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With a 1998 Vortec engine, you can get about a 20 hp increase simply by streamlining the intake and exhaust, with no other modifications. Use a K&N or similar intake tube with a low-restriction filter and dual 2.5 inch exhaust with Flowmaster or similar low-restriction mufflers. An additional 10-20 hp can be gained with very little expense by adding an insert inside the intake tube that "spirals" the air. "Vortec" or "Cyclone" are two brands that manufacture these inserts. Putting a similar insert in the exhaust just behind the mufflers will help too, although the exhaust ones are harder to find. An interesting side note is that every one of these modifications also increase fuel economy. Large horsepower gains can be experienced with more in-depth mods like upgrading the camshaft (open valves higher and longer), heads (compression, valve size) and using forced induction (just another way of getting more air into the combustion chamber). All of these require computer reprogramming or upgraded chips, and fuel economy will not always increase, and may decrease.
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How much horsepower did a stock 1995 Chevy 2500 7.4 engine put out?
Probably about 240 or close. Move to a 96 and it's a lot more. The Vortec started in 96 with the 350 (5.7) and 454 (7.4). I understand the Vortec 5.7 had a little more power than the non-Vortec 7.4, and the Vortec 5.7 has 250 horsepower.
Compare engine size and horsepower?
A general rule is the bigger the engine, the more horsepower.
How do you gain more horse power from a 5.7 vortec engine gmc z71 pick up?
a throttle body spacer will help some, as will certain types of exhaust but a performance chip is the biggest thing you can do to improve horsepower
What is the horsepower on 199cc?
Horsepower is not dependant on engine size, but on engine efficiency and RPM, more information is needed to answer this question.
Where is the oilfilter at on a 1998 Jimmy 4.3?
The oil filter is located on the driver's side of the engine right next to the oil pan. Read more in the link below: Changing Oil in a 4.3L Vortec
How can you increase horsepower in a 1998 buick regal GS engine?
In short the answer is Digital Horsepower Search at regalgs.net or clubgp.com Both sites have a wealth of information on uprating the gm 3.8l engine. The engines can easily be upgraded mild power with more serious amounts with hardware upgrades.
Can you use a 1995 Vortec long block in your 1994 suburban 350 v8?
If you attempt to put a vortec engine into a vehicle with a NON-vortec computer, you'll have more problems than you care to deal with.
How much horsepower does a 5.7 liter vortex 1998 Chevy engine with headers have?
if you can find the hp. of the eng., you can add between 12-20 more hp. for the headers.
How much horsepower does a 1998 ford escort zx2 have?
the horsepower is rated @130 by the factory not 110 the ztec is more powerful than a spi in the sedan/wagon a 1998 ford escort zx2 has 110 horsepower
What does a bonnet scoop do?
allows more air into the engine and engine compartment. this allows for potentially more horsepower.
What is the difference of a magnum engine versus a non magnum engine?
more horsepower on the magnum
How much horsepower is 1000 RPM?
Depends on the engine that is turning 1,000 rpm's. A larger engine develops way more horsepower than a small engine at 1,000 rpm's.
