Last 4.8 swap to a 5.3

Asked by Cw73 Jan 01, 2020 at 02:56 AM about the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Work Truck 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

What to I need to swap my current
blown 2013 gmc truck 4.8 LS to a
2016 5.3 LT engine

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beatupchevy answered 4 years ago

It's usually best to go with what the vehicle was designed for , take all computers from the 2016 and keep it around till you get it running , the key may have to be programmed also

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Cw73 answered 4 years ago

I have the complete motor and wiring harness but that’s all I have. I am looking on info on how to make this swap work conversion kit parts mods etc. and any info on making the swap work

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