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Eagleseye · 01-18-2026, 07:15 PM

So installed stage 3 cam VVT dod delete kit , new springs, rods, rockers etc, 1 7/8 headers, I hooked up the front O2 sensors. Starts right up with oil pressure but won’t stay running. I’m an old school mechanic so bear with me. Is this common before dropping in a new base tune for this build? Old days we would adjust carb and play with timing on this build and get her going then fine tune.
Tell me this is common and that’s all I’m needing . I can play with accelerator and keep it running maybe 5 seconds or so, dies but will again start right up just dies. School this old dude please! Thanks

01-18-2026, 07:15 PM	#1
Eagleseye Drives: 2012 Camaro SS vert Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Kentucky Posts: 53 View My Garage	Won’t stay running after cam install, tune??? So installed stage 3 cam VVT dod delete kit , new springs, rods, rockers etc, 1 7/8 headers, I hooked up the front O2 sensors. Starts right up with oil pressure but won’t stay running. I’m an old school mechanic so bear with me. Is this common before dropping in a new base tune for this build? Old days we would adjust carb and play with timing on this build and get her going then fine tune. Tell me this is common and that’s all I’m needing . I can play with accelerator and keep it running maybe 5 seconds or so, dies but will again start right up just dies. School this old dude please! Thanks __________________ 2012 ss vert automatic. stage 3 BTR cam, afm/vvt delete, LS lifters, BTR rocker arms with upgraded trunion, High strength rods, BTR dual springs, 1 7/8 Headers, Borla Exhaust, 3000-3300 Circle D converter. TO BE CONTINUED…..