Timing chain?

**dcrews** · 12-28-2015

Hey guys....

Is there a single row roller chain kit we can use that doesn't use a tensioner?

**GTPpower** · 12-29-2015

Nope. And stay away from single row roller chains. Either use a factory chain, or switch to a double row.

**blueguy** · 12-30-2015

^^That.

And if you switch to a double roller...pray a lot.

Because they're hit and miss.

**dcrews** · 12-30-2015

Are there any better options than the stock dampener?

**blueguy** · 12-30-2015

Why do you need an upgraded chain and dampner?

Many people run aftermarket cams with a new chain and dampner.

Unless you're going with a cam larger than .550~ lift with some aggressive 130lb + valve spring...there is no need for a upgraded chain.

**dcrews** · 12-30-2015

I'm planning on upgrading my springs with my 1.9 rockers, and I've heard bad things about the LS6 springs I'm planning on using with the stock dampner.

But if you guys think I'll be ok, then I'm cool with that.

BTW- the car only has 58k.. 01 GTP

**REDCRAPGP** · 12-30-2015

Yup new stock timing chain and new dampner you'll be fine even with ls6. Another option are the L76 from the g8. A bit easier on the dampener. Do some searching on here and I'm sure you'll find plenty of info.

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**Reptile** · 12-31-2015

LS6 springs are good springs. I've got them, and I've never had an issue with them and a stock chain/damper combo.

**SgtMarshal** · 12-31-2015

this is the first time I've heard someone say LS6 springs were problematic. GM has made and installed millions of sets in their engines with success. I would be curious if any other valve spring manufacturer could make the same claim.

**dcrews** · 12-31-2015

I should clarify.. I've heard bad things about the ls6 springs with stock dampners.

**WhiteLightningGTP** · 12-31-2015

Originally Posted by SgtMarshal

this is the first time I've heard someone say LS6 springs were problematic. GM has made and installed millions of sets in their engines with success. I would be curious if any other valve spring manufacturer could make the same claim.

The yellow ones had issues.

**CrazyGuy03** · 12-31-2015

Originally Posted by dcrews

I should clarify.. I've heard bad things about the ls6 springs with stock dampners.

we have aftermarket dampeners?

**l36grandprix** · 12-31-2015

ZZP and ATI make them.

**SgtMarshal** · 12-31-2015

Originally Posted by l36grandprix

ZZP and ATI make them.

I think you are referring to harmonic balancers, which is different than a timing chain dampener.

**SgtMarshal** · 12-31-2015

Originally Posted by dcrews

I should clarify.. I've heard bad things about the ls6 springs with stock dampners.

the LS6 springs are a behive style spring, different than the 3800 springs, so the retainers need to be changed to the behive style

**Reptile** · 12-31-2015

I've never...ever....one single time had an issue with the LS6 springs. Yellow or blue.

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