Need some advice
Jan 27, 2016 | 05:17 PM
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Need some advice
So im installing a cam on an c6 ls3 are there any minor upgrades i should get while i have the car apart that will benefit me?
Jan 27, 2016 | 09:48 PM
Burning Brakes
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Because OEM dampers have such a bad (rep)
Harmonic Damper, it will be off anyway! ..... (Balancer)
Jan 27, 2016 | 09:54 PM
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From: Hinesville GA
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HK770
Because OEM dampers have such a bad (rep)
Harmonic Damper, it will be off anyway! ..... (Balancer)
Thanks, anyone else have any additions?
Jan 27, 2016 | 10:09 PM
Burning Brakes
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Too depending on car mileage, you might consider oil pump and roller chain.
You will need a new crank bolt because they are one time use! (Torque to yield)
Jan 27, 2016 | 10:16 PM
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Too depending on car mileage, you might consider oil pump and roller chain.
You will need a new crank bolt because they are one time use! (Torque to yield)
pm'd
Jan 28, 2016 | 08:43 AM
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chain dampner
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PatrickD.
So im installing a cam on an c6 ls3 are there any minor upgrades i should get while i have the car apart that will benefit me?
install new LS2-LS7 timing chain dampener versus complicated failure prone LS3 tensioner.inexpensive insurance.new o-ring on oil pickup tube
Jan 28, 2016 | 02:12 PM
Burning Brakes
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PM.... answered
luck in all things.... HK
Feb 9, 2016 | 10:10 PM
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PM.... answered
luck in all things.... HK
Thanks for your help man
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