<Project> 1998 Trans Am Upgrades

[meissen]

I have LS7 Lifters in my LT1 and I didn't change the height.

[ryanwarby01]

I have LS7 Lifters in my LT1 and I didn't change the height.

Same for me

[c0ncEpT]

You should ALWAYS measure for pushrod length...

Jeff has a checker I'm sure he would let you borrow if you asked.

[1BADAIR]

should be checked. a stock one can kinda work to get close. aim for .060-.080 preload

[Schuby87]

Very cool!! You forgot the upgraded cam specs though

Maybe next winter. No money in the budget for a cam swap right now since I have a house payment and a garage to finish. I do have some money set aside for a detail that I never got last year...

Well, change of plans...



I've decided to add a cam and converter to the list.

What I have gathered so far in addition to the cam:

LS7 Lifters


7.4" Pushrods


Melling High Volume & Flow Oil Pump


Trick Flow Dual Spring Kit - Springs/Retainers/Seats/Seals


B&M Trans Cooler


I have a head/cam swap gasket and bolt kit, LS2 timing chain, LS2 lifter trays, and LS1 rocker arms on the way. Ridings should have my 3800 converter finished next week.

Got a cherry picker too...


I still need to get some dollys so I can move the engine and trans after dropping the K frame.


Does anyone have a valve spring compressor tool I can use for a few days? I don't really want to spend $90+ on one. Also, does anyone have tips on installing the valve seals? I am really worried I am going to rip one on the end of the valve stem or on the lock channel.

[Schuby87]

I took advantage of Harbor Frieght's 4th of July sale plus 25% off coupon today. Picked up some lights and dollys.

[sman]

What did the dollys cost?

[Darren]

I took advantage of the sale and of that coupon today too!

[MP81]

Glad to hear you're doing a cam swap, Brett! Just what your car needs!

[Schuby87]

What did the dollys cost?

$40 with the sale and 25% off.

Glad to hear you're doing a cam swap, Brett! Just what your car needs!

Yeah man, I'm really looking forward to it. Not only the cam, but finally getting my car out for the year.

[Schuby87]

Got my shipment from Texas Speed today...

LS2 Lifter Trays


LS2 Timing Set


Head/Cam Gasket Set


I typically order all gaskets individually. This gasket set made things a lot easier. That's the way I'm going from now on.

I just need a few more things now. A few miscelenaous tools - T50 torx, fuel line disconnect tool, dome deepwell sockets. I need my converter from Ridings and my rocker arms. I'm still looking for a valve spring compressor too - does anyone have one I can borrow?

[Schuby87]

I ordered a valve spring compressor tool and my bag-o-rockers came in today.

[OIF1VET]

Good luck with your build dude!

[meissen]

Awesome! PS love the pics on the wall in the background.

[Schuby87]

Good luck with your build dude!

Thanks man. I guess I should start actually working on it so I can call it a build and not a part collection. Lol

Awesome! PS love the pics on the wall in the background.

The big ones on the left or the old magazine ads on the right? The big ones are cool but I like the old ads better because they are what made me want a Trans Am. The big ones are available on eBay still and can be customized. I posted a thread on them a while ago.