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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 06:43 PM
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I'm going to aftermarket cam in my 5.3 with 3 bolts holding gear on cam. I currently have a one bolt cam. What can I do for new gear that my cam sensor (in the timing cover) can read.
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 07:16 PM
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What year engine?
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 07:50 PM
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It a 2007
Gen 4
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 07:56 PM
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You can get a 3-bolt 4X timing sprocket quite easily. See WS6store for great prices and service.
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 08:01 PM
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Tried to post a pic, but I'm a newb so it has to be approved. GM part 12586481 or any other that looks like it.
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 08:50 PM
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Thank you, I'm new to s platform.
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Old Feb 22, 2018 | 09:19 AM
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Hi Sal, I too provide a Timing Set for the 58x decode.

The gears are billet steel, heat treated.
The Single Chain is the strongest made for the LS engine AND has "pin" oil holes.
The Lower Sprocket has the ability to allow correct Camshaft Timing.

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Old Feb 22, 2018 | 11:08 AM
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Thanks Lance. Just ordered one. This 5.3 is a little different the the ls1 I built.
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Old Feb 22, 2018 | 11:11 AM
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Thanks Jalanrr. I didn't know they had e bolt 4x .Thanks for your input.
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Old Feb 22, 2018 | 11:14 AM
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Do I still a line top gear at 6 o clock and bottom gear at 12 o clock. And do these gears have any factory advances built in them or do I have not to worry about it.
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Yes, 6 and 12. Straight up should be 0*, they build advance or retard into the cams.
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Old Feb 24, 2018 | 07:17 PM
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Thanks, I wasn't sure because I'm a nubile to ls engines. I appreciate all the help from members
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But always verify cam/valve timing regardless...dont just assume aligning dots is good.
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