LC9 to LY6 Conversion
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LC9 to LY6 Conversion
My LC9 decided to permanently drop a couple of cylinders so I decided to swap in a LY6. Ive never been into a gen IV LS motor, so this has been a learning experience to say the least. I'm stuck on the pistons, wrist pin bushings, and a timing set.
Pistons and Rings -
I originally planned on using the original pistons and just installing new rings. I noticed while cleaning one of the pistons that it had a very small piece missing from the skirt. I also cannot find rings as mine are 1.25mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm... most of the aftermarket replacement rings are 1.5mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm. I am now thinking that I will replace all of the pistons. I have found a set at Summit Racing ,slp-h1129cpa. These are flat top pistons and they do not have valve reliefs. I am looking at these specifically because they are in stock and I can get them tomorrow. I did a VVT delete and the new cam has a 265/271 lift. Do I need to look for pistons with these valve reliefs if I am running this cam? or will a straight flat top work? my original pistons are slightly dished with valve reliefs.
Wrist pin bushings -
most of the wrist pin bushings in the LY6 are worn and need to be replaced. I am having trouble sourcing these bushings as my pins are .943 full floaters. My local GM dealer told me that i would have to buy a rod assembly that comes with the bushings installed. I just cant see spending $165 for a rod assembly just to get a $5 bushing. i have the means to install and fit them. Are these bushings available and where can i get them?
Timing set -
when I did the VVT delete and changed the cam, i went back with a 3 hole cam. I bought a Comp Timing set 3172KT, but it is an adjustable timing gear set. Too many moving parts for me and i know that it will be fine once everything is tight, but i still prefer a solid gear set. Also, should i run a double roller chain since i have upgraded the cam and valve springs. I used a Comp Cam 54-454-11 with Beehive springs 269118CS. where can i source a solid gear set?
This is all going in a 07 suburban 4x4 daily driver....
Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Pistons and Rings -
I originally planned on using the original pistons and just installing new rings. I noticed while cleaning one of the pistons that it had a very small piece missing from the skirt. I also cannot find rings as mine are 1.25mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm... most of the aftermarket replacement rings are 1.5mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm. I am now thinking that I will replace all of the pistons. I have found a set at Summit Racing ,slp-h1129cpa. These are flat top pistons and they do not have valve reliefs. I am looking at these specifically because they are in stock and I can get them tomorrow. I did a VVT delete and the new cam has a 265/271 lift. Do I need to look for pistons with these valve reliefs if I am running this cam? or will a straight flat top work? my original pistons are slightly dished with valve reliefs.
Wrist pin bushings -
most of the wrist pin bushings in the LY6 are worn and need to be replaced. I am having trouble sourcing these bushings as my pins are .943 full floaters. My local GM dealer told me that i would have to buy a rod assembly that comes with the bushings installed. I just cant see spending $165 for a rod assembly just to get a $5 bushing. i have the means to install and fit them. Are these bushings available and where can i get them?
Timing set -
when I did the VVT delete and changed the cam, i went back with a 3 hole cam. I bought a Comp Timing set 3172KT, but it is an adjustable timing gear set. Too many moving parts for me and i know that it will be fine once everything is tight, but i still prefer a solid gear set. Also, should i run a double roller chain since i have upgraded the cam and valve springs. I used a Comp Cam 54-454-11 with Beehive springs 269118CS. where can i source a solid gear set?
This is all going in a 07 suburban 4x4 daily driver....
Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
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Pistons and Rings -
I originally planned on using the original pistons and just installing new rings. I noticed while cleaning one of the pistons that it had a very small piece missing from the skirt. I also cannot find rings as mine are 1.25mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm... most of the aftermarket replacement rings are 1.5mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm. I am now thinking that I will replace all of the pistons. I have found a set at Summit Racing ,slp-h1129cpa. These are flat top pistons and they do not have valve reliefs. I am looking at these specifically because they are in stock and I can get them tomorrow. I did a VVT delete and the new cam has a 265/271 lift. Do I need to look for pistons with these valve reliefs if I am running this cam? or will a straight flat top work? my original pistons are slightly dished with valve reliefs.
I originally planned on using the original pistons and just installing new rings. I noticed while cleaning one of the pistons that it had a very small piece missing from the skirt. I also cannot find rings as mine are 1.25mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm... most of the aftermarket replacement rings are 1.5mm, 1.5mm, and 3mm. I am now thinking that I will replace all of the pistons. I have found a set at Summit Racing ,slp-h1129cpa. These are flat top pistons and they do not have valve reliefs. I am looking at these specifically because they are in stock and I can get them tomorrow. I did a VVT delete and the new cam has a 265/271 lift. Do I need to look for pistons with these valve reliefs if I am running this cam? or will a straight flat top work? my original pistons are slightly dished with valve reliefs.
Wrist pin bushings -
most of the wrist pin bushings in the LY6 are worn and need to be replaced. I am having trouble sourcing these bushings as my pins are .943 full floaters. My local GM dealer told me that i would have to buy a rod assembly that comes with the bushings installed. I just cant see spending $165 for a rod assembly just to get a $5 bushing. i have the means to install and fit them. Are these bushings available and where can i get them?
most of the wrist pin bushings in the LY6 are worn and need to be replaced. I am having trouble sourcing these bushings as my pins are .943 full floaters. My local GM dealer told me that i would have to buy a rod assembly that comes with the bushings installed. I just cant see spending $165 for a rod assembly just to get a $5 bushing. i have the means to install and fit them. Are these bushings available and where can i get them?
I would have a machinist check the ID of those bushings. I usually see them with about .0005" clearance with the wrist pin, which is really tight IMO. I normally hone them a little bit to get about .001" clearance. A machine shop may charge about $5 a rod to hone them.
Timing set -
when I did the VVT delete and changed the cam, i went back with a 3 hole cam. I bought a Comp Timing set 3172KT, but it is an adjustable timing gear set. Too many moving parts for me and i know that it will be fine once everything is tight, but i still prefer a solid gear set. Also, should i run a double roller chain since i have upgraded the cam and valve springs. I used a Comp Cam 54-454-11 with Beehive springs 269118CS. where can i source a solid gear set?
when I did the VVT delete and changed the cam, i went back with a 3 hole cam. I bought a Comp Timing set 3172KT, but it is an adjustable timing gear set. Too many moving parts for me and i know that it will be fine once everything is tight, but i still prefer a solid gear set. Also, should i run a double roller chain since i have upgraded the cam and valve springs. I used a Comp Cam 54-454-11 with Beehive springs 269118CS. where can i source a solid gear set?