Pushrods for LS7 lifters? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

jcaligood · 04-02-2018, 11:12 PM

So, I've decided to go with the "Texas Speed Dual Spring Cam Package"

This kit includes:
Stage 2 N/A cam: 229/244 .629/.615 112
3 bolt cam core
Texas Speed 7.400 Hardened chromoly pushrods
PAC .660 dual springs w/ one piece seat & seal
GM 3 bolt 4x upper sprocket

I'll still need to get a replacement timing chain, maybe stock or C5R.
Also necessary gaskets/bolts.
Is there anything I'm missing for this cam install? I plan to do it myself.

I'm thinking about replacing the stock lifters with LS7 lifters while I have it open.

My question is, will 7.400 pushrods still work with LS7 lifters? are they the same length as LS3 lifters?

Also, has anyone used this cam kit? Texas Speed is selling this kit for a very affordable price, just wondering if anyone has used any of their valvetrain components or cams?

Thanks.

hammdo · 04-02-2018, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcaligood

So, I've decided to go with the "Texas Speed Dual Spring Cam Package"

This kit includes:
Stage 2 N/A cam: 229/244 .629/.615 112
3 bolt cam core
Texas Speed 7.400 Hardened chromoly pushrods
PAC .660 dual springs w/ one piece seat & seal
GM 3 bolt 4x upper sprocket

I'll still need to get a replacement timing chain, maybe stock or C5R.
Also necessary gaskets/bolts.
Is there anything I'm missing for this cam install? I plan to do it myself.

I'm thinking about replacing the stock lifters with LS7 lifters while I have it open.

My question is, will 7.400 pushrods still work with LS7 lifters? are they the same length as LS3 lifters?

Also, has anyone used this cam kit? Texas Speed is selling this kit for a very affordable price, just wondering if anyone has used any of their valvetrain components or cams?

Thanks.

If you get the package from TSP, they should give you the correct push rods. On my VVT upgrade from GPI, I got everything needed (gaskets, cam, etc.) and, LS7 lifters. My push rods were 7.425 as I had my heads milled .020. GPI matched everything up for me, went without a hitch...

Robertway’s cam install guide is the best out there...

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125123

-Don

jergarr · 04-03-2018, 12:29 AM

The LS3 lifters are the same as LS7 lifters.

Matt8892(2) · 04-03-2018, 05:20 AM

Oil pump! And I’m also gunna get them to install the chc (I think that’s the acronym) bushing kit for the rockers when they port my heads and install the springs.

sixty9fordkiller · 04-03-2018, 07:58 AM

LS3 lifters = LS7 lifters

frankwjr · 04-03-2018, 08:40 AM

lol...keep researchin bro...you CAN NOT change the lifters WITHOUT taking the heads off...

your gettin there but your q's continue to show that your are not takin the time to figure some of this out yourself.

peace...

Clarkstar · 04-03-2018, 09:25 AM

Imo.. go with at least a stage 3 cam. Don't waste your time and money with 1 or 2...

0331Marine · 04-03-2018, 12:47 PM

Man, not to be mean, but I think you need to pay someone to do your swap.

jcaligood · 04-03-2018, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by sixty9fordkiller

LS3 lifters = LS7 lifters

thanks.

jcaligood · 04-03-2018, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jergarr

The LS3 lifters are the same as LS7 lifters.

thank you

jcaligood · 04-03-2018, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by frankwjr

lol...keep researchin bro...you CAN NOT change the lifters WITHOUT taking the heads off...

your gettin there but your q's continue to show that your are not takin the time to figure some of this out yourself.

peace...

i never said you could.

jcaligood · 04-03-2018, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 0331Marine

Man, not to be mean, but I think you need to pay someone to do your swap.

thanks, but im doing this myself. there's a wealth of information on this forum, im learning more everyday, im sure the more experienced guys are as well.

theres a complete write up on this swap, what makes you think im not capable?

jergarr · 04-03-2018, 08:38 PM

I would look into doing the trunion upgrade to the rockers as well.

RGD · 04-03-2018, 09:20 PM

Head bolts, head gasket, valve cover gasket, trunnion upgrade, balancer bolt, oil pump, and that’s just a few off the top of my head. Take your time and have fun. It’s definitely worth it.

04-02-2018, 11:12 PM	#1
jcaligood Drives: '18 SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 405	Pushrods for LS7 lifters? So, I've decided to go with the "Texas Speed Dual Spring Cam Package" This kit includes: Stage 2 N/A cam: 229/244 .629/.615 112 3 bolt cam core Texas Speed 7.400 Hardened chromoly pushrods PAC .660 dual springs w/ one piece seat & seal GM 3 bolt 4x upper sprocket I'll still need to get a replacement timing chain, maybe stock or C5R. Also necessary gaskets/bolts. Is there anything I'm missing for this cam install? I plan to do it myself. I'm thinking about replacing the stock lifters with LS7 lifters while I have it open. My question is, will 7.400 pushrods still work with LS7 lifters? are they the same length as LS3 lifters? Also, has anyone used this cam kit? Texas Speed is selling this kit for a very affordable price, just wondering if anyone has used any of their valvetrain components or cams? Thanks.

04-03-2018, 12:29 AM	#3
jergarr Drives: 11' RJT 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Chicago Posts: 298	The LS3 lifters are the same as LS7 lifters. __________________ GPI VVT3 Cam Circle D 3800 Single Disc Stall 1LE 3.91s Stainless Power Headers w/cats Fluidampr 25% UDP Cold Air Inductions Intake Bo White Ported Throttle Body ADM Trans Cooler Some BMR Goodies

04-03-2018, 07:58 AM	#5
sixty9fordkiller Donkey Dick Cam Camaro Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 M6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,998	LS3 lifters = LS7 lifters __________________ Bone Stock

04-03-2018, 08:40 AM	#6
frankwjr Drives: 2010 SS 2SS M6 Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Smithsburg, Md. Posts: 2,445	lol...keep researchin bro...you CAN NOT change the lifters WITHOUT taking the heads off... your gettin there but your q's continue to show that your are not takin the time to figure some of this out yourself. peace... __________________ 2010 SS 2SS M6 - Tune by RDP dynoSteve!(Woot) - Daily Driver - *150K!* - All work by me...

04-03-2018, 09:25 AM	#7
Clarkstar Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ixonia wi Posts: 1,456	Imo.. go with at least a stage 3 cam. Don't waste your time and money with 1 or 2... __________________ 2013 1le- Katech 416 short block, TSP custom grind cam, LOD intake, cnc heads by F.ED., Nick William's 102mm T.B., CORN fed, Pedders coilovers. Performance street alingnment by Justin at Lake Country Alignment and dyno tune by Late Model Throttle. 603 h.p. 495 ft lbs tq.

04-03-2018, 05:20 AM	#4
Matt8892(2) Drives: Black camaro 2ss 45th Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Central NJ Posts: 359	Oil pump! And I’m also gunna get them to install the chc (I think that’s the acronym) bushing kit for the rockers when they port my heads and install the springs.

04-03-2018, 12:47 PM	#8
0331Marine Drives: 2012 SS/RS MN6 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Covington Ga Posts: 783	Man, not to be mean, but I think you need to pay someone to do your swap.

04-03-2018, 08:38 PM	#13
jergarr Drives: 11' RJT 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Chicago Posts: 298	I would look into doing the trunion upgrade to the rockers as well. __________________ GPI VVT3 Cam Circle D 3800 Single Disc Stall 1LE 3.91s Stainless Power Headers w/cats Fluidampr 25% UDP Cold Air Inductions Intake Bo White Ported Throttle Body ADM Trans Cooler Some BMR Goodies

04-03-2018, 09:20 PM	#14
RGD Drives: 2010 2ss Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Loganville GA Posts: 28	Head bolts, head gasket, valve cover gasket, trunnion upgrade, balancer bolt, oil pump, and that’s just a few off the top of my head. Take your time and have fun. It’s definitely worth it.