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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 09:46 AM
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Just wondering how many people have used the information on this website for the different installation processes? If so, did you follow it word for word and have success on your f-body? Or were there times when you would have to deviate from the process because of misleading information?
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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 10:55 AM
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I hope it is pretty good info. I am going to use some of it this week when i change head gaskets. I have never done that on a v shape engine...so it should be fun.
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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 11:29 AM
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well ever little bit of information helps when it comes to utilizing this information, and if there is anything wrong in the process, please keep us posted. I am interested in following this information later down the road when I do some different upgrades to my car that he has listed.
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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 11:32 AM
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They are good guide lines. I still do my own research before starting a project.
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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 07:55 PM
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That's not a bad idea, but somethings are just hard to find, or you have people screaming at you to use the search button on here even though you have for hours and found nothing..
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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 09:43 PM
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It is basically good info from what I have found.
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Old Mar 30, 2008 | 09:44 PM
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I used it and didnt have any issues. Pretty clear cut instructions!!
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I used it for a basic go by on my H/C swap. I didn't follow it word for word but I'm also very mechanically inclined. It is a good place to get instruction if you aren't 100% sure about what your doing.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 08:03 AM
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We used that link for LS6 intake swap.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 10:45 AM
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i used the info to do my heads and cam install on my C5 and it helped 100%
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 10:51 AM
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the pictures help alot
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Between the pics and writeup, I used the whole thing for my cam swap. I had never done one before and it turned out successful, so IMO that says something about the writeup. If you can turn a wrench and follow directions, ls1howto.com is very useful. Make sure you have the right tools for the job, makes all the difference between smooth sailing and total disasters.

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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by lastcall190
Between the pics and writeup, I used the whole thing for my cam swap. I had never done one before and it turned out successful, so IMO that says something about the writeup. If you can turn a wrench and follow directions, ls1howto.com is very useful. Make sure you have the right tools for the job, makes all the difference between smooth sailing and total disasters.

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+1 ^^^^^^^ I did my cam swap using this web site and it was great.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 11:21 AM
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Good site to let you know what your up against, fairly good narrative. Definately can get the job done using the instructions but have a Hanes or Chiltons handy for torque specs and to verify a few things.

The other part is having the right tools for the job makes it one heck of a lot easier as well. Being organized, labeling things. Having more than one parts box to categorize as you take it apart really helps in putting it back together instead of one big pile.
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 11:24 AM
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except for minor differences in years, the instructions have been pretty spot on. and i use the torque specs all the time
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 11:40 AM
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Cam swap...was spot on perfect...got me through my first cam with no problems at all!
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Worked great for me.

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Good information guys!
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Old Mar 31, 2008 | 10:26 PM
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Used it for my LS6 intake swap. Worked great. Took my time and 3 hrs later started up and have not had a problem yet. If I decide to do my own cam swap, that is what I will be using.
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