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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 02:58 PM
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theres a shop locally that will do it for 350 springs cam
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Whistler
I can get the install of the cam and springs done for you, same day for $440 including gaskets and fresh antifreeze.
Damn thats a badazz price for you guy's in that area.
We are at 950 BTW for a full cam swap with springs, chain, pump etc, and 550 extra for a full tune using EFI live.
Figured I would add in on this thread seeing as it is about pricing.
I thought we were very high but juding by most post's we are around avarage or just a tad high of avarage. Whistler is way below avarage. I might let him change my next cam. HAHAHA
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Whistler
I can get the install of the cam and springs done for you, same day for $440 including gaskets and fresh antifreeze.


**** I am sending all my installs to Whistler. I cant do it for that. Overhead is a bitch.
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 05:46 PM
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most GM shops around here want 600-700 minimum for a cam and springs install.
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 06:40 PM
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I live in Oviedo, so I may just give FX a call. I am really glad I came upon this thread!
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 10:33 PM
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hell i might TRAVEL to orlando for my cam and heads this winter! lol let me know how it goes!
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Old Nov 6, 2007 | 10:55 PM
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I'd recommend Chris (Whistler) as well... great guy
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 01:04 PM
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Damn check this out.

http://www.mphparts.com/mm5/merchant...Category_Code=

Brand new Comp cam, Brand new set of Patriot Gold Spring's (Kit) and all the gaskets for the cam swap. All for 649.99. Then have Wistler do the install (probably for 400 as you already have gaskets) and you have a cam installed and ready for tuning for under $1100.00 That is a damn good deal.
Even if you want to add Pushrods, a new timing chain, and a ported oil pump and a UD pulley, we sell that whole combo for 1113.93 and then the install you will still be well under 1600 for everything.

Give us a call if you interested in a cam swap after seeing how cheep the process can be, and we will even cover shipping.
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 01:22 PM
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I would recommend Chris(FX) anytime. Great shop all aorund.
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 01:34 PM
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$385 at a shop local, He doesnt tune tho, Will worth it those springs are a bitch, I had a Texas Speed mail order tune.
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by MPHmotorsports
Damn check this out.

http://www.mphparts.com/mm5/merchant...Category_Code=

Brand new Comp cam, Brand new set of Patriot Gold Spring's (Kit) and all the gaskets for the cam swap. All for 649.99. Then have Wistler do the install (probably for 400 as you already have gaskets) and you have a cam installed and ready for tuning for under $1100.00 That is a damn good deal.
Even if you want to add Pushrods, a new timing chain, and a ported oil pump and a UD pulley, we sell that whole combo for 1113.93 and then the install you will still be well under 1600 for everything.

Give us a call if you interested in a cam swap after seeing how cheep the process can be, and we will even cover shipping.
EXACTLY why I tell everyone not to wait

Add a tune and a set of LS6 ported Heads for a total WELL less than $3500 installed and you have 500-600 hp at the crank depending on the accompanying upgraded bolt-ons
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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We've got a ton of overhead also, I'm quick at install work though.
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**** I am sending all my installs to Whistler. I cant do it for that. Overhead is a bitch.
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 02:59 PM
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quick efficient install is a key. i have seen so many shops drag and take 3-4 days on small installs. if you can do it and make money, go for it.
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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 03:49 PM
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+1 for Whistler
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Old Nov 8, 2007 | 01:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Whistler
We've got a ton of overhead also, I'm quick at install work though.
Do you do fly-cutting? If so, what price?

If you do the piston work, I'd get my Intake ported and have you install my Yella Terra Ultra Lights in the process
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Old Nov 8, 2007 | 01:57 AM
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damn wish i had an m6 with these prices. i had a auto fox body with a moderate cam in it and it was a bitch to drive in traffic...
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 08:15 PM
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$400 Is Cheep.... Paid More To Have It Done In My Own Garage With Me Helping (which I Really Enjoyed) But Still

What Other Work Does Fx Do?
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Old Nov 11, 2007 | 05:47 PM
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I have been to whistlers shop he actually has a large shop and has overhead and from what I seen when I was there he knows what he is doing he would know me as predator T/A
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