Would like some advice on the best LS1 setup
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I have a 2002 WS6 with the 347 cid LS1 motor that I purchased with some modifications already having been made to the motor, etc. and I am looking to get you-all's expert opinion on what I currently have in place, and what y'all think i still need and or dont need, take out, swap, etc.
This is what I have:
FAST 102 TB and Intake
COMP Camshaft: 230 / 236 111 lsa .613 Int. / 6.08 Exh.
LS7 Lifters
LS2 Timing Gear
7.45 Chrome Moly / Hardened Pushrods
PRC Dual Valve Springs
Yella Terra Roller Rockers 1.7
GM H.O. Oil Pump
Patriot Coated Long tubes 1 3/4"
High Flow Cats
Y Cut Out
Borla Dual Exhaust
3.73 gears
3000 Stall (this I'm not 100% sure about)![Bang Head](https://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies/LS1Tech/gr_banghead.gif)
I just ordered some TFS 220 Fast as Cast heads from Brian Tooley. I've read wonderful things about his work, and when I call him, he was extremely informative and nice to me considering I'm new to all this and dont have much knowledge pertaining to this stuff just yet. In addition, I shipped Brian my 102 intake to be ported with the heads. I'm really excited to see what power this brings me.
The car like it is made 400 rwhp / 394 ft lbs of torque on a dynojet over at Late Model Racecraft. Not to be rude towards LMR, but I just dont feel like I got a good tune. I would like to get yall's opinion as to where I should bring my car to have the cylinder heads swapped out and get a fresh tune.
Also, I just ordered a 160 deg thermostat due to my car running so hot. When I stop at a light it shoots up to 210...and it's been as high as 214 before.
Any advice as to what I can do to get in the 450 or 460 rwhp range would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
I have a 2002 WS6 with the 347 cid LS1 motor that I purchased with some modifications already having been made to the motor, etc. and I am looking to get you-all's expert opinion on what I currently have in place, and what y'all think i still need and or dont need, take out, swap, etc.
This is what I have:
FAST 102 TB and Intake
COMP Camshaft: 230 / 236 111 lsa .613 Int. / 6.08 Exh.
LS7 Lifters
LS2 Timing Gear
7.45 Chrome Moly / Hardened Pushrods
PRC Dual Valve Springs
Yella Terra Roller Rockers 1.7
GM H.O. Oil Pump
Patriot Coated Long tubes 1 3/4"
High Flow Cats
Y Cut Out
Borla Dual Exhaust
3.73 gears
3000 Stall (this I'm not 100% sure about)
![Bang Head](https://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies/LS1Tech/gr_banghead.gif)
I just ordered some TFS 220 Fast as Cast heads from Brian Tooley. I've read wonderful things about his work, and when I call him, he was extremely informative and nice to me considering I'm new to all this and dont have much knowledge pertaining to this stuff just yet. In addition, I shipped Brian my 102 intake to be ported with the heads. I'm really excited to see what power this brings me.
The car like it is made 400 rwhp / 394 ft lbs of torque on a dynojet over at Late Model Racecraft. Not to be rude towards LMR, but I just dont feel like I got a good tune. I would like to get yall's opinion as to where I should bring my car to have the cylinder heads swapped out and get a fresh tune.
Also, I just ordered a 160 deg thermostat due to my car running so hot. When I stop at a light it shoots up to 210...and it's been as high as 214 before.
Any advice as to what I can do to get in the 450 or 460 rwhp range would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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If you are worried about the tune not being optimal, I would start there. Get a 2nd opinion as it were. You have the baseline mods, only thing that will help for more power is more air, fuel, and the spark to set it off. Get a new tune after the heads and ported intake come back. You may be surprised.
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Greetings
I have a 2002 WS6 with the 347 cid LS1 motor that I purchased with some modifications already having been made to the motor, etc. and I am looking to get you-all's expert opinion on what I currently have in place, and what y'all think i still need and or dont need, take out, swap, etc.
This is what I have:
FAST 102 TB and Intake
COMP Camshaft: 230 / 236 111 lsa .613 Int. / 6.08 Exh.
LS7 Lifters
LS2 Timing Gear
7.45 Chrome Moly / Hardened Pushrods
PRC Dual Valve Springs
Yella Terra Roller Rockers 1.7
GM H.O. Oil Pump
Patriot Coated Long tubes 1 3/4"
High Flow Cats
Y Cut Out
Borla Dual Exhaust
3.73 gears
3000 Stall (this I'm not 100% sure about)![Bang Head](https://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies/LS1Tech/gr_banghead.gif)
I just ordered some TFS 220 Fast as Cast heads from Brian Tooley. I've read wonderful things about his work, and when I call him, he was extremely informative and nice to me considering I'm new to all this and dont have much knowledge pertaining to this stuff just yet. In addition, I shipped Brian my 102 intake to be ported with the heads. I'm really excited to see what power this brings me.
The car like it is made 400 rwhp / 394 ft lbs of torque on a dynojet over at Late Model Racecraft. Not to be rude towards LMR, but I just dont feel like I got a good tune. I would like to get yall's opinion as to where I should bring my car to have the cylinder heads swapped out and get a fresh tune.
Also, I just ordered a 160 deg thermostat due to my car running so hot. When I stop at a light it shoots up to 210...and it's been as high as 214 before.
Any advice as to what I can do to get in the 450 or 460 rwhp range would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
I have a 2002 WS6 with the 347 cid LS1 motor that I purchased with some modifications already having been made to the motor, etc. and I am looking to get you-all's expert opinion on what I currently have in place, and what y'all think i still need and or dont need, take out, swap, etc.
This is what I have:
FAST 102 TB and Intake
COMP Camshaft: 230 / 236 111 lsa .613 Int. / 6.08 Exh.
LS7 Lifters
LS2 Timing Gear
7.45 Chrome Moly / Hardened Pushrods
PRC Dual Valve Springs
Yella Terra Roller Rockers 1.7
GM H.O. Oil Pump
Patriot Coated Long tubes 1 3/4"
High Flow Cats
Y Cut Out
Borla Dual Exhaust
3.73 gears
3000 Stall (this I'm not 100% sure about)
![Bang Head](https://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies/LS1Tech/gr_banghead.gif)
I just ordered some TFS 220 Fast as Cast heads from Brian Tooley. I've read wonderful things about his work, and when I call him, he was extremely informative and nice to me considering I'm new to all this and dont have much knowledge pertaining to this stuff just yet. In addition, I shipped Brian my 102 intake to be ported with the heads. I'm really excited to see what power this brings me.
The car like it is made 400 rwhp / 394 ft lbs of torque on a dynojet over at Late Model Racecraft. Not to be rude towards LMR, but I just dont feel like I got a good tune. I would like to get yall's opinion as to where I should bring my car to have the cylinder heads swapped out and get a fresh tune.
Also, I just ordered a 160 deg thermostat due to my car running so hot. When I stop at a light it shoots up to 210...and it's been as high as 214 before.
Any advice as to what I can do to get in the 450 or 460 rwhp range would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
I don't think that 400 cam only is anything to sneeze at. Get some good heads on there and it should do great. I don't have any experience with LMR but from reading the threads, looks like they know what they are doing. I think your heads are just hurting you.
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Are you referring to the 8 rectangle gaskets??
Thanks to all for the responses.
Jay - I've got 47 lb injectors. Do i need to upgrade my fuel pump? Also, I have the functioning Ram Air system. What more can I do other than adding a forced induction system to achieve more air?
Thanks
Who does your tunning?? I'm considering G-Force in Pearland. Opinions on G-Force??
Thanks to all for the responses.
Jay - I've got 47 lb injectors. Do i need to upgrade my fuel pump? Also, I have the functioning Ram Air system. What more can I do other than adding a forced induction system to achieve more air?
Thanks
Who does your tunning?? I'm considering G-Force in Pearland. Opinions on G-Force??
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A solid suspension will keep the body from flexing/dimpled quarter panels. Stiffin up the chassis, keep your nose from lifting/ diving on hard launches/ braking/cornering. It helps keep you wheels planted to the ground/transfer the HP to the ground more efficiently...You'll start breaking bearings n **** eventually with high HP engine on stock suspension.
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So i went ahead and ordered a strut tower brace to begin with. Being i will need to upgrade this stuff separately due to the cost of everything, what do you suggest I begin with now?