Request: LT1 Timing Chain Guide?

Tim M · 12-23-2022, 10:34 AM

Merry Christmas!

Life is slowing to restart the LT1 build we are working on.

What is the thoughts on the LME Timing Chain Guide:

https://latemodelengines.com/lt-timing-chain-guide.html

Looks slick, but expensive compare to a new OEM at $30.

We will be running a C5R chain, OEM gears, and shooting for 7000 rpm shift points along with long autobahn runs...

Comments?

Thanks.

KingLT1 · 12-23-2022, 10:55 AM

I would opt for the lme.

Tim M · 12-23-2022, 11:39 AM

KingLT1: Appreciate the response. Are there other options out there?

Tim M · 12-29-2022, 12:16 PM

Ordered! Well let folks know how it goes. Thanks!

h018871 · 01-05-2023, 03:22 PM

I put in the LME LT 'bow tie' with the C5R chain also. The chain will look like it is loose, LME says that's the way they run them. Good luck to us both!

SOCAL.M6.ZLE · 01-05-2023, 03:50 PM

If you are shooting for 7k, I would not run the stock unit. Here is mine installed. I assume you are doing the Katech oil pump also, while everything is opened up?

Katech_Zach · 01-05-2023, 08:00 PM

I am running the stock chain guide (new replacement) and I spin my LT4 to 8000 RPM. The chain guide failure seems to be very rare, so I am taking a chance on this one.

I purchased an LME guide with the intention of running it, but did not like the chain slop without the automatic tensioner. The only reason this concerned me, was because my PTV is dangerously tight. I have 0 room for error on missed shifts or valvetrain timing failures, even if the slop is on the slack side.

For most of my racing customers with standard valvetrain packages, I have them use the LME chain guide.

KingLT1 · 01-06-2023, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katech_Zach

I am running the stock chain guide (new replacement) and I spin my LT4 to 8000 RPM. The chain guide failure seems to be very rare, so I am taking a chance on this one.

I purchased an LME guide with the intention of running it, but did not like the chain slop without the automatic tensioner. The only reason this concerned me, was because my PTV is dangerously tight. I have 0 room for error on missed shifts or valvetrain timing failures, even if the slop is on the slack side.

For most of my racing customers with standard valvetrain packages, I have them use the LME chain guide.

The chain tightens up some when the engine comes up to temp.

12-23-2022, 10:34 AM	#1
Tim M Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 903	Request: LT1 Timing Chain Guide? Merry Christmas! Life is slowing to restart the LT1 build we are working on. What is the thoughts on the LME Timing Chain Guide: https://latemodelengines.com/lt-timing-chain-guide.html Looks slick, but expensive compare to a new OEM at $30. We will be running a C5R chain, OEM gears, and shooting for 7000 rpm shift points along with long autobahn runs... Comments? Thanks. __________________ 2018 SS 1LE German Based Nurburgring Visit #19 202 MPH Ring Laps: 86

12-23-2022, 10:55 AM	#2
KingLT1 Drives: 2016 1SS NFG A8 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: 46804 Posts: 7,628	I would opt for the lme. __________________ 2016 NFG SS A8/Whipple 2.9/Fuel System/Flex Fuel

12-23-2022, 11:39 AM	#3
Tim M Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 903	KingLT1: Appreciate the response. Are there other options out there? __________________ 2018 SS 1LE German Based Nurburgring Visit #19 202 MPH Ring Laps: 86

12-29-2022, 12:16 PM	#4
Tim M Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 903	Ordered! Well let folks know how it goes. Thanks! __________________ 2018 SS 1LE German Based Nurburgring Visit #19 202 MPH Ring Laps: 86

01-05-2023, 03:22 PM	#5
h018871 Geoff Drives: 2022 SS 1LE Join Date: May 2013 Location: Houston Posts: 1,773	I put in the LME LT 'bow tie' with the C5R chain also. The chain will look like it is loose, LME says that's the way they run them. Good luck to us both! __________________ Having a Blast https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...php?p=10741733

01-05-2023, 03:50 PM	#6
SOCAL.M6.ZLE Having FUN in the SUN... Drives: 2022 M6 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 2,167	If you are shooting for 7k, I would not run the stock unit. Here is mine installed. I assume you are doing the Katech oil pump also, while everything is opened up? Attached Images __________________ 2022 M6 ZLE: GMS Stage.III KONG X.PORT Package + DMS Lid + GMS Rear Bumper Belly Pan + GMS Hood Bracket + GMS Flex Fuel Package + MONSTER Triple S Clutch + XDI.50% Injectors + CLICK FOR BUILD LIST or www.GRIFFIN-MOTORSPORTS.com = 915rwhp 850rwtq + E60 + 15psi

01-05-2023, 08:00 PM	#7
Katech_Zach Drives: 14 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Clinton Twp, MI Posts: 483	I am running the stock chain guide (new replacement) and I spin my LT4 to 8000 RPM. The chain guide failure seems to be very rare, so I am taking a chance on this one. I purchased an LME guide with the intention of running it, but did not like the chain slop without the automatic tensioner. The only reason this concerned me, was because my PTV is dangerously tight. I have 0 room for error on missed shifts or valvetrain timing failures, even if the slop is on the slack side. For most of my racing customers with standard valvetrain packages, I have them use the LME chain guide.

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