2.8 v-6 in '87 S-15 Jimmy - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

barn9 · 09-13-2001, 06:57 PM

Does anyone know of any resources for info on the 2.8 V-6 engine? Mine has a lot of miles and is getting weak, or should I say weaker than normal. I've never really liked the 2.8, but I do still like the Jimmy. I would appreciate any ideas, links, etc. Thanks for your help.

gearhead dave · 09-13-2001, 07:36 PM

www.jagsthatrun.com ....v8 conversions...nuthin more to say

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Z16 · 09-13-2001, 08:56 PM

I agree with the Jags that Rin comment, but if you want something a little more V6, GM makes a 3.4 litre replacement crate motor that bolts in where your 2.8 was. Now don't expect the power of a 4.3, but it's an easy swap, and should be good for some HP over the 2.8. Really though, if you want some more power, go with the Jags V8 conversion. Check out www.mys10.com also

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Longhorn Man · 09-13-2001, 09:41 PM

The 2.8 can be hopped up a bit, but it still has the week @ss crank in it when your done. You can put just about anythihng in it. If it is a toy, i think I'd go with a 350.

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Z16 · 09-13-2001, 11:09 PM

Check out www.s-series.org for some 2.8 hop up info.

barn9 · 09-14-2001, 10:39 AM

Thanks guys, I appreciate the help.

09-13-2001, 06:57 PM	#1
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	2.8 v-6 in '87 S-15 Jimmy Does anyone know of any resources for info on the 2.8 V-6 engine? Mine has a lot of miles and is getting weak, or should I say weaker than normal. I've never really liked the 2.8, but I do still like the Jimmy. I would appreciate any ideas, links, etc. Thanks for your help. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

09-13-2001, 07:36 PM	#2
gearhead dave Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: horn lake,ms Posts: 388	www.jagsthatrun.com ....v8 conversions...nuthin more to say ------------------ 1976 Crew Cab Dually (under construction) 1972 Suburban 1955 Pro Street Chevy 1985 S-10 Blazer (daily driver) V W Sandrail Located in Horn Lake, MS that's just 4 miles south of Memphis TN www.classictruckshop.com/clubs/earlyburbs/members/gallery2/223/display.htm Former engine builder for Racing Head Service Performance Engines in Memphis TN. over 1,600 plus engines built by little ole me!! __________________ 1976 Crew Cab Dually (under construction) 1972 Suburban 1955 Pro Street Chevy 1985 S-10 Blazer (daily driver) V W Sandrail Located in Horn Lake, MS that's just 4 miles south of Memphis TN www.classictruckshop.com/clubs/earlyburbs/members/gallery2/223/display.htm Former engine builder for Racing Head Service Performance Engines in Memphis TN. over 1,600 plus engines built by little ole me!! GOD BLESS THE BRAVEST OF THE BRAVE...THE NEW YORK CITY FIRE FIGHTERS!!

09-13-2001, 08:56 PM	#3
Z16 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,508	I agree with the Jags that Rin comment, but if you want something a little more V6, GM makes a 3.4 litre replacement crate motor that bolts in where your 2.8 was. Now don't expect the power of a 4.3, but it's an easy swap, and should be good for some HP over the 2.8. Really though, if you want some more power, go with the Jags V8 conversion. Check out www.mys10.com also ------------------ 98 GMC Sierra Ex Cab, cowl hood, Euro lenses, billet grille, cat-back exhaust. Airbags, 18's, and engine mods in the spring. Looking for the right 71-72 GMC short/fleet __________________ 98 GMC Sierra Ex Cab, cowl hood, Euro LED lights, 30 bar billet, Whipple Supercharged 350 Vortec: Forged flattops, E-Tec aluminum heads, Comp Cam, Scat crank and rods, Granatelli Mass air flow, Headers, Flowmaster exhaust , Complete MSD Ignition, Custom Tuning, intake spacer , ported throttle body, AC Delco port injection upgrade, Roller Rockers, Power Pulleys. Gear Vendors Overdrive. Soon to hit a dyno. 2/4 drop(for now). 95 Chevy S-10 Ex Cab 4.3 5 Speed 2/3 drop, Euro lights, billet grill, More to come. The Daily Driver

09-13-2001, 11:09 PM	#5
Z16 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,508	Check out www.s-series.org for some 2.8 hop up info. __________________ 98 GMC Sierra Ex Cab, cowl hood, Euro LED lights, 30 bar billet, Whipple Supercharged 350 Vortec: Forged flattops, E-Tec aluminum heads, Comp Cam, Scat crank and rods, Granatelli Mass air flow, Headers, Flowmaster exhaust , Complete MSD Ignition, Custom Tuning, intake spacer , ported throttle body, AC Delco port injection upgrade, Roller Rockers, Power Pulleys. Gear Vendors Overdrive. Soon to hit a dyno. 2/4 drop(for now). 95 Chevy S-10 Ex Cab 4.3 5 Speed 2/3 drop, Euro lights, billet grill, More to come. The Daily Driver

09-14-2001, 10:39 AM	#6
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	Thanks guys, I appreciate the help. __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

09-13-2001, 09:41 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	The 2.8 can be hopped up a bit, but it still has the week @ss crank in it when your done. You can put just about anythihng in it. If it is a toy, i think I'd go with a 350. ------------------ The hot rod; a'69 G.M.C. Short/Fleet. 350 W/a heluva cam and nice stance. Still a beater though. Trying to clean up the left over damage from the Dope-Smokin-Old-Man...a real bummer. See it at http://geocities.com/andys_69_gmc/ The not rod; old beat up Mighty Morphin Power Ranger. (that's the ONLY cool way to say pos Ford Ranger)only purchased it for the gas mileage. (at least it's a V-6) And now it's for sale...2500 bucks or trade for inline '67 - '72. I've been dubbed the Longhorn Freak/Fanatic/Expert, I just hope I can live up to it. Check out my Longhorn site at <A HREF="http://geocities.com/MotorCity/Flats/8752/ " TARGET=_blank>http://geocities.com/MotorCity/Flats/8752/ </A>



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