lifters-best bang for the buck
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lifters-best bang for the buck im getting ready to swap my cam and heads, prob should change my lifters also-when i built my engine (lq4-forged rods/pistons, z06 cam, 317 heads w/springs) i used my old lifters, seemed to be in good cond.
since i dont know the milage on them, and everything else is new, now is the time to switch
looking for the best one on a budget, dont really plan on spinning it much over 6200-would stock replacement lifters be ok, or an aftermarket set thats not thru the roof-thanks
since i dont know the milage on them, and everything else is new, now is the time to switch
looking for the best one on a budget, dont really plan on spinning it much over 6200-would stock replacement lifters be ok, or an aftermarket set thats not thru the roof-thanks
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swapping shortblock- did i miss anything? Hi there
i've decided to get a new shortblock to replace my damaged bottom end ls1. looks like i'm going for the weber stage 2 deal
http://weberracing.net/Engine-Type-G...duct_info.html
i intend swapping over my heads, rockers, valvetrain, pushrods etc. i've asked for an uprated oil pump with the short motor, ls2 timing chain kit, LS7 lifters, plus a GM headgasket set and ARP head bolts. i'll swap over the timing covers, water pump and other ancilliaries from the od block to the new. (other gaskets etc all fairly new)
my ls1 heads are stock, valve springs/retainers are comp cams, i have pushrods in 7.4" and 7.425" and a 220/220 cam which i intend to reuse if unmarked.
have i missed any hardware or bits needed to do the swap?
thanks
i've decided to get a new shortblock to replace my damaged bottom end ls1. looks like i'm going for the weber stage 2 deal
http://weberracing.net/Engine-Type-G...duct_info.html
i intend swapping over my heads, rockers, valvetrain, pushrods etc. i've asked for an uprated oil pump with the short motor, ls2 timing chain kit, LS7 lifters, plus a GM headgasket set and ARP head bolts. i'll swap over the timing covers, water pump and other ancilliaries from the od block to the new. (other gaskets etc all fairly new)
my ls1 heads are stock, valve springs/retainers are comp cams, i have pushrods in 7.4" and 7.425" and a 220/220 cam which i intend to reuse if unmarked.
have i missed any hardware or bits needed to do the swap?
thanks
All LS based engines use the same lifters. The LS9 is the only exception.
Valve Lifters & Components
12499225
LS Series Camshaft Lifter Kit (not shown)
• Set of 16 lifters for LS series engines
• Same lifter used in LS2 and LS7
17803305
Lifter Guide Kit
• Includes lifter guides and 4-bolts
• Makes for quick and easy cam swaps without having to
remove the intake manifold, valley plate or heads
• Works in Gen III and IV applications (except with AFM)
D. 88958689
Racing Hydraulic Roller Lifter Kit
• As developed by GM Racing and GM Powertrain
• For use in Gen III and Gen IV engines where sustained
high rpm’s are typical
• Special reduced-mass internal components allow for
higher limiting speeds with aggressive camshaft designs
• Improved valvetrain dynamics and stability will improve
horsepower, and high rpm’s
• Tested to 8000 rpm in GM Racing applications
• Set of 16
Valve Lifters & Components
12499225
LS Series Camshaft Lifter Kit (not shown)
• Set of 16 lifters for LS series engines
• Same lifter used in LS2 and LS7
17803305
Lifter Guide Kit
• Includes lifter guides and 4-bolts
• Makes for quick and easy cam swaps without having to
remove the intake manifold, valley plate or heads
• Works in Gen III and IV applications (except with AFM)
D. 88958689
Racing Hydraulic Roller Lifter Kit
• As developed by GM Racing and GM Powertrain
• For use in Gen III and Gen IV engines where sustained
high rpm’s are typical
• Special reduced-mass internal components allow for
higher limiting speeds with aggressive camshaft designs
• Improved valvetrain dynamics and stability will improve
horsepower, and high rpm’s
• Tested to 8000 rpm in GM Racing applications
• Set of 16
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