Can i just use a pipe and tap it on or will this damage the main and rod bearings.

 

That's how you do it. Just don't go crazy. Tap it until it is flush with the crank.

 

If your not sure of something...try shoebox's pages they are great.

 

I don't know if your asking because your just unfamiliar with installing it or if you're having trouble, but keep in mind that unless you've upgraded to a vented opti you cannot use a double roller timing chain set. I had a lot of issues a couple of weeks ago tracking down a timing chain that would work on my 93 Z. I got 4 different part numbers from Crane & Summit, I bought one and it didn't work. Everyone was trying to sell me chains for 95+ LT-1's.

 

oh thanks for all the help guys. i did upgrade to the vented but was just unsure if i was allowed to hit it on.

 

Put it in the oven@ 300* for a couple of hours,have your pipe and beater handy and haul *** to the car and put it on.It will probably go on by hand.

 

Couldn't you just heat it with a torch? I don't know, just asking?

Z

 

Yea IF ya have done it a BUNCH.Ya don't want to over heat it it will take the heat treat out of it.Ya need heat sticks and ya need to get it the same temp all over.(not recommended)
The oven is a controlled environment.

 

I put mine in a pan and heated it up that way. Grabbed it with a rag, ran into the garage and it slid on like butter.

 

I know this is an old thread but how long did you heat in in the oven and at what temp? Thanks

 

Make it hot enough that if you drip water on it, it will sizzle.

 

well ill put my reputation on the line here and say that I beat the living hell out of mine (SHOULDNT HAVE) when it wouldnt go on and I havent spun a bearing yet like I thought i was going to.