What is the best LT1 Timing set for the money??
07-13-2007, 12:58 AM
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What is the best LT1 Timing set for the money??
I can not for the life of me figure out what would be right for me. I can't afford the 500 dollar comp cams timing set but I am guessing I should get an adjustable set that is (what kind of roller) that is what I dont know. I can't waste money but I need the kind of set that can be swapped into an engine that has a forged rotating assembly being sprayed with 250 hp nitrous.
07-13-2007, 09:02 AM
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If you're wanting an adjustable timing set, and you're using an EWP, then I would say go for the cloyes Hex-A-Just. Get the one that is listed for 87+ small block chevy w/oem roller cam.
I used one on my new engine, so I gotta warn you that you do have to modify a few things to make it work correctly...
First, the offset bushing thats used for adjustment is too long, it has to be ground down so that the opti will seat correctly on the dowel pin. This is also true about the allen head bolts that attach the cam sprocket to the cam, they need be trimmed too.
Finally, like any double roller you probably need to clearance the timing cover a little bit
I used one on my new engine, so I gotta warn you that you do have to modify a few things to make it work correctly...
First, the offset bushing thats used for adjustment is too long, it has to be ground down so that the opti will seat correctly on the dowel pin. This is also true about the allen head bolts that attach the cam sprocket to the cam, they need be trimmed too.
Finally, like any double roller you probably need to clearance the timing cover a little bit
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07-13-2007, 01:38 PM
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If you want durable chain and are doing an electric pump then do a double roller. The only thing you'll have to do is clearence the timing cover. There have been those who've used the LT4 H/D timing set w/ applications such as you want to do as well.
If you want durable chain and are doing an electric pump then do a double roller. The only thing you'll have to do is clearence the timing cover. There have been those who've used the LT4 H/D timing set w/ applications such as you want to do as well.
07-13-2007, 05:21 PM
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WEll I know about the lt4 set which costs $230.00 Cloys makes it and there is the same timing set for cheaper from cloyes. I wasn't sure if this was a good setup and what is SO superior with the comp cams setup??? Honestly?
07-13-2007, 06:30 PM
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The stock timing set is plenty stout even with the load of the waterpump placed on it. Going to an electric WP will reduce load effectively making it even more reliable. Not adjustable but despite the rumors it is reliable and the price is reasonable.
07-13-2007, 06:59 PM
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I'm not concerned with any more "load" on the chain. I just want to make sure I have a nice set in there that I can swap to another engine later because I only do things once. I have to think ahead. What is the difference with the heavy duty set, and a comp cams set?
07-14-2007, 12:03 AM
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To run a Cloyes double roller, you must have a 95+ Vented opti, E-WP, and clearance the 95+ timing cover to fit it. Sounds like alot of work, but not when you get a much better than stock, double roller setup. Stock is single and so is all the other LT1 specific timing sets. You just pay a bunch more for that lil waterpump gear and the extra teeth on the back of the cam sprocket. Thats about as scientific as I feel like getting a 1am before a 9 hour drive to Virginia and back.
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