Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam?
11-23-2001, 07:02 PM
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Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Still undecided with Ls6 01 or 02. The 02 requires valves due to smaller base circle correct? How much more power potential in the 02?
11-23-2001, 09:16 PM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? from what i have read it is not a good idea unless you have the valves. just get one nice loping cam <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0">
11-24-2001, 07:46 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? 
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11-26-2001, 12:04 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? I'll have to agree with Terry on this one. The ls6 cams are pretty lame.
There are SEVERAL grinds that Comp cams offer that are very small, not noticeable, and will make more power than a weakling LS6 cam. They are actually worth the time to install.
Let's see here.....
212/212 .525/.530 115 lsa
Just a wide stab, but that grind or something similar wouldn't even be noticed unless you were looking for it. Very easy on springs, easily ran with stock tuning, and would provide more power all across the board.
Food for the though guys..
Josh
There are SEVERAL grinds that Comp cams offer that are very small, not noticeable, and will make more power than a weakling LS6 cam. They are actually worth the time to install.
Let's see here.....
212/212 .525/.530 115 lsa
Just a wide stab, but that grind or something similar wouldn't even be noticed unless you were looking for it. Very easy on springs, easily ran with stock tuning, and would provide more power all across the board.
Food for the though guys..
Josh
11-26-2001, 02:30 PM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Alright. As much as I appreciate your opinions on the LS6 02 cam, I am searching for direct experience with the cam on the car w/ or without dyno #'s(would be helpful) and or any knowledge on what has to be done in order to run it on our f-bodys.
11-26-2001, 02:33 PM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? [quote]Originally posted by andy98Z:
<strong>Alright. As much as I appreciate your opinions on the LS6 02 cam, I am searching for direct experience with the cam on the car w/ or without dyno #'s(would be helpful) and or any knowledge on what has to be done in order to run it on our f-bodys.</strong><hr></blockquote>
I can't help you with gains and such most people who install this cam don't seem to talk about it much <img src="images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> . However, you'll need just the cam, and 02 LS6 springs to install it. Almost all gaskets on an LS1 can be reused, but it's always a good idea to have a spare set laying around. Other than that, you're good to go.
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<strong>Alright. As much as I appreciate your opinions on the LS6 02 cam, I am searching for direct experience with the cam on the car w/ or without dyno #'s(would be helpful) and or any knowledge on what has to be done in order to run it on our f-bodys.</strong><hr></blockquote>
I can't help you with gains and such most people who install this cam don't seem to talk about it much <img src="images/icons/wink.gif" border="0"> . However, you'll need just the cam, and 02 LS6 springs to install it. Almost all gaskets on an LS1 can be reused, but it's always a good idea to have a spare set laying around. Other than that, you're good to go.
josh
11-26-2001, 02:36 PM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Oooh WAIT!!! I know somebody with the LS6 cam <img src="images/icons/grin.gif" border="0"> .
A guy I know down in southern, GA is running one is his 2001 Firehawk. With the LS6 cam, most of the normal bolt ons, ls6 intake, he was running 109.5 mph traps in an M6.
FWIW, I ran 109 mph with a lid and catback.
A guy I know down in southern, GA is running one is his 2001 Firehawk. With the LS6 cam, most of the normal bolt ons, ls6 intake, he was running 109.5 mph traps in an M6.
FWIW, I ran 109 mph with a lid and catback.
11-26-2001, 06:23 PM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Firehawk 2001, most bolt ons, ls6 intake and Ls6 cam, only runs 109 traps.
Are you saying the cam slows him down. He is probably one of the worst shifters in the state. Dyno #'s would be the key.
Are you saying the cam slows him down. He is probably one of the worst shifters in the state. Dyno #'s would be the key.
11-27-2001, 12:47 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? [quote]Originally posted by andy98Z:
<strong>Firehawk 2001, most bolt ons, ls6 intake and Ls6 cam, only runs 109 traps.
Are you saying the cam slows him down. He is probably one of the worst shifters in the state. Dyno #'s would be the key.</strong><hr></blockquote>
No, I am not saying the cam "slowed" him down. If I remember correctly, he let 3 different people drive his car that night. None of the 3 could run it any better than he could. Needless to say I was very disappointed considering the mods.
After running low 12's backed by 114 mph traps with a STOCK motor, n/a, and some small bolt ons I truely believe this cam is a waste of time. Guy's who can't even get out of the 13's will probably tell you different. It's all in preferance and how you want to spend your time&money. If you feel like facing the trial/error of this cam, go for it man. I wish the best of luck to you. I only speak from what I have seen and done.
Again, good luck....
Josh
<strong>Firehawk 2001, most bolt ons, ls6 intake and Ls6 cam, only runs 109 traps.
Are you saying the cam slows him down. He is probably one of the worst shifters in the state. Dyno #'s would be the key.</strong><hr></blockquote>
No, I am not saying the cam "slowed" him down. If I remember correctly, he let 3 different people drive his car that night. None of the 3 could run it any better than he could. Needless to say I was very disappointed considering the mods.
After running low 12's backed by 114 mph traps with a STOCK motor, n/a, and some small bolt ons I truely believe this cam is a waste of time. Guy's who can't even get out of the 13's will probably tell you different. It's all in preferance and how you want to spend your time&money. If you feel like facing the trial/error of this cam, go for it man. I wish the best of luck to you. I only speak from what I have seen and done.
Again, good luck....
Josh
11-27-2001, 11:53 PM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? I'm off the LS6 cam kick, I haven't turned my back on it but, I was just trying to prove a point, I was taking out S2 cars with my S-0- package, and yes, I still go very quick with the cam to this day 01. Talon with his M6 TA with S1 heads went into the 11's at over 117+ MPH with the 01 cam, I have been experimenting with a few different 218 grinds and it has been alot of fun so far but, on the other side of the coin, we are breaking alot of parts in R&D. I will report back which one I really like. I have another TA thats going together right now and I hope it will run above average for whats done to it, we shall see.
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11-28-2001, 12:19 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Andy,
I know that you dont want to hear it, but dont even waste your time. I at one time wanted an 01 LS6 cam, but realized that I should spend slightly more money on a Comp custom grind and get a decent amt. more power. If you are going to go through the trouble of installing a cam, you might as well get one that will add decent power. Like stated above, 212/212 ~.525" 115LSA will net good results, very noticable over stock cam, but still idle really well
I know that you dont want to hear it, but dont even waste your time. I at one time wanted an 01 LS6 cam, but realized that I should spend slightly more money on a Comp custom grind and get a decent amt. more power. If you are going to go through the trouble of installing a cam, you might as well get one that will add decent power. Like stated above, 212/212 ~.525" 115LSA will net good results, very noticable over stock cam, but still idle really well
11-28-2001, 12:32 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? the LS6 cam isnt a bad cam. it just might not be worth the time or money for the swap. its cheap, but for a little more, you can put a good Comp cam in. BTW, Joe Prince went 11.80's i believe in an A4, stock heads, ls6 intake, no headers.
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11-28-2001, 10:52 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Ryan, I agree here. This whole thing smacks of debates on LS1.com where I always liked oldman buildups and others like 3/4 or bigger race buildups. I still feel that 50% of the members want the oldman build ups. I mean 117 MPH from a stock cam has to mean that this is a good cam? Good compared to a hammer cam? Well maybe not in the 1/4 mile. I would still think there should be a true street section, where things like idle, MPG, flat torque peak, 100,000 mile don't break ANYTHING type stuff. I've told that to Hutch from day one and then to ls1.com. This would solve 50% of the debates. One man's perfect cam is somebody else's dog.
11-28-2001, 11:00 AM
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Re: Anyone in here running 02 LS6 Cam? Louie, good to see you posting here!
Now we can have some more OMC discussions.
'01 LS6 cam pro's and con's:
pro's: dirt cheap, don't need comp 941 springs, no ill driveability side effects, stock idle, and mpg.
con's: There are plenty of streetable aftermarket cams out there that make more power.
Personally I don't see whay anyone would run an '02 LS6 cam over an '01 LS6 cam. The difference in hp is negligable and the '02 cam is much more $$$ as it requires the valves to be changed to the taller ones which are $42 a piece <img src="images/icons/shocked.gif" border="0"> .
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Now we can have some more OMC discussions.
'01 LS6 cam pro's and con's:
pro's: dirt cheap, don't need comp 941 springs, no ill driveability side effects, stock idle, and mpg.
con's: There are plenty of streetable aftermarket cams out there that make more power.
Personally I don't see whay anyone would run an '02 LS6 cam over an '01 LS6 cam. The difference in hp is negligable and the '02 cam is much more $$$ as it requires the valves to be changed to the taller ones which are $42 a piece <img src="images/icons/shocked.gif" border="0"> .
[ November 28, 2001: Message edited by: 2quick4u ]</p>
