What is a L35 engine?

What is a L35 engine?

L35 CPI. 1992 introduced a new version of the 4.3 L (262 cu in), the L35. This version of the 4.3 L (262 cu in) was equipped with CPI (Central Port Fuel Injection). This system had one centrally located fuel injector to distribute fuel to six hoses each with a poppet valve to each of the intake ports.

Is 4.3 Vortec a good engine?

Overall, the 4.3 vortec is a very strong and reliable motor, proven by it being the longest lasting production vortec engine. Generally, these engines are extremely capable of lasting up to 300,000 miles.

What vehicles did the 4.3 Vortec come in?

In the early 2000s, the Chevy 4.3L Vortec engine added another V6 design known as the EcoTec3 (or LU3). It was prominently featured in the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size trucks, as well as Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans.

How do I know if I have a 4.3 Vortec?

Locate the GM 4.3 engine serial number on the left (remember, engines are always viewed from the rear; if the engine were in a vehicle, the left side is the driver’s side) front bank under the cylinder head. Record the last two letters of the number.

What happened to the Vortec engine?

At the end of the 90s, the Vortec series of V8 engines would be put out to pasture in favor of the LS architecture that would come to define GM’s pickup, van, and SUV strategy for the next 15 years. Just like the 4.3 had been the first engine to be branded ‘Vortec,’ so would it be the last, as it soldiered on separately from the LS.

What is the difference between a 961 L35 and L34 engine?

The L34 and L35 were both 2 bolt main 961 blocks with identical steel forged cranks, 702 cylinder heads, the same 948 cast iron intake, and the same exhaust manifolds. Their standard distributors were similar both being aluminum external adjustment, single point, vacuum equipped distributors. Both engines had a 10.25:1 compression ratio.

What is a Vortec engine Chevy?

Chevy’s vortex technology creates an air vortex inside the engine, which results in better air-to-fuel efficiency. The 4.3 Vortec engine (or Vortec 4300) is a 6-cylinder small-block that was introduced in 1985 and continued in production until 2014.

What is the difference between a L34 and L35 Vette?

The L34 had non domed pistons (otherwise the same as the L35). Although both had hydraulic lifter cams, the L34 had the same cam as the 66 L36 427/390hp vette engine. The cam had a bigger intake/exhaust lift and duration as compared to its L35 counterpart.