535,000 miles on a Ford E150 is impressive! Regular oil changes really do make a difference. Ford’s 300 engine is definitely one of the most durable out there.
I have a 300 currently sitting on an engine stand that lived through an F-150 and a Bronco until roads salt ate them. It still ran so well that I just couldn’t scrap it, and I may be putting it in a Bullnose F-150 I’m building. Either that or a 7.3 International/PowerStoke that I also have. Either would be good choices.
@@ponycar351w I would go with the 300-6, Lots of torque and way better gas mileage, I love the 300-6. Best engine I ever had besides the 350 vortec which I have now in a 99 Tahoe, It has over 300,000 on it and wont quit! The 7.3 is a long lasting beast too!
North star lmao and it was number 1. Did Cadillac pay for this video or something cause that engine sucked in every way possible. Leaked oil from new hard to work on and I don't know of anybody who would put that pos in a custom car or truck.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! The Northstar engine has had its share of mixed reviews, especially regarding the oil leakage issue you mentioned. However, many owners have also praised its performance and durability under certain conditions. The goal of this video was to highlight engines that have been recognized for reliability by different groups over time, but we appreciate your feedback and will consider it for future content. Every engine has its strengths and weaknesses, and it’s great to hear different perspectives!
@@SUVBeyondThe Northstar has made many “engines to avoid “ lists. It had great performance. But it was famous for leaking oil, burning oil, and overheating and blowing head gaskets. Of course there are some examples of them lasting a long time, that’s not its reputation. It’s known to be fragile. Performance is great. Durability… not so much.
Remove the Northstar from this list 10:37 and put Chrysler slant 6 225 cid in its place. Than I will agree with this list. The Northstar with its head bolt problems was a disappointment.
The northstar engines were plagued with head gasket problems that caused many Cadillac buyers to switch over to Lincoln. That engine should not be in this list. They came up with a fix for it later but it wasn't a reliable engine at all.
@@SUVBeyond several small misleading visuals (like for the Ford 4.9 [300] showing a 66-77 Bronco while saying the 300 was in it - it wasnt - it was in the 78+ large Broncos but not the earlier ones. Only the 170 and 200 i6's, 225 dauntless v6 and 289 and 302 v8s were in that Bronco... The Chevy 350 (also 283, 302, 327) was called the Chevy '5.8' in video when it was a 5.7liter nomenclature all its life when the switch went from cubic inches to liters in the late 70s/80s (the Ford 351 was billed as the 5.8) Northstar was a disaster engine very poor head/bolt retention early and massive oil leaks from all models. It's definitely not a winner engine. You went from reliability to "performance luxury" about this engine 🤷♂️
Great points, and I really appreciate you catching those details! You’re absolutely right about the Ford 4.9 and the 66-77 Broncos-they didn’t have the 300, and I should have clarified it was the larger Broncos from ‘78 onwards. Same goes for the Chevy 350, which was always referred to as a 5.7L, not a 5.8L-definitely a mix-up on my part there. And regarding the Northstar engine, you’re not wrong. It was known for its head bolt and oil leak issues, which really impacted its reputation despite its performance ambitions. Thanks again for this thorough breakdown-it really helps me improve the content!
Chevrolet 5.8 ?? However, about a 5.7 New SBC ARE THROW AWAYS !! Cost a fortune to maintain and can not be rebuilt 2 or 3 times like the 1950's and 60's engines. Stop drinking the kool aide and look at the facts not your opinions.
There is a lot of good information in this video, but also a few problems. First and foremost the AI narration sucks. Second, there is no way anyone who knows engines would list the Northstar as reliable! They were technologically advanced and powerful for their time, but reliability was absolutely not something associated with them. There are also issues with where some of the engines were allegedly used, for example the GM 3800 was never used in full size trucks. Fun fact, the LS really looks like a reworked Ford Y-block. Looking at the block and head geometry, there are way more similarities than differences, to the point that some GM guys have mistaken pictures of Y-block heads as LS heads. I’ve had three of these engines, and they were great. I had a 3300 (smaller displacement version of the 3800) in a Cutlass Cierra, a 300 (the original designation for the 4.9L) that powered a Bronco and then an F-150 (and is still sitting on an engine stand until I put it in something else), until WI road salt ate both vehicles. I currently have a ‘97 F-350 crew cab dually with a 7.3 that we use among other things to pull our 33 foot 5th wheel camper, which has gone from southeastern Wisconsin to places like Kentucky and Texas and back.
My 2000 7.3 power stroke has been great for me 247,000 miles on it, only needed a water pump, besides regular maintenance, even has the same auto transmission.
All great engines! The Cummins 5.9 is a beast, and the Slant 6 has a huge following. Hard to fit all the legends in one list, what makes these your top picks?
@@SUVBeyond The slant six was in production from 1959-2000 . 41 years. Mabey not the most powerful engine ever made but the subject of this vid was "Reliability"
@SUVBeyond the 318 was actually nicknamed Old Reliable. The Leaning Tower of Power was unbreakable and there are tons of 1,000,000 mile 5.9 Cummins out there.
The Northstar V8 was one of the MOST GARBAGE ENGINES produced Ever!!!! I'm a GM guy and I'd vote for the Ford 5.0L from the mid 80s over that crappy Northstar v8
The Northstar definitely had its share of issues, especially with the early models. The Ford 5.0L from the ‘80s was a solid engine, no doubt! It’s always interesting to see how these engine debates shake out among car enthusiasts.
My 300 straight 6 in my 1965 Ford truck was bullet proof all i needed to do was change the valve seats for unleaded gas also the 460pi in my 74 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT was a beast loved them both till the bodies rusted away
That 300 straight-six engine is legendary for its reliability! And the 460pi had some serious power too. It’s a shame that body rust often outlasts the engines in those old trucks.
I got 310,000 mi as we speak on my 01 F150 4.6 and it shows no signs of stopping I drive it everyday back and forth to work I've had it for 13 years and I'm still going with it
That's awesome! 310,000 miles and still going strong is incredible-sounds like your F150 is a true testament to durability! It’s amazing how these trucks can keep running for so long with proper maintenance. Thanks for sharing your experience, it’s always inspiring to hear about vehicles like yours that just don’t quit! Keep driving it-here’s to many more miles ahead!
You had my interest until you included the northstar. I got so sick of wiping up oil from the garage floor for 30 years (multiple cars) I switched to Toyota. Since then my mechanic is a total stranger.
Totally get where you’re coming from-the Northstar has its quirks for sure! But it still earned a spot for its innovation at the time. Glad to hear Toyota’s been treating you well! What model are you driving now?
I had the tahoe S10 1989 pickup 4 by 4. I loved that trucķ. It had the 4.3 liter know that was a magical setup ìn my opinion . We had the first year Ford ranger that was garbage, but the following rangers in the late 80s were great. You couldn't give me a north star engine too much trouble. May the good Lord bless everyone 🙏 ❤
The 4.3 was a cut down from the 5.3 and the 5.7, one of the greatest engines of all time. I have a 99 tahoe with the 5.7 vortec in it. I cant kill it, It just wants to go go go! 303,000 on it.
What about the V6 4.3 liter as a spin off of the GM V8, my 1991 S10 still going strong today as just gave it to my younger brother to drive until the body gives out. So parts are getting hard to find like heater parts as the engine these parts are easy to find as the only engine parts I had to replace was 2 alternators, 1 gas tank, 1 key cylinder. Also batteries, and brakes over the years, own it from 1998 until 2024.
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💯 one of my favorite V8 engines. Magnum versions are extremely reliable. Simple with no EGR, really reliable fuel injection design, and ignition system. IMO The best design late model design of the old pushrod V8 from the 50-60s
I have a 99 Chevy Tahoe 1500K with the vortec 5.7 and 3/4 ton tow package, stock...in it. I pull, tow, haul heavy things and I cant kill it, 303,000 miles and dont burn or leak anything, It just wants to go go go!
The Northstar was a great engine, until they shortened the headbolts and started cheapiing out on a lot of other things. 97, and up were complete garbage. IT was a shame, really
The 5.9 Cummins should have definitely been on this list. Not only in trucks but also tons of heavy equipment. And the 7.3 is not a ford motor it is a navistar motor. “International “. 444
Great points! The 5.9 Cummins is a beast and definitely deserves recognition. And you're right about the 7.3-thanks for pointing that out, it's technically an International/Navistar engine. Appreciate the input!
You forgot the 4.6 litre Lincoln DOHC V-8 that was installed in the Mark Viii from 1993-1998. It was a 32 Valve All Aluminum engine that could out perform AND out last any 4.6 Ford 2 Valve. Believe me, I have owned both of these engines.
That’s awesome! The Northstar engine in the XLR-V is definitely underrated. Beating 500-600 hp cars shows how well it performs with its power-to-weight ratio and torque delivery. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I'll see your 327 and raise you 19 cubic inches, with its descendant, the 346-ci LS-1. And add the rest of the LS-series engines, which all harken back to your beloved 327.
List wasn't to bad until the blown head gasket star. For starters, where's the starter? In the V under the intake. That's a pricey replacement bill. Next the self removing head bolts, due to a lack of theeads.
The GM 3.8 is so tough that it came with optional high performance superchargers which are easy to add tons of power to. Simply by a small pulley swap!! For the price, you can not beat it.😁😁⚡
Glad to hear you’re a fan of the GM 3.8! That supercharger setup is definitely impressive for the price and ease of tuning. It’s hard to beat that kind of power potential with just a pulley swap! 💪⚡
What the hell the only actual industrial engine ever installed in a consumer product and you left it out!? Cummins 12 valve in-line six-cylinder diesel engine VE pump or P pump absolutely unstoppable!!!! The 6BT motor is the best and most durable engine you could ever put in a vehicle!!!!
You’re absolutely right! The Cummins 12-valve 6BT is an absolute legend and a beast of an engine. It’s crazy durable, and both the VE and P-pump setups have their fans for good reason. I definitely should have mentioned it-thanks for calling it out! What’s your experience with the 6BT? I'd love to hear how it's performed for you!
Wow, that’s incredible! Almost 900,000 miles on a 2000 Chevy Silverado-sounds like it’s been an absolute beast! Thanks for sharing that, your dad’s truck is a great example of how reliable these engines can be.
I've owned four diesel pickups a 7.3 non aspirated diesel, Cummins 24 valve, with over 320,000 miles, Ford Power Stroke 6.0, with over 320,000 miles and my must recent a Ford Power Stroke 6.7 with proper maintenance they were good engines, the 2012, 24 valve Cummins clocked over 300,000, The I just purchased a 2012 Ford with the 6.7 I think Ford has come up with a winner with this one, some things also that we need to notice is that diesel fuel is not what it used to be, we do not get the fuel mileage out of diesel fuel that we use to and when they lowered the lubrication in diesel fuel a lot of high pressure fuel problems started,.
If I was going to buy a Ford truck it would definitely have the 7.3 diesel engine in it. If I was buying a performance car then I would definitely want the 350 cubic inch Chevrolet motor
Great picks! The Ford 5.0 is a solid performer, and the 300 slant 6 is known for its bulletproof reliability. Two classics that definitely deserve respect!
That’s great! Experience with these engines really tells you a lot about their real-world performance. What did you find to be the strongest point of the ones you owned?
I hear you on the Cadillac Northstar! It’s disappointing when an engine that should last longer gives up after only 40,000 miles. Do you think it’s the design or the materials that make it a “junk” engine? I’d love to know more about your thoughts on it!
The AI voice is acceptable, but the reading word for word and letter for letter is annoying. "four six ell two valve vee eight". Nobody calls the 300 - 6 a "four, nine ell". Finally, when the voice called a "V8" a "five eight" because it assumed the V was a roman numeral, I was done.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I totally get what you mean-some of those pronunciations can be frustrating. I’ll keep that in mind for future videos. Do you have a preferred text-to-speech program that you think does a better job? I’d love to hear your recommendations!
Thanks for your feedback! I’m always looking to improve the content, including the text-to-speech quality. What would you like to see in future videos? Your input really helps!
Any engine that runs 200.000 miles has my vote, 7.3 4.6 & 4.9 the engine’s in my car and pickups, 4.6 chain broke and lost oil presser running 75 80 mph, My Lincoln May be tossed
The mopar 3.8L V6 is more reliable than the GM 3800. The 3800 had lots of issues with intake gaskets and cooling system failures. The GM 3800 is a stout engine with cheap parts bolted to it. The amount of dodge caravans driving around with 300k plus hard miles on them. Would shock people. Worked in shops for 12 years.
@@patrickcoughlin-qj9uk That is my problem too. The 460 puts out alot of power and they can be even bored out. In my truck. I have a 460 with a 750 holley. Even when I am driving properly , I still can not pass a gas station. Unfortunately, gas has gone way out of reach today, not like when these older cars and trucks were built .
1. Mid 70's Mercedes Benz 240D Diesel engine. Inline 4 avarage miles 1 million. Most miles 2.8 million miles. 2. 1980's through 2002 Mercedes Benz 6 cylinder diesel engine. Are known to reach and exceed. The 1 million mile mark.
The 3800 engine in my dads 80s toranodo was replaced once first engine got two timing chains about 80 thousand miles apart and the heads had to be fixed.then the engine was replaced after once again it failed .the timing chains in those were supposed to be replaced every 60k so i don't know how that is being reliable.
The Northstar engine series doesn't belong in this rating video! Repairs often exceed the value of any of the Cadillacs or Oldsmobile cars it was placed into. Blown head gaskets and several other issues plagued this engine!!
@SUVBeyond : not really sure on all the gen 3 motors from G.M. when I got my 03 avalanche, that's when I started learning about the 3rd gen lm7. Prior to that was always the 5.7 from G.M which were also super reliable.
@@brianflowers6079 Yeah, the 5.7 was a beast! It’s cool how the LM7 came along and kept that GM reliability going strong. How’s your Avalanche holding up with the LM7? Would love to hear how it compares to your experience with the 5.7!
Well my LM7 has a little over 144,000 miles on it. Runs great still super strong despite the fact it was made in Mexico. Doesn't smoke, knock, tick or anything. Honestly to me in stock form comparison the Lm7 to the 5.7 hands down it's the LM7. My 5.7 was in a 99 Tahoe. I think my avalanche would smoke it. Thanks for the feed back.
The North star engine had bad reputation for head bolts pulling out of the aluminum block finally they went to bigger bolts with courser threads solving that problem but not before leaving a trail of disenfranchised customers in its wake .
I get the general idea of the video and own a couple engines on the list...i can't do the AI voice and the fact that the 3800 was never available in the gmt truck line so i don't know if some of this was AI edited together as well
Thanks for the feedback. I agree the list could have been checked better on some engines. Sorry for that! We messed somethings up in our research we try to improve each time and will be improving in to the future 🙏🏼
Good subject matter, but spoiled by the computer-generated narration -- such as "Ford Four Nine L Inline 6" which should have been "Ford Four Point Nine Liter Inline Six", and "Chevy Small Block Five Eight" for "Chevy Small Block Vee Eight." (At least the Chevy engine ID was corrected in the following narration.)
Good point! The small details do matter in these lists. Thanks for pointing out the error, it’s definitely Ford 4.9L Inline 6 and Chevy 5.8L. Appreciate your sharp ear!
thanks for pointing that out! You’re totally right, most of those classic American engines were measured in cubic inches back in the day. We went with liters just to make it a bit easier for a broader audience, but I get where you’re coming from. Appreciate the feedback, and I’ll definitely keep that in mind for the next video!
Come on. If you’re going to use AI to read or write material, at least program it to call the engines the correct name. 7 DOT 3? NO ONE EVER called it by that name. Also, please use correct information. The Northstar was NOT used in the Cadillac Escalade.
Thanks for pointing that out! You're absolutely right-it's the 7.3, not '7 dot 3,' and the Northstar wasn’t used in the Escalade. We appreciate the feedback and will make sure to keep the details accurate!
Good catch on the Barra! Ford definitely made some solid changes overseas with that engine. Would have been interesting to see more of those innovations in the US lineup!
I see some serious problems with this list. The 3.8L…are you kidding me? You had to pour money into that engine to keep it going. Depending on the series you have intake seal failure, upper plenum failure and so many more awesome problems!
Wrong the 3800 is one of the most reliable engines ever made , I still have one , like any car you need to have good preventative maintenance like owners manual say , that engine is one of the longest lasting engines ever made for decades put in many makes and models of cars and trucks
Immagine you live in the Netherlands were a gallon of petroll costs about 10 to 11 Dollar...... Would you want such an engine in your everyday commutercar ? Also for a speedlimit of 65 miles an hour such a monster V8 is pure overkill , completely ridiculous .
North Star was one of the worst ever!!!
This contains a significant error. Although the The 3800 was an EXCELLENT engine, it was NEVER EVER used in the Yukon or any full sized suv.
That was the only engine available in the 2000-2005 Lesabre. I love mine
Ford Windsor V8 (260, 289, 302, 351)
The 200ci wasn’t to bad either.
I got 535,000 miles out of a 1981, E150, 300, stick OD, with regular oil changes. Never tore it down.
535,000 miles on a Ford E150 is impressive! Regular oil changes really do make a difference. Ford’s 300 engine is definitely one of the most durable out there.
I have a 300 currently sitting on an engine stand that lived through an F-150 and a Bronco until roads salt ate them. It still ran so well that I just couldn’t scrap it, and I may be putting it in a Bullnose F-150 I’m building. Either that or a 7.3 International/PowerStoke that I also have. Either would be good choices.
@@ponycar351w I would go with the 300-6, Lots of torque and way better gas mileage, I love the 300-6. Best engine I ever had besides the 350 vortec which I have now in a 99 Tahoe, It has over 300,000 on it and wont quit! The 7.3 is a long lasting beast too!
They never put the 3800 in a pickup truck or an SUV! The 4.3L was installed in them....
What about the Chrysler slant six and AMC 4.0 L six
Great picks! The Chrysler Slant Six and AMC 4.0 are definitely legendary in their own right. I almost included them
Almost included them ? Evidently your not old enough to have the pleasure of owning them ! The 318 is extremely durable @@SUVBeyond
He said the top seven not the top 12
The AMC was a 4.2. The later 4.0 was renix that made it for Chrysler. The 4.2 crank will fit in a 4.0 and make a nice stroker though.
Amen
North star lmao and it was number 1. Did Cadillac pay for this video or something cause that engine sucked in every way possible. Leaked oil from new hard to work on and I don't know of anybody who would put that pos in a custom car or truck.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! The Northstar engine has had its share of mixed reviews, especially regarding the oil leakage issue you mentioned. However, many owners have also praised its performance and durability under certain conditions. The goal of this video was to highlight engines that have been recognized for reliability by different groups over time, but we appreciate your feedback and will consider it for future content. Every engine has its strengths and weaknesses, and it’s great to hear different perspectives!
@@SUVBeyondThe Northstar has made many “engines to avoid “ lists. It had great performance. But it was famous for leaking oil, burning oil, and overheating and blowing head gaskets. Of course there are some examples of them lasting a long time, that’s not its reputation. It’s known to be fragile. Performance is great. Durability… not so much.
@@SUVBeyondWhen was the Northstar used in the Escalade?
It’s more funny when you realize that the Northstar was NOT used in the Cadillac Escalade. Where is the AI getting its information?
Remove the Northstar from this list 10:37 and put Chrysler slant 6 225 cid in its place. Than I will agree with this list. The Northstar with its head bolt problems was a disappointment.
The northstar engines were plagued with head gasket problems that caused many Cadillac buyers to switch over to Lincoln. That engine should not be in this list. They came up with a fix for it later but it wasn't a reliable engine at all.
Northstar ??? WTF
Too many mistakes in this video.
Thanks for the feedback! Can you point out which parts you think need correction? Always looking to improve!
@@SUVBeyond several small misleading visuals (like for the Ford 4.9 [300] showing a 66-77 Bronco while saying the 300 was in it - it wasnt - it was in the 78+ large Broncos but not the earlier ones. Only the 170 and 200 i6's, 225 dauntless v6 and 289 and 302 v8s were in that Bronco...
The Chevy 350 (also 283, 302, 327) was called the Chevy '5.8' in video when it was a 5.7liter nomenclature all its life when the switch went from cubic inches to liters in the late 70s/80s (the Ford 351 was billed as the 5.8)
Northstar was a disaster engine very poor head/bolt retention early and massive oil leaks from all models. It's definitely not a winner engine. You went from reliability to "performance luxury" about this engine
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Great points, and I really appreciate you catching those details! You’re absolutely right about the Ford 4.9 and the 66-77 Broncos-they didn’t have the 300, and I should have clarified it was the larger Broncos from ‘78 onwards. Same goes for the Chevy 350, which was always referred to as a 5.7L, not a 5.8L-definitely a mix-up on my part there.
And regarding the Northstar engine, you’re not wrong. It was known for its head bolt and oil leak issues, which really impacted its reputation despite its performance ambitions. Thanks again for this thorough breakdown-it really helps me improve the content!
@@SUVBeyond Im not sweating it - just Im assuming thats what previous poster was thinking maybe hahaha - all good!
Chevrolet 5.8 ?? However, about a 5.7
New SBC ARE THROW AWAYS !!
Cost a fortune to maintain and can not be rebuilt 2 or 3 times like the 1950's and 60's engines.
Stop drinking the kool aide and look at the facts not your opinions.
There is a lot of good information in this video, but also a few problems. First and foremost the AI narration sucks. Second, there is no way anyone who knows engines would list the Northstar as reliable! They were technologically advanced and powerful for their time, but reliability was absolutely not something associated with them. There are also issues with where some of the engines were allegedly used, for example the GM 3800 was never used in full size trucks.
Fun fact, the LS really looks like a reworked Ford Y-block. Looking at the block and head geometry, there are way more similarities than differences, to the point that some GM guys have mistaken pictures of Y-block heads as LS heads.
I’ve had three of these engines, and they were great. I had a 3300 (smaller displacement version of the 3800) in a Cutlass Cierra, a 300 (the original designation for the 4.9L) that powered a Bronco and then an F-150 (and is still sitting on an engine stand until I put it in something else), until WI road salt ate both vehicles. I currently have a ‘97 F-350 crew cab dually with a 7.3 that we use among other things to pull our 33 foot 5th wheel camper, which has gone from southeastern Wisconsin to places like Kentucky and Texas and back.
My 2000 7.3 power stroke has been great for me 247,000 miles on it, only needed a water pump, besides regular maintenance, even has the same auto transmission.
They didn't put a 3800 engine in a tahoe. Need to do your homework fellow.
Mopar 225 slant 6, 318, Cummins 5.9???
All great engines! The Cummins 5.9 is a beast, and the Slant 6 has a huge following. Hard to fit all the legends in one list, what makes these your top picks?
@@SUVBeyond The slant six was in production from 1959-2000 . 41 years. Mabey not the most powerful engine ever made but the subject of this vid was "Reliability"
Apparently this was just a ford and gm engine video@paulbryan3909
@SUVBeyond the 318 was actually nicknamed Old Reliable. The Leaning Tower of Power was unbreakable and there are tons of 1,000,000 mile 5.9 Cummins out there.
The Northstar V8 was one of the MOST GARBAGE ENGINES produced Ever!!!!
I'm a GM guy and I'd vote for the Ford 5.0L from the mid 80s over that crappy Northstar v8
The Northstar definitely had its share of issues, especially with the early models. The Ford 5.0L from the ‘80s was a solid engine, no doubt! It’s always interesting to see how these engine debates shake out among car enthusiasts.
What about the 5.9 cummins diesel. ???
Err the 7.2 Ford/International diesel?
im surprised he didn't say 6.0 powerstroke 😂
My 300 straight 6 in my 1965 Ford truck was bullet proof all i needed to do was change the valve seats for unleaded gas also the 460pi in my 74 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT was a beast loved them both till the bodies rusted away
That 300 straight-six engine is legendary for its reliability! And the 460pi had some serious power too. It’s a shame that body rust often outlasts the engines in those old trucks.
I got 310,000 mi as we speak on my 01 F150 4.6 and it shows no signs of stopping I drive it everyday back and forth to work I've had it for 13 years and I'm still going with it
That's awesome! 310,000 miles and still going strong is incredible-sounds like your F150 is a true testament to durability! It’s amazing how these trucks can keep running for so long with proper maintenance. Thanks for sharing your experience, it’s always inspiring to hear about vehicles like yours that just don’t quit! Keep driving it-here’s to many more miles ahead!
You had my interest until you included the northstar. I got so sick of wiping up oil from the garage floor for 30 years (multiple cars) I switched to Toyota. Since then my mechanic is a total stranger.
Totally get where you’re coming from-the Northstar has its quirks for sure! But it still earned a spot for its innovation at the time. Glad to hear Toyota’s been treating you well! What model are you driving now?
The top spots on this list should be : Dodge Cummins diesel and the Ford 7.3 diesel
I had the tahoe S10 1989 pickup 4 by 4. I loved that trucķ. It had the 4.3 liter know that was a magical setup ìn my opinion . We had the first year Ford ranger that was garbage, but the following rangers in the late 80s were great. You couldn't give me a north star engine too much trouble.
May the good Lord bless everyone 🙏 ❤
The 4.3 was a cut down from the 5.3 and the 5.7, one of the greatest engines of all time. I have a 99 tahoe with the 5.7 vortec in it. I cant kill it, It just wants to go go go! 303,000 on it.
I’m glad I stumbled upon this channel I just subscribed THANKS!!!
What about the V6 4.3 liter as a spin off of the GM V8, my 1991 S10 still going strong today as just gave it to my younger brother to drive until the body gives out. So parts are getting hard to find like heater parts as the engine these parts are easy to find as the only engine parts I had to replace was 2 alternators, 1 gas tank, 1 key cylinder. Also batteries, and brakes over the years, own it from 1998 until 2024.
buy a body and keep it, the 4.3 will never die with correct maintinence! rock solid engines!
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The straight 6 and the flat head straight 8 from Buick and dodge is king
I'm a 7.3 guy, but what about a 5.9 Cummins, the 12 valve version is really good too.
Now if ford got off its ass and casted a 7.3 inline 6 they'd have a gem
318/360 la Mopar V8
💯 one of my favorite V8 engines. Magnum versions are extremely reliable. Simple with no EGR, really reliable fuel injection design, and ignition system. IMO The best design late model design of the old pushrod V8 from the 50-60s
I have a 99 Chevy Tahoe 1500K with the vortec 5.7 and 3/4 ton tow package, stock...in it. I pull, tow, haul heavy things and I cant kill it, 303,000 miles and dont burn or leak anything, It just wants to go go go!
See thats what we like 🔥 just a proper engine that keeps going without issues! Thanks for sharing your story
What crap this video is! AI can’t figure out how to say 4.9L & the Northstar doesn’t belong on this list!
The Northstar was a great engine, until they shortened the headbolts and started cheapiing out on a lot of other things. 97, and up were complete garbage. IT was a shame, really
@@kennyried8650- I wouldn’t touch a Northstar with a 10 ft pole! Everyone I’ve known that had one, had it go belly up! JUNK!
The 5.9 Cummins should have definitely been on this list. Not only in trucks but also tons of heavy equipment. And the 7.3 is not a ford motor it is a navistar motor. “International “. 444
Great points! The 5.9 Cummins is a beast and definitely deserves recognition. And you're right about the 7.3-thanks for pointing that out, it's technically an International/Navistar engine. Appreciate the input!
Beg to differ the 7.3L Godzilla V-8, 445 ci was and is a Ford motor
That’s true but we are talking about the 7.3 power stroke.
You forgot the 4.6 litre Lincoln DOHC V-8 that was installed in the Mark Viii from 1993-1998. It was a 32 Valve All Aluminum engine that could out perform AND out last any 4.6 Ford 2 Valve. Believe me, I have owned both of these engines.
You also forgot the Chrysler slant six.
Didn't know i was watching a comedy show until you announced the #1 spot....... good one i was laughing so hard i peed a little 😅
4.6 Ford Engine
Nice choice! The Ford 4.6 has a solid reputation. Did you ever own a car with the 4.6, or is it your dream engine for a future build?
I have one on my 97 F150 268,000 and Still smooth as a Top !! 😊👍🏻
The 4.6 is absolutely underrated bulletproof runs forever and LOVES turbos, superchargers, or nitrous!!!!!
@@SUVBeyondI think about it often! It's lower compression adds longevity and a huge potential for turbocharging!!!
Got a 2011 last year 4.6 was made in Mercury Marquis with 80k miles. A weak 266 but solid
I had a Northstar engine in my 2006 Cadillac Xlr-v and it made 435 hp and it beat 500 to 600 hp cars no problem!!!!!
That’s awesome! The Northstar engine in the XLR-V is definitely underrated. Beating 500-600 hp cars shows how well it performs with its power-to-weight ratio and torque delivery. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I would trust the three twenty seven chevy the best motor made in the world!!!
It was toooo good , that was the problem !!
I'll see your 327 and raise you 19 cubic inches, with its descendant, the 346-ci LS-1. And add the rest of the LS-series engines, which all harken back to your beloved 327.
Chevy small block made "up to 255 HP"? My 69 Impala came with a 300 HP 350.
VW 1600, never had a water pump issue.
List wasn't to bad until the blown head gasket star. For starters, where's the starter? In the V under the intake. That's a pricey replacement bill. Next the self removing head bolts, due to a lack of theeads.
What about the new 6.0 Chevy Silverado! Lq4 or lq9 !! I have a 2006 2500hd with 340k on it! Still runs great
The GM 3.8 is so tough that it came with optional high performance superchargers which are easy to add tons of power to. Simply by a small pulley swap!! For the price, you can not beat it.😁😁⚡
Glad to hear you’re a fan of the GM 3.8! That supercharger setup is definitely impressive for the price and ease of tuning. It’s hard to beat that kind of power potential with just a pulley swap! 💪⚡
Yes sir! it was a wicked setup.
What the hell the only actual industrial engine ever installed in a consumer product and you left it out!? Cummins 12 valve in-line six-cylinder diesel engine VE pump or P pump absolutely unstoppable!!!! The 6BT motor is the best and most durable engine you could ever put in a vehicle!!!!
You’re absolutely right! The Cummins 12-valve 6BT is an absolute legend and a beast of an engine. It’s crazy durable, and both the VE and P-pump setups have their fans for good reason. I definitely should have mentioned it-thanks for calling it out! What’s your experience with the 6BT? I'd love to hear how it's performed for you!
My dad's 2000 1500 single cab chevy silverado has 888,567 miles on it
Wow, that’s incredible! Almost 900,000 miles on a 2000 Chevy Silverado-sounds like it’s been an absolute beast! Thanks for sharing that, your dad’s truck is a great example of how reliable these engines can be.
And still runs good thanks for the reply
5.7. Which is Chevy 350.
@@billydoyle9984 5.3
@@billydoyle9984 5.3
The three eighteen straight 6 was my baby. You could spit a mouth full of gas and ride forever LOVED IT 😍
there was no 318 straight 6
@@mickeythompson1562 well I had one. It was a E150 with four on the floor and it had the 318 straight 6. It was a 1988 Ford van
@@justplainducky Again, there was no 318 straight 6 from Ford
The slant 6 was an inline 225 CI engine! Had a few, good engines, not the powerhouse but got me around.
@@mickeythompson1562 Where do they find these idiots? It only was one mopar slant 6, the 225 laid bank version. good engines..
7dot3ell?
7.3 no emissions
I've owned four diesel pickups a 7.3 non aspirated diesel, Cummins 24 valve, with over 320,000 miles, Ford Power Stroke 6.0, with over 320,000 miles and my must recent a Ford Power Stroke 6.7 with proper maintenance they were good engines, the 2012, 24 valve Cummins clocked over 300,000, The I just purchased a 2012 Ford with the 6.7 I think Ford has come up with a winner with this one, some things also that we need to notice is that diesel fuel is not what it used to be, we do not get the fuel mileage out of diesel fuel that we use to and when they lowered the lubrication in diesel fuel a lot of high pressure fuel problems started,.
4.6 litre ford is the best on the list
If I was going to buy a Ford truck it would definitely have the 7.3 diesel engine in it. If I was buying a performance car then I would definitely want the 350 cubic inch Chevrolet motor
Northstar #1? Wut? Y"all need to do some fact checking, and add the right pics with descriptions.
Ford 5.0 and the 300 slant 6 are my fav
Great picks! The Ford 5.0 is a solid performer, and the 300 slant 6 is known for its bulletproof reliability. Two classics that definitely deserve respect!
Don't you mean the 302 the 5.0 was the mustang 5.0 that came with the 302 and 302 boss
the 300 is not a slant six
@@mickeythompson1562Only if you broke a motor mount
@@johnlennon8653 Yes true, and I've done that!
That S10 was a hot little number it left fast
I’ve own this engines, I know what they can do
That’s great! Experience with these engines really tells you a lot about their real-world performance. What did you find to be the strongest point of the ones you owned?
The Cadillac Northstar engine ? Junk. Yeah we give you a smooth ride for about 40,000 miles !!! Any better open your wallet in your bank account !!!
I hear you on the Cadillac Northstar! It’s disappointing when an engine that should last longer gives up after only 40,000 miles. Do you think it’s the design or the materials that make it a “junk” engine? I’d love to know more about your thoughts on it!
3800 was never in most of what pictures you showed and fords 4.9 is awesome. We call it a 300
The AI voice is acceptable, but the reading word for word and letter for letter is annoying. "four six ell two valve vee eight". Nobody calls the 300 - 6 a "four, nine ell". Finally, when the voice called a "V8" a "five eight" because it assumed the V was a roman numeral, I was done.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I totally get what you mean-some of those pronunciations can be frustrating. I’ll keep that in mind for future videos. Do you have a preferred text-to-speech program that you think does a better job? I’d love to hear your recommendations!
Was this the best text-to-speech program you could find? Pitiful!
Thanks for your feedback! I’m always looking to improve the content, including the text-to-speech quality. What would you like to see in future videos? Your input really helps!
Ai doesnt know that "it" repeates itself.😅
The small block made a hell of a lot more hp than 255!!!
Any engine that runs 200.000 miles has my vote, 7.3 4.6 & 4.9 the engine’s in my car and pickups, 4.6 chain broke and lost oil presser running 75 80 mph, My Lincoln May be tossed
Chevys and Fords what about the mighty MoPars of Chrysler?
The mopar 3.8L V6 is more reliable than the GM 3800. The 3800 had lots of issues with intake gaskets and cooling system failures. The GM 3800 is a stout engine with cheap parts bolted to it. The amount of dodge caravans driving around with 300k plus hard miles on them. Would shock people. Worked in shops for 12 years.
Feckin Mopar haters. The 225 slant 6, and the 318 LA v8 were both bulletproof.
Which American engine do you think is the most iconic ? Comment your favorite engine below!
The ls series
3800 by. ,. Ford 300 I 6 ,. Mopar 225 slant six. ,. 318 Mopar,. 350 Chevy, 501 V8. &. 472. Both Cadillac. I may be leaving 1 or 2 out.
first time I have ever heard of a 7 dot 3. is it kin to the 7 point 3 ?
Haha 😅
There other good engines like the straight 6 in 1990s jeeps, the Ford 460 and 429.
I had a 460 in a mercury wagon 1977 era hauled ass
Could not pass a gas station
Very thirsty . Due to my lead foot .
@@patrickcoughlin-qj9uk That is my problem too. The 460 puts out alot of power and they can be even bored out. In my truck. I have a 460 with a 750 holley. Even when I am driving properly , I still can not pass a gas station. Unfortunately, gas has gone way out of reach today, not like when these older cars and trucks were built .
I guess we will all be talking like robots soon!
Jeep 4.0 liter inline 6 should be on this list.
1. Mid 70's Mercedes Benz 240D Diesel engine. Inline 4 avarage miles 1 million. Most miles 2.8 million miles. 2. 1980's through 2002 Mercedes Benz 6 cylinder diesel engine. Are known to reach and exceed. The 1 million mile mark.
The 3800 engine in my dads 80s toranodo was replaced once first engine got two timing chains about 80 thousand miles apart and the heads had to be fixed.then the engine was replaced after once again it failed .the timing chains in those were supposed to be replaced every 60k so i don't know how that is being reliable.
The 3800 engine is a very good engine and reliable engine. It sounds like lack of routine maintenance or defective parts.
Hard on the engines are we !
The Northstar engine series doesn't belong in this rating video! Repairs often exceed the value of any of the Cadillacs or Oldsmobile cars it was placed into. Blown head gaskets and several other issues plagued this engine!!
Four, nine, el?! Clearly, AI isn't ready to take over the world just yet.
@@nematode9223 , I call them the stupid Ai. They don't have emotions, so they don't get offended.
The gm truck and suv didn’t have the 3.8 in 95 they used the 4.3 vortec
Let's not forget about G.M's gen. 3 LM7!!
Great point! The LM7 is a solid engine and definitely deserves recognition. Do you have any favorites from the Gen III lineup?
@SUVBeyond : not really sure on all the gen 3 motors from G.M. when I got my 03 avalanche, that's when I started learning about the 3rd gen lm7. Prior to that was always the 5.7 from G.M which were also super reliable.
@@brianflowers6079 Yeah, the 5.7 was a beast! It’s cool how the LM7 came along and kept that GM reliability going strong. How’s your Avalanche holding up with the LM7? Would love to hear how it compares to your experience with the 5.7!
Well my LM7 has a little over 144,000 miles on it. Runs great still super strong despite the fact it was made in Mexico. Doesn't smoke, knock, tick or anything. Honestly to me in stock form comparison the Lm7 to the 5.7 hands down it's the LM7. My 5.7 was in a 99 Tahoe. I think my avalanche would smoke it. Thanks for the feed back.
The North star engine had bad reputation for head bolts pulling out of the aluminum block finally they went to bigger bolts with courser threads solving that problem but not before leaving a trail of disenfranchised customers in its wake .
I get the general idea of the video and own a couple engines on the list...i can't do the AI voice and the fact that the 3800 was never available in the gmt truck line so i don't know if some of this was AI edited together as well
Thanks for the feedback. I agree the list could have been checked better on some engines. Sorry for that! We messed somethings up in our research we try to improve each time and will be improving in to the future 🙏🏼
@@SUVBeyond I appreciate that... As a 15 year auto tech and a fellow RUclipsr ( this isn't my main channel) just trying to help out a bit!
North Star V8 ??? You've got to be kidding.
The Northstar is #1??!!! You should have released this on April Fool’s Day.😂🤣😂
3800 V6 was great til series 3, Then head gaskets and new junk plastic intake gaskets became problems. Had a Lucerne that failed at 75K miles.
5.7 Tundra
The 265 v8 was the best for 5he money.
Ford 5.0 should have made it
5.9 Cummins 12 valve in dodge 2500's
Yep a few issues with this video, Ford 4.9 six has pictures of v8’s and a picture of a Aussie Barra??
Good subject matter, but spoiled by the computer-generated narration -- such as "Ford Four Nine L Inline 6" which should have been "Ford Four Point Nine Liter Inline Six", and "Chevy Small Block Five Eight" for "Chevy Small Block Vee Eight." (At least the Chevy engine ID was corrected in the following narration.)
Good point! The small details do matter in these lists. Thanks for pointing out the error, it’s definitely Ford 4.9L Inline 6 and Chevy 5.8L. Appreciate your sharp ear!
Ford Mustang Coyote
being rebuilt 3 or 4 times does not count
😂😂
All of your information is false. None of these engines were ever made to be spoken of in liters. Their cubic inch. That’s what made them so tough.
thanks for pointing that out! You’re totally right, most of those classic American engines were measured in cubic inches back in the day. We went with liters just to make it a bit easier for a broader audience, but I get where you’re coming from. Appreciate the feedback, and I’ll definitely keep that in mind for the next video!
so an engine is tough if you say how many cu in ; and not liters ? what you been sniffing lol
Come on. If you’re going to use AI to read or write material, at least program it to call the engines the correct name. 7 DOT 3? NO ONE EVER called it by that name. Also, please use correct information. The Northstar was NOT used in the Cadillac Escalade.
Thanks for pointing that out! You're absolutely right-it's the 7.3, not '7 dot 3,' and the Northstar wasn’t used in the Escalade. We appreciate the feedback and will make sure to keep the details accurate!
7 Dot 3 😢 😮
@@BillieWilliams-l6m 🥲🥲
Mentions Ford never made many changes, 0.45 picture of Barra with high mount turbo.
Good catch on the Barra! Ford definitely made some solid changes overseas with that engine. Would have been interesting to see more of those innovations in the US lineup!
I see some serious problems with this list. The 3.8L…are you kidding me? You had to pour money into that engine to keep it going. Depending on the series you have intake seal failure, upper plenum failure and so many more awesome problems!
Sorry!
Wrong the 3800 is one of the most reliable engines ever made , I still have one , like any car you need to have good preventative maintenance like owners manual say , that engine is one of the longest lasting engines ever made for decades put in many makes and models of cars and trucks
@@SUVBeyond why are you saying sorry?
@@toms.4178 , he/she/ it says sorry because he/she/ it's an Ai.
My coyote is the best 420,000 luv it
sheesh that awesome to hear
FORD 4.6 POS HEAD GASKETS SPARKPLUGS
Immagine you live in the Netherlands were a gallon of petroll costs about 10 to 11 Dollar......
Would you want such an engine in your everyday commutercar ?
Also for a speedlimit of 65 miles an hour such a monster V8 is pure overkill , completely ridiculous .
What about chevy duramax 6.6 diesel engine? The North Star engine was the worst.
Get your facts straight before putting a video online please
Thanks for the feedback! If something was off, feel free to share. We're always looking to improve!
all ford and chevy seriously
Appreciate your comment! We focused on some well-known engines for this list, but there are definitely other great ones out there too.
The video is also narrative by AI. 4 L inline six. = 4 Litre inline six.
3800 v6 in a yukon or suburban/tahoe? Nope. Never was used in either.
I never saw a 3.8 gm v6 in a truck. Only the 4.3 I bet this video was made by AI