LS Upgrade 6.0 to 6.2

Building a 6.2 LS engine from a 6.0 LS

[@ethelbertbassie6437]

Its absolutely refreshing when someone is knowledgeable and willing to share. Thank you for showing the differences between the heads and explaining how they can be interchanged depending on what the desired application is for.

[@michaellindsey219]

Qq1i

[@Cultofpersonality09129]

Boring a 6.0” to a4.065” bore is pushing your luck to put it mildly.

[@bootlegger2365]

I enjoy listening to a person who obviously knows what they are talking about

[@chadmeyer9500]

I enjoy learning from the same sources and experiences they do and becoming a person who knows what he's talking about. But then again I'm a born gearhead and mechanic and there's no other way for people cursed like I am. We also spend a lot more time DOING than TALKING or "teaching".

[@cryptopirate8880]

he is good

[@RubinsRacing350]

bootlegger 23 it sure is nice!

[@evanvega1861]

Lol y’all must not know that that 6.0 is not an ls it’s an lq4

[@vindief0p]

@@evanvega1861 dumbass smh

[@Sybrix1]

You where a kick ass teacher to have at school. Still learning so much from you . Keep these type a videos going . Thanks

[@coarsegrind]

The V6 head he shows is off the Magnum V6 truck engine. Incredible engine from the 60’s!!

[@mikelyons7511]

Love your voice imitation of the Ford guys. I have a good friend who is a Ford guy and you sound exactly like him on your imitation LOL. I like all the manufacturers, yet they all suck and their own way.

[@joedoole3527]

I'm a Mustang enthusiast and always have been, but even I have ventured to the LS as my go to engine family for reliable, affordable power. My "junkyard" build is a bone stock 4.8 shortblock with an LS9 cam, stock 6.0 heads, Holley EFI and an older 72mm Comp turbo backed by a TH400. It makes a tad over 600 HP on pump gas and has well over 100 passes to date with no failures. My built setup is an LQ9 based forged 376 with billet mains, PRC heads, Brian Tooley cam/valvetrain, PTE 7685 gen 2 turbo, FuelTech EFI and an RPM built PowerGlide. Depending on the tune/fuel I run it makes anywhere from 900-1300+ HP. Both of my engine setups are in Foxbody Mustangs and the LQ9 build has been low 8's in the 1/4 mile; 7s will happen this spring.

[@2jimszrnorth802]

That's badass! We don't hear much about the 8.1 though. I do hear some guys are spending a little bit of cash to make power. Infact some cases known as a duramax killer

[@desperadolighfoot8534]

Thanks for Sharon U're knowledge. It's a pleasure listening to someone that actually knows.

[@need4fun2469]

I wish you would do a video series on this build. I am in the process of doing this exact combo. It would be helpful to watch and listen to your expertise on this.

[@JoseSilva-nl1iv]

I second this. Would like to know how it's going since. Hoping that block holds up I call the machine shop and they told me I couldn't do it cuz it's too thin

[@user-kf8qc7cx4n]

I really enjoyed you explaining the options to the LS. Thanks

[@Shane-Singleton]

For those whom are wondering the 6 liter Iron LS are LQ4 and LQ9 engines. The difference between the two is in the pistons. The LQ4 uses a dished piston and the LQ9 is a flat top. With resulting different compression ratios. Now if you're doing the 6.2 upgrade as shown here you're tossing the pistons so the difference is moot. I love the LS Platform. I've had three LS1's and daily drive an LS3 now. You could pick up an LQ4/9, get some LS3 pistons, heads, intake from somebody that upgraded an 5th gen SS Camaro, and build a great 400hp+ motor with a STOCK gm cam and it'll be torquey, and buttery smooth.

[@utahcountypicazospage5412]

hallis1 would. You still use the ls1 cam or lq cam

[@Shane-Singleton]

If it were me i'd use the stock LS3 cam if you had access to it. But of the two choices i'd use an LS1 cam over the LQ4/9 cam. But if I had any left over budget i'd get a mild performance cam.

[@ricoturk757]

hallis1 can you put nitrous on this motor after bored it from a 6.0 to a 6.2

[@Shane-Singleton]

Of course. But It all depends on how you build it. A factory 6.2 rotating assembly will do pretty well but as with any build if you get greedy with the giggle gas or mess up your fuel, ignition, etc. you'll be spending money on another rebuild real fast. (if you're lucky it'll just need a rebuild). But A 150 shot would be no problem even for a totally stock 6.2. As long as it's done right.

[@Myvintageiron7512]

Yes Nitrous is doable as long as you don't go crazy 100 to 150 shot would be reliable as long as you don't go lean

[@Sam3LS]

Regarding the engineers "moving" to other companies in the auto industry. Your exactly correct. I was an automotive engineer in the industry in the 90's I remember one day a few of the Cadillac Northstar engineers showed up in our lab with Ford badges to work on the new modular ford engines. Then Chrysler build this huge facility in Auburn Hills, awesome place. We nicknamed it Disneyland, many engineers jumped ship to work there. love your channel keep up the good work

[@calvinblackburn5272]

The audio in your videos is phenomenal. I love being able to understand clearly what is going on.

[@RoadRageGarage]

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[@rogerramjet5092]

Just a quick thanks for the over bore knowledge on 6.0 to 6.2. i knew you can take the 5.3 truck out 5.7 bore of the LS-1.

[@jackkelley4539]

You remind me of one of my instructors from UTI. Brian Dean at Exton, PA. He was a bit more colorful with his language at times, but had tons of knowledge and had a good head on his shoulders.

[@vilfainga7481]

U make me wanna go to the junkyard right now n get me a LS motor!!!! I’m gonna build one soon!!!! Keep the videos coming. I’m loving this stuff!!! You’re a badass!!!!!🙏

[@pvcarmon1]

Man wish this dude was my neighbor.

[@RoadRageGarage]

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[@harryhippi8515]

FACTS👍👍👍👍👍

[@1manikmeah]

I love how informative you are!!!

[@ashadams3956]

I like your straight to the point no bullshit attitude. Good videos, thanks

[@Dr_Xyzt]

Big thanks for the videos you do. I engineering we get guys that worked at one automaker. They'll change automakers, and say "Man, I have a chance to try something I got wrong at my last job."

[@2jimszrnorth802]

This has been quite a good lesson. I have a LQ4 in my 2003 2500HD. I never knew I could run LS3 Heads on the motor. Heck I could even throw in an actual 6.2 engine but would have to build the 4L80E to handle the 450hp the 6.2 makes.

[@chevyboi600]

just have to say you're awesome i been planning on an ls swap on my box caprice. i didnt want to just place an used stock motor. want to step it up just a bit an this vid give me the right combo for right price i was looking for. Thanks... All Hail The Chevy Nation.

[@Myvintageiron7512]

THX

[@garyking9496]

The LS is the best motor ever designed I have a 408 in my 90 s10 on 93 octane she makes a easy 583 hp at the tires

[@infamousnova]

Mind sharing combo details

[@ike2010]

LS build series? Yes please!

[@mikeskidmore6754]

Smokey Yunick worked for all of the Big Three .. He got paid for his Work but the Big three Patented Smokey's designs and made the big $$$ on his ideas..

[@gregg4164]

That is not uncommon. When people working for a company design or build a product that product becomes the " Intellectual Property" of that company because it was design for them on that companies time and paid that employee for that time. That is just the way it works.

[@EnduroTainment]

So basically making an iron block LS3. Definitely going to be better for boost if need be. I'd love to build a de-stroked more squared design with lower compression for a boosted street build. Something you can make a reliable street car with, while having very tame driving characteristics. Gotta love those modern LS head chamber designs. It's impressive what kind of compression you can run on pump gas without detonation. I just love how simple these motors are to work with and the huge aftermarket selection. I just did a turbo Miata for my brother build and the community size and knowledge base is so small in comparison to the LS following. You can find any LS info with just a few keyword searches. Great video!!

[@007dws62]

Very informative and easy to understand. Thanks so much!

[@robertdavis6708]

True facts. Delorean who worked on the Super Duty head traded secrets with his brother that was working on the Tunnel Port heads for Ford. Yes, they were brothers. Stand a SD Pontiac head next to a 66 Ford TP head and they are scary similar. These engineers are all human. And their jaws loosen up when sipping the Hockey pops.But that's a good thing for us, the racers.

[@stevenhall1004]

as a mechanic I enjoy the videos because I like the technical detail you go into. I would like to see a video on valve train geometry with stud mount vs shaft mounted and how to change etc

[@SF80CAMARO]

My 1980 Z28 I've had since high school with numbers match LM1 Is gonna be mothballed. Will be shopping for a LS swap. Will stay tuned thanks for you time and knowledge.

[@braydonpokorney4193]

Love this LS content, keep it up!

[@rubensalais1502]

Best video on ls , thanks for you time to make it, I wish you were on Houston area.

[@craigdoesthingswithhissons2875]

Look up school of automotive machinist. In Houston Learn to build race engines

[@waylandbradley79]

by the way I love your videos. i built a few 383 s from your videos. I have a 388 stroker from a 69 vette i built , thanks to you.

[@primoservices5636]

I enjoy and learn on all your videos great content. Till the next one buddy

[@matthewvarnam4302]

U said it right the LS platform is a very well design engine.

[@smokinghotimages66]

Great no BS channel, keep up the great work.

[@edwardfutrelljr9086]

I like ur way of thinking I love gm since I was a kid and that's all I own

[@johnmann6987]

Hello Mate John here I have just come across your videos and have spent most of today watching them. I have a 1936 maple leaf which I am looking to install a new power plant into. I like a GM motor into a GM vehicle and was considering using an older chev engine as I had a stock build 307 with a turbo 400 auto in this when I first built the vehicle back in 1982. The vehicle performed well for what I wanted it for as an everyday driver. I had this setup for about 22 years until a so called friend of mine put sand blasting grit down the carb. In a fit of rage over me telling him a few home truths he didn’t want to hear. Following that I changed to a LS1 and a 4L60 which was so/so Mainly because the new engine gearbox setup weight difference changed the ride to something far rougher then what I previously had, mind you I did enjoy having that extra power when I needed it as the 307 gave me a whole 96 kw at the wheels. Anyway the vehicle has been off the road for about ten years now and the LS1 and auto are long gone so I have been considering going back to the simplicity off the old school chevy engine until I seen your video LS Upgrade 6.0 to 6.2 as this would give me the weight and the extra go that I like. So I am writing to you to find out the details of this build if you still have them. Regards John [e-mail]

[@kirkmham]

HUUUGGE Tangent on engineering theft. lol loved it! thanks for the video. Vocab right at my eye level. Thanks again.

[@rudeboy6096]

Thanks for the help, that's the way I'm going in my 91 3rd gen camaro

[@JoseSilva-nl1iv]

I'm just starting this exact build let me know how yours went. Any issues with the Borg to the 6.2 just curious cuz I went to a machine shop and they told me not to

[@raymondthomas1242]

thanks for the info..please keep it coming,,,im doing this same build so all your info is so helpful...

[@Myvintageiron7512]

one key thing to remember is find a good machine shop and take them the block and the new pistons so they can bore the block to get the correct Piston to wall clearance along with a good valve job and you will have a screamer

[@BillBowyer1971]

Great history and information. Thank you.

[@brianmcgowan8659]

Appreciate the education. Keep it between the ditches.

[@fitteritout3622]

Great video I just picked up an old Chevy with a tired 350 and have been thinking about what I want to do and I really like that 6 liter I have one in my work truck that has 380k miles and it's still strong and doesn't use any oil so thanks for making up my mind for me 👍thanks brother

[@Myvintageiron7512]

I agree the 5.3 is a very good choice for a budget build

[@fitteritout3622]

I'm thinking about boosting it eventually do you think the 5.3 can handle it

[@ronaldlewis1727]

A very informative video. I am in the process of rebuilding my LS1 5.3L and your video has been extremely helpful.

[@Ohiocountryboy-se2cn]

A ls1 is a 5.7 a 5.3 is a ls based engine

[@MrChristianbowman82]

You’re awesome man keep the videos coming

[@chadharmon5716]

Love this guy thank you 😊 for the videos very entertaining

[@path4514]

Great video brother!

[@nlclan9456]

thanks for sharing this awsome info!!!

[@andrewsrenson1212]

Looks like the ls engine is heading for worldwide legendary status...you know, the olympic athlete that wins the gold medal every...single...time other competitors must think: c'mon let us win, just once...pleeeease

[@brentiaconelli6484]

The last few years the coyote has proven itself to be amazing based on what hp it can be pushed to and live a long happy life... Did i mention the 5.0 is being supercharged to 800hp at the dealership and keeping its full factory warranty... A mustang 5.0gt with 800hp, 8000rpm, 10Speed trans, fully warranty can be delivered to your front door for 41.5k... Thats a win in my book!

[@youngestson6537]

Very informative and knowledgeable man. Appreciate your sharing the information.

[@1badhoekaren903]

Very good information 👏🏽

[@darrellcrain4264]

When I went uti years ago wish I had you for an instructor

[@debblooth3490]

Reminds me of a Buick 350 intake port super large no shrouding.Exausht ports were just as open. Had a 72 Buick Skylark,that thing was drunk with torque.3.80x3.850 but still turned r's like it was a 302 sbf

[@mikeskidmore6754]

The 401 GMC Truck engine can't pull a sitting hen off the nest very low compression however.. Each has it's own journal Really Really smooth running engine they made a V-8 and V-12 too the V-12 had 4 heads on it ..

[@alvaskins]

Man this geeky! Love it.

[@izaakavena4781]

Awesome information great channel ❤😎🇨🇱👍

[@betherealdeal]

Excellent information

[@jyminewtron1416]

Mocking up a build myself simular to this with a 4.8 stroke and crank for a destroked and higher RPM turbo motor. Kind of experimental but im not going for anything over 800hp, its mostly the creative buold factor to what it would tale to make it myself. But this video was very helpful so thanks as always for the info

[@AreaThirteenThirteen]

A lot of people overlook destroking vs. stroking such as making an old SBC 400 into a 377 instead of making a 350 into a 383...I have never done it but have heard it will suprise you.

[@90blkteg]

Can't wait to build a similar setup but Cnc ported heads & carb

[@badenpobjoy1877]

GREAT video...

[@takuacheperformance4740]

Finally someone who can speak my language!!

[@alexvelez2141]

Did you ever get this motor done? Curious on how it went and if it made good power Love to hear some more info on this one

[@Nipplator99999999999]

I have had a spectrum of manufacturers and each one was only an appliance, until you decide to make it more. I'm a Mopar man, I will take a pre-Daimler Mopar anytime. I will say that the design influence of each manufacturer has led to different models having a great aspect missed in the others. I love the Falcon for hook up drag racing, F-body LTD's, Capri, and Fairmont underpinned with the mustang aftermarket parts sleep well. Chevrolet has a small block line that's a great build platform for a monster stroker that still revs fast, and flashy to discrete bodies with the same potential. The Mopar side has a very special draw for me, the B-body and big block combo. It doesn't matter what the plan it will present exactly what it is. Oh, there's imports also, guess the mustang needs a car to race that it can beat also.

[@patbarrett9263]

Bill Jenkins and Warren Johnson had a lot of input on the design of the LS cylinder head

[@markdaly8819]

always enjoy your sessions , but better comparison is BBC rectangular port head -canted valves.

[@tomschweikert9537]

thats y they used to call them porcupine heads

[@timdysart6860]

what a cool idea

[@vr6swp]

Solid, informative video. My only criticism is you spent too much time harping on the guys who say Chevy stole the LS engine design from Ford. Don't do that. You're not ever gonna convince those guys anyway so don't waste your time with it.

[@stacyhodge1127]

I enjoyed this a lot ! Keep up the good work. Editing could be a bit better. But what do I know I’m not making videos.

[@harp440]

Love your videos! Just purchased a 07 tbss with a ls2. Obviously I want more power. Don't really want to get into a cam change, was thinking of just a set of l92 heads and a ls3 intake. This seems like a pretty straight forward swap? The ls2 already has kook lts on it

[@dannyvigo7656]

Yes good job nice thanks I injury that

[@blackmanops3749]

Agreed about engineers changing companies. Also they have Non-disclosure agreements. Plus all the R&D groups simply tear down all whats out there. At the end of the day, like it or not, the designs are driven by marketing. That's why we have the aftermarket.

[@youngestson65]

ENGINE GURU!

[@Doakes1000]

Hey I love ur Channel it's a blessing for people like myself to c this video u are a great man for giving us as ur viewer this game thanks but I have a quick question how much is a good price to pay or what's your price to have ur engine to be rebuilt and stroked to a 383 stroker

[@MrPoeta69]

very nice video

[@jimmylee8459]

Great video too much history

[@matthewjeschke]

I worked as an engineer for a while my degree is in engineering. companies buy out non compete agreements all the time haha people walk across the street for better pay and back and forth between the competition. so true.

[@DBSSTEELER]

I would like to see some one take a 4.8 LS bore it to the LS1 bore size of 3.898 but keep the 4.8 stroke of 3.267 for a 311 CI LS. Then add CNC ported stock heads and a stout hydraulic roller cam and spin it to 7000 RPM to see what it does on the dyno. Then set it to kill with aftermarket CNC big runner heads and a solid roller cam and repeat the dyno test for comparison only spinning it to 8000 RPM. CarCraft did that with an LS3-4.8 combo and got 607 HP. I would be curious to see how they compare because it would be cheaper to overbore a $200 truck motor than it is to destroke a $6000 performance engine for a high reving V8.

[@skylinefever]

You would have to measure the thickness of the cylinder walls before having a big overbore on such an engine. In some cases, they end up removing the cylinder walls entirely and have to install wet sleeves. That is extremely expensive and defeats the purpose of your project. If you aren't familiar with that kind of sleeving job, just search for Darton sleeves bening installed in Honda engines.

[@thedirtheretic2728]

Did this on my sprint car engine. Started with 6.0 block. Bored to 6.2 slugs and ran the 4.8 crankshaft. Kept the 5.3 heads for compression. Have a camshaft from Howard’s and upgraded valve train to take the RPMs. Over 8000 rpms weekly. I was able to jump down in rear gear. The car literally became more drivable.

[@johnparrish9215]

Maybe you should do a Turbo GMC 305 V6 build. I for one would love to see it.

[@tommcadam9532]

I'm doing one

[@mikeanonymous669]

305 v6?

[@rossokeefe2577]

305 V6 ??? What year was that

[@rossokeefe2577]

What year is the 6.0 ..thought 4.060 was the max bore..??

[@diduck6878]

@@mikeanonymous669 mid 60's 409 with 2 cylinders missing

[@goodfellasinc.5648]

I been doing this for a long time 30 + years and he knows his Shit good vid

[@Myvintageiron7512]

THX

[@goodfellasinc.5648]

How far do u think would be good on a ls1 5.7 on the bore

[@Myvintageiron7512]

Never bore an LS1 more than .010 the cylinders are to thin to go any more

[@goodfellasinc.5648]

thank you I hear so much about the ls motors

[@cam872k3]

I have to disagree slightly about ford interchangeability, changing every 2 years, and needing an engineering degree. The modular engine that was released in cars in 1993, ran through 2004. I believe later than 04 in trucks. They called them modular, because they were all based on the same modular platform. Interchangeability from 94-04 is very high, and I can even bolt in a 2019 5.0 into my 97 mustang, because the engine mount locations, and bell housing bolt pattern is the same. Even back in the Fox body era, swapping from a 2.3l to a 5.0l was an easy job because of the shared chassis and suspensions. I did my first 2.3l to 5.0l swap when I was 18 years old on my mom's back porch, had a running driving 4 cylinder at 7 am and fired the v8 at 7 pm the same day.

[@twwtb]

No doubt the big makers buy each others products and examine them thoroughly. They're on the open market for cryin' out loud. They also publish articles about their new technology in trade journals, etc. They advertise what they have and what they are coming out with. I don't think there are many big secrets in the auto industry.

[@NateHarrisCreations]

What cam would you use for this setup?

[@juanmcsweeney4503]

GREAT GREAT VIDEO

[@brianrhoads86]

Thank you ford for the FE block

[@BruceLee-xn3nn]

Block looks like old FE block from the 60s. LS heads will fit on a sbf. Engineers have swaped jobs before.Theyve been doing it for years

[@Mcdashiznit]

salute u sir ,gm gm is all i know

[@carolinashenaniganswithtut6915]

Good video

[@Suzieash82]

who cares if they stole from one another, the big 3 always buy their competitor vehicles and check them out and see what improvments they can make to their own vehicles. they all do it. its how each company tries to stay a step a head of eachother.

[@GALAXIE67]

could you do a video about when & where to put or use silicone sealant on a rebild, like just use the gaskets or gaskets & silicone or just silicone?? thank you!!

[@jameswills67766]

thank for the info

[@hatersaywhat8986]

The factory injectors for L96 can be "decapped" and flow 70lbs, he's right about being a great affordable platform saving money for a 2nd atmosphere! Just look for a 04-12 truck labeled "vortex". Just remember to get the wiring harness and ecu that comes with the motor otherwise forget it! It's not worth going any further than that

[@bosiv1108]

Hello, I really liked your video, very informative and practical. Its nice to hear people that know what they're talking about. I have a question for my 2001 2500 Suburban with the 6.0l. I have pulled a travel trailer that weighs about 7500 lbs on vacation and my 6.0l struggles a lot. Definitely seems like GM has throttled back the motor a lot through software and the shift point are difficult to hit at lower rpms. Anyway, I would like to get some more torque and hp out of the motor for towing only, don't need a street rod... So what upgrades would I need to do to the motor to get this or should I just buy a tuner?? Would be nice to get another 30-50hp and 60+ foot lbs of torque. I would like to spend under 1000 and I can do the work myself.

[@primerecording2337]

Tow Cam and converter and tbss intake n tune would definitely help

[@JAXTRUX]

1076 hp is true with these pistons and rods - sloppy mechanic did it in his 6.0

[@Myvintageiron7512]

Yep Matt Happel is one of my favorites Sloppy mechanics and roadkill are my two favorite you tube shows

[@Myvintageiron7512]

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[@JoeHynes284]

And I love watching everything on this channel and Matts, even though they are so different.

[@jerzzzeyful]

question... what compression ratio pistons would be needed for high power even tho it will be a street engine

[@reginaldbyrd8073]

I love your knowledge too bad it blows some enthusist dreams. lol lol lol lol

[@markhumphrey8894]

Great video. Could you put a bigger Stroker crank and shorter piston rods on it to decrease the combustion capacity and increase the combustion ratio to increase the HP? Making larger diameter bore would increase the combustion chamber and reduce and the combustion ratio and lower HP. Right? Just asking. Super new to engine mechanics Thanks

[@phillipward8776]

You left out the NASCAR factor, that's where design hits the road.

[@sean5comet]

In all honesty, what you pointed out with the intake and exhaust layout in relation to the valves is where they look similar to the small block Ford. The LS uses the HO 302 firing order too. The block being skirted is what Ford has been doing from the beginning of the mod motor. Ford definitely wasn't the only one doing it though...just look at the import engines. As far as the heads, their design looks like a lot of homework was done looking at small block ford AFTERMARKET heads. Combustion chambers look like Trick Flow twisted wedge in the shape. Regardless of the similarities, Ford NEVER came out with a small block with the specs of an LS engine.

[@thangamajig]

The flow happens past that opening in the head.

[@kennethlaster4850]

I would imagine engineers that change companies have to sign a non-disclosure agreement also.