plus raiding the front of engine a bit higher to clear rad mount...
Cam change?
Burning Brakes
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From: Shelby NC
Rad. has to come out and a/c condenser moved forward if a/c car--. Tight fit just know you may have to move some stuff forward.
Melting Slicks
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Drifting
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From: Springfield Illinois
Rio68 pretty much summed it up.. no matter what way you look at it will be a PITA.. its a vette. If you're willing to take engine out, prolly a good time to take it completely down. It would definitely tell you if there's work needed to be done.
Melting Slicks
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Le Mans Master
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From: Rockledge FL
Its just that this question comes up a lot and there is tons of information all over the site already. People kinda expect everyone to search as much as possible and then ask questions on what they dont understand.
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From: Russell Ontario
St. Jude Donor '09
I did the same just installed a comp cam,intake, runs like a charm , but if you remove the hood life gets easier, rad,fan, water, timing cover, gears and chain, and be carefull not to damage the cam bearings ,Ron