EdgarB

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Alright guys, I am fixing to get a set of ls6 heads. What all do I need parts wise for the swap? Also if anyone could point me out to a write up that would be great.

Thanks

autogeek23

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this site is your friend

http://ls1howto.com/index.php?article=3

mark21742

What year block are you putting the heads on? That will tell you which type headbolts you will need series 1 has short and long bolts, series 2 has all the same length. Unless you ARP bolts never reuse headbolts.

03Sssnake

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are you just doing the heads, no cam swap? If heads only you will need head gaskets, GM MLS , Cometic etc. New GM head bolts or ARP bolts and I would recommend an ARP M11 thread chaser to clean the head bolt threads in the block, very critical step to spend time on and get right. I would also go ahead and get a new set of lifters and lifter trays (4X) while your at it. Use WD40 and a green SOS pad to clean the block.

great DIY head swap article
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generatio...-corvette.html

USMC5811

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This^^^you might as well upgrade some things while your in there and have the heads of anyways. A cam swap wouldnt be a bad idea either if you have the funds. It will save you work later down the road.

Dont forget a spring compressor if your new heads dont already come assembled.