Is a L76 a LS2?

The L76 is an adapted version of the LS2, featuring new rectangle port cylinder heads and Active Fuel Management (AFM). The L76 was available in the Pontiac G8 GT from 2007-09. It was also used in some Australian Holden cars.

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Is the L76 a LS2 or LS3?

The L76 is a LS2 bottom end with L92 heads and an LS3 intake manifold. It also has DoD/AFM.

Whats better LS2 or L98?

In stock form, the L98 produces less power than the similar LS2 engine due to the more conservative camshaft design. With equal cam profiles, the L98 outperforms the LS2 thanks to the superior head flow. These engines are what you will find in most VE Holden Commodores.

What heads came on the L76?

The Gen IV 6.0L (L76) is fitted with high-flow cylinder heads, based on those developed for the high-performance LS2 and LS6 car V8s. These heads have offset rockers, like those in the LS7.

What’s the difference between L76 and L77?

The L77 is a newer version of the L76 with added Flex-Fuel capability. First offered in 2011, it came in the Australia’s Holden VE2/VF, and the Chevrolet Caprice PPV (read: cop car special) through 2017. The L77 makes 362 horsepower and it’s a workhorse.

What is the difference between L76 and L77?

Is the LS2 a small block?

The LS2 is a Gen. 4, 6.0L, aluminum small block engine.

Does the L76 have AFM?

Upgrading the L76 Car Engine’s Camshaft and Valvetrain As we mentioned earlier, the engine came with AFM—which is known to fail. If your engine is in good running condition now, you can install an AFM disabler. If a lifter is already failing, it’s best to go with an AFM delete kit.

What’s the difference between an LS6 and an LS2?

The LS2 used the same cathedral port heads as the LS6 . The L76 and L77 used the same rectangle port heads as the LY6 and L96 and L92 and L9H .. What’s the difference? The easiest way to tell the difference is to check the 8th digit of the VIN code. Follow this link to Identify an LS Engine by VIN.

What is the difference between an L98 and LS2 engine?

What is the difference between the Lexus L98 and L76?

The L98 still retains a capacity of 6.0 litres, as well as the high-flowing rectangular port cylinder heads from the LS3/L76. Thanks to a slightly more aggressive cam profile than the L76, the L98 produces 270kW. In stock form, the L98 produces less power than the similar LS2 engine due to the more conservative camshaft design.

The L77 was the Police car version of the L76. It added flex fuel capability. It was available in the Caprice PPV from 2011-17. It was also used in some Australian vehicles between 2011-15.