What timing set are you using? Stock? Double Roller?

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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 09:40 AM
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What timing set are you using? Anyone using something like this?



thinking about getting this one.

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what are some issues with installing something like this?
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:00 PM
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Double Roller here
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:13 PM
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hard to install? did it in the car or out of the car?
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:36 PM
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was going to go dbl roller but limited funds so went with LS2 chain that should be fine
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:42 PM
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I went with a rollmaster double roller set-up on my car. No clearance issues with the ASP pulley (f-body, not y-body) and it hasn't given me any trouble since installation.
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:48 PM
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how much did you pay for the LS2 set? you can find the comp cams kits for $100.00. As far as issues, i was referring to installation. Ive heard its hard to get the spacer between the pickup tube.
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 02:49 PM
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We use C5R chains alot as well as LS2. I use Hex-adjust myself.
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The LS2 chain will suffice, it's beefier than the LS1. You can find the timing chain itself for under $40 and the set for a tad over $90 (Texas Speed and Performance.)
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Originally Posted by Morbid
The LS2 chain will suffice, it's beefier than the LS1. You can find the timing chain itself for under $40 and the set for a tad over $90 (Texas Speed and Performance.)
thats good. Ive heard the LS2 is good but id rather spend the extra $10 and go double roller. More of a hassle to install but I think its worth it.
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LS2 chain here
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 05:27 PM
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anyone have trouble installing a double roller?
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 08:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike96z
thats good. Ive heard the LS2 is good but id rather spend the extra $10 and go double roller. More of a hassle to install but I think its worth it.
It isn't an extra 10 bucks because you can run just the chain ($40) instead of having to buy a complete set ($90).
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Greed4Speed
It isn't an extra 10 bucks because you can run just the chain ($40) instead of having to buy a complete set ($90).
yea i just replaced the chain.. a stronger chain will be fine, i dont really see see the actual gear breaking on a basic motor setup..
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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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well worn gears could be an issue too.
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we have the crane double roller on Tams car. I installed it in car and installed a new oil pump with the "red" spring while I had it apart. Didn't even un bolt the oil pan from the motor, just bend a 10mm wrench to fit the pickup tube, and have a magnet handy cause re-installing it will take a couple trys.
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thanks for the advice.
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