Do LS series main caps get out of shape like Gen1 SBC caps

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05-13-2010, 04:47 PM

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Do LS series main caps get out of shape like Gen1 SBC caps

..when adding main studs requiring an align hone? if so, ill just go with stock studs/bolts. thanks.

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05-13-2010, 05:51 PM

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yes you need to align hone the block. it is different torque specs.

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05-13-2010, 07:30 PM

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yes you need to align hone the block. it is different torque specs.

alright, because i was reading on here somewhere an engine builder was pointing out the sbc caps deform more and need a line hone or something or other. thanks.

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05-15-2010, 05:49 PM

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My machine shop was wondering the same thing, and yes they do deform when you use studs, If you want to run main studs you will need a line hone.

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