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Camshaft, if I can turn it very easily with a little effort with 12 in rachet new bearings are installed should that be okay?

Tiny
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  • 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
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I’ve installed my camera and nothing else in block. My question is, if I can turn it very easily with a little effort with 12 in rachet new bearings are installed should that be okay. It’s hard to turn by hand mostly because of camshaft sprocket.
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Sunday, February 25th, 2024 AT 5:05 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

If you can turn it by hand, that is likely normal. I'm not there to feel how much resistance, but without the spark plugs installed, it should turn somewhat easily.

Joe
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Sunday, February 25th, 2024 AT 7:50 PM
Tiny
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Okay, thanks. Do you know what oil clearance should be for 5.3 camshaft?
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Monday, February 26th, 2024 AT 6:58 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

I attached all the specifications I have related to the camshaft below. Take a look through the two pics and let me know if they help.

Take care,

Joe

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Monday, February 26th, 2024 AT 7:31 PM

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