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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 04:42 PM
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well, its about that time for me to get my h/c package from tsp, and theres a choice to updgrade to a double adj chain for $120. i was wondering if its worth it? im getting the ls6 stage 1 or 2.5 with a custom cam. wondering if the chain will help tune etc therefore making more power.
on a budget so of course im wanting to know if i should save up just a tad more and take the plunge
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 09:43 PM
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Just on heads and cam setups a single LS2 chain setup is plenty. On most double chain applications you have to space the oil pump and timing cover for clearance. And often machine .300 off the balancer for clearance. Not worth the trouble iam only letting you know because i just got an IWIS rollmaster double setup and everyone on here advises agianst it. Just my two cents.
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 09:46 PM
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+1...ls2 timing chain is good.
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Old Mar 23, 2010 | 11:03 PM
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how many miles or did I miss that
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The LS2 chain can be run on factory gears if you like. You can also go with a single chain set that will come with gears as well. Either one should be fine. The double chain won't pick up any power but are a little stronger. For your combo, you will be fine either way.

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thanks for your help.
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I have the LS2 Chain, it's working well.
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Old Mar 24, 2010 | 06:45 PM
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Not tyring to hijack, but what are the advatages of switching to an LS2 chain over stock?

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Old Mar 24, 2010 | 10:22 PM
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by what im searching and reading so far, just more beefy lol
no power gain or anything
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It's stronger..alot stronger. That and for $50 it's a pretty good price.

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Originally Posted by Jon@Texas-Speed
The LS2 chain can be fun on factory gears if you like. You can also go with a single chain set that will come with gears as well. Either one should be fine. The double chain won't pick up any power but are a little stronger. For your combo, you will be fine either way.

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What's meant by it "can be more fun" on factory gears. I now understand that it is stronger, but does it have any other characteristics except strength.

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What's meant by it "can be more fun" on factory gears. I now understand that it is stronger, but does it have any other characteristics except strength.

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Probaby a typo...I'll bet he meant "run"
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Old Mar 25, 2010 | 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by getsomz29
Probaby a typo...I'll bet he meant "run"

Yes he meant run and you can use the beefier LS2 chain without the expense or hassle of swapping out the gear. IIRC I only paid $38 for my LS2 chain 2 years ago from SDPC...
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another alternative is the adjustable single setup Yank has. 85 bucks shipped.
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what does it do exactly?
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Old Mar 26, 2010 | 09:34 AM
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haha... I just have been thinking about the weekend on that post. I meant run not fun.

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LS2 that's what I got you should be fine.....
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