Differences in LS2,LS3,LQ4,LQ9 and L92
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Differences in LS2,LS3,LQ4,LQ9 and L92
Can anyone explain what the differences are and which would be the best plateform to start with. Meaning, if one has forged internals and I can get anyone of them around the same prices, maybe that is the one to go with. Or maybe there is more benifit going with X because of the bore size and head options available.
This is going in a 72 Camaro using a carb, but I just want to find out if it is worth paying extra for a L92, when a LQ4 can do the same for less.
Hope this is clear, thanks for the info.
This is going in a 72 Camaro using a carb, but I just want to find out if it is worth paying extra for a L92, when a LQ4 can do the same for less.
Hope this is clear, thanks for the info.
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the biggest thing about starting with an L92/LS3 is you start with better heads, the extra displacement, and an aluminum block. any of those motor can make great power though. How much power are you shooting for? It seems like the L92 and LS3 are just a stones throw away from 500 + HP
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LS2 = aluminum 6.0L
LS3 = aluminum 6.2L bigger, better heads
L92 = alumimum 6.2L truck engine
LQ4 = iron block 6.0L truck engine
LQ9 = iron block 6.0L truck engine, high compression
LS3 = aluminum 6.2L bigger, better heads
L92 = alumimum 6.2L truck engine
LQ4 = iron block 6.0L truck engine
LQ9 = iron block 6.0L truck engine, high compression
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the main differences between those motors is the heads (L92 heads are the more desirable). With the exception of the L92/LY6; which also utilize Variable Valve Timing.... also very desirable
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http://www.camarohomepage.com/ls3/index.htm
Excellent LS3 info page.
Supposedly the LS3 block is REALLY strong, considering its aluminum.
Excellent LS3 info page.
Supposedly the LS3 block is REALLY strong, considering its aluminum.