Finally, I got a chance to set the timing correctly (ie w/ESC wire disconnected). I'm leaving it at 8deg right now -- I opened her up on the highway and OMG! It's very nice to feel it pulling hard all the way to redline (where I pussed out and shifted ).

All that work feels worth it now. The camshaft swapping bit, other than the PITA reinstalling the timing cover w/lots of RTV, was actually easier than putting in the new valve springs/stem seals...

I'll see y'all in jail, after they arrest me for going 100 mph all the time now (on accident) :lala:

 

 

did you see a huge difference from the cam? im still debating on wether or not to upgrade my motor or save for a 350. mine has 107k on it now so im not sure what im gonna do.

 

Grr!! Dont say this stuff, Im dying for my parts to get here so I can start on my engine too!!!

 

tbi305,

Definitely a very big high-end difference from the combo (intake/cam w/new stiffer springs). I'm giving most of the credit to the cam, but I'm sure the new intake is adding quite a bit to the equation. I just turned over 102,000... if you're taking good care of the engine, I wouldn't be too concerned at 107,000, if that's what you meant. Then again, a 350 (or 383!) will give you more power and if it's new or rebuilt, you won't have to worry about longevity at all (but you can't beat the price of an LT1 cam swap!).

Later.

 

well i would like to get a 350 eventually...if the 305 had only say 70k i wouldnt even consider changing it yet. but since its has 107k i may just wait and replace it im not sure yet

 

That's pretty cool. Good job.

I was going to do a LT1 cam swap in my '92, but I got an offer I just couldn't refuse...


I think I sold my cam to a board member, actually.


In any event...cool...just watch that speed...just keep doing heavy 0-65's so they can't say anything...