6.0 build and tranny questions

[ososlow1]

Ok I'm new here and need a little advice on my project. I have a 6.0L engine that needs a rebuild.(high milage) I'll be removing my 5.3L and replacing it with the 6.0L. I have a set of TSP Stage 2.5 317 heads (thanks Virgil) and will be installing the new FAST™ LSXRT™102mm Intake Manifold with a BBK 90mm T/B. I'm looking to build this engine as a daily driver so reliablity and cost are my prime concern. I was going to go with replacement cast pistons and just a general rebuild on the short block. I'd like some recommendations on a camshaft choice (was thinking about the chevy hot cam) but would like to retain my stock converter for towing. I currently have a 100hp NX kit with all the trimmings, 4/10 gears with auburn diff., shorty headers and KN cold air intake.
Now the tranny question......I have a 4L60E with the push button towing feature for the tranny. Do all trannies have this feature or do i need to take special care with this type.

[WARLOCK]

Ull prolly want to do an 80e swap my friend. That 60e wont last long behind your 6.0

[ososlow1]

Yeah Warlock i was going to do that at a later date but after reading a few comments from here i guess it will be sooner than later.
I have a rcsb so i guess i would need a shorten drive shaft for that swap?

[ff_jeff]

IMO you can keep the stock stall, and weather you have a medium cam or a stocker, you can still tow. If your droppin coin on a fast and heads, might as well have a pro spec you a cam for your needs. I have heard good things about Patrick G. Most people play lawn darts with cam choice.

[ososlow1]

Thank's , How would i contact this Patrick G.

[skeet]

Thank's , How would i contact this Patrick G.

go to ls1tech or performancetrucks.net and search patrick g you'll find him

or google

Guerra Motorsports Custom Camshaft Recommendation


ahh hell here ya go

Camshaft Help-LS1 Custom Cams-Guerra Motorsports-Patrick G cams

[ososlow1]

Damn Skeet thanks!!!!!!!!!

[txarkitekt]

...I was going to go with replacement cast pistons and just a general rebuild on the short block...

Ok, well get the LQ9 pistons then. Trust me. You'll thank me later.

...II'd like some recommendations on a camshaft choice (was thinking about the chevy hot cam) but would like to retain my stock converter for towing...

212/218 .559/.551 116 LSA. The GMPP Hot Cam would not be a wise choice for towing.

Ull prolly want to do an 80e swap my friend. That 60e wont last long behind your 6.0

+1.

...Most people play lawn darts with cam choice.

Yeah, if you are an idiot.

[ff_jeff]

Ok, well get the LQ9 pistons then. Trust me. You'll thank me later.



212/218 .559/.551 116 LSA. The GMPP Hot Cam would not be a wise choice for towing.



+1.



Yeah, if you are an idiot.

Then spec him a cam Tyler.

[txarkitekt]

Then spec him a cam Tyler.

Awwwww Jeffy...

I did.