GreenGiant2 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Does any one know what engine they used in these truck.gonna look at one Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 3208 3208t or 1160 depending on what year Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256022 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 3208 3208t or 1160 depending on what yearAgee. Not sure when GM quit making the C8500. Did the later models use CAT 3116 or 3126? Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256024 Share on other sites More sharing options...
james j neiweem Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 A lot of people call them boat anchors however if you treat them right they will treat you right. Oil change, coolant change, keep the rpms down a little and downshift a little before needed. These are not torque engines but rpm engines. Just don' t go crazy on the rpm's. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256029 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 thinking about it a little more possibly 8.2 L fuel pincher G.M. diesel if early to mid 80's Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted August 14, 2014 Author Share Posted August 14, 2014 It's a 94. Think a 3116 or 3126. What would the ruff hp be at Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256035 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 It's a 94. Think a 3116 or 3126. What would the ruff hp be at3116 160-2503126 175-300 Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256042 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted August 15, 2014 Author Share Posted August 15, 2014 Going to go look at the truck. It has a very large utility body with generator and compressor. The truck has an auto in it with 110,000 on it. Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256046 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 I had a 3116 in a 2 ton size I think it was a 6500 or 7500 gmc svc. truck w/6sp avg. 24,000 lbs would run 70 mph and get 10+ mpg Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256047 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted August 15, 2014 Author Share Posted August 15, 2014 Hopefully the 8500 has a bigger engine Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256056 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted August 17, 2014 Author Share Posted August 17, 2014 Just went to look at the truck. It has a c-7 listed at 250hp. It will take some time to get used to the 6 speed Allison but the tranny brake is nice. It has a little rust on the utility body and 2 of the floors need help but I think for all the stuff the truck has its a good deal. 3/8's and 1/2 air reel, electric reel, hydraulic hose on reel. The body has a slide in drawer under the body that runs lenght wise above the frame that could be used for shovels and stuff. Will post some pics later. 1 Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted August 18, 2014 Share Posted August 18, 2014 C-7 is the new version of the 3126. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256399 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted August 19, 2014 Author Share Posted August 19, 2014 pics1994 CHEVROLET KODIAK C8500 Heavy Duty Trucks - Service Utility Mechanic Trucks For Sale At TruckPaper.com.htm Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256502 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted August 19, 2014 Author Share Posted August 19, 2014 C-7 is the new version of the 3126.yes your right, talked to my cat guy and he said the same thing, some were i thought i saw c-7 but it is a 3116. Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted August 19, 2014 Share Posted August 19, 2014 IT SHOULD DO JUST FINE ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/36695-cat-engine-in-a-c8500-chevy/#findComment-256506 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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