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Old 10-24-2022, 09:24 PM   #1
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Cam for 6.0 LS ?

I'm looking for help picking the right cam for my LQ4 LS build..... Mostly stock but want a mild cam to liven it up a bit BUT i don't want it any bigger that it would affect the drivability or reliability of the build....looking at Comp or any reputable cam companies...... Any help would be appreciated.... thanks in advance,

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Old 10-24-2022, 09:37 PM   #2
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

I went with btr stage 1 truck cam.. if you get on youtube, theres several videos of how the different cams sound..
I told them I was keeping engine stock except for cam and headers. They recommended stage 1 or 2..
When I got it it said btr and comp cams on the box, it also came with new springs
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Old 10-24-2022, 10:00 PM   #3
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

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Old 10-25-2022, 06:16 PM   #4
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

So you got a Comp cam? Do you have a part number? Are you happy with it ?


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I went with btr stage 1 truck cam.. if you get on youtube, theres several videos of how the different cams sound..
I told them I was keeping engine stock except for cam and headers. They recommended stage 1 or 2..
When I got it it said btr and comp cams on the box, it also came with new springs
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Old 10-25-2022, 09:22 PM   #5
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

For a 6.0 mild build I would go with something around 215I/220E .550-.600 lift and 114 lobe separation. Many cams in this range.
As said above new springs. I would add new push rods. Most cam kits will come with new valve seals, retainers and locks. If your 6.0 has a jillion miles on it maybe new LS7 lifters?
I've used Comp Cams and Texas Speed cams with good results.
The other thing to consider if you are running a auto is a good stall converter. Maybe around 2800 stall? Rear end gears? Also a good chassis tune makes huge difference on the overall performance.
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Good luck with your project.

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Old 10-26-2022, 04:59 PM   #6
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

If you're going mild you shouldn't need new springs. I guess it depends on your definition of mild. BTR just came out with a no springs required (NSR) version of the Truck Norris cam.

https://briantooleyracing.com/btr-ge...s-nsr-cam.html
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Old 10-27-2022, 09:29 AM   #7
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

If you keep the valve lift to .525" or less you can use the stock springs - anymore and you will need to upgrade springs.
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Old 11-14-2022, 09:37 PM   #8
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Cam for 6.0 LS ?

I've been reading that the BTR stage 2 cam is a bit too mellow at the low end?? I will be using the stock 317 heads with my stock LQ4 6.0....... I just want to use regular pump gas ands not have a cam that's too big to affect reliability.... Is the stage 2 too mild? Would the stage 3 be better? Would the stage 3 need head milling or a NON stock convertor in my L480 trans? I just want to order the right one for what I'm looking for.

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Old 11-15-2022, 01:26 AM   #9
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

I have a 6.0 and a 4L80 in mine. Texas speed recommended their 224r on a 114 LSA. It has a mild lope and it doesn't push through the factory torq converter at all. It actually idles pretty well with the stock converter since 4L80 has a little more stall than the 4L60. The 114 LSA gives up a little low end with my 3.40 gear and a 30 inch rear tire. It gets wound up and pulls pretty hard after about 3000 rpm though. I think I will switch to 4.10 rear gear soon because id like more low end. Once I do that I may swap to a more aggressive cam with a split duration and lower LSA just for the sound and to bring the torque in sooner.
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Old 11-16-2022, 12:26 PM   #10
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Re: Cam for 6.0 LS ?

I just put in a Sloppy Stage 2 as a bunch of guys are running them and love them.Check out holdners video below where he compares it to the Truck Norris cam.

https://www.sloppymechanics.com/products/the-best-cam

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