maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

I'm getting a parts list together for my H/C swap and would like some input on what's needed, what's not, and what's missing.

Definite -
Heads
Camshaft
Head Bolts
Head Gaskets
Header Gaskets
Lifters
Valve Springs/retainers/Locks/seals
Camshaft Bolts
Timing Set
ARP Crankbolt
Pushrods
Comp Trunion Upgrade
Oil Pump
Injectors
Spark Plugs
Engine Oil
Oil Filter
Engine Coolant
Thermostat
LS2 Water Pump (for future FAST 102)
O-Ring for Oil Pickup Tube
Paper Towels
Loctite
ARP Thread Sealer
ARP Assy Lube
Brake Cleaner


Are the items below needed?
Lifter Trays
Valve Cover Gaskets
Camshaft Retainer Plate/Seal
Cam Retainer Plate Bolts
Throttle Body Gasket
Cam Install Gasket Kit
Timing Cover Gasket
Valley Cover Gasket
Knock Sensor Grommet
Intake Manifold Gasket Set
Head Alignment Dowels
Head Steam Vent Gaskets
Front Crankshaft Seal

Harmonic Balancer Installer
Deep 27mm Socket
Cam Degree Wheel

THANKS!

smws6ta

iTrader: (5)

Some of your questions have many answers. it will help if you can give a little more info

What kinda block are you doing this to? Not all builds are equal or right for your intentions.





1st question what's your goal? What do you want track only, street, dd?

You can build a track monster but can't drive it to work.

Other questions are budget & ability.

How much you are willing to spend?

Can you do the work? have the tools & knowledge?

Answer these and you'll start getting some suggestions.

maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

I didn't ask for suggestions. I asked for a parts list. The parts I'm asking about are really just gaskets and tools, not expensive

FormulaTA327

get new knock sensors while your in there, and maybe one of those pushrod tools to make sure you get the right length pushrods

David Q

You will also need a puller for the balancer and a set of metric line wrenches. I would replace all gaskets on all of the mating surfaces of every part you remove. Gaskets are cheap and you don't want to spend all that time just to have to tear it back down because of a leak somewhere. You will also need a valve spring compression tool to compress the springs to remove old retainers. Replace the belts and hoses while you are in there. LS1howto.com has lots of useful information about bolt locations and torque specs for the tear down and reassemble. FWIW when reinstalling the balancer,clean the balancer and put it in the over at 300* for about 15 min. Get it nice and warm and it will help with getting it back on the crank without too much trouble. Do not use your new balancer bolt for the install you will risk stripping the threads on the crank and then you will be fucked like a tied goat. Good luck with the install.

maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

Good idea with heating the balancer. I know not to use the bolt to pull it on.

What gasket kit do I need? I already bought water pump gaskets.

Rise of the Phoenix

iTrader: (27)

Since I already had head gaskets, I bought the cam install gasket/bolt kit from Texas Speed. Has everything you need.

maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

Do I need new lifter trays?
What about Valve Cover Gaskets?
Camshaft Retainer Plate/Seal?
Cam Retainer Plate Bolts?
Throttle Body Gasket?
Valley Cover Gasket?
Knock Sensor Grommet?
Intake Manifold Gasket Set?
Head Alignment Dowels?
Head Steam Vent Gaskets?

Undertow74

iTrader: (45)

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maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

Really? Why don't the 'How To's' or gasket kits include any of these?

Undertow74

iTrader: (45)

why replace half the stuff when you already have it all torn down, easier to replace it all at the same time so no questions asked.

batboy

iTrader: (6)

Definitely get new lifter trays. Don't forget antifreeze, oil, and oil filter.

maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

Yep, I have all that stuff on the list. It was more the gaskets I'm questioning.
Cam Retainer Plate Bolts?
Throttle Body Gasket?
Valley Cover Gasket?
Knock Sensor Grommet?
Intake Manifold Gasket Set?
Head Alignment Dowels?
Head Steam Vent Gaskets?
Valve cover gaskets?

It just doesn't seem like most people replace all these and I'd rather not replace parts I don't have to.

maxpower_454

iTrader: (7)

What timing set should I go with? An LS2 or a comp double roller?

http://www.texas-speed.com/p-651-gm-...chain-set.aspx
http://www.texas-speed.com/p-2280-co...-sprocket.aspx

batboy

iTrader: (6)

All of those things are reuseable. Why would you take the valley cover off?

Grimes

iTrader: (3)

agree with the knock sensors. also, you can lay down a bead of rtv silicone around the knock sensor plugs so that water cannot get down and damage the sensors. I had to remove my intake to repair those damn things!