tylerdustin2008

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Hello.

I am buying a completely tore down lq4 on Wednesday, and am needing a few questions answered.

Everything is included with the motor, but since the motor is tore down I think it would just be wise to rebuild it.

First question, is where can I find a rebuild kit decently priced?

Since this will be my first complete engine rebuild, does anyone have any links to where I can see a complete rebuild on this motor, or even LS1/LS2?

Also what some good material to use to rebuild the motor, such as a book, or a dvd.

Thanks allot.

Tyler

NemeSS

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What yr lq4? A .030 overbore rebuild with replacement pistons is a good start

tylerdustin2008

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The motor is a 2004.

The motor is actually really clean, main bearings look great, piston walls are very smooth.

96lt4c4

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Is there a lip at the top of the bores? You may be able to run it like it is. Why was it pulled? How many miles?

tylerdustin2008

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It was pulled because it had sat for a little while and a ring had stuck. Yes the lip is still there. 60k.

96lt4c4

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If the walls are not scarred up you may be able to slightly hone it and re-ring it. If you are on a budget.

tylerdustin2008

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They are not scarred at ALL.

So what are some recommend rebuild kits?

Edit: Didn't know the past tense of "scar" was spelled with two "r's".

tylerdustin2008

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I'm sure its me, but I can not seem to find a single damn thread, or video where someone has tore down a motor. And then rebuilt it, I am a visual learner.

96lt4c4

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I dont have much experience with building LS motors yet. But, I have built plenty of small block chevys. The last kit I bought was form CNC Motorsports. I am sure any of the vendors on this site can help you out.

I think you have to use the LS1 crank.

tylerdustin2008

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I am am going to use the stock Lq4 crank, because it looks fairly good.

Plus I've did a rough price mock up last night, I am looking at $6,000.

I am buying the motor tomorrow, so I am going to give it a good look over. And then start ordering parts.

But see my main problem is not being able to find **** in a kit.

But to double check, will all of these bearings work?

Main Bearings

Rod bearings

Cam Bearings

Also whats a good gasket kit, I do not want cheap gaskets.

ls1leadfoot

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i got a lq4 outta a junk yard for a deal man...truck was a 2001 and had sat for 2 years...took it to a shop to do rebuild on the bottom end and turned out great....only thing i wish i had done was go with flat top pistons instead of the factory -2cc disc...so as another member said....why not 408ci
gaskets depend on the pistons too...if you deck your heads you will need a diff. thickness/better gasket with flat top pistons...but if you leave them in your comp. will be around 9:5:1 i think....also cnc motorsports has good prices too!!!
glw build

tylerdustin2008

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I'm leaving the motor the way it is. Perfect motor for a turbo, so about 2 months after I finish my build I am going to aim for 8psi, and leave it at that goal of 550 to the rear wheels.

ls1leadfoot

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that sounds like a good plan LOL
good luck bro

tylerdustin2008

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Thanks.

Are those bearings above correct and suitable for my purpose?

96lt4c4

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Call Texas Speed and Performance. They have GM gasket kits.

NemeSS

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If u plan on turbo. Just get the 7 layer mls gm ls9 gaskets. Designed for forced induction by the general. Less than or round 100$ shipped from gmpartsdirect or other gm sources

tylerdustin2008

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Gmpartsdirect is confusing. You have to know parts numbers, and the search auction they do have shows about a quarter of the parts they should.

NemeSS

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Or just get from SDPC or TSP in Texas they are both sponsors on here. And it's a popular gasket for forced induction builds

tylerdustin2008

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I think I will give them a call and get a price quote.

tylerdustin2008

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So does anyone have any links to videos or walk-throughs on a ls engine tear down and build up?