Just picked up my 6.0 what else..
02-09-2011, 10:14 AM
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Just picked up my 6.0 what else.. I just picked up a 6.0 and just want to get everything That I will need to drop it in... I will be using ls6 heads once I get em ls6 intake my ls1 oil pan.. Ls1 drive acc.. Just wondering whatelse I will need which head gaskets? 6.0 or 5.7? I will be using ac delco parts so if u have part # that helps.... Thanks in advance...
02-09-2011, 11:01 AM
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You need to use head gaskets for at least a 4" bore. You should look into picking up a set of GM 6.2L 5 layer MLS gaskets. You also need new head bolts, you didn't mention that. As you stated you need to swap the oil pan, pick up tube, windage tray, and dipstick from your LS1 along with all the front acc's. Since the heads are coming off and LS6 heads are going on, there is no better time to install a cam...
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You need to use head gaskets for at least a 4" bore. You should look into picking up a set of GM 6.2L 5 layer MLS gaskets. You also need new head bolts, you didn't mention that. As you stated you need to swap the oil pan, pick up tube, windage tray, and dipstick from your LS1 along with all the front acc's. Since the heads are coming off and LS6 heads are going on, there is no better time to install a cam...
02-09-2011, 01:35 PM
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Good point. I've actually used two different iron blocks and had the LS1 front acc's without tapping additional holes. As long as you use the little L-bracket for the back of the alt. I had one go over 50k miles like that without a single issue. But adding the additonal hole is a better idea I agree.
02-10-2011, 06:21 PM
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What kind of cam do u suggest? It's my daily so I wanna keep it moderate but still wanna see a power gain... What kind of springs would I need also.. Thanks for reminding me about the alternator bracket!!! Headbolts for an ls or truck are they the same???
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02-11-2011, 11:17 AM
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All pre-'04 blocks need the head bolt set with long and short bolts. '04+ blocks need the set with all short bolts.
As for your cam, the term streetable is a relative term. But I would recommend getting a cam in the low 230's duration. Something like the Torquer 2 or the Futral F13.
As for your cam, the term streetable is a relative term. But I would recommend getting a cam in the low 230's duration. Something like the Torquer 2 or the Futral F13.
