VY SS Sedan auto

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Valve springs are 1218’s.
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With the otr off you can see how I done the throttle body coolant bypass mod. Pretty easy and simple
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Almost time for the fun stuff
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This little tool worked flawlessly
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If you ever get stuck like I did without having 5/16” dowl to hold the lifters in place. 8.5mm spark leads work a treat
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The old owner of this car was an old cop. Reckons he spent around 7k on the motor having it freshened up, but couldn’t provide recipes. Think it’s safe to say I’m not really doubting it now.
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4 down, another 12 to go
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Looking great mate :thumbup:

Cam changes (in car with heads on) are a pain in the arse on Ls but very worth it
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nice idle ;)
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