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    Well I'm looking at putting in a LS6 Oil Pump because:

    1. I have a 98' LS1
    2. Has 130k miles on it
    3. After reading about "Shaddy's" problems I'm worried mine will go out soon with all the stuff I've been doing.

    So since I'm down there and really hate doing the same work twice. If I was to get a Cam like TS&P MS4 could I still run it on stock LS1 heads?

    I know I won't get the full power gains until I get better heads and I can't afford to do H/C swap now (I already have a LS6 Intake). I just want to know if its better to just wait to put the CAM in with the heads or go ahead there's nothing to worry about.

    I also know I would need to change push rods. What else would I need to be looking at? Benefits of a beef up Single Timing chain vs a Double Roller Timing chain?

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    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    Well I'm looking at putting in a LS6 Oil Pump because:

    1. I have a 98' LS1
    2. Has 130k miles on it
    3. After reading about "Shaddy's" problems I'm worried mine will go out soon with all the stuff I've been doing.

    So since I'm down there and really hate doing the same work twice. If I was to get a Cam like TS&P MS4 could I still run it on stock LS1 heads?

    I know I won't get the full power gains until I get better heads and I can't afford to do H/C swap now (I already have a LS6 Intake). I just want to know if its better to just wait to put the CAM in with the heads or go ahead there's nothing to worry about.

    I also know I would need to change push rods. What else would I need to be looking at? Benefits of a beef up Single Timing chain vs a Double Roller Timing chain?
    Are you an A4, if so you should get a stall if you don't have one. Also you will need better valve springs. I would get a ls2 timing set. The difference between single vs. Double is basically the double is two chains whereas the single is only one. Double rollers are stronger and last longer but also don't always clear the oil pump depending on the pump. They will clear the ls6 oil pump for sure though.

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    With a cam swap, I would do atleast a

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    I was told not to invest alot of time/money into my 98 because of a casting flaw.just an fyi

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    Quote Originally Posted by 98TransAmWs-6 View Post
    Are you an A4, if so you should get a stall if you don't have one. Also you will need better valve springs. I would get a ls2 timing set. The difference between single vs. Double is basically the double is two chains whereas the single is only one. Double rollers are stronger and last longer but also don't always clear the oil pump depending on the pump. They will clear the ls6 oil pump for sure though.


    I'm have a M6 and my future plans are a LS6 with the MS4 cam and PRC LS6 Stage 3 Ported Heads from TS&P. (If I get the cam now I can use it later for the LS6.)

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    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    I'm have a M6 and my future plans are a LS6 with the MS4 cam and PRC LS6 Stage 3 Ported Heads from TS&P. (If I get the cam now I can use it later for the LS6.)

    Here's a list of current mods
    I think the stage 3 heads might be to big for a 346

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    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    Well I'm looking at putting in a LS6 Oil Pump because:

    1. I have a 98' LS1
    2. Has 130k miles on it
    3. After reading about "Shaddy's" problems I'm worried mine will go out soon with all the stuff I've been doing.

    So since I'm down there and really hate doing the same work twice. If I was to get a Cam like TS&P MS4 could I still run it on stock LS1 heads?

    I know I won't get the full power gains until I get better heads and I can't afford to do H/C swap now (I already have a LS6 Intake). I just want to know if its better to just wait to put the CAM in with the heads or go ahead there's nothing to worry about.

    I also know I would need to change push rods. What else would I need to be looking at? Benefits of a beef up Single Timing chain vs a Double Roller Timing chain?
    What are your goals with this car? Be honest with yourself, MS4 is a very large camshaft for the 346 LS1. It will be very good high RPM performer, but will not make the mid range power of a smaller, more suitable street camshaft. If its a track oriented car, go with it. If not, do some research before going with a MS series camshaft. Plenty of people do cam swaps and leave the heads untouched, will it leave power on the table? Yes. Do what you can afford though.

    You told me you read the Camshaft Sticky up top, that has a break down of what parts you need. I personally run the LS2 single chain, as does a large number of others. Single will be fine, there is also some timing chain comparisons in the sticky I believe.

    Furthermore, the MS4 is a top end performer no doubt. LS6 intake will work, but the FAST starts to shine up top, where the LS6 starts to fall. See where I'm going with this?
    Quote Originally Posted by 98TransAmWs-6 View Post
    Are you an A4, if so you should get a stall if you don't have one. Also you will need better valve springs. I would get a ls2 timing set. The difference between single vs. Double is basically the double is two chains whereas the single is only one. Double rollers are stronger and last longer but also don't always clear the oil pump depending on the pump. They will clear the ls6 oil pump for sure though.
    There are single chains that I would trust more then a double, I would still stick with a nice single chain.
    Quote Originally Posted by BIG HOUSE View Post
    I was told not to invest alot of time/money into my 98 because of a casting flaw.just an fyi
    Not sure who told you that, 98's have some flaws, mainly PCM limitations. OP won't be touching the limitations. Whoever said that, is wrong
    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    I'm have a M6 and my future plans are a LS6 with the MS4 cam and PRC LS6 Stage 3 Ported Heads from TS&P. (If I get the cam now I can use it later for the LS6.)

    Here's a list of current mods
    Quote Originally Posted by youngrigo View Post
    I think the stage 3 heads might be to big for a 346
    Stage III refers to the amount of port work performed. That's not how it works. Stage I heads are not stock runners , whereas Stage III is something crazy like a 225 head. OP, if heads are in your budget, look for a nice used set of AFR's. AFR 205's can be had for a nice price used, and are arguably, the best performing head for the LS1 street/strip car.

    The sticky will show what is needed for a cam swap, and LS1howto.com is a great website to get you up to speed for the swap.

    The sticky also touches on the little things that will add up in $$$ as you add power. Clutch would be the first that comes to mind. Factor in a chassis dyno tune also.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hi-Po View Post

    Not sure who told you that, 98's have some flaws, mainly PCM limitations. OP won't be touching the limitations. Whoever said that, is wrong




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    Something about oil flow restriction. They added windows in the 99 and later blocks to fix the problems. is what I was told

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    Quote Originally Posted by BIG HOUSE View Post
    Something about oil flow restriction. They added windows in the 99 and later blocks to fix the problems. is what I was told
    But that is also why the LS6 oil pump is highly recommend to take car of those issues for the 95-99 LS1's 99's I believe was when the LS1's got a new pump.

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    I thought stage 3 where ment for bigger bore motors? That motor is going to feel like a dawg down low with that cam and some stg 3 heads..... You will need gears to make up for the lack of low and mid range from this combo

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    Quote Originally Posted by BIG HOUSE View Post
    Something about oil flow restriction. They added windows in the 99 and later blocks to fix the problems. is what I was told
    oiling is not as good as the 99+s..but it is not a flaw..also the "problem" will only exist if you are pushing huge numbers and taking it on a road course...97-98 are fine

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    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    But that is also why the LS6 oil pump is highly recommend to take car of those issues for the 95-99 LS1's 99's I believe was when the LS1's got a new pump.
    95-99?

    the oil pump will not "fix" those issues..it is a casting issues...but dont worry about it...you will be fine..with that being said..swap the pump anyways

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    Shady what cam would you recommend? (for now)

    I would say 60/40 street/track plans. Plans are in the long run mid 400rwhp range. Planning on a LS6 in future to help get to that number.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    Shady what cam would you recommend? (for now)

    I would say 60/40 street/track plans. Plans are in the long run mid 400rwhp range. Planning on a LS6 in future to help get to that number.
    224/228/112 lsa maybe even a 228/228..something in the .580/.580 range

    you know the only thing the ls6 gives you over your stock ls1 set up is the cam,ls6 heads.

    id personally get a custom grind.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    Shady what cam would you recommend? (for now)

    I would say 60/40 street/track plans. Plans are in the long run mid 400rwhp range. Planning on a LS6 in future to help get to that number.
    Why not a ls2 for your future plans? The ls2 would easily get you to where you want to be for power.

    Quote Originally Posted by hi-po View Post
    There are single chains that I would trust more then a double, I would still stick with a nice single chain.
    I wasn't saying double are better. Was just saying they are suppose to be stronger because of the double chains but I also personally would get a ls2 single timing chain.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 98TransAmWs-6 View Post
    Why not a ls2 for your future plans? The ls2 would easily get you to where you want to be for power.



    I wasn't saying double are better. Was just saying they are suppose to be stronger because of the double chains but I also personally would get a ls2 single timing chain.


    LS2 = much more $$$$. Would need a new pcm, and wire harness, etc....

    LS6 = plug & play with a tune.



    LS2 timing chain. I've found one for about $50 just the chain and the whole kit for $110. Do I need the whole kit or can I just swap out the chain?

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    Quote Originally Posted by 98TransAmWs-6 View Post
    Why not a ls2 for your future plans? The ls2 would easily get you to where you want to be for power.
    Actually we were just having a discussion about this in another thread with Basham. Interstingly we were talking about HP between the LS2 and the LS6 crate motors, when Frost mentioned he sees the LS6's put down 400+ RWHP on his dyno,,,while the LS2's with same mods make 370-380 RWHP.
    The LS6 crate is no slouch by any means.

    Quote Originally Posted by SMWS6TA View Post
    LS2 = much more $$$$. Would need a new pcm, and wire harness, etc....

    LS6 = plug & play with a tune.

    Exactly why the LS6 is a more popular swap as well, since the LS2 requires harness adapters, reluctor wheel adapter box, etc..

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    Do you know the answer to the LS2 timing chain question from my post 16?

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    just the chain.....check around....should be a few bucks cheaper than that unless they've gone way up since I did mine.
    At a minimum you'll want pushrods and springs. You can buy a "cam package" that will have everything in it.....$599 for 918 springs or $699 for prc double's.

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    Quote Originally Posted by BIG HOUSE View Post
    I was told not to invest alot of time/money into my 98 because of a casting flaw.just an fyi
    I wish someone would've told me that before I put the money into mine, run 11's, and going on 100k miles.

    Don't look at the differences as "flaws".....there were "improvements" made to the 99+ cars. 98's are just fine to mod and race.

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