Started building my F/I LSx
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Started building my F/I LSx Started assembly today on my LSx for my mustang and ran into a small snag. So far everything is straight forward and the same as the LS1/6. We ran into a small problem using a double roller timing chain. The bolts are in a different location than factory so the chain hits the 13mm cam retainer bolts. Switched out to 10mm bolts and still hits. Finally went to button head bolts similar to the ones that are used on the valley cover with a Fast intake manifold and it still hits just slightly. I guess my next move is to use countersunk bolts.
For you guys that have built the LSx what did you do to keep the rope seals on the retainer plates for the front cam retainer and the rear cover?
Phil
For you guys that have built the LSx what did you do to keep the rope seals on the retainer plates for the front cam retainer and the rear cover?
Phil
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I would counter sink them. Either that or ditch the double roller. As for the ropes seals I always use a dab or 2 of the black weather strip adhesive. The weather strip thing is not LSX specific but it works on alot of other things.
Started assembly today on my LSx for my mustang and ran into a small snag. So far everything is straight forward and the same as the LS1/6. We ran into a small problem using a double roller timing chain. The bolts are in a different location than factory so the chain hits the 13mm cam retainer bolts. Switched out to 10mm bolts and still hits. Finally went to button head bolts similar to the ones that are used on the valley cover with a Fast intake manifold and it still hits just slightly. I guess my next move is to use countersunk bolts.
For you guys that have built the LSx what did you do to keep the rope seals on the retainer plates for the front cam retainer and the rear cover?
Phil
For you guys that have built the LSx what did you do to keep the rope seals on the retainer plates for the front cam retainer and the rear cover?
Phil
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Thanks for the reply. I'm going to pickup bolts today and countersink the plate. I really don't want to get away from the double roller with the damper if I don't have to. I found a bag of bolts @ fastenal that will work but I'm heading over to Lowes and HD to see if I can get a smaller quanity.
