Tag: LS engine assembly
LS1 Main Cap Orientation: Which Way Do the Main Caps Face?
LS1 main caps are identified by location and direction. Learn what the numbers mean, which way the main-cap arrows point, and how the caps are positioned before seating them in the block.
How to Check an LS1 Block Deck for Warpage Before Installing...
Before installing the cylinder heads, check the LS1 block deck for warpage. Our LS engine reference specifies maximum flatness of 0.004 inch within 6 inches and 0.008 inch across the deck.
OBD2 Scanner Review: Best Tools for Your Garage
Our OBD2 scanner review explains code readers, live data, bidirectional controls, and fitment so you can buy the right diagnostic tool for your garage.
LS1 Cam Bearing Damage: Why Cam Installation Can Cause Low Oil...
Scratching an LS1 cam bearing during camshaft installation can contribute to reduced oil pressure. Learn how to properly lubricate, support, align, and guide the camshaft through the block without damaging the cam bearings.
LS1 Camshaft End Play: How to Measure Cam Thrust Clearance
LS1 camshaft end play should measure 0.001–0.012 inch. Learn how to check cam thrust clearance with a dial indicator and why aftermarket timing components can affect the measurement.
LS1 Connecting Rod Chamfer Orientation: Which Way Should the Rod Face?
Learn which way the **LS1 connecting-rod chamfer should face**, why it must clear the crankshaft journal fillet, and how correct rod orientation helps prevent clearance problems during LS1 engine assembly.
