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Old 09-17-2013, 10:01 PM
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Looking at getting a used cam. So far these are the two I am considering. Going used to keep costs low.

First. 224/224 567/567 112lsa lobes unknown

second. 231/235 615/610 113+2
On eps lobes.

These are the only 2 used cams that I have come across that seem to fit my set up.

01 reg cab short bed Silverado ls1 headers ory 3in exh built 60e 3k stall 3.73 gears.

Feedback is appreciated!

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Since you have gears and a stall i'd opt for the 2nd one personally
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Martin anyone???
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I assume this going in a 5.3? If those are the only 2 choices, I'd personally pick the first.
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As stated above it is a LS1 5.7L.
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I'd go with the first in a heavy vehicle like a truck too. More grunt down low to get it moving.
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IMO, seeing it's going in a truck with a 3k stall, I'd go with the 224/224 112lsa.
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Originally Posted by Gunslinger09
I'd go with the first in a heavy vehicle like a truck too. More grunt down low to get it moving.
Originally Posted by 99Bluz28
IMO, seeing it's going in a truck with a 3k stall, I'd go with the 224/224 112lsa.
I'm definitely agreeing with these guys...torque moves weight not a high
dyno number....most street brawls are over in 5-700 feet.
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Thanks 4 d feedback guys
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you can buy a complete cam kit from Texas Speed or thunder racing for $600,cam,springs,and harden push rods .$40 for a ls2 timing chain.
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Originally Posted by garygnu
you can buy a complete cam kit from Texas Speed or thunder racing for $600,cam,springs,and harden push rods .$40 for a ls2 timing chain.
...except Thunder Racing is no more...
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Originally Posted by BandDirector Blk98ZM6

...except Thunder Racing is no more...
That's a really good thing!



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