Hardware Req. for Camshaft Swap
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Hardware Req. for Camshaft Swap
Ok so I went to the GM Dealer today and asked a simple question.
What bolts, gaskets, seals or hardware will my mechanic require to be able to swap my camshafts for stage 1 comp cams?
I don't want him to run into problems with parts missing during the install of course.
After he stared at a diagram of a ecotec 2.2 on his screen for about 15 minutes he looked at me confused and could not answer my question.
Can someone clear this up for me. I need to try a different Dealer next Time
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What bolts, gaskets, seals or hardware will my mechanic require to be able to swap my camshafts for stage 1 comp cams?
I don't want him to run into problems with parts missing during the install of course.
After he stared at a diagram of a ecotec 2.2 on his screen for about 15 minutes he looked at me confused and could not answer my question.
Can someone clear this up for me. I need to try a different Dealer next Time
Thanks
Last edited by pacific cobalt; 07-15-2008 at 10:09 PM.
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I'll ask specifically for the sprocket bolts
I think the gasket is available at auto parts stores so I won't get that from GM
I appreciate the help
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it's not needed however if you tune you will be raising the rev limit. you'll end up making power past the point the stock springs are known to bind up. at that point you'll experince valve float and that ain't good. the upgraded springs and retainers will also give you that extra piece of mind.
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it's not needed however if you tune you will be raising the rev limit. you'll end up making power past the point the stock springs are known to bind up. at that point you'll experince valve float and that ain't good. the upgraded springs and retainers will also give you that extra piece of mind.
I would have to agree with you
I'm gonna have to look into it
For other members swapping camshafts on a L61
Now that I know what I need I did some searching and got Part Numbers FTR
-Ecotec Sproket Bolts
2 Needed @ $9.81 Each
GM Part #90537451
-Valve Cover Gasket
1 Needed @ $30.86
GM Part #12584084
Last edited by pacific cobalt; 07-15-2008 at 06:30 PM. Reason: No need for Crank bolt
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I just put in stage 2 comp cams and didnt need anything. Did you not read my thread? I even bought a new valve cover gasket and didnt even need it. Just take the cams out and put the new ones in.
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thats what im doing as well... wasnt aware of needing to change out the bolts... or the gaskets.. ive asked about the gaskets and everyone says as long as its not ripped, your golden. and no one has ever mentioned replacing bolts...
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The camshaft cap bolts are NOT torque to yield. No need to replace. All you should need is the sproket bolts, some sealer for the intake rear cap, and the cover gasket.
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drive on your car for a few thousand more and then come back and tell us that after holding the revs past 6.5k. not touching but holding it strong and steady for sustained periods. if your valvetrain holds up cool, i'm still going with springs and **** when i do my install.
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