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Go Fast Kid · 06-03-2010, 09:54 PM

Just completed a cam swap in the LS3. Purchased Comp cams 3 bolt cam. About the only differences you will encounter is the three bolt cam needs the chain guide replaced which requires the oil pump to be removed which requires the oil pan to be dropped. Consider purchasing a single bolt cam and save yourself the grief.

The LS3 has offset intake valves, the LS1 does not, so you will need a valve spring removal tool from Lingenfelter or Crane Cams to replace the springs.

The LS3 motor in the C5 requires the fans and radiator to be removed and the condenser coils to be slid out of the way.

Thats about the only differences.

06-03-2010, 09:54 PM	#2
Go Fast Kid Drives: Camaro 2010 SS LS7 427ci Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Miami Posts: 61	LS3 cam swap Just completed a cam swap in the LS3. Purchased Comp cams 3 bolt cam. About the only differences you will encounter is the three bolt cam needs the chain guide replaced which requires the oil pump to be removed which requires the oil pan to be dropped. Consider purchasing a single bolt cam and save yourself the grief. The LS3 has offset intake valves, the LS1 does not, so you will need a valve spring removal tool from Lingenfelter or Crane Cams to replace the springs. The LS3 motor in the C5 requires the fans and radiator to be removed and the condenser coils to be slid out of the way. Thats about the only differences.