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Old Jan 27, 2016 | 05:17 PM
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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?
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Because OEM dampers have such a bad (rep)


Harmonic Damper, it will be off anyway! ..... (Balancer)
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Because OEM dampers have such a bad (rep)


Harmonic Damper, it will be off anyway! ..... (Balancer)
Thanks, anyone else have any additions?
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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)
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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)
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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
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