Double Roller Timing Set For 93 LT1
Double Roller Timing Set For 93 LT1 I have been searching through all the timing set posts and even though I found some good info, none answered my question straight forward. I've got a single roller timing set in my motor now (Cloyes billet) but I wanted to change over to a double roller billet set. I understand it may be overkill, but IMO, it's overkill in a department that's worth it. I was wondering if I need to get a timing cover for the newer LTX with the crank sensor to fit one or can I use the one that came on the 93? If so what's a good part number? I don't want to make it complicated, I just want it to go together smoothly, with a double roller set. I'm planning on ALOT of N2O and don't want to risk having my valves kiss my pistons over a broken timing chain.
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Upgrading to a double roller requires you to upgrade to the vented optispark setup as well, so not only will you need the timing cover but a new camshaft (for the longer pin), new optispark, vacuum hoses, electrical harness, and an electric water pump (you cannot retain the OEM water pump drive with a double-roller).
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Verdad Gallardo right i know all the other stuff required, but i want to do the conversion but dont wanna have to get a new cam, my cam is out but havent tried to get the pin out, is it possible? its not a stock cam, and where can i get the longer pin?
The motor's not in the car and is nowhere close to stock (except the block and timing cover). About how much deeper is the 95+ timing chain cover than the 92-94? Is it like a 1/4 in or is it something that could possibly be clearanced to fit the larger timing set? If not I guess I'm just sticking with the single roller. Honestly this isn't my first time with a Chevy V8 (Rat or Mouse), but it is my first go at an LTX, so the Gen II specific stuff is a little new for me.
Also, I just looked at the timing set I ordered, it's a Lunati 93094, not billet, and a single keyway. I think I'm going to swap that out for a billet set with 3 keyways, any ideas as far as part #s that are proven for LTX applications?
Also, I just looked at the timing set I ordered, it's a Lunati 93094, not billet, and a single keyway. I think I'm going to swap that out for a billet set with 3 keyways, any ideas as far as part #s that are proven for LTX applications?
Last edited by 93Z2871805; Jan 31, 2010 at 02:09 PM.
The motor's not in the car and is nowhere close to stock (except the block and timing cover). About how much deeper is the 95+ timing chain cover than the 92-94? Is it like a 1/4 in or is it something that could possibly be clearanced to fit the larger timing set? Honestly this isn't my first time with a Chevy V8 (Rat or Mouse), but it is my first go at an LTX, so the Gen II specific stuff is a little new for me.
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Most any aftermarket cam is already going to have the large hole in the snout (so it will be compatible with all LT1 years). Take the cam to a machine shop and have them change it out. That is your safest bet.
That's what I'm wondering though, I don't want to switch opti's or the cover, I'd just like to swap the chain.
Right, I get that. But you can NOT upgrade to a double roller without switching to a vented optispark and 95+ timing cover. You also will need an electric water pump. It is not a straightforward swap whatsoever.
Last edited by RamAir95TA; Jan 31, 2010 at 02:56 PM.
Alright, I actually have not even seen the 95+ timing and opti setup, I was just wondering what it would take to work. It sounds like more than I would want to do. Do you have any suggestions for a single roller set? Like as far as what you know works real well on LTX motors? My gen I 406ci had a gear drive in it so I didn't have to worry too much even with the dual stage setup on it.
