But I would replace both the cam gear and the crank gear also.
LS2 Timing chain - anything else needed?
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Racer
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LS2 Timing chain - anything else needed?
Hey guys,
I want to replace my stock timing chain with an LS2 version. Will it fit the stock LS1 sprockets? Will I have any problem with the cover fitting?
Thanks,
Matt
I want to replace my stock timing chain with an LS2 version. Will it fit the stock LS1 sprockets? Will I have any problem with the cover fitting?
Thanks,
Matt
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Racer
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LS1 chains have been known to fail and cause much more than just a broken chain (smashed valves, bent push rods, bent rods, etc). I am just looking for some security since I will be throwing a blower on soon. I will be sending Gene a message in a few!
Thanks Bob!
Thanks Bob!
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Racer
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To my knowlege the LS2 is beefier than the LS6. Here is a ccomparison of the LS1 and LS2:
http://texas-speed.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=620
http://texas-speed.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=620
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To my knowlege the LS2 is beefier than the LS6. Here is a ccomparison of the LS1 and LS2:
http://texas-speed.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=620
http://texas-speed.com/shop/item.asp?itemid=620
When I had my engine build, initially I was going with the LS6 also, but Futral Motorsports, recommended the LS2.
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St. Jude Donor '03
The OE LS6 chain was the same as the LS1...but about 4 years ago, the beefier LS2 chain superceded all of them as the stock replacement part for all gen3/4 LS engines.
You don't NEED to replace the sprockets, the chain is the same length/pitch...but if your stock parts show any wear, it would be a good idea to renew them.
You don't NEED to replace the sprockets, the chain is the same length/pitch...but if your stock parts show any wear, it would be a good idea to renew them.
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St. Jude Donor '08
If you are looking for some extra insurance might want to check out the katech C5 timing chain. Same one they used on the C5R race cars. Never broke a chain. More costly but may be worth it.
Might also want to consider installing a timing chain tensioner. Bill Curlee put up a good post on this subject.
Might also want to consider installing a timing chain tensioner. Bill Curlee put up a good post on this subject.
