Rx7 build help
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Rx7 build help Hello everyone. Long time lurker here. I'm in the process of building a 86 rx7 for the street and strip and need some advice/guidance. I'm doing this build on a strict budget.
I purchased a LC9 from a 2010 Silverado needing cam and lifters. Ive already replaced the cam bearing with OE GM ones and am about to order several additional parts and want to make sure Ive got it correct before I do.
I'm getting a LS9 cam, LS7 lifters, f body oil pan and LS1 intake. Those are the easy parts to find.
From reading numerous threads here I found using a LS2 timing set is recommended. I need to re ring the stock pistons, and find some valve springs that will work with the LS9 cam. I'm trying to order parts for one website to cut down on shipping costs. I found rockauto might be a good place to find the parts I need on the cheap.
wil this work for stock piston rings: http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo....445445&jsn=623
And I need guidance to find the correct timing set and springs
I purchased a LC9 from a 2010 Silverado needing cam and lifters. Ive already replaced the cam bearing with OE GM ones and am about to order several additional parts and want to make sure Ive got it correct before I do.
I'm getting a LS9 cam, LS7 lifters, f body oil pan and LS1 intake. Those are the easy parts to find.
From reading numerous threads here I found using a LS2 timing set is recommended. I need to re ring the stock pistons, and find some valve springs that will work with the LS9 cam. I'm trying to order parts for one website to cut down on shipping costs. I found rockauto might be a good place to find the parts I need on the cheap.
wil this work for stock piston rings: http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo....445445&jsn=623
And I need guidance to find the correct timing set and springs
2. http://www.racingsprings.com/1200-Se...-1219/Item/207
BTW.....I have a NIB F-body oil pan....but it's ONLY the oil pan. No dipstick, etc. PM me if interested.
KW
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1. http://www.racingsprings.com/1200-Se...-1218/Item/206
2. http://www.racingsprings.com/1200-Se...-1219/Item/207
BTW.....I have a NIB F-body oil pan....but it's ONLY the oil pan. No dipstick, etc. PM me if interested.
KW
2. http://www.racingsprings.com/1200-Se...-1219/Item/207
BTW.....I have a NIB F-body oil pan....but it's ONLY the oil pan. No dipstick, etc. PM me if interested.
KW
How much you want for the pan?
you are giving up about 30-40rwhp by running that tiny cam unless you are getting it for near free.
briantooleyracing.com has lots of spring kits and the Fbody pan for a reasonable price brand new shipped
http://www.briantooleyracing.com/che...l-pan-kit.html
briantooleyracing.com has lots of spring kits and the Fbody pan for a reasonable price brand new shipped
http://www.briantooleyracing.com/che...l-pan-kit.html
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Thanks for all the help so far guys. I have another question or rather looking for advice.
I need the entire front drive setup for my 5.3 and was told it had to be using the ls1 f body crank pulley and so that would need f body accessories. I was quoted 715 dollars shipped for the entire setup including alt and PS pump. I need to know if this is a reasonable price. here is everything im getting for 715.
Lssimple small metal pulley set up is $275
Power steering pump is $75 installed on bracket
Used alternator $50
I have a lsa vette water pump
New for $125
New tensioner and hardware $75
Thermostat housing and thermostat $25
3/4 spacer kit $50
Used to space lsa water pump to fbody spacing.
Used F body crank pulley $40
Free shipping
I need the entire front drive setup for my 5.3 and was told it had to be using the ls1 f body crank pulley and so that would need f body accessories. I was quoted 715 dollars shipped for the entire setup including alt and PS pump. I need to know if this is a reasonable price. here is everything im getting for 715.
Lssimple small metal pulley set up is $275
Power steering pump is $75 installed on bracket
Used alternator $50
I have a lsa vette water pump
New for $125
New tensioner and hardware $75
Thermostat housing and thermostat $25
3/4 spacer kit $50
Used to space lsa water pump to fbody spacing.
Used F body crank pulley $40
Free shipping
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I believe OP is looking for 4th gen F-body stuff.