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Installed a LS2 timing chain and its seems loose, is this ok?

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Old 06-21-2005, 06:51 PM
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Default Installed a LS2 timing chain and its seems loose, is this ok?

I'm in the middle of a cam install and I installed an LS2 timing chain. The chain has about a 1/2" movement. I thought I read on this site that that much movement is ok, but I can't find that post anywhere. Can anyone confirm that this much movement is ok?

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Dont sweat it, you dont want it tight like a guitar string!!
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Ive heard that it has some play to it. I wouldnt worry about it. Im getting ready to do mine and thats what im going with.
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I just installed a LS2 chain on a guys car this weekend. First problem I noticed is that you MUST have the chain on the bottom gear when you tighten the oil pump down. I did not and it got wedged in there. Had to loosen the pump to get the chain to move. You do not need to do this on a LS1 chain.
This one fit exactly like a LS1 chain. Not too lose, not too tight. In fact, I am now going to use one on my motor. It's a beefy sucker.
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Yeap normal. Too tight is not good IMO (bearing wear)
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