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I can get these performance parts, what do you think?

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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 10:34 AM
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From: Valdosta, GA
Car: 1991 Trans Am GTA
Engine: L98(5.7 L TPI)
Transmission: 700r4(A4)
Axle/Gears: G80 RPO, 3:23s, Auburn Racer's Diff
I can get these performance parts, what do you think?

I'm looking for a heads, cam, headers, exhaust combo for my 350 TPI. I'm looking for max horsepower while maintaining driveability and streetability.

I found these used parts for sale. They supposedly have 1200 miles on them. What do you guys think?

crane hyd. roller cam (214*/220* duration @ 0.050 .452/.465 lift)
crane lifters timing chain and pushrods

here are some pics

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a13.../Photo_116.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a13.../Photo_117.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a13.../Photo_118.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a13.../Photo_119.jpg

And someone please tell me those spots arent rust!

Are these parts any good? Or should I go with something else. Whats a good price to pay for the whole set? Is there anything else I need to purchase to make this stuff work?

Thanks!
Bill
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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 11:43 AM
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Car: 1989 Firebird Formula
Engine: 5.7L 355 TPI
Transmission: 700 R4 with TCI rebuild kit and valve body mods
doesnt seem bad man, i mean it IS a roller. i'd probably just clean those lifters and cam up a little bit, and throw them in
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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 01:15 PM
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it's not rust, it's oil.
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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 02:47 PM
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From: Valdosta, GA
Car: 1991 Trans Am GTA
Engine: L98(5.7 L TPI)
Transmission: 700r4(A4)
Axle/Gears: G80 RPO, 3:23s, Auburn Racer's Diff
I heard that if i wanted to use a roller cam I'd need some special parts or something. Any ideas on this?

Is there another make/model cam I should perhaps try?

How much of a horsepower gain should I see?

Should I be worried about warping, etc, etc with used parts like this?

Anything else I need to buy to make it work?

What's a reasonable price for this stuff?

Thanks!
Bill
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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 09:33 PM
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From: Valdosta, GA
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Axle/Gears: G80 RPO, 3:23s, Auburn Racer's Diff
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