Dyno day at Speed Inc: +63 rwhp
Today I was off to the dyno. Apparently my MAF was flaking out, so had to have a new one put in mid-session. I made about what I expected with a gain of 63rwhp. It’s officially faster than a z06 now.
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LS6 intake manifold on
Today I worked on installing a ls6 intake manifold. It’s more of a PITA than it appears. After you get it out the early steam tubes don’t work with the newer manifold as it’s deeper. I pulled my steam tubes and used them as a template to chisel out the ribbing on the bottom where…
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Cam install done: SDPC LS6 Power Max Plus
I just finished up my cam install. I put in a SDPC LS6 power max plus cam. https://sdparts.com/i-24138755-sdpc-sdr51902-ls6-power-max-plus-camshaft-upgrade-for-5-7l-6-0l-6-2l.html Of course I redid a bunch of new while you’re in there stuff 10% underdrive pulley. Should help keep the power steering a little cooler New timing set trickflow timing damper set New cam plate New melling high…
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Valvetrain upgrade: LS6 springs, seals, trunnions
Time for a valvetrain upgrade. I’m hoping to raise the rev limit a little bit to avoid the really short trips to 4th gear on some of the local tracks. I’m also prepping for a cam. LS6 springs. Super cheap compared to the .660 springs. Should allow 6500 rpm easily. TSP valve seals- These are…
