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BumbleBeeV62011 · 12-21-2017, 11:07 PM

After 164k miles my car threw the dreaded P0008 code. Now I get to look forward to replacing timing chains, guides, tensioners, etc. I plan to order the parts tomorrow when I get paid, but I wanted to make sure I have a list of everything I need first. I would hate to forget something and then have to order more parts. So far I have the timing set (including all 3 chains, tensioners, guides, and sprockets), timing cover gasket set, valve cover gasket set, and intake manifold gasket. Am I missing anything? If anybody has any advice please share it here. Thanks

cawengr · 12-22-2017, 09:45 AM

There is some info on the chain replacement of a 2006 LY7 at http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul....php?t=1073058
also on the correct parts https://f01.justanswer.com/dehartaut...0b8_tchain.pdf

JJPlace1 · 12-22-2017, 07:29 PM

I would replace the oil pump while I was doing the chains with that many miles . Just a little more of an insurance policy !

BumbleBeeV62011 · 12-27-2017, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by JJPlace1

I would replace the oil pump while I was doing the chains with that many miles . Just a little more of an insurance policy !

Good point. I may go ahead and replace the oil pump too

BumbleBeeV62011 · 12-29-2017, 08:19 PM

I got to start working on it tonight. So far I removed the plenum and valve covers. I'm amazed how clean the internal parts of the engine look after 164k miles. I couldn't believe it has very little buildup. The chains didn't seem loose until I turned the engine over by hand. Once it turned about one revolution my daughter could wiggle the chains between the cams about half an inch. I will start back on it in the morning and report back

JJPlace1 · 01-03-2018, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BumbleBeeV62011

I got to start working on it tonight. So far I removed the plenum and valve covers. I'm amazed how clean the internal parts of the engine look after 164k miles. I couldn't believe it has very little buildup. The chains didn't seem loose until I turned the engine over by hand. Once it turned about one revolution my daughter could wiggle the chains between the cams about half an inch. I will start back on it in the morning and report back

Have you made any progress?

Hope all is going well !

BumbleBeeV62011 · 01-05-2018, 07:47 PM

I have been busy lately but I am still working on it. I broke the crank pulley trying to pull it off with a 3 jaw puller. Other than that, I have removed the timing cover and am currently in the process of replacing the chains, guides, tensioners, etc. I expect to get the timing cover back on it tonight and one valve cover. The reason I plan to put one is because I plan to hold the camshaft while I torque the crank pulley when it arrives

BumbleBeeV62011 · 01-10-2018, 10:57 PM

Ok guys the crank pulley came in today. After taking care of a few things after work I finally got back to working on it. The car is completely together now. I changed the oil with Mobil 1 as always and filled the coolant and power steering fluid ( I spilled some when I moved the reservoir out of the way) then tried to start it. It ran like crap for a minute, which scared the crap out of me. Upon inspection I realized I didn't plug in the MAF sensor. I plugged it in and tried again. It ran smooth this time. I let it warm up and pulled it out of the garage. I couldn't help myself and decided to stomp on the gas. The tires broke loose and I let out before I made a new entrance to my garage lol. I'm thrilled my Camaro is finally ready to drive again!

JJPlace1 · 01-16-2018, 07:04 PM

AWESOME !!

12-21-2017, 11:07 PM	#1
BumbleBeeV62011 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 115	It finally happened After 164k miles my car threw the dreaded P0008 code. Now I get to look forward to replacing timing chains, guides, tensioners, etc. I plan to order the parts tomorrow when I get paid, but I wanted to make sure I have a list of everything I need first. I would hate to forget something and then have to order more parts. So far I have the timing set (including all 3 chains, tensioners, guides, and sprockets), timing cover gasket set, valve cover gasket set, and intake manifold gasket. Am I missing anything? If anybody has any advice please share it here. Thanks

12-22-2017, 07:29 PM	#3
JJPlace1 Drives: 2010 2LT Victory Red Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 156	I would replace the oil pump while I was doing the chains with that many miles . Just a little more of an insurance policy ! __________________ Previous Vehicles 1970 Impala 2D 350/300 1972 Buick GS 350 1967 Pontiac Firebird 326 1969 Chevelle SS 396/375 I really miss this one 1966 Chevelle SS 396/350 1978 Plymouth Fury 440 1982 VW Scirocco ( Got married ) 1987 VW Scirocco 1992 Ford Taurus V6 1996 Dodge Intrepid 2002 Dodge Intrepid 2002 Mercedes ML500 2010 Camaro 2LT

01-16-2018, 07:04 PM	#9
JJPlace1 Drives: 2010 2LT Victory Red Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 156	AWESOME !! __________________ Previous Vehicles 1970 Impala 2D 350/300 1972 Buick GS 350 1967 Pontiac Firebird 326 1969 Chevelle SS 396/375 I really miss this one 1966 Chevelle SS 396/350 1978 Plymouth Fury 440 1982 VW Scirocco ( Got married ) 1987 VW Scirocco 1992 Ford Taurus V6 1996 Dodge Intrepid 2002 Dodge Intrepid 2002 Mercedes ML500 2010 Camaro 2LT

12-22-2017, 09:45 AM	#2
cawengr Drives: Classy Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Illinois Posts: 37	There is some info on the chain replacement of a 2006 LY7 at http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul....php?t=1073058 also on the correct parts https://f01.justanswer.com/dehartaut...0b8_tchain.pdf

12-29-2017, 08:19 PM	#5
BumbleBeeV62011 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 115	I got to start working on it tonight. So far I removed the plenum and valve covers. I'm amazed how clean the internal parts of the engine look after 164k miles. I couldn't believe it has very little buildup. The chains didn't seem loose until I turned the engine over by hand. Once it turned about one revolution my daughter could wiggle the chains between the cams about half an inch. I will start back on it in the morning and report back

01-05-2018, 07:47 PM	#7
BumbleBeeV62011 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 115	I have been busy lately but I am still working on it. I broke the crank pulley trying to pull it off with a 3 jaw puller. Other than that, I have removed the timing cover and am currently in the process of replacing the chains, guides, tensioners, etc. I expect to get the timing cover back on it tonight and one valve cover. The reason I plan to put one is because I plan to hold the camshaft while I torque the crank pulley when it arrives

01-10-2018, 10:57 PM	#8
BumbleBeeV62011 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 115	Ok guys the crank pulley came in today. After taking care of a few things after work I finally got back to working on it. The car is completely together now. I changed the oil with Mobil 1 as always and filled the coolant and power steering fluid ( I spilled some when I moved the reservoir out of the way) then tried to start it. It ran like crap for a minute, which scared the crap out of me. Upon inspection I realized I didn't plug in the MAF sensor. I plugged it in and tried again. It ran smooth this time. I let it warm up and pulled it out of the garage. I couldn't help myself and decided to stomp on the gas. The tires broke loose and I let out before I made a new entrance to my garage lol. I'm thrilled my Camaro is finally ready to drive again!