what valve springs u guys running?

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10-25-2009, 09:09 PM
Sargen

Before I read this thread I have puchased the Z06 Yellows, now, after I just ordered Patriot Performance 8401 Kit. Thanks for stopping me from making a big mistake, lol. Z06 springs for sale, lol!
10-25-2009, 11:47 PM
phantom405

the yellow z06 springs are just fine for cams under .570 lift...how many have you actually heard of failing?
10-25-2009, 11:59 PM
Sargen

Whos said I was going under .570 of lift? I dont know what cam yet, now I can get whatever I want and not have to worry. Only takes one to take out a piston, valve, head, cylinder.
10-26-2009, 01:22 AM
phantom405

it was simply a statement there cowboy...

also know that these dual springs put added stress on your valvetrain that could also lead to premature failure. just because you have the best/most expensive parts doesn't necessarily mean you don't have to worry. ANY part CAN fail
10-26-2009, 10:29 AM
txarkitekt

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Originally Posted by parker

it was simply a statement there cowboy...

also know that these dual springs put added stress on your valvetrain that could also lead to premature failure. just because you have the best/most expensive parts doesn't necessarily mean you don't have to worry. ANY part CAN fail

True, dual springs are more stiff, which causes extra stresses, but that is why you upgrade your retainers, pushrods, and lifters in conjunction with the springs to make sure the risk of failure is less.

Also true: Any part can fail, but dual springs act like insurance for your valvetrain...if one spring fails, there is a second one to take over and not let a catastrophe happen. :twocents:
10-26-2009, 10:31 AM
txarkitekt

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Originally Posted by parker

the yellow z06 springs are just fine for cams under .570 lift...how many have you actually heard of failing?

I have never heard of Z06 springs failing--even when they are used on .590 - .600 lift cams. Yes, its true--there are some people out there who have done this and gotten away with it...for now. When you take a mechanical part and push it past its recommended operating range, it can hold up to a point...but eventually it will fail.
10-26-2009, 11:44 AM
phantom405

^^^don't tell anybody but i agree with every word you said :D
10-26-2009, 08:52 PM
Sargen

Quote:

Originally Posted by parker

it was simply a statement there cowboy...

also know that these dual springs put added stress on your valvetrain that could also lead to premature failure. just because you have the best/most expensive parts doesn't necessarily mean you don't have to worry. ANY part CAN fail

I didnt indend to sound angry, i appologize. No hurt feelings. And they really wernt that expensive, summit has some amazing deals.
10-26-2009, 08:58 PM
txarkitekt

Whatever. My feelings were hurt real bad by that. I actually cried myself to sleep last night because of it. :cry:

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10-26-2009, 09:26 PM
WARLOCK

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Originally Posted by Sargen

I didnt indend to sound angry, i appologize. No hurt feelings. And they really wernt that expensive, summit has some amazing deals.

What did you end up paying?

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