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Old 12-07-2008, 02:09 PM
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Default LS7 cam in an LS1??
This may be a stupid question but Ive heard the LS7 cam will NOT work in an LS1???

In the middle of a 6.0 swap and trying to deceide on a cam and thought it wouold be cool to have a Sleeper...

WILL IT WORK??
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no, an ls7 cam will not work in your motor.
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no, an ls7 cam will not work in your motor.
Ok... Why not...?
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LS7 is a GEN 4 engine........with a one bolt cam.......not a 3 bolt as on GEN 3 engines
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Originally Posted by NateZQ8
LS7 is a GEN 4 engine........with a one bolt cam.......not a 3 bolt as on GEN 3 engines
OH, ok..

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thats odd. Aren't LS2's gen 4's that use 01 ZO6 cams?
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Would it work with the proper Timing Sprocket?
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Would it work with the proper Timing Sprocket?
it could be made to work, i do not think it will be worth while.
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what would be the point if it could work. i don't know the specs but i would assume that anyone of the man after market cams would be more worth your while
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LS7 Cam:
211/230, .591/.591, couldn't find an LSA..
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It would be a cool sleeper cam.. higher lift.. decent exhaust duration, and I think its on a 117lsa..
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