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Old 02-28-2008, 05:33 PM
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Are all these the parts I need to install for a successful cam set-up. Also what other parts do I need besides and ls6 ported oil pump and ls2 timing chain? PLEASE I NEED HELP? GIVE ME SOME WISDOM
Does MPH motorsports have a good package $649.00?it comes with
Patriot Dual Extreme Springs
Super 7 Locks
Titanium Retainers
Machined Bases
Viton Rubber Intake/Exhaust Seals
Cam Swap Gasket Package
Water Pump Gaskets
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Comp Cams Custom Grind Camshaft
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I've been doing a lot of research regarding cams and maybe heads.


The package you have listed seems competitive by the time you add the oil pump.


There are several vendors on LS1Tech that offer competitive prices also.


You will also need the Crane valve spring compressor tool as well.




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Originally Posted by bearcatt
I've been doing a lot of research regarding cams and maybe heads.


The package you have listed seems competitive by the time you add the oil pump.


There are several vendors on LS1Tech that offer competitive prices also.


You will also need the Crane valve spring compressor tool as well.




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crane tool is nice, but not necessary. you can pick a single "general" one up at any local parts store. also a pulley puller, pen magnets or 5/16 dowels, fluids, all also available at the store
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Im not doing the install but what I was meaning is if in the cam package has all the neccessary upgrades for my valvetrain. Do I need to buy anything else for my valvetrain? Except oil pump and timing chain
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Did you have pushrods on your list ?



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what are the 5\16 rods for and how do you use them
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No i dont have pushrods, but thanks for telling me. ok hardened pushrods and what else?
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the rods are to slide in the two holes when you have your timing cover offf to keep the lifters from falling down into your crankcase.
Get some pushrods
And a ported ls6 oil pump is a good idea
timing chain
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Did we cover all I need for the valvetrain? I greatly appreciate your help! Man I love this forum!!!!!!
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You can go for some nice roller rockers, but those aren't mandatory.



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Originally Posted by Eatinstang4life
the rods are to slide in the two holes when you have your timing cover offf to keep the lifters from falling down into your crankcase.
Get some pushrods
And a ported ls6 oil pump is a good idea
timing chain
You can buy the tools from thunder racing to prevent that.
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Originally Posted by ccsanders01
what are the 5\16 rods for and how do you use them
The stock pushrods are 5/16, upgrading with a thicker walled chromolly
is cheap insurance to prevent bending the stockers. Due to the increased
lift thus, higher spring pressure.

Basically the upgraded pushrod will have similar dimensions to
the stock ones.



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