LM7 with flat top pistons
03-28-2016, 09:16 AM
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LM7 with flat top pistons
I am building a LM7 and I have it torn all the way down and now im ready to rebuild. I am wondering if I could put flat top pistons in and not have a problem with piston to valve clearance. Im thinking 4.8 pistons. Do i need valve reliefs? This is the cam I am running http://www.summitracing.com/parts/cca-54-600-11 . Also I have 706 heads. Thanks
03-28-2016, 10:39 AM
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Re: LM7 with flat top pistons
Only one way to know for sure. Doesn't look like that cam has a huge lift so you might be alright.
03-28-2016, 12:41 PM
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Re: LM7 with flat top pistons
The L33 (Gen III) 5.3 had flat top pistons as well as all Gen IV 5.3's (LMG, LC9). You can estimate but the only way will be to properly check PTV when the cam goes in.
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