itsdaveonline

So im installing a new cam. From what i remember the stock cam seemed flush, while this cam seems recessed into the engine more. Is this normal for the cam to be recessed in like this? Maybe the timing gear will bring it back into position.


edit can someone move this to the correct forum? this is an ls2...

G8One2

Your missing the thrust plate....

itsdaveonline

I realize the cam retaining plate is not installed. But the cam just seems recessed a little as if its a few mm short. I'm trying to see if this is normal... Id rather double check now before putting everything back together.

2xLS1

iTrader: (25)

And this is on a Gen V LT1? Or a 2014+ Gen V DI Truck?

G8One2

The cam retaining plate and the timing set you use will locate the cam in the correct position, at that point you really only need to worry about camshaft endplay. Some timing sets like Cloyes, use a torrington bearing behind the cam sprocket. If you have one, dont forget to put that in. Pushing the cam all the way back is only bumping against the rear cover, it was flush when you took it apart because the cam was located in the correct spot from the retaining plate and cam gear.

itsdaveonline

Neither. It is a ls2 in a 06 ctsv. I posted in the wrong section. Hoping that someone can move it.

FourG63 97GST

iTrader: (1)

this is normal, continue

Speedforhire

end-to-end play is normal........insure you pull it forward and seat it correctly when attaching the gear......and USE LOCKTITE!