Hypothetical question...

[dyeager535]

You're mistaken if you think sequential fire is that big of a difference over batch or TBI.

Newer setups ARE more efficient, but that is because of the entire engine design, not batch vs sequential.

Batch vs sequential on a 350, same motor, is about 5HP difference. That isn't going to net you much better mileage. Redesigning stroke, bore, chamber design, intakes, and overall block construction, will. (ie, LS series motors)

Sequential is not a good enough reason to forego TBI or batch fire injection. "Wet" intake is TBI's problem, but that is non-existent in port injection setups.

 

[MaxPF]

Well, looks like the choice has been made.
http://coloradok5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=201492

Sometimes I just gotta do something different. Besides, it was a pretty good deal

 

[dyeager535]

The only diesel motors that will have to ever pass an emission test are ones that were produced and put in new trucks after January 1, 2007.

Sorry, can't help myself. You are telling me that this statement: "Gasoline and diesel vehicles 5-25 years old need an emission test every other year. Your registration renewal notice will tell you if your vehicle needs a test." can't possibly be true?

http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/air/cars/automotive_pages.htm

Third paragraph.

And why did they do this you might ask? Well, first off is obvious, the state is a money hungry tax machine, second is because people were buying diesels solely to convert them to gas and bypass emissions testing. Diesels started getting tested here LONG ago, maybe 10 years or so.

I think diesels are cool, kind of wished I had gone that route to see what real economy is like. Excited to hear how yours turns out.