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Old Apr 2, 2005 | 08:16 PM
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Question Bare essential gaskets for cam swap

I just want to do just a cam only swap, I see Thunderracing has a kit for around $100--Dont think i need all that--What gaskets/seal do i really need for just my cam swap only? Intake manifold, water pump shaft seal, opti gasket, crank seal and timing cover gasket--Im sure i missed something, thanks for your help, suggestions-- Dwayne
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 08:50 PM
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Re: Bare essential gaskets for cam swap

Gaskets you will destroy:

Intake manifold
water pump (2)
timing cover

Others you may need:

Valve cover gaskets

all the round seals in the timing cover

Water Pump O-rings

Opti-spark O-rings

Oil Pan gasket
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 10:23 PM
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Re: Bare essential gaskets for cam swap

Thanks for your help Dwayne
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 11:29 PM
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Re: Bare essential gaskets for cam swap

Get a front cover set from felpro.. You'll be surpized what they are throwing in there now.. oil pan seal, opti and water pump drive stuff.. even water pump gaskets
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 11:32 PM
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Re: Bare essential gaskets for cam swap

Again Thanks for the help Dwayne
Old Apr 2, 2005 | 11:36 PM
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Re: Bare essential gaskets for cam swap

Hey Rooster if all goes well you,ll be get my pcm someday Dwayne
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