cam swap timing set
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If you have a non-vented opti, you have little choice. The stock type set is the only one that will turn the opti. If you want freedom to choose other SBC type sets, you'll have to convert to a vented opti.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/261175541446
is that the right cover? I cant find that part number, only difference is cps right?
is that the right cover? I cant find that part number, only difference is cps right?
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cps sensor and the hole for the opti is slightly bigger i believe too, i used a stock timing set and jus replaced my chain though, not the best choice but at the time the build price was already way over my budget haha.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/261175541446
is that the right cover? I cant find that part number, only difference is cps right?
is that the right cover? I cant find that part number, only difference is cps right?
You don't have a CPS if you have a non-vented opti now. It would be nice if you made a signature with some car info, so people would have something to go by.
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The MSD kit adds a vent for longevity, the stock set while much hated doesn't actually break and if you don't like how loose it is a $20 Cloyes lower gear can solve that or I believe Lunati does make a "non-vented" timing set.
Even if the stock timing set left something to be desired taking the WP load off of it would help make it last better.
Even if the stock timing set left something to be desired taking the WP load off of it would help make it last better.
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The MSD kit adds a vent for longevity, the stock set while much hated doesn't actually break and if you don't like how loose it is a $20 Cloyes lower gear can solve that or I believe Lunati does make a "non-vented" timing set.
Even if the stock timing set left something to be desired taking the WP load off of it would help make it last better.
Even if the stock timing set left something to be desired taking the WP load off of it would help make it last better.
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Cloyes 9-3145 DR is strong and inexpensive. You may need to slightly clearance the inside of the timing cover. A Cloyes 9-3157 is a single roller that will fit with no modifications. I'm assuming you read through the list of things needed for the conversion and know you can't retain the stock cam.
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Cloyes 9-3145 DR is strong and inexpensive. You may need to slightly clearance the inside of the timing cover. A Cloyes 9-3157 is a single roller that will fit with no modifications. I'm assuming you read through the list of things needed for the conversion and know you can't retain the stock cam.