heads/cam install...need list of whats all needed

DemonGT · 04-11-2002, 11:51 PM

hey...my goal this summer is to get my TFS heads and either TFS stage one cam or ed curtis cam installed havnt bought either yet...but what id like is a list and or opinions on what else i should do or get..like little things...like FPR...lifters etc.

i have a basic idea/list in my head but there is so meny little things i could forget something and i know some of you have experience and might have a good idea on something i might need...thanx

DRASTiK · 04-12-2002, 09:42 AM

- gaskets
- thread sealer
- new head bolts (ARP)
- injectors
- AFPR
- hardened pushrods
- roller rockers
- fuel pressure gauge
- RTV
- assembly lube for cam
- lifters

make sure you have an accurate torque wrench.

I probably forgot something, but this is what I came up with off the top of my head. Hope it helps,
Dave

Green9550 · 04-12-2002, 11:02 AM

You'll probably want to put a new timming chain on. Maybe a new water pump since it will be off. You will definately need two plugs that go into the heads to make the bolt holes smaller, they are a ford only part. 190lph intake fuel pump.
I can't think of anything else at the moment, but I'm sure there are a few little things I am forgetting. DRASTiK hit about everything I can think of. Hope this helps.

-Billy

DemonGT · 04-12-2002, 12:59 PM

thanks alot...if anyone has any ideas let me know

chris91LX · 04-12-2002, 05:48 PM

I think what Green9550 was talking about was the reducers that allow you to put the accessory bolts into the heads. My Edelbrock heads came with them and i am sure if you buy a new set of heads they should come with them no matter what the brand. One other thing you may need is some reducers for the head bolts. Not sure what size the Trick Flows come in but many of the aftermarket head companies drill the holes for the head bolts out to 1/2" size instead of the 7/16" that go into the 302 blocks. The reason for this is that the companies want their heads to be able to fit on 351's (which are 1/2" bolts) as well as the 302's. You can get the inserts from Summit or a local speed shop but the Trick Flows may actually come with them. I bought the Trick Flow brand of inserts from Summit for around $25, there was another that was like $49 and they were about $65 from the local speed shop.

04-11-2002, 11:51 PM	#1
DemonGT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 879	heads/cam install...need list of whats all needed hey...my goal this summer is to get my TFS heads and either TFS stage one cam or ed curtis cam installed havnt bought either yet...but what id like is a list and or opinions on what else i should do or get..like little things...like FPR...lifters etc. i have a basic idea/list in my head but there is so meny little things i could forget something and i know some of you have experience and might have a good idea on something i might need...thanx __________________ '91 GT,410W,10.5 to 1 comp,Victor Jr. heads,Victor 5.8 intake,FTI cam,Crane retro fit lifters,Scorpian 1.6 RR's,Melling HV oil pump,MSD distro.,Canton oil pan,FMS flywheel,Romac balancer,FMS timing chain,Accufab 90mm TB,C&L 76mm maf, 42lbers,HD clutch,K&N air filter,Mac long tubes,Pro dumps,powerchamber,FMS 9mm wires,180 thermostat,Ford Racing gauges,5inch Tach,centerline convo pro's,nitto DR's,Pro3i lower control arms,50/50 shocks,3.55 gears,TFS HD diff. cover Next year: Tremec TKO,Spec stage 3 clutch,alum driveshaft,complete fuel system www.angelfire.com/linux/demondan

04-12-2002, 09:42 AM	#2
DRASTiK Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 536	- gaskets - thread sealer - new head bolts (ARP) - injectors - AFPR - hardened pushrods - roller rockers - fuel pressure gauge - RTV - assembly lube for cam - lifters make sure you have an accurate torque wrench. I probably forgot something, but this is what I came up with off the top of my head. Hope it helps, Dave __________________ Dave 88 GT - 13.4@106 on street tires (2.2 60ft) My Stang RHC member #75 My stang is FOR SALE!!

04-12-2002, 11:02 AM	#3
Green9550 Resident Redneck Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Cecil County, MD Posts: 165	You'll probably want to put a new timming chain on. Maybe a new water pump since it will be off. You will definately need two plugs that go into the heads to make the bolt holes smaller, they are a ford only part. 190lph intake fuel pump. I can't think of anything else at the moment, but I'm sure there are a few little things I am forgetting. DRASTiK hit about everything I can think of. Hope this helps. -Billy __________________ 95' GT: 306, XL Ross Pistons, Ultra Lite H-beam Rods, Forged Scat Crank, 28oz Romac, 28oz JW flexplate, FTI ported RPM II intake, FTI ported AFR 165's, FTI custom cam, 75mm BBK Throttle body, 80mm Pro-M, 4800 PI stall, PA Super Comp AODE, Strange 33 spline race axles, Strange ultra lite spool, Motive lite 4.30's, Strange rear race brakes, Mega bite seniors, double adjustable uppers w/spherical bushings, Racecraft anti-roll bar, LPW rear end girdle, Metco d/s loop, A9L conversion, AFM PMS

04-12-2002, 12:59 PM	#4
DemonGT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 879	thanks alot...if anyone has any ideas let me know __________________ '91 GT,410W,10.5 to 1 comp,Victor Jr. heads,Victor 5.8 intake,FTI cam,Crane retro fit lifters,Scorpian 1.6 RR's,Melling HV oil pump,MSD distro.,Canton oil pan,FMS flywheel,Romac balancer,FMS timing chain,Accufab 90mm TB,C&L 76mm maf, 42lbers,HD clutch,K&N air filter,Mac long tubes,Pro dumps,powerchamber,FMS 9mm wires,180 thermostat,Ford Racing gauges,5inch Tach,centerline convo pro's,nitto DR's,Pro3i lower control arms,50/50 shocks,3.55 gears,TFS HD diff. cover Next year: Tremec TKO,Spec stage 3 clutch,alum driveshaft,complete fuel system www.angelfire.com/linux/demondan

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04-12-2002, 05:48 PM	#5
chris91LX Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Suburban Chicago, Hanover Park Posts: 695	I think what Green9550 was talking about was the reducers that allow you to put the accessory bolts into the heads. My Edelbrock heads came with them and i am sure if you buy a new set of heads they should come with them no matter what the brand. One other thing you may need is some reducers for the head bolts. Not sure what size the Trick Flows come in but many of the aftermarket head companies drill the holes for the head bolts out to 1/2" size instead of the 7/16" that go into the 302 blocks. The reason for this is that the companies want their heads to be able to fit on 351's (which are 1/2" bolts) as well as the 302's. You can get the inserts from Summit or a local speed shop but the Trick Flows may actually come with them. I bought the Trick Flow brand of inserts from Summit for around $25, there was another that was like $49 and they were about $65 from the local speed shop.