Originally Posted by
Robyn
The Truth about the early 6.2 engine
These were built in a time when MPG was king
The 1/2 ton rigs were capable of pulling down mid to high 20 MPG on the road.
They were a good runner, grocery getter and such.
That is what GM built them for....GETTING THE CAFE NUMBERS UP
As far as power goes....they were a real turd....
About 130 hp IIRC in the 1/2 ton.
Dual exhaust and fun to drive...
A banks turbo kit would wake them up a bunch.....but still.....by today's standards.....A real slug......
You can do a rebuild on one of these and add a Banks turbo (Seen on ebay off and on) and make 160-180 HP and get a decent little runner.
A K5 Blazer with one is a good little hunting/camping rig and can easily pull a modest size camp trailer....(READ THIS AS NOT A BIG ONE) 16' OR SO.....
Have fun
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