Question with Cam Install
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Question with Cam Install First off I have a couple leaks coming from the front of the motor so to fix them I need to disassemble a good amount of things and I figure I would be more than half way there for tossing another cam in. My current cam and valvetrain was all installed by a sponsor here so this would be my first time doing so and the valvetrain will not need to be replaced. I have talked to a custom cam grinder and have a real nice idea of a cam I would like to toss in there. I have been looking at cam writeups but I am confused by two things sry if they are dumb questions: Why would I need to take the intake manifold off? and Why would I need to drop the oil pan? or do I just disconnect the front of the pan?
you will need to take the intake off to get at the lifters, you cannot take the cam out with the lifters in, and if by some miracle you were able to (which you wouldnt) they'd just fall down into the crank case anyway lol. you will also need to remove your valve covers, take off the rockers, and pull out the pushrods before even getting to the lifters. as far as the oil pan- you only need to drop it about 1/2'' b/c there is an inner lip on the timing cover that will prevent you from getting it off without deystroying the oil pan/lower timing gasket. the bolts are all easy its WAY worse than it sounds, you need to get the first 2-3 from the front of the engine and then come behind the back and get the remaining ones BUT MAKE SURE to leave the very last 2 on the back of the oil pan IN. then it will drop enough to get that lip over the gasket. you must do this other wise you will NOT be able to take it off w/o completely deystroying the gasket, believe me i just tried lol. doing a cam swap will also require removal of the alternator, radiator, a/c condenser(makes things 100x easier just get it recharged) and basically EVERYTHING in front of the engine and on top. its a really involved process and is by no means something i would advise unless your pretty good with engines and such. if i think of anything else i'll post it, your welcome to pm me if you have anymore questions, I'm currently doing the same thing (check my sig).
Great info ProBuilt7, that pretty much covers it in a nutshell. But most of all just take your time and dont rush anything cuz that's when **** happens. Any ballpark specs on the cam your considering, cuz thatcc503 is already pretty impressive on stock heads?
and ya a cam swap is a big deal on these cars its no one weekend thing unless your REALLY good. take your time, have another mode of transportation in case something goes wrong and you need to get to school/work . but most of all have fun man b/c for me at least doing stuff like this is where 75% of fun is b/c everone knows it'll be sweet for the first 200 miles and then you'll get used to it and want more HAHAHA
good luck!
https://ls1tech.com/forums/lt1-lt4-modifications/836200-stock-head-cam-cam-swap-guide.html
lol sorry i just had to do it...
lol sorry i just had to do it...
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Pro_built7,
Do you mind sharing your technique for gasket removal as well as your use of sealants, especially for the front cover? And was the gasket glued to either the front cover or the block? Also, any tips for keeping gasket remnants out of the engine when cleaning up the intake surfaces?
Many thanks, in advance.
Cheers -- Gary
Do you mind sharing your technique for gasket removal as well as your use of sealants, especially for the front cover? And was the gasket glued to either the front cover or the block? Also, any tips for keeping gasket remnants out of the engine when cleaning up the intake surfaces?
Many thanks, in advance.
Cheers -- Gary
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Verdad Gallardo Pro_built7,
Do you mind sharing your technique for gasket removal as well as your use of sealants, especially for the front cover? And was the gasket glued to either the front cover or the block? Also, any tips for keeping gasket remnants out of the engine when cleaning up the intake surfaces?
Many thanks, in advance.
Cheers -- Gary
Do you mind sharing your technique for gasket removal as well as your use of sealants, especially for the front cover? And was the gasket glued to either the front cover or the block? Also, any tips for keeping gasket remnants out of the engine when cleaning up the intake surfaces?
Many thanks, in advance.
Cheers -- Gary
pm me if you have any other questions man
Changing the cam is different on an ls1, since you access the lifters from the heads. You have to pull the intake to do it on the lt1.
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ProBuilt: you are the man, I appreciate it!
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i would recommend a big block cam.
lol sorry man i had to link you to your sticky about cams, i guess it was only funny to me. i thought it was odd you asking anything about cams/installation of them since you did that excellent write up.
lol sorry man i had to link you to your sticky about cams, i guess it was only funny to me. i thought it was odd you asking anything about cams/installation of them since you did that excellent write up.
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no no no I thought it was funny as hell I was in my campus library and started laughing I knew exactly what was behind that lol
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