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Old 12-22-2010, 02:32 PM
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I'm still in search for a cam for my 2002 Corvette Z06. Currently I have
shorties on the motor but long tubes are coming. I also have the Borla
Stingers and the Halltech Venom CAI. I've kind of narrowed it between 2
cams, the Comp XR275HR (54-426-11) and the Texas Speed 228R, both with 112 LSA.
I can see the difference in the numbers but I know that you guys can tell me what the
difference will be in my motor and the difference that I will feel. The car
is not a daily driver but I want to keep it very drivable, it's not going to
the track and will not be raced. But when I drive thru a Car Show I want
everybody to notice it (or at least turn their heads). I'm sure interested
to hear what you guys say. I will also be replacing the springs, timing
chain and probably the oil pump when I do the change out. One more thing, I
see that Texas Speed's kits come with pushrods, springs, retainers & locks. Can I use
my stock retainers and locks and save some money or is it just not worth it?
Can I reuse my pushrods?
Old 12-23-2010, 07:41 AM
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The 275hr is a good cam thats what I was running in mine. And I got a 12.0 stock suspension full waight but it is a baby and intended for someone whos a daily driver. And yess u got to replace ur vaulve train and use new retainers, locks, pushrods,ect. Not worth the damage if u dont
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just go with the 228r @ kit from tx speed & u will be happy & safe!!...oh & don't go cheap on the tune!...with a good tune it is very drivable.
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The 228/228 112 lsa or a 226/230 111lsa, or even the 228/228 w/111lsa.
I'd also install a set of electric cut-outs, so that you will definitely get noticed.

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I called John at Texas Speed today and ordered the 228R kit. Now I have to make a list of everything I need to complete the project.



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