Doing a cam what else should I consider
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Doing a cam what else should I consider
I have a buddy that is ASE certified and he gave me a proposal this weekend. He wants me to build a computer system and he is going to do a cam and pulley swap for me. I might jump into a LS6 intake not sure, what else should I consider while he is in there. Would the timing chain and oil pump be easily accessible?
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What cam did you end up going with? I'm sorry to state the obvious that I'm sure you already know, but don't forget matched springs and maybe pushrods for your set up. You could also add one of these.:
http://www.nastyperformance.com/2PeiceTimingCover.html
http://www.nastyperformance.com/2PeiceTimingCover.html
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From: Norcal
Originally Posted by madeouttaglass
What cam did you end up going with? I'm sorry to state the obvious that I'm sure you already know, but don't forget matched springs and maybe pushrods for your set up. You could also add one of these.:
http://www.nastyperformance.com/2PeiceTimingCover.html
http://www.nastyperformance.com/2PeiceTimingCover.html
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Originally Posted by kromberg
The LSA of the cam is the most important part of the cam that affects emissions. The wide the better( 115+ ).
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Originally Posted by teddyca
I have a buddy that is ASE certified and he gave me a proposal this weekend. He wants me to build a computer system and he is going to do a cam and pulley swap for me. I might jump into a LS6 intake not sure, what else should I consider while he is in there. Would the timing chain and oil pump be easily accessible?
Good luck!
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How about a set of heads?
If you add heads, then I would add lifters.
Certainly do the oil pump and timing chain while you are in there.
I have a new, never used, Rollmaster Double timing chain for sale if you are interested - I got it for a head/cam swap, but I've since decided to go another way, so it's for sale - PM me if interested
Depending on what cam you install, I would put in a set of hardended lifters. Also MUST do a NEW crank bolt - GM bolt's are a one time use deal so you gotta get a new one -
Underdrive pulleys?
Do you have headers? You'll need headers to get the most out of a cam set up I believe.
If you add heads, then I would add lifters.
Certainly do the oil pump and timing chain while you are in there.
I have a new, never used, Rollmaster Double timing chain for sale if you are interested - I got it for a head/cam swap, but I've since decided to go another way, so it's for sale - PM me if interested
Depending on what cam you install, I would put in a set of hardended lifters. Also MUST do a NEW crank bolt - GM bolt's are a one time use deal so you gotta get a new one -
Underdrive pulleys?
Do you have headers? You'll need headers to get the most out of a cam set up I believe.
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From: Norcal
Right now the only set of heads would be a pair of LS6 heads. There is a local pair available that I am still considering but we will see. Yes I have full exhaust. The list keeps getting bigger
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Get springs and pushrods....the stock ones suck. From your post you are looking to save money and not spend a whole lot, I wouldn't pin the crank....
that is totally not necessary. As for gaskets you don't HAVE to buy new ones the stockers are reusable and work fine. Get a LS2 timing chain, it is cheap and good insurance timing chain.
If you can swing it get a LS6 intake also.
that is totally not necessary. As for gaskets you don't HAVE to buy new ones the stockers are reusable and work fine. Get a LS2 timing chain, it is cheap and good insurance timing chain.If you can swing it get a LS6 intake also.
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Rod Bolts?
I'd think about rod bolts also. I did a H/C set up in June 06 and spun a rod bearing 3 weeks ago. From what I've read rod bolt can be a weak link in the early C5's.
Bob K.
BTW, I went with a LS2 402.
Bob K.
BTW, I went with a LS2 402.
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Originally Posted by Blue02ws6
Get springs and pushrods....the stock ones suck. From your post you are looking to save money and not spend a whole lot, I wouldn't pin the crank.... that is totally not necessary. As for gaskets you don't HAVE to buy new ones the stockers are reusable and work fine. Get a LS2 timing chain, it is cheap and good insurance timing chain.
If you can swing it get a LS6 intake also.
that is totally not necessary. As for gaskets you don't HAVE to buy new ones the stockers are reusable and work fine. Get a LS2 timing chain, it is cheap and good insurance timing chain.If you can swing it get a LS6 intake also.
Along with what is previously mentioned. 2002 or later LS6 heads and intake is a must! Also as mentioned a set of long tube headers to uncap the new power you'll have (there are places to get a smog with L/T headers) hi-flo cats, X-pipe and Ti mufflers.Go for it
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From: Shreveport LA
Originally Posted by Bob K
I'd think about rod bolts also. I did a H/C set up in June 06 and spun a rod bearing 3 weeks ago. From what I've read rod bolt can be a weak link in the early C5's.
Bob K.
BTW, I went with a LS2 402.
Bob K.
BTW, I went with a LS2 402.
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There are some cams out there that make good power won't result in a tattle tale idle in the Republik of Kalifornia. The TR Old Man Cam, CheaTR come to mind along with several others. Some will likely depend on what you can get through emissions. The CheaTR was also designed with the stock exhaust manifolds in mind.
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From: dudley MA
Originally Posted by kromberg
The LSA of the cam is the most important part of the cam that affects emissions. The wide the better( 115+ ).
Keith
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I wouldnt go higher than a 224 duration if you have to have the (banana in the tailpipe) g5x3 is a big cam and needs a great tune. i had a tr224, fm10, fm14, fm6 and now a custon 228 232 comp xe-r. for my tastes, unless you have ITB's,i wouldnt go over a 228. with a killer set of heads and a 228 cam 450rwhp+ through 4.10's ,6sp,will be doable
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Originally Posted by 94legaleagle
How about a set of heads?
If you add heads, then I would add lifters.
Certainly do the oil pump and timing chain while you are in there.
I have a new, never used, Rollmaster Double timing chain for sale if you are interested - I got it for a head/cam swap, but I've since decided to go another way, so it's for sale - PM me if interested
Depending on what cam you install, I would put in a set of hardended lifters. Also MUST do a NEW crank bolt - GM bolt's are a one time use deal so you gotta get a new one -
Underdrive pulleys?
Do you have headers? You'll need headers to get the most out of a cam set up I believe.
If you add heads, then I would add lifters.
Certainly do the oil pump and timing chain while you are in there.
I have a new, never used, Rollmaster Double timing chain for sale if you are interested - I got it for a head/cam swap, but I've since decided to go another way, so it's for sale - PM me if interested
Depending on what cam you install, I would put in a set of hardended lifters. Also MUST do a NEW crank bolt - GM bolt's are a one time use deal so you gotta get a new one -
Underdrive pulleys?
Do you have headers? You'll need headers to get the most out of a cam set up I believe.
Hardened pushrods? James
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Originally Posted by teddyca
Right now the only set of heads would be a pair of LS6 heads. There is a local pair available that I am still considering but we will see. Yes I have full exhaust. The list keeps getting bigger