2.7 turbo in Silverado?
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Balance shaft was an early issue in some - but even MB has struggled getting them sorted …
I‘d love one and a Canyon AT4 to mount it in
I find the idea of a small, high powered engine, in a large vehicle, rather interesting from an engineering point of view.
The reviews are generally positive, and there is no question the engine's output is adequate and that it can tow a modest load without issue. Even though the MPG seems to be lower than the V8 in all conditions. And that the well tamed 4 cylinder intake/exhaust drone can still be bothersome to some, myself included.
However, don't expect it to launch hard, watch the first 20 seconds of this video to see how the 4cyl performs. Note: it only hits 88-89MPH trap speeds, so you would have to look long and hard to find a slower new vehicle.
The reviews are generally positive, and there is no question the engine's output is adequate and that it can tow a modest load without issue. Even though the MPG seems to be lower than the V8 in all conditions. And that the well tamed 4 cylinder intake/exhaust drone can still be bothersome to some, myself included.
However, don't expect it to launch hard, watch the first 20 seconds of this video to see how the 4cyl performs. Note: it only hits 88-89MPH trap speeds, so you would have to look long and hard to find a slower new vehicle.
We have the occasional customer come in for oil& filter purchase for the 2.7 GMs at work. I've asked a few how they like the 2.7 and they either don't say anything and just stare at me because they don't speak english or they tell me they like their truck and haven't had any issues.
However, we get many customers with fairly new 5.3 GM trucks who come in because their check engine light is on and they want the code scanned.
Now, this data is skewed because there are millions more 5.3s out there but at the end of the day I don't think the 2.7 is a bad engine and I suspect a majority of them will live a long and happy life to 200,000 miles.
However, we get many customers with fairly new 5.3 GM trucks who come in because their check engine light is on and they want the code scanned.
Now, this data is skewed because there are millions more 5.3s out there but at the end of the day I don't think the 2.7 is a bad engine and I suspect a majority of them will live a long and happy life to 200,000 miles.
The old body (before the 2.7) was 10-15% more efficient than the new ones.
The 2.7 BFC chart is more efficient than the v8 but good luck driving in the sweet spot, would need a manual transmission and accelerate like a moped and drive 35-45mph to do better.
GM (and apparently other manufacturers) are total morons when it comes to aerodynamic design.
They have a motor that could save fuel but only in the old body style they don’t make
Stupid all around
It’s all a compromise. But yeah, that’s weird they went to a less efficient body style. Is it just bigger!?
The Ford 2.7 EcoBeast (V6 of course) has been shown to be the “fastest” of the 3 half-ton models, at least in a few model years. I had a 2.7 crew cab rental and reeled off 5.6s 0-60s pretty easily. They’re definitely overpowered by the 3.5 all-out, but my stepson with an otherwise identical truck but with a 2.7, who has a pretty heavy foot compared to me usually is knocking down 4-5mpg more than I am with the 3.5.
I had wanted the 2.7 and 36-gal tank, but settled for the 3.5/36g. Some days I wish I had kept looking until I found “the one”; on days when I’ve got the E30 tune in and some cocky unsuspecting punk in a Camaro or Charger in the lane beside me, I cackle like Cruella DeVil when I see the shock on their shrinking faces in my rearview.
I have the precious... 2.7 eco CC 36g tank. It's friggin' fat with a 1247lb payload but still scoots.The Ford 2.7 EcoBeast (V6 of course) has been shown to be the “fastest” of the 3 half-ton models, at least in a few model years. I had a 2.7 crew cab rental and reeled off 5.6s 0-60s pretty easily. They’re definitely overpowered by the 3.5 all-out, but my stepson with an otherwise identical truck but with a 2.7, who has a pretty heavy foot compared to me usually is knocking down 4-5mpg more than I am with the 3.5.
I had wanted the 2.7 and 36-gal tank, but settled for the 3.5/36g. Some days I wish I had kept looking until I found “the one”; on days when I’ve got the E30 tune in and some cocky unsuspecting punk in a Camaro or Charger in the lane beside me, I cackle like Cruella DeVil when I see the shock on their shrinking faces in my rearview.
The 2.7 Chevy is kind of a "why did they do that" when you compare the two. My son is a mechanic, he raves about Ford 2.7's and rant's about the Chevy 4.
I must admit, I'm curious about how this was determined. I did a quick google search and got back very little actual information.
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We have a new silverado 1500 4x4 quad cab with the 2.7T at work. It will get short tripped to death, never see a wash/wax and have minimal maintenance it's entire life. What ever the company's maintenance plan allows and what ever wears out or breaks. I haven't driven it, but the guys say it's no different than any other modern day truck with a V6. None of them had any idea it was turbo 4 until I showed them.
The 2.7 is something I'm seriously considering when I buy a truck. Seems over engineered and so far so good from real world reports for the most part. As far as mileage they've only been out since 2019 I think but I've heard of a couple being around 150,000
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I just added a brand new 2023 to my fleet of electrical service trucks quad cab with the "real" 6.5 ft bed .....
The 22.5 + has quite a bit of updates vs the previous 2.7 while still retaining the same basic design there are also very early version 22s that have the old engine before the change over (stop gap )
I am impressed with the engine so far for it being a 4cyl this truck will see a lot of miles in the next few years
Looking into the proper way to delete the AFM ASAP just can't imagine how it saves any money when the lifter takes a turd on me ....the warranty for me is basically a bill of goods since letting anyone besides me touch my trucks mechanicaly is never going to happen
Oil drain plug is comical at best get ready for a mess the second you pop it .....I am hopeful someone will fab up a fumoto style valve for these trucks
My biggest disappointment is the plastic material the door panels are made of on the custom trim level the only truck that had easier to scratch plastic was my 2019 Tacoma
The corrosion protection is abysmal also and the frame is still the wax dipped treatment that will blow off at the carwash if your not careful and Oklahoma red dirt sticks to the wax combining for a sad looking underside
If I add another one to my fleet I will order or locate one with the 4 low transfer case instead of the pitiful 4 high only .....I honestly didn't even notice until it was too late
All this being said for 3/4 ton and up Ford SuperDuties are still the king of trucks period
The 22.5 + has quite a bit of updates vs the previous 2.7 while still retaining the same basic design there are also very early version 22s that have the old engine before the change over (stop gap )
I am impressed with the engine so far for it being a 4cyl this truck will see a lot of miles in the next few years
Looking into the proper way to delete the AFM ASAP just can't imagine how it saves any money when the lifter takes a turd on me ....the warranty for me is basically a bill of goods since letting anyone besides me touch my trucks mechanicaly is never going to happen
Oil drain plug is comical at best get ready for a mess the second you pop it .....I am hopeful someone will fab up a fumoto style valve for these trucks
My biggest disappointment is the plastic material the door panels are made of on the custom trim level the only truck that had easier to scratch plastic was my 2019 Tacoma
The corrosion protection is abysmal also and the frame is still the wax dipped treatment that will blow off at the carwash if your not careful and Oklahoma red dirt sticks to the wax combining for a sad looking underside
If I add another one to my fleet I will order or locate one with the 4 low transfer case instead of the pitiful 4 high only .....I honestly didn't even notice until it was too late
All this being said for 3/4 ton and up Ford SuperDuties are still the king of trucks period
What does the F-150 with the turbocharged V6 do in the 1/4 mile; is there a video for that?
The ford is pretty fast. i see them in the 14’s. Unfortunately they reach the top speed limiter in the 1/4 so the trap speeds are in the high 90’s
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For sure on that.
We waited months for a few new 2500s for our plant fleet and wound up with a single new GMC, crew cab, long bed, 4x4, 6.0L (not positive on the engine). It's a real turd. I guess it pulls bad to the right and is a known issue with no fix. Everybody runs for the Ford and Ram 2500s we have. No issues with them.
When will we get one in a crate?
24 gal fuel tank is too small.
my 2.7 eco has the 36 gallon tank. It’s not a crew cab but the extended cab. Seriously it’s not a truck I’d let a younger person drive - it has gobs of power - even for interstate passing it pulls, and absolutely will spin out say, in the rain if you goose it at 55, which is not good if an inexperienced driver gets over-excited in it. the engine seems stout; but as I’ve said before I’ve had a few hiccups with the transmission, and mine has leaked coolant at the turbo line o-rings.
with the Chevy 2.7, how is the torque? I mean, i don’t drive with a lead foot; I wanted the torque of the 2.7 for towing, at which it is Fabulous. The turbos do the work, and it pulls similarly to a small diesel. How does the Chevy do with a load behind it?
with the Chevy 2.7, how is the torque? I mean, i don’t drive with a lead foot; I wanted the torque of the 2.7 for towing, at which it is Fabulous. The turbos do the work, and it pulls similarly to a small diesel. How does the Chevy do with a load behind it?
