valve spring question
valve spring question A buddy of mine has a 1994 iron head LT1 that he's rebuilding and was wondering if LS1 valvesprings would work on his motor rebuild. Anyone here happen to know if this is possible? Thanks
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Beehive style springs are used on SBC heads, I have CC 918 on my LT4 heads. He'll have to get the required retainers and locks from comp because far as I know the valve stem diameters are different then the LS1.
Originally Posted by sssalah
Beehive style springs are used on SBC heads, I have CC 918 on my LT4 heads. He'll have to get the required retainers and locks from comp because far as I know the valve stem diameters are different then the LS1.
I know exactly who your friend is as he asked these questions on the two main Impala boards and frankly just doesn't like the answers he is getting. I will be able to try a stock LS1 spring in an iron LT1 head in the next few days, BUT he is going to a larger than stock cam so even IF they fit I highly doubt they will be suitable for the new cam.
I have explained the valve stem diameter, retainer and lock requirements and the differnces in intended install height and I had him understanding till one ignorant guy told him that the diameter and lock angle differences didn't matter. This is beginning to look like "you can lead a horse to water.........................."
I have explained the valve stem diameter, retainer and lock requirements and the differnces in intended install height and I had him understanding till one ignorant guy told him that the diameter and lock angle differences didn't matter. This is beginning to look like "you can lead a horse to water.........................."
