camshaft suggestions
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camshaft suggestions
So ill give some info first. I have a bone stock #3970010 engine. Ive got a victor jr intake, a demon #1282010 650cfm carburetor, And a cheap set of pacesetter headers. Before i put the engine in my car i would like to install a better camshaft. Its a new re-manufactured engine for a heavy duty truck and it came with a "torque" cam installed, but im guessing there are better options available.
So my main question for the professionals is what camshaft would be best for my application. Also im wondering if the carburetor might be to big. Ive heard rumors that a 500cfm would be better suited to this nearly stock engine. But i do have an afr gauge for it aswell so i suppose tuning it wouldnt be an issue.
So my main question for the professionals is what camshaft would be best for my application. Also im wondering if the carburetor might be to big. Ive heard rumors that a 500cfm would be better suited to this nearly stock engine. But i do have an afr gauge for it aswell so i suppose tuning it wouldnt be an issue.
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Re: camshaft suggestions
You also need to watch the max lift the heads can handle, and what springs you run. But the Comp 268H is a perennial favorite:
http://www.compcams.com/v002/Pages/388/XE268H-10.aspx
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http://www.compcams.com/v002/Pages/388/XE268H-10.aspx
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Re: camshaft suggestions
Heads. It's all about the heads. What heads does it have?
If they are the same heads that came on that old block, most likely they are better doorstops than something to go with a Victor Jr intake. Those heads flow so poorly they can't support a cam that makes power over 5000 rpm. Since the intake starts making power at 4000 rpm (3500 if you're feeling generous), you're building an engine with a very narrow powerband.
Can't make a usable cam recommendation without knowing what heads you've got. And what your intended use is for the car.
If they are the same heads that came on that old block, most likely they are better doorstops than something to go with a Victor Jr intake. Those heads flow so poorly they can't support a cam that makes power over 5000 rpm. Since the intake starts making power at 4000 rpm (3500 if you're feeling generous), you're building an engine with a very narrow powerband.
Can't make a usable cam recommendation without knowing what heads you've got. And what your intended use is for the car.
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Re: camshaft suggestions
sorry for the missing info. Im using a set of old style "double hump" heads. i know they arent very good, but its what i have currently. As far as intened use, its just a weekend cruiser. Car shows, and cruise nights.
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Re: camshaft suggestions
Get a Comp "***** Thumpa". Drive the car show crowd wild, even if the car can't pull itself onto the trailer without the winch. The 8-yr-old kids don't understand.
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Re: camshaft suggestions
Actually, not a bad idea. It will sound tough. As long as you don't try to prove it, you should be good to go. Get the lowest lift version (your heads & valve springs most likely can't handle much lift).
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Re: camshaft suggestions
I can promise you, sell the vic jr, buy a performer rpm and the car will be faster and 10 times more responsive. A nearly stock motor with just a hotter cam with a vic jr will be a DOG!! you don't need the airgap rpm either, the regular one is fine.
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Re: camshaft suggestions
If your heads are stock type and cant take much lift the old trusty Summit K1102 flat tappet cam or something along those parameters is a good choice. 650 carb should be perfect and I agree on the performer rpm manifold