The Last Step Before We Install Our LS Engine!

In this video, we’re prepping our LS 317 heads for installation onto our freshly rebuilt short block. We’ll be installing BTR .660 valve springs and getting these heads ready to handle boost on our upcoming turbo build.

💪 What you’ll see in this video:
- Installing BTR .660 valve spring kit on LS 317 heads
- Tips for first-time valve spring installation
- Preparing heads for install onto a rebuilt LS bottom end
- Mistakes we made and what we learned as first timers

🛠️ Why LS 317 heads?
These cathedral port heads are a budget-friendly option with strong potential for boosted applications. Combined with BTR .660 springs, they’ll handle our future cam swap and turbo setup with ease.

👉 Build Details:
Truck: 1996 Chevy C1500
Engine: 5.3 LS with 317 heads, built bottom end
Goals: Turbo drag & drive build

💬 Comment below:
What camshaft do you recommend for a turbo 5.3 build? Have you used BTR .660 springs on your LS setup?

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