I have an 87 2.8 with tbi and auto-trans that I'd like to install cranes #250531 cam into[previously in 83 with 4bbl]. The specs are 204/427 216/454, card says 80-up,smooth idle,daily usage,light towing,economy,but crane's online spec card says"emission controled without computer". The tech at crane said[not to convincingly] that it should be o.k. The only mods I plan to make on this vehicle is the cam swap and maybe a catback freeflow exhaust. Anyone using this cam or having done extensive mods to a 2.8,I would appreciate your input !

 

I would agree with the Crane rep...its less radical than the cam Redraif is running, and hers runs fine with the computer 9also 87 2.8).

 

Any post with Redarif's engine or cam specs ?

 

Its on her website I believe...

http://www.cardomain.com/id/redraif

BTW its overcammed...it killed some low end torque, but the midrange and top are a lot better. Gas mileage also improved a lot, amazingly. It still has some tuning issues, but it doesn't code and sounds pretty mean for a V6.

 

Page 27 has the specs...
http://www.cardomain.com/member_page...191601&page=27

 

Thanks for the info;my main issue is whether the cam will cause problems with the computer and drivability as I don't plan on any other mods other than the cam and cat back exhaust. I would be interested in hearing from others that have done mods to a 2.8.

 

We had to raise the idle speed slightly (adjustment screw on the throttle body), but that was the only issue. Drivability is actually better now IMHO.