Head/cam parts list help!
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Head/cam parts list help!
Hi guys and gals!
I'm about to embark on my heads and cam adventure, and I thought I might ask the question to ensure I have everything I need. Here's my list, what am I missing?
ported and polished LS6 heads w/upgraded springs and retainers
new comp cam
new comp lifters
new comp chromemoly pushrods
HS upgraded rocker arms
new Melling oil pump
new double roller timing chain
underdrive pulley
Dynatech long tube headers
exhaust gaskets
header bolts
head gaskets
new GM crank bolt
new GM head bolts
30# injectors
160 Tstat
I'm also replacing the water pump (and gaskets). What about knock sensors? Thanks for the help, I'm sure I'll need more in the next few weeks as I tear this thing apart!
Scatter'd
I'm about to embark on my heads and cam adventure, and I thought I might ask the question to ensure I have everything I need. Here's my list, what am I missing?
ported and polished LS6 heads w/upgraded springs and retainers
new comp cam
new comp lifters
new comp chromemoly pushrods
HS upgraded rocker arms
new Melling oil pump
new double roller timing chain
underdrive pulley
Dynatech long tube headers
exhaust gaskets
header bolts
head gaskets
new GM crank bolt
new GM head bolts
30# injectors
160 Tstat
I'm also replacing the water pump (and gaskets). What about knock sensors? Thanks for the help, I'm sure I'll need more in the next few weeks as I tear this thing apart!
Scatter'd
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100% on the mark. I up-graded to ARP head studs and the ARP damper bolt and was very impressed with the quality and results of the product. Once you install those head studs,,,WOW,,,you wont question the price difference.
I also pinned the crank. I do not have a power adder (forced induction) and many people stated that unless you plan on going forced induction, pinning the crank was un-necessary. The process is remarkably SIMPLE and provides you the insurance that the damper CAN NOT spin on the crank snout and cause the bolt to come loose.
I also added a timing chain dampener. If you have the provisions and can find one,,,,,it is highly recommended to install one.
Lifter buckets: If you have an EARLY C5,,,look on the bottom of the lifter buckets and if it's got a 10 on the bottom,,,,replace them.
MLS head gaskets. If you have an early C5 that used a composite gasket, up-grade to MLS gaskets.
MAKE SURE that the head bolt holes are ABSOLUTELY clean and dry! If there are any liquid in the dead bolt holes,,,,you risk damaging the block when torquing the head bolts!
MAKE SURE that the timing chain cover gasket is on in the CORRECT orientation. If you don't,,,you will have a MASSIVE oil leak.
Good LUCK!
BC
I also pinned the crank. I do not have a power adder (forced induction) and many people stated that unless you plan on going forced induction, pinning the crank was un-necessary. The process is remarkably SIMPLE and provides you the insurance that the damper CAN NOT spin on the crank snout and cause the bolt to come loose.
I also added a timing chain dampener. If you have the provisions and can find one,,,,,it is highly recommended to install one.
Lifter buckets: If you have an EARLY C5,,,look on the bottom of the lifter buckets and if it's got a 10 on the bottom,,,,replace them.
MLS head gaskets. If you have an early C5 that used a composite gasket, up-grade to MLS gaskets.
MAKE SURE that the head bolt holes are ABSOLUTELY clean and dry! If there are any liquid in the dead bolt holes,,,,you risk damaging the block when torquing the head bolts!
MAKE SURE that the timing chain cover gasket is on in the CORRECT orientation. If you don't,,,you will have a MASSIVE oil leak.
Good LUCK!
BC
Last edited by Bill Curlee; Mar 27, 2009 at 06:29 AM.
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Hi guys and gals!
I'm about to embark on my heads and cam adventure, and I thought I might ask the question to ensure I have everything I need. Here's my list, what am I missing?
ported and polished LS6 heads w/upgraded springs and retainers
new comp cam
new comp lifters
new comp chromemoly pushrods
HS upgraded rocker arms
new Melling oil pump
new double roller timing chain
underdrive pulley
Dynatech long tube headers
exhaust gaskets
header bolts
head gaskets
new GM crank bolt
new GM head bolts
30# injectors
160 Tstat
I'm also replacing the water pump (and gaskets). What about knock sensors? Thanks for the help, I'm sure I'll need more in the next few weeks as I tear this thing apart!
Scatter'd
I'm about to embark on my heads and cam adventure, and I thought I might ask the question to ensure I have everything I need. Here's my list, what am I missing?
ported and polished LS6 heads w/upgraded springs and retainers
new comp cam
new comp lifters
new comp chromemoly pushrods
HS upgraded rocker arms
new Melling oil pump
new double roller timing chain
underdrive pulley
Dynatech long tube headers
exhaust gaskets
header bolts
head gaskets
new GM crank bolt
new GM head bolts
30# injectors
160 Tstat
I'm also replacing the water pump (and gaskets). What about knock sensors? Thanks for the help, I'm sure I'll need more in the next few weeks as I tear this thing apart!
Scatter'd
Lifter retainers
Adjustable pushrod
Degree kit
Timing cover gasket
Timing cover seal
2 Gallons Dexcool
2 Gallons distilled water
ARP bolts for cam retainer plate/cam gear (optional)
Timing chain damper (if you can find one - optional)
Digital camera (take photo's of wire routing, etc.)
Loctite (blue and red - verify freshness by date on tube which is first number and letter)
Redline Assembly Lube
New belts for UD pulley
Calibrated torque wrenches (in-lb and ft-lb)
Power steering fluid
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100% on the mark. I up-graded to ARP head studs and the ARP damper bolt and was very impressed with the quality and results of the product. Once you install those head studs,,,WOW,,,you wont question the price difference.
I also pinned the crank. I do not have a power adder (forced induction) and many people stated that unless you plan on going forced induction, pinning the crank was un-necessary. The process is remarkably SIMPLE and provides you the insurance that the damper CAN NOT spin on the crank snout and cause the bolt to come loose.
I also added a timing chain dampener. If you have the provisions and can find one,,,,,it is highly recommended to install one.
Lifter buckets: If you have an EARLY C5,,,look on the bottom of the lifter buckets and if it's got a 10 on the bottom,,,,replace them.
MLS head gaskets. If you have an early C5 that used a composite gasket, up-grade to MLS gaskets.
MAKE SURE that the head bolt holes are ABSOLUTELY clean and dry! If there are any liquid in the dead bolt holes,,,,you risk damaging the block when torquing the head bolts!
MAKE SURE that the timing chain cover gasket is on in the CORRECT orientation. If you don't,,,you will have a MASSIVE oil leak.
Good LUCK!
BC
I also pinned the crank. I do not have a power adder (forced induction) and many people stated that unless you plan on going forced induction, pinning the crank was un-necessary. The process is remarkably SIMPLE and provides you the insurance that the damper CAN NOT spin on the crank snout and cause the bolt to come loose.
I also added a timing chain dampener. If you have the provisions and can find one,,,,,it is highly recommended to install one.
Lifter buckets: If you have an EARLY C5,,,look on the bottom of the lifter buckets and if it's got a 10 on the bottom,,,,replace them.
MLS head gaskets. If you have an early C5 that used a composite gasket, up-grade to MLS gaskets.
MAKE SURE that the head bolt holes are ABSOLUTELY clean and dry! If there are any liquid in the dead bolt holes,,,,you risk damaging the block when torquing the head bolts!
MAKE SURE that the timing chain cover gasket is on in the CORRECT orientation. If you don't,,,you will have a MASSIVE oil leak.
Good LUCK!
BC
Have fun and post up the finished results!
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From: Cedarburg, WI
Power steering hose o-rings
Lifter retainers
Adjustable pushrod
Degree kit
Timing cover gasket
Timing cover seal
2 Gallons Dexcool
2 Gallons distilled water
ARP bolts for cam retainer plate/cam gear (optional)
Timing chain damper (if you can find one - optional)
Digital camera (take photo's of wire routing, etc.)
Loctite (blue and red - verify freshness by date on tube which is first number and letter)
Redline Assembly Lube
New belts for UD pulley
Calibrated torque wrenches (in-lb and ft-lb)
Power steering fluid
Lifter retainers
Adjustable pushrod
Degree kit
Timing cover gasket
Timing cover seal
2 Gallons Dexcool
2 Gallons distilled water
ARP bolts for cam retainer plate/cam gear (optional)
Timing chain damper (if you can find one - optional)
Digital camera (take photo's of wire routing, etc.)
Loctite (blue and red - verify freshness by date on tube which is first number and letter)
Redline Assembly Lube
New belts for UD pulley
Calibrated torque wrenches (in-lb and ft-lb)
Power steering fluid
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Melting Slicks
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Get back from AZ April 6th and will start my project then. I will be taking my time, and learning a lot, following steps etc. I want to do everything right. Plus I have a lot of parts to install. Don't expect to be done until beginning of May and I will be asking some questions and taking a lot of pictures!
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Once I get oil pressure and all sounds good I will be relieved! I may call on one of the local guys to help me fire it up to be safe!!
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100% on the mark. I up-graded to ARP head studs and the ARP damper bolt and was very impressed with the quality and results of the product. Once you install those head studs,,,WOW,,,you wont question the price difference.
I also pinned the crank. I do not have a power adder (forced induction) and many people stated that unless you plan on going forced induction, pinning the crank was un-necessary. The process is remarkably SIMPLE and provides you the insurance that the damper CAN NOT spin on the crank snout and cause the bolt to come loose.
I also added a timing chain dampener. If you have the provisions and can find one,,,,,it is highly recommended to install one.
Lifter buckets: If you have an EARLY C5,,,look on the bottom of the lifter buckets and if it's got a 10 on the bottom,,,,replace them.
MLS head gaskets. If you have an early C5 that used a composite gasket, up-grade to MLS gaskets.
MAKE SURE that the head bolt holes are ABSOLUTELY clean and dry! If there are any liquid in the dead bolt holes,,,,you risk damaging the block when torquing the head bolts!
MAKE SURE that the timing chain cover gasket is on in the CORRECT orientation. If you don't,,,you will have a MASSIVE oil leak.
Good LUCK!
BC
I also pinned the crank. I do not have a power adder (forced induction) and many people stated that unless you plan on going forced induction, pinning the crank was un-necessary. The process is remarkably SIMPLE and provides you the insurance that the damper CAN NOT spin on the crank snout and cause the bolt to come loose.
I also added a timing chain dampener. If you have the provisions and can find one,,,,,it is highly recommended to install one.
Lifter buckets: If you have an EARLY C5,,,look on the bottom of the lifter buckets and if it's got a 10 on the bottom,,,,replace them.
MLS head gaskets. If you have an early C5 that used a composite gasket, up-grade to MLS gaskets.
MAKE SURE that the head bolt holes are ABSOLUTELY clean and dry! If there are any liquid in the dead bolt holes,,,,you risk damaging the block when torquing the head bolts!
MAKE SURE that the timing chain cover gasket is on in the CORRECT orientation. If you don't,,,you will have a MASSIVE oil leak.
Good LUCK!
BC
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From: Cedarburg, WI
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