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Jun 22, 2002 | 10:25 PM

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lets talk timing chains

ok im getting a Xtreme 224 .563 114 cam and a Katech oil pump. I was wondering do i need to do the timing chain or not?

i have 37k on my 98. What should I do? Can i just get a new chain or what? How much is just the chain gonna run if that would work, and who has it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" />

im on a budget here and if i really dont need it ill get it this fall. My cuz does all of my work so i get VERY good install prices <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="gr_images/icons/cool.gif" /> so i can do it later...

Jun 22, 2002 | 10:29 PM

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bahh. do the install yourself farmboy.. That's half the fun of it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" />

Jun 22, 2002 | 10:57 PM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by 98blackSS:
bahh. do the install yourself farmboy.. That's half the fun of it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" /> <hr /></blockquote>ill be assisting, i just want lift access <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" /> <img border="0" title="" alt="[Razz]" src="gr_tounge.gif" />

Jun 23, 2002 | 01:45 PM

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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NastyC5:
Get the Katech (JWIS) chain from Katech for $110 + shipping. Best chain out there.<hr /></blockquote>thats just the chain right? and it will hook right up to where the stock one went right?

Jun 23, 2002 | 01:56 PM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

Yes, same size as stock. Should be considered a minimum upgrade for Cam installs.

FWIW, I hear aftermarket springs and downshifting contributes to most stock chain breakages. I forget the reason why with the springs.

Jun 23, 2002 | 02:40 PM

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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by MelloYellow:
Yes, same size as stock. Should be considered a minimum upgrade for Cam installs.

FWIW, I hear aftermarket springs and downshifting contributes to most stock chain breakages. I forget the reason why with the springs.<hr /></blockquote>is this assumeing that you're putting the car in gear releasing the clutch, instead of putting it in gear and heal-toe shifting? And how can you prevent it? Just the chain?

Jun 23, 2002 | 03:30 PM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

IMO, the Rollmaster double roller is the *best* set-up available for the LS1. Hard to believe any single chain can be stronger, less prone to stretching (more reliable for timing), or more resistant to harmonics than twins.

And, the Rollmaster is inexpensive, too.

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Jun 24, 2002 | 12:12 AM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

Get the Katech (JWIS) chain from Katech for $110 + shipping. Best chain out there.

Jun 24, 2002 | 12:16 AM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

is it just a replacement for the stock one??! do you need further job for it other that installation??

Jun 24, 2002 | 06:57 AM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

I have plans to install a cam shortly also, still need to zero in on a specific cam, but does anyone know where to order one of the double set chains, or the rollermaster? Thanks.

Jun 24, 2002 | 09:35 AM

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SLPs double chain is the rollmaster <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" />

Jun 24, 2002 | 11:41 AM

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ARE sells the Rollmaster, too. For less than SLP.

Jun 24, 2002 | 11:57 AM

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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NVE THIS:
I have plans to install a cam shortly also, still need to zero in on a specific cam, but does anyone know where to order one of the double set chains, or the rollermaster? Thanks.<hr /></blockquote>check your PM <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" />

Jun 25, 2002 | 09:49 PM

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Re: lets talk timing chains

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NastyC5:
Get the Katech (JWIS) chain from Katech for $110 + shipping. Best chain out there.<hr /></blockquote>is it a double chain?? does it come in complete set! I looked at their website and didn't find it!

Jun 25, 2002 | 10:39 PM

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<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by The Emperor Of Darkness:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by NastyC5:
Get the Katech (JWIS) chain from Katech for $110 + shipping. Best chain out there.<hr /></blockquote>is it a double chain?? does it come in complete set! I looked at their website and didn't find it!<hr /></blockquote>i dont think its a double chain?? anyone else know for sure? I may go with the rollmaster now cause i see ls1speed sells that also for 159.. 40 bucks more and i know she wont break <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" />