LS1 Timing Chain Tensioner/ Guide
LS1 Timing Chain Tensioner/ Guide I have an LS1 Block Dated mid 97 with provisions for the timing chain dampener. But most don't. There are two bolt holes located above the front most main journal.
Does anyone have opinions on this part?
Doesn't the Ls2's have this?
Pros & Cons
Why didn't GM used this on Ls1's?
Does anyone have opinions on this part?
Doesn't the Ls2's have this?
Pros & Cons
Why didn't GM used this on Ls1's?
Last edited by MAD_RACING; Jan 18, 2009 at 01:24 AM. Reason: added pic
I have an LS1 Block Dated mid 97 with provisions for the timing chain tensioner. But most don't. There are two bolt holes located above the front most main journal.
Does anyone have opinions on this part?
Doesn't the Ls2's have this?
Pro's & Con's
Why didn't GM used this?
Does anyone have opinions on this part?
Doesn't the Ls2's have this?
Pro's & Con's
Why didn't GM used this?
Here are the LS1/LS6 and LS2 dampers, the LS2 marine engine and LS3 comes with a different variety.
12588670 Timing Chain Damper, Black, LS2, 1.762 Bolt Center
88958607 Timing Chain Damper, Tan, LS1/6, 2.187 Bolt Center
This is a very useful part that helps to reduce timing chain 'whip'.
I only used the photo as a reference. I don't have the part, yet. I actually already have my balancer on. But the motor isn't even in the car yet. So, I was thinking of locating one of these and installing it prior to installing the motor. Why didn't GM used them on LS1's
I only used the photo as a reference. I don't have the part, yet. I actually already have my balancer on. But the motor isn't even in the car yet. So, I was thinking of locating one of these and installing it prior to installing the motor. Why didn't GM used them on LS1's
Good luck finding a the tan version, they have been scarce for a while.
Here's what one member did: https://ls1tech.com/forums/generatio...ls1-block.html
