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Old 05-11-2019, 05:02 PM
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There seems to be uncertain or conflicting info out there.

LS2 block....new to me around 2013-2014 or so, brand new at some point before that.

CH-23 seems to be the most common part number for LS2, although some also say CH-25 for the 6.0 LS2 ( and other variants too )

My previous LS2 engine had the narrow CH-23. I've just taken this newer block apart and it has the wider cam bearings fitted which would suggest CH-25 sizes. Whether the block supplier fitted these or GM...I do not know.

Although there are conflicting numbers quoted for the measurements of the 2 sets of bearings. Some with different diameters for differing positions, some almost the same....WTF.

I removed the rearmost position bearing, and there are no part numbers on the bearing.
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The wider cam bearings were for the vvt setup as they produced more load on the front of the cam.
You can use either but i like the wider ones because, why not?
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The #'s 1 & 5 bearings O.D.s are 2.3260" , the #'s 2 & 4 bearings O.D.'s are 2.3161" and the # 3 bearing O.D. is 2.3063"
Or at least I think I have the correct dimensions here. Basically 3 different sizes of bearings. This is why folks that try to line hone the cam tunnel, usually end up with spun cam bearings.
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I agree, I'd rather have the wider bearings, especially as that was what was in there.

However some listings with dimensions seem to state slightly different numbers, and some also seem to mix up the sizing for holes 1/5 and 2/4 which doesnt help selection.
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There are only 2 options. Ch23 or ch25. Period. For an ls2 block. Ch25 are wide. Youre getting hung up on something that isn't even sn issue. You want wide you get ch25
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Originally Posted by tech@WS6store
There are only 2 options. Ch23 or ch25. Period. For an ls2 block. Ch25 are wide. Youre getting hung up on something that isn't even sn issue. You want wide you get ch25
I'm getting hung up on the fact that sellers of these items are offering dimensions which can only be incorrect in terms of diameters and where they are supposed to fit.

Some are even stating dimensions for positions 2/4, which should clearly be positions 1/5

And many sites that sell bearings for these engines...do not even list CH25 as a fitment, including your own website.

When I'm looking to buy parts from half way around the world...it's nice to be sure you're getting what you want and is needed.
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You cant get hung up on them. Ch23 or ch25. Thats it. Period. No other options. You want the wider its 25. Std width 23.


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