hotcam experts please?
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hotcam experts please? Want to order a 218/227 112lsa hotcam. Found a kit with ls6 springs for around $400..will I need a different length pushrods for this application?
Seems like an affordable cam to install on a weekend here soon...not looking for big power gains..just something to give it some grunt on the weekends when I'm able to drive it..
Seems like an affordable cam to install on a weekend here soon...not looking for big power gains..just something to give it some grunt on the weekends when I'm able to drive it..
Stock is actually 7.385" gauge length. As I recall, with the hot cam, you can re-use your existing pushrods. However, if you upgrade, get the stiffer 11/32" OD pushrods. If you are on a budget, just re-use your stock ones and make sure to keep them in the correct location and orientation when you remove them for re-installation. Same goes for the rockers.
Rather than spend the money on a hot cam, an new timing chain and oil pump would be a better way to spend funds while it is apart.
Rather than spend the money on a hot cam, an new timing chain and oil pump would be a better way to spend funds while it is apart.
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thanks guys. I did some research and found out the specs on the hotcam would actually work with the lift of the stock springs...but wouldnt be a good idea? I've heard people use the stock springs with them with no problems but end up swapping it out after a while anyways.
i know enough not to use the stock springs (from all the research) but knowing the max lift it just fine for this cam, stumps me on why they ARENT such a good idea?
i know enough not to use the stock springs (from all the research) but knowing the max lift it just fine for this cam, stumps me on why they ARENT such a good idea?
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Verdad Gallardo thanks guys. I did some research and found out the specs on the hotcam would actually work with the lift of the stock springs...but wouldnt be a good idea? I've heard people use the stock springs with them with no problems but end up swapping it out after a while anyways.
i know enough not to use the stock springs (from all the research) but knowing the max lift it just fine for this cam, stumps me on why they ARENT such a good idea?
i know enough not to use the stock springs (from all the research) but knowing the max lift it just fine for this cam, stumps me on why they ARENT such a good idea?
for what its worth, I bought a new 224r cam and 918 comp springs on the for sale board for $400 shipped. There are deals out there if you're not in a rush to get something.
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http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...ductId=2345758
heres my best bet for the cam. and then order some ls6 springs
again, not looking for much of a power gain, just breaking the virgin ls1 experience. ive had plenty of work with sbc/pushrod engines, but then again, not rushing, so getting some advice from all of you wont hurt a bit, thanks
heres my best bet for the cam. and then order some ls6 springs
again, not looking for much of a power gain, just breaking the virgin ls1 experience. ive had plenty of work with sbc/pushrod engines, but then again, not rushing, so getting some advice from all of you wont hurt a bit, thanks
Go to the SDPC web site and look for the GMPP Hot Cam kit for the LS1. Here is the link: SDPC Hot Cam Kit
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http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...ductId=2345758
heres my best bet for the cam. and then order some ls6 springs
again, not looking for much of a power gain, just breaking the virgin ls1 experience. ive had plenty of work with sbc/pushrod engines, but then again, not rushing, so getting some advice from all of you wont hurt a bit, thanks
heres my best bet for the cam. and then order some ls6 springs
again, not looking for much of a power gain, just breaking the virgin ls1 experience. ive had plenty of work with sbc/pushrod engines, but then again, not rushing, so getting some advice from all of you wont hurt a bit, thanks
It looks like SDPC is $10 cheaper than JEGS on the kit you need. You can reuse your stock pushrods with the hot cam. If you've worked on SBCs, I think you'll appreciate some of the stuff GM has done with the LS1 in terms of overall design (especially when it comes to setting valve lash). Read up on how to install a cam in one of these motors and you'll be fine.
I suggest changing the cam, springs, retainers, and valve seals while you are doing it. Its apart, might as well install new stuff. My pushrods were all straight so we reused them. Depending on mileage you may want to do a new oil pump (it is coming off anyway). I also had my LS6 intake and underdrive pulley done at the same time. I took a while and got all the parts togther. All of them had to come off, and the new parts were ready to go on. Got it all done at the same time.
If I had to do it again, I would have replaced the knock sensores and oil pressure sending unit at the same time. Had to go back and get them done later.
If I had to do it again, I would have replaced the knock sensores and oil pressure sending unit at the same time. Had to go back and get them done later.