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Now on top of everything else, looks like I have blown head gasket. I already plan on pulling the engine, replacing the oil pan with a 302-3, cutting out the mounts and installing the motor correctly. Relocating the PS and alternator, basically correcting all the crap the previous owner did wrong. I have been suspecting a head gasket issue, now I'm convinced.
The engine supposedly was built in 8/2018 and has like 1000 miles on it, the receipt says they surfaced the heads and block, so not sure whats up. Assuming I get in there and it only has a head gasket issue, what parts should be replaced vs reused? Do I just need to replace the head bolts? Lifters, push rods, everything else can be reused? I'll admit it, this is a big job for me, but I have no problem taking stuff apart and reassembling, I just don't know all the details. Will I need to adjust the rocker arms, or can I just bolt it all back together?
Any other suggestions or advise is really appreciated! Really, I have the tools, space, and ability, just don't know the details.
Engine Specs
1966 Chevelle
2002 Camaro SS (I was told)
5.7 LS1
Comp Cams 54-467-11 (Specs from Summit)
· Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.624 int./0.624 exh.
· Basic Operating RPM Range: 2,400-7,000
· Intake Duration at 050 inch Lift: 239
· Exhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift: 243
· Duration at 050 inch Lift: 239 int./243 exh.
243 Heads
· 2.04 Intake Valves
· 1.575 Exhaust Valves
· CNC Ported
LS6 Intake
42 LB/HR PERFORMANCE FUEL INJECTORS
Wiseco Pro Tru Street Pistons PTS523A903 (Do not know CR)
4l60e Transmission LS Streetfighter Torque Converter