LT5 Assembly Project - Page 21 - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

LGAFF · 05-25-2009

Ordered a new LFT Intake cam and wear strips from Kurt.....so getting closer to moving forward. I would like to complete the engine this winter and have it in the 90 by next spring.

I am guessing that the cam bolts cannot be reused. So I still need to pick up:

1)Replacement pistons and liners...(I have a lead on these, just need to pull the trigger)

2)Rod bearings

3)Cam bolts

4)Washers for head bolts

5)balancer

-The heads need some work
*welding intake ports for a better IH seal
*IH bolt needs to be extracted that broke off inside

I was wondering best way to check valve stems to ensure they are lined up properly and that valves are sealing. I am also wondering what is needed to ensure proper torque specs on the engine bolts:thread chasers, good torque wrench(looking for brand name)etc.

LGAFF · 05-25-2009

Also looking for a list of speacial tools that are an absolute necessity:

I have the crank locator tool, Cam pins are easily made.

-Wondering if carter can make the hold downs used to simulate the cam cover?

Anyone have a pic of the oil pump allignment tool?

carter200 · 05-25-2009

fax me what you need and I'll see what I can do for you 325-625-5795

PS: Saw a balancer on ebay.........

carter200 · 05-25-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by LGAFF

I was wondering best way to check valve stems to ensure they are lined up properly and that valves are sealing. I am also wondering what is needed to ensure proper torqu specs on the eninge bolts:thread chasers, good torwue wrench(looking for brand name)etc.

Craftsman makes a good "click" torque wrench. You could always "re-lap" the valves in using valve lapping compound to ensure seal. Check with water. Blow out port when done. A heat gun would make sure of water gun, too. Good luck on your project

Polo-1 · 05-25-2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by LGAFF

I am guessing that the cam bolts cannot be reused. So I still need to pick up:

1)Replacement pistons and liners...(I have a lead on these, just need to pull the trigger)

5)balancer

350 or 368

Also have the balancer too.

LGAFF · 10-27-2010

Well its about time to reopen this thread, got my rod bearings from Jerry's gaskets today as well as the valve guide, so my heads will be done shortly.

Motor will be out shortly, now trying to decide...I might rebuild using the #702 block....pull #966 port heads and rebuild it.

Polo-1 · 10-27-2010

I have a block with fresh torque plate hone 4.010 LA sleeved ready to roll.
Many 350 liners/pistons, 368 4.00 pistons/rings/mod stock rods for 368,heads,cams, intakes, ...........

What do you need. It's going to be a fire sale

LGAFF · 10-27-2010

looks like my cylinder liner and piston issues are resolved!

-=Jeff=- · 10-27-2010

cool, use the 702, build it up

Polo-1 · 10-27-2010

Quote:

Originally Posted by LGAFF

looks like my cylinder liner and piston issues are resolved!

05-25-2009	#201
LGAFF Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 7,194	Re: LT5 Assembly Project Ordered a new LFT Intake cam and wear strips from Kurt.....so getting closer to moving forward. I would like to complete the engine this winter and have it in the 90 by next spring. I am guessing that the cam bolts cannot be reused. So I still need to pick up: 1)Replacement pistons and liners...(I have a lead on these, just need to pull the trigger) 2)Rod bearings 3)Cam bolts 4)Washers for head bolts 5)balancer -The heads need some work welding intake ports for a better IH seal IH bolt needs to be extracted that broke off inside I was wondering best way to check valve stems to ensure they are lined up properly and that valves are sealing. I am also wondering what is needed to ensure proper torque specs on the engine bolts:thread chasers, good torque wrench(looking for brand name)etc. __________________ LGAFF 90 #966-150K miles-sold 92 #234-sold 1987 Callaway TT #17 1991 ZR-1 #1359 Last edited by LGAFF; 05-25-2009 at 08:55 AM.

05-25-2009	#202
LGAFF Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 7,194	Re: LT5 Assembly Project Also looking for a list of speacial tools that are an absolute necessity: I have the crank locator tool, Cam pins are easily made. -Wondering if carter can make the hold downs used to simulate the cam cover? Anyone have a pic of the oil pump allignment tool? __________________ LGAFF 90 #966-150K miles-sold 92 #234-sold 1987 Callaway TT #17 1991 ZR-1 #1359

05-25-2009	#203
carter200 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 2,431	Re: LT5 Assembly Project fax me what you need and I'll see what I can do for you 325-625-5795 PS: Saw a balancer on ebay......... __________________ 95 ZR-1 BLK/Gry #392 LT5 Reg# 868 RIP ZR1NET Founding Mem #155

10-27-2010	#206
LGAFF Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 7,194	Re: LT5 Assembly Project Well its about time to reopen this thread, got my rod bearings from Jerry's gaskets today as well as the valve guide, so my heads will be done shortly. Motor will be out shortly, now trying to decide...I might rebuild using the #702 block....pull #966 port heads and rebuild it. __________________ LGAFF 90 #966-150K miles-sold 92 #234-sold 1987 Callaway TT #17 1991 ZR-1 #1359 Last edited by LGAFF; 10-27-2010 at 07:37 PM.

10-27-2010	#207
Polo-1 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 955	Re: LT5 Assembly Project I have a block with fresh torque plate hone 4.010 LA sleeved ready to roll. Many 350 liners/pistons, 368 4.00 pistons/rings/mod stock rods for 368,heads,cams, intakes, ........... What do you need. It's going to be a fire sale

10-27-2010	#208
LGAFF Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 7,194	Re: LT5 Assembly Project looks like my cylinder liner and piston issues are resolved! __________________ LGAFF 90 #966-150K miles-sold 92 #234-sold 1987 Callaway TT #17 1991 ZR-1 #1359

10-27-2010	#209
-=Jeff=- Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bartlett, IL Posts: 7,146	Re: LT5 Assembly Project cool, use the 702, build it up __________________ 1990 Corvette ZR-1 #1051 Watson Headers (2" Primary) - Borla Catback Late Model IH - Plenum Coilovers - 4.10s Custom Interior NCM Lifetime Member #978 Last edited by -=Jeff=-; 10-27-2010 at 11:13 PM.