cam swap.

[JonZ71]

Well trying to get all the parts for my cam swap.

Other then intake gaskets, timing chain cover gaskets, camshaft... What else is needed for this install? Trying to make sure i have a complete list before i tackle it.

 

[Blue95]

enough oil for two oil changes, 2 filters, good break in lube?

 

[dirtridinz71]

On my TBI I changed out the oil pan gasket too, had to drop it to get the timing cover off. I belive the new timing cover gasket set will come with a small piece for the front of the oil pan. You may also need valve cover gaskets too. Dont forget a harmonic balancer puller.

 

[Horns]

If you're getting a new cam you NEED new lifters, it's also a good idea to get a new timing gear/chain set. Those along with what everyone else has said. And get some cam paste to spread all over the cam and lifters before you put them in.

 

[Crash]

Not if they're roller lifters.

 

[Blue95]

This is true, which his being a vortec they are and a roller cam

 

[Horns]

Not if they're roller lifters.

Why do I keep forgetting about that? :dud:

This has to be the second time I've told him that without remembering he had a Vortec.

But yep, don't need to replace the roller lifters, but everything else would be good to get.

 

[bluex]

New timing cover on vortec they are not reuseable. If you try it will leak!

 

[SAATR]

For ease of reading:

Intake manifold set: Felpro MS98000T

Additional VC gasket: Felpro VS50293R

Oil pan gasket: Felpro OS34500R

Timing cover: Dorman 635505

Water pump gaskets: Felpro 5152

Timing set: Cloyes C3017 or C3092, depending on tooth width

Lifters (if needed): LS7 lifter set from Scoggin Dickey (works with Vortec and... Vortec (LS) engines!) 28-12499225 for a set.

Oil and filter of your choice, coolant to refill the system.

 

[Horns]

I should also note that it wouldn't be a bad idea to get valve springs to match your cam.

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