2001 vs. 2002 LS6 head
2001 vs. 2002 LS6 head What is the difference between a 2001 and 2002+ LS6 (243 casting) head ?
I think the springs are different. Did the light weight valves come out in 2002? Any flow differences?
Thanks.
I think the springs are different. Did the light weight valves come out in 2002? Any flow differences?
Thanks.
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You are right, the light weight weight valves were first used on 02 LS6 heads. A more aggressive cam was also used on the 02 LS6, I am not positive but I think the 02 springs are also different than the 01s. I believe 01 & 02 heads flow the same.
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Originally Posted by Mitch
You are right, the light weight weight valves were first used on 02 LS6 heads. A more aggressive cam was also used on the 02 LS6, I am not positive but I think the 02 springs are also different than the 01s. I believe 01 & 02 heads flow the same.
As the owner of an '01 I can tell you they don't flow the same. The '02 heads are slightly better. If you want to upgrade I wouldn't worry about the minor difference you'd get from the '02 vs. the '01, but if you are looking to upgrade from LS1's I would go for the '02+.
