Head gasket and Timing Set
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An LT1 is far from stock with LE3 heads. Clarify. If there's any sort of higher compression/power, I'd use Cometic MLSs.
Timing set depends on what you're using for a water pump, and whether or not you've got a vented opti.
Vented opti, EWP, and a 95 timing cover = Cloyes 3145 double roller, hands down.
Timing set depends on what you're using for a water pump, and whether or not you've got a vented opti.
Vented opti, EWP, and a 95 timing cover = Cloyes 3145 double roller, hands down.
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Man now. I am lost. Been told that with le3 heads and the cc503 cam it would be ok and then some say it can't be done on stock pistons. Guess I am going to call Lloyd tomorrow and clarify. Which MLS Gasket thickness should I get if these heads will work and also I do want to run a EWP. The motor is a 96 so I don't know if the opti is vented or not.
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96s and 97s have the provision for the CKP sensor. You can use either cover, but you'll have to find a way to plug the provision. Ideally, the 95 cover is the best to use.
Also, I don't know why you'd use LE heads with an off-the-shelf cam. Why not go with whatever LE recommends?
Also, I don't know why you'd use LE heads with an off-the-shelf cam. Why not go with whatever LE recommends?
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Like I said, I don't understand how saving $$$ can be more important than reaching your goals, especially when spending a bit more would ensure it. JMHO.
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I may end up doing that. My goals were a clayton forged short block but 3k is alot to fork out when I have a running lt1 now. May just sell the cam and build another motor on a stand.