Taking Off The Heads Only...tech Help Please
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Taking Off The Heads Only...tech Help Please
I need to take off just the heads on my 2000 CORVETTE, anyone have a tech page for this? On LS1HOWTO.com it covers heads and cam install, but I need something that is more specific to just the heads, I know I don't need to remove everything (radiator, power steering rack, etc) to remove a head. Any help would be great.
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might wanna call up EG or Stangkiller..they seem to be taking everything apart lately..
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I've done it a few times. You'll still need to drain the coolant and pull the manifold and headers off. You should be able to do it in a couple of hours since you can leave the rad, rack and accesories in place.
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Originally Posted by Patches
I've done it a few times. You'll still need to drain the coolant and pull the manifold and headers off. You should be able to do it in a couple of hours since you can leave the rad, rack and accesories in place.
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You can still use the LS1howto instructions...just use what's applicable.
If something is in your way, remove it. If it's not, leave it alone.
BTW, did you get the CD?
If something is in your way, remove it. If it's not, leave it alone.
BTW, did you get the CD?
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Originally Posted by Y2Kvert4me
You can still use the LS1howto instructions...just use what's applicable.
If something is in your way, remove it. If it's not, leave it alone.
BTW, did you get the CD?
If something is in your way, remove it. If it's not, leave it alone.
BTW, did you get the CD?
I sure did thanks a bunch...looks like I will be looking up some parts this weekend.
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As Patches & Y2kvert4me said, drain coolant, remove alternator, loosen all the PS bracket bolts (it can be done it just takes patience), unbolt headers at head and unbolt from front bellhousing (no need to drop more than that), remove coilpacks and valve covers, remove rockers, remove pushrods, unbolt heads following reverse torque sequence.
Follow LS1HowTo.com instructions where appropriate.
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Follow LS1HowTo.com instructions where appropriate.
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Originally Posted by pewter99
might wanna call up EG or Stangkiller..they seem to be taking everything apart lately..
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
As Patches & Y2kvert4me said, drain coolant, remove alternator, loosen all the PS bracket bolts (it can be done it just takes patience), unbolt headers at head and unbolt from front bellhousing (no need to drop more than that), remove coilpacks and valve covers, remove rockers, remove pushrods, unbolt heads following reverse torque sequence.
Follow LS1HowTo.com instructions where appropriate.
EG
Follow LS1HowTo.com instructions where appropriate.
EG
I CALLED LIVERNOIS and if I have a bad valve (I am certain I don't) they told me it is not covered under any warranties, because the STAGE 1 heads are consider race heads.
And I have just over a 1,000 miles on this setup. 
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I'm not sure who you spoke with, but we stand behind our products. If there is indeed a problem with our workmanship or a valve give me a call and we'll inspect it and I'll make sure the problem is resolved at no cost to you.
Without actually hearing the car, the first thought that came to my mind when you said ticking was a lifter.
Let us know what happens
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Rick LeBlanc
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Without actually hearing the car, the first thought that came to my mind when you said ticking was a lifter.
Let us know what happens
Regards,
Rick LeBlanc
Livernois Motorsports
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Originally Posted by LivernoisMotorsports
I'm not sure who you spoke with, but we stand behind our products. If there is indeed a problem with our workmanship or a valve give me a call and we'll inspect it and I'll make sure the problem is resolved at no cost to you.
Without actually hearing the car, the first thought that came to my mind when you said ticking was a lifter.
Let us know what happens
Regards,
Rick LeBlanc
Livernois Motorsports
Without actually hearing the car, the first thought that came to my mind when you said ticking was a lifter.
Let us know what happens
Regards,
Rick LeBlanc
Livernois Motorsports
Was a bit struck by the call I had this morning.
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Found a really loose sparkplug and the tips on three of NGK plugs. Could this be the reason? We will soon find out.
I am going to put the car back together and see if this was the reason. THRUNDERRACING.com believes that this would be it...possible compression passing by. The plug was really really loose, I could turn it both ways with my fingers. I am working on it now.
Could this be the reason? We will soon find out. I am going to put the car back together and see if this was the reason. THRUNDERRACING.com believes that this would be it...possible compression passing by. The plug was really really loose, I could turn it both ways with my fingers. I am working on it now.