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Old 02-16-2017, 11:32 AM
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Hi all,

2007 Corvette - LS2, Manual transmission.

Located in Medway MA and I'm tackling my first ever heads/cam job, and planning to DIY it. I'm pretty mechanically inclined, have air tools/specialty tools, and what I think are all the parts to do the job. I also have a heated garage. What I don't have is someone who has some knowledge they could share to maybe make sure I don't screw something up. Wondering if anyone has any interest in maybe providing some help or just a set of eyes familiar with the job. I'll buy the beer/food, and if you know how to drive, can offer you a shared track day with me at Thompson Speedway in CT in my dedicated road racing car in exchange for the help.

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Might help to confirm your location so folks know how far out you may be. Good luck, I'll be tackling the same in the up coming month.
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Great point, thank you. Edited post.
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Mike Forte...Forte Parts - Framingham....great guy helped me out on a cam swap on an ERA Cobra i had...he has a full machine shop and engine dyno
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It would also be helpful to know which generation/engine you'll be working on. I'm familiar with the traditional Chevy small block, but have little experience with LS motors. I'll be looking to do a cam swap in my C6 at some point myself. I've done plenty of heads/cams on traditional SBC's, i'm assuming the fundamental's carry over to the LS motor. I'll be looking into buying an LS tech manual on Amazon or something, soon, to get me up to speed.
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Originally Posted by KGS365
Mike Forte...Forte Parts - Framingham....great guy helped me out on a cam swap on an ERA Cobra i had...he has a full machine shop and engine dyno
Does he have a chasis dyno. I need to check my Hp and air fuel mixtures. Planning on head and carb swaps and want some before and afters.

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LT1 350cu/ 330 hp

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but call him he may know of one...Mike used to race a 70's camaro back in the day...he knows his bow ties....call him he doesn't charge for information!



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Does he have a chasis dyno. I need to check my Hp and air fuel mixtures. Planning on head and carb swaps and want some before and afters.

68 vette
LT1 350cu/ 330 hp
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Ill look him up this week

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