercruiser 4.3 are truly monsters - and run flat out nearly all day.

Go ahead, ( everyone but Music - LOL )... look it up - Big torque and decent 225-250+ hp is cheaply affordable.


Now if you have the money, time & patience, you could "Hop Up That V8" ( after you pay for it... ) -
... then all bets are off.

 

[sixsix]

And remember - you would still have to get your hands on a reliable comparable V8.

You already have the V6 - go ahead - take a chance.

 

[sixsix]

Not hardly and definitely not for that money to boot.

 

[sixsix]

... 340-HP 3.6-Liter Four-Cylinder LS-Headed Crate Engine - By Blueprint

The guy said this is a perfect candidate for Turbo or NO Shot.
Seems the smaller block would give more room in the cramped eng. comp.

Anyone find out what that one would cost...?
Got to be in the 5 figures.


So... is it ok to speak of oddball V8s ?
How bout 2 V8s - seen them, too.

Seems "Hopping Up the V6 Engine" is the most economical and practical difference maker.

I saw a screamer crate 4.3 for around $2300 - it was the cheapest motor the company sold.
Remember, w/ those exotic motors as outlined in this thread, there are the elecs. and the electronics.

Plus, the mechanical - people can't hardly find decent mechs. that want to fiddle w/ the STOCK M/L class Vans.
I am not sure where in our Greater Cinti. area where I would get our 4.3 rebuilt semi-professionally.
That is if I needed it...