Cam Install Soon
10-15-2004, 04:51 PM
#1
Cam Install Soon
Hey guys this week I might tackle my cam installation. Ive bought the SDPC gasket kit that also includes the crank bolt. Is there any suggestions or insight that would make things easier? Do I have to mess with any of my A/C stuff? Thanks.
, but what cam did you go with?
10-15-2004, 08:25 PM
#4
It's a piece of cake IMO. Just make sure the lifters stay up (JPR Tool from Thunder worked great for me), and if you're doing springs, make sure you have a good spring compressor. I've heard great things about the Crane unit, but used the one from Thunder myself.
Here's a link that will definitely help: http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?ar...7d64e0529a4f06
It refers to an F-body, but the bulk of it applies to trucks also.
Have fun!
Here's a link that will definitely help: http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?ar...7d64e0529a4f06
It refers to an F-body, but the bulk of it applies to trucks also.
Have fun!
10-15-2004, 08:37 PM
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I left my radiator in, for what it's worth. Just moved it up and supported it with random household objects.
When you remove the cam with the longer water-pump bolts in, remove them when you can get a good grip on the cam.... otherwise they'll hit the condensor and stop you just short of getting the cam out.
Other than that, not much. I had a good time doing my internal work. I'd prefer it anyday over working with axles and suspension and what-not.
When you remove the cam with the longer water-pump bolts in, remove them when you can get a good grip on the cam.... otherwise they'll hit the condensor and stop you just short of getting the cam out.
Other than that, not much. I had a good time doing my internal work. I'd prefer it anyday over working with axles and suspension and what-not.
