Texas Speed H-Beam Rod & JE 6.0 Truck Drop-In Piston Combo (TSP-JELQ9DROPIN) - GM 6.0L LQ4/LQ9
Upgrade your GM 6.0L truck engine with the strength and reliability of the Texas Speed H-Beam Rod and JE Drop-In Piston Combo. Engineered specifically for LQ4 and LQ9 applications, this rotating assembly package combines premium JE forged pistons with Texas Speed Super H-Beam connecting rods to create a powerful drop-in solution for street, boosted, or race builds. Designed to work with the factory GM truck crankshaft, this combo requires no balancing, making it an excellent choice for simplifying your engine build while supporting serious horsepower.
The included JE forged pistons are manufactured from durable 2618 alloy and feature a -4cc flat top design for excellent compression characteristics and strength under demanding conditions. Texas Speed Super H-Beam rods are constructed from heat-treated and stress-relieved 4340 steel and undergo a precision machining and honing process to ensure consistent roundness and reliability during installation. ARP L19 rod bolts provide exceptional clamping force, while the included rod bearings and file-fit ringset help streamline assembly for your next high-performance LS build.
Features
- Complete no-balance piston and rod combo for GM 6.0L LQ4 and LQ9 engines
- No balancing required with stock GM truck crankshaft
- JE forged 2618 alloy pistons designed for high-performance durability
- Texas Speed Super H-Beam connecting rods manufactured from 4340 steel
- ARP L19 rod bolts included for superior clamping force
- Rated for builds up to approximately 900 flywheel horsepower
- Precision-machined rods with multi-stage honing process
- Rod bearings and file-fit ringset included
- Excellent for naturally aspirated, boosted, nitrous, or street performance builds
Piston & Assembly Specifications
- Application: GM 6.0L LQ4/LQ9
- 4.000" Bore
- 1.300" Compression Height
- 3.622" Stroke
- .927" Wrist Pin Diameter
- -4cc Flat Top Design
- No Valve Reliefs
- File-Fit Ringset Included
- Rod Bearings Included
Technical Details
- Heat-treated and stress-relieved 4340 steel rod construction
- TSP Super H-Beam connecting rod design
- Rods are torqued, rough-honed, stress-relieved, and final-honed for maximum accuracy
- Designed to maintain proper roundness during final engine assembly
- Compatible with stock GM truck crankshaft without balancing
Important Notes
- Blocks utilizing piston oil squirters may require additional clearancing
- Ring gaps, piston-to-wall clearances, and bearing clearances must be verified before final assembly
- Verify piston-to-deck and piston-to-valve clearances for your cylinder head and gasket combination
- Follow ARP and Texas Speed torque specifications and recommended assembly lubricants during installation
- Improper clearance verification may result in engine damage
What's Included
- JE Direct Drop-In Forged Pistons, 2618 Alloy, 4.000" Bore, -4cc
- Texas Speed 6.125" Super H-Beam Connecting Rod Set with ARP L19 Bolts
- Rod Bearings
- File-Fit Ringset
- Installation and clearance reminder documentation
Fitment
- 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6.0L LQ4
- 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6.0L LQ4
- 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0L LQ4
- 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0L LQ4
- 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0L LQ4
- 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0L LQ4
- 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0L LQ4
- 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 6.0L LQ4
- 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Classic 6.0L LQ4
- 2002 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L LQ9
- 2003 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L LQ9
- 2004 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L LQ9
- 2005 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L LQ9
- 2006 Cadillac Escalade 6.0L LQ9
- 2002 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0L LQ9
- 2003 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0L LQ9
- 2004 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0L LQ9
- 2005 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0L LQ9
- 2006 Chevrolet Silverado SS 6.0L LQ9
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