The oil pump is aligned off of the crank and the bolts have plastic alignment dowels that center the bolts in the pump. I degree the cam in every motor that I build, but I decided that is for a whole other video.
curious why, on the front cover, the standard gasket isn't used and silicone instead. that gasket would take up some of that bolt space. ...or am i operating on gen3/4 knowledge here?
My guess is the fit is so much better.And the machine work that using a gasket would just mess that up for the old pump.Seal to seal in everything to fit right with a good Fit tolerance. Any machine part that use a silicone like that is d*** neara sealed fit without any silicone. You're basically just filling in any imperfections and literally the milling bit marks. I'm no machinist, but my guess.
I have a 2004 LS 6.0 I just tore down for a mild performance build. It's going in my 2005 Silverado 2500 HD. I don't think I will be re using the stock Rods & Pistons. The cylinders are shiny and in certain angles of light I can see the factory hone scratches in the cylinders. The bottom part of the cylinders, where the pistons have not traveled has a bit of build up, contemplating what to do about that. Thinking of buying Steel crank, rods & Forged Pistons. No machine work done, all Main and Rod bearings looked good. Cam bearings were worn a bit and the front Cam bearing has a crack in it. So far I have a new BTR cam Valve springs & stem seals with most of the Gaskets. Any thoughts about the Cylinder Bore preparations ? All Bearings will be replaced. Very nice part one and two Videos !
Dear Sir, on min 6:35 what exactly are you doing and what is that needed for? can you please explain how to make sure the phaser gear is in the right position when i will be reinstalling it? is there any guide on this? i know some people using zip ties to keep it winded up in same position but i completely forgot to do this and not sure what to do with it.. thanks
Great video the torque specs might have been Good to know as you went along. I’m looking to rebuild one that the cam lifter collapsed on. I will definitely use this video as our assemble mine. Where would you get those specs for torque numbers?
Do these cranks have offset bushings/washings that go between the hub/sprocket and the crank or does the sprocket just mate straight to it ? I only ask because I don’t remember mine having any and the timing chain kits some have them and some don’t
Do you do work for the public. If so how could I contact you about build an engine. By the way enjoyed the video. I Can tell your knowledgeable and take pride in your work
@@paragonengines1924 right what about your bearings and piston rigs and seals in the pan…did you order that from GM? I can find all parts from the cam up except cam bearings. The rest in the bottom rod bearings main bearings and rings I can’t find where to order from
Really should have washed off the cosmoline from the cam, before lubing it and installing. You didn't clean it off the lifters, either! LOL Those chain tensioners are very prone to breaking, also. Should just use the standard plastic ones. SMH
I cleaned the cam off camera. I'm not worried about the light oil the lifters are coated in, there is no damaging debris on them out of the individual plastic packaging. There also isn't a solid plastic version for a gen 5, so that isn't an option. Anything else I missed?
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ROFLMFAO!!!! Definitely don't want a limp rod!!!! There are some things I like a little bit more on the Gen V then I do on the previous Gens.
Can't have one of those!
Dude how do you not have more views!? You have great and informative content
I haven't given enough animal sacrifices to the TH-cam overlords. I only have so many goats!
Titled this video with "easiest".
Everyone knows it isn't true
Agreed about the oil/greasing the underside of bolt heads. 🔩 👍
Agreed!
Another great video. Thank you sir!
My pleasure!
2 questions I have: oil pump alignment and double checking cam timing.
The oil pump is aligned off of the crank and the bolts have plastic alignment dowels that center the bolts in the pump. I degree the cam in every motor that I build, but I decided that is for a whole other video.
Aligning the oil pump is only necessary when reusing the old pump due to being worn. New ones, you don’t have to.
curious why, on the front cover, the standard gasket isn't used and silicone instead. that gasket would take up some of that bolt space. ...or am i operating on gen3/4 knowledge here?
Factory uses silicone, no gasket. Unlike LS. Plus, wouldn't make up enough clearance for a bolt being too long.
Yes, silicone only on the gen 5 engines. It's only an issue if you use the wrong bolt. I have had to fix them in the past, so it is a good PSA.
My guess is the fit is so much better.And the machine work that using a gasket would just mess that up for the old pump.Seal to seal in everything to fit right with a good Fit tolerance. Any machine part that use a silicone like that is d*** neara sealed fit without any silicone. You're basically just filling in any imperfections and literally the milling bit marks.
I'm no machinist, but my guess.
I have a 2004 LS 6.0 I just tore down for a mild performance build. It's going in my 2005 Silverado 2500 HD. I don't think I will be re using the stock Rods & Pistons. The cylinders are shiny and in certain angles of light I can see the factory hone scratches in the cylinders. The bottom part of the cylinders, where the pistons have not traveled has a bit of build up, contemplating what to do about that. Thinking of buying Steel crank, rods & Forged Pistons. No machine work done, all Main and Rod bearings looked good. Cam bearings were worn a bit and the front Cam bearing has a crack in it. So far I have a new BTR cam Valve springs & stem seals with most of the Gaskets. Any thoughts about the Cylinder Bore preparations ? All Bearings will be replaced. Very nice part one and two Videos !
Dear Sir, on min 6:35 what exactly are you doing and what is that needed for? can you please explain how to make sure the phaser gear is in the right position when i will be reinstalling it? is there any guide on this? i know some people using zip ties to keep it winded up in same position but i completely forgot to do this and not sure what to do with it.. thanks
Thank you for your knowledge and video's USA 🇺🇸 USA 🇺🇸
Thanks for watching!
Great video the torque specs might have been Good to know as you went along. I’m looking to rebuild one that the cam lifter collapsed on. I will definitely use this video as our assemble mine. Where would you get those specs for torque numbers?
www.michiganmotorsports.com/torque-specs/
How?Much would you clean and check The clearance is on a block Like this for me
Where are you located I would really like you to do a cam & dod/afm delete ?
Do these cranks have offset bushings/washings that go between the hub/sprocket and the crank or does the sprocket just mate straight to it ? I only ask because I don’t remember mine having any and the timing chain kits some have them and some don’t
Do you do work for the public.
If so how could I contact you about build an engine.
By the way enjoyed the video.
I Can tell your knowledgeable and take pride in your work
Yes, we are a high performance machine shop located in TN. If you go to our website, our contact info and information about our work is there.
How does the oil pick up tube/oil pump screen work without an O ring? Is it supposed to be snug when going in?
It uses an o-ring in the pan.
I can't remember from the first video, did you get away with the stock cam bearings or replaced them?
I believe we used the stock bearings, as they had no wear. But we have replaced quite a few cam bearings on these motors in the past.
@paragonengines1924 oh yeah, the front one is notorious
Hey Sir, Where did you find all the torque specs for that engine?
www.michiganmotorsports.com/torque-specs/
did you put the rear cover on before or after the oil pan ?
Before. These motors have alignment pins to keep the covers in the right spot.
Where did you order your bottom end and gasket set for the LT motors? I can find everything for the top end but the bottom end I can’t find
From the factory, there are no gaskets on the covers or oil pan, just silicone.
@@paragonengines1924 right what about your bearings and piston rigs and seals in the pan…did you order that from GM? I can find all parts from the cam up except cam bearings. The rest in the bottom rod bearings main bearings and rings I can’t find where to order from
I got most of the parts from BTR. You have to buy them individually though, they don't have a kit.
@@paragonengines1924 thank you very much sir
What type of grease is being used on the parts you greased? I seen its yellow?
CMD extreme pressure lube #3.
Which ls front main seal are you using instead of the lt seal
A GM LS seal.
timing cam the then tig weld the sprocket as its adjustable ? would be nice .
You can't weld the sprockets, the sintered material isn't weldable.
How much for all the parts and labor
about $4K.
Really should have washed off the cosmoline from the cam, before lubing it and installing. You didn't clean it off the lifters, either! LOL Those chain tensioners are very prone to breaking, also. Should just use the standard plastic ones. SMH
I cleaned the cam off camera. I'm not worried about the light oil the lifters are coated in, there is no damaging debris on them out of the individual plastic packaging. There also isn't a solid plastic version for a gen 5, so that isn't an option. Anything else I missed?