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AZKen May 23rd, 2026 05:54 AM

Gmc v8
 
What years was a V8 available in GMC trucks and what Cu In?

FetchMeAPepsi May 23rd, 2026 01:28 PM

Re: Gmc v8
 
I don't know if it's entirely true, but supposedly they had a GMC‑designed V8 from 66 to 72 that was 637 cu in -10.4 liters.
Holy cow.

AZKen May 23rd, 2026 05:31 PM

Re: Gmc v8
 
Why does AI say a 283 was an option?....and wikipedia?

LEWISMATKIN May 23rd, 2026 06:14 PM

Re: Gmc v8
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by AZKen (Post 79570)
Why does AI say a 283 was an option?....and wikipedia?


because of the Canadian versions of GMC trucks of the era-- the 910, 920, & 930 series were all chevy powered.

Ed Snyder May 23rd, 2026 06:20 PM

Re: Gmc v8
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by FetchMeAPepsi (Post 79569)
I don't know if it's entirely true, but supposedly they had a GMC‑designed V8 from 66 to 72 that was 637 cu in -10.4 liters.
Holy cow.

That's definitely true, Fetch. The 637 V8 had the same bore and stroke as the 478 V6. It was a replacement for the 702 V12. Almost the same power, but much shorter and lighter in weight.

AZKen May 23rd, 2026 06:26 PM

Re: Gmc v8
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by LEWISMATKIN (Post 79571)
because of the Canadian versions of GMC trucks of the era-- the 910, 920, & 930 series were all chevy powered.

Hi Lewis, so what Chevy motors were available? 283? Are you saying no V6 in Canada 60-66?
If they had a Chevy V8, what about the V6 hood emblem?

What about the law suit in 1959 against GMC for using Pontiac V8 with a GMC sticker? Using Chevy motors is the same false advertising issue?

Anyway the question still remains. Were there any USA GMC's with factory option for a 283 V8 in 60-66? AI and Wiki say yes but I have learned NOT to trust those resources. I trust 6066GMCCLUB only.


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