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How much rwhp can a stock ls6 timing chain hold?

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Old 06-26-2006, 11:20 AM
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Default How much rwhp can a stock ls6 timing chain hold?
Yeah I was wondering this.
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Old 06-26-2006, 11:27 AM
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I really think it matters how much spring pressure we're talking about, that's what really murders timing chains is the resistance, especially if there is any play in the chain/sprockets.
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hmmm. I am running a magic stick 3 cam...
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If youre in the area, it would be silly not to change out the timing chain to the stronger ls2 chain. A lot of people run magic sticks and TRex cams with teh ls2 chain.
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I already had a shop do the cam install. I was just wondering if I would be ok with my stock ls6 one.
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Well, Its no guarantee, but youll probably be fine. If its a stock drop in LS1 spring, chances are you arent running more than 350# springs anyway.
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I have prc dual springs....
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