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Feb 24, 2011 | 08:36 PM

1NASTY'99SS

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Just wondering if it is ok to installed a cam in my '99 SS Camaro that has 105,000 miles I'm looking towards a tick polluter or MS3... Just wanted to know if I could or would it be a waste of time with that kind of mileage.

Feb 24, 2011 | 08:58 PM

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As long as your engine is in good condition, yes its fine! At a 100k your LS1 has alot of miles left in it as long as it was taken care of.

Feb 24, 2011 | 10:24 PM

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Might as well look at a smaller cam if you're keeping stock heads.

Feb 25, 2011 | 01:32 AM

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As long as its been taken care of it should be fine, but be sure to do supporting mods and maybe a high flow oil pump while your in there

Feb 25, 2011 | 07:15 AM

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You will be fine installing a camshaft with 105K on the motor. Remember a cams as big as those two is going to require supporting hardware which includes springs, retainers, seals, pushrods and if you are a M6 a set of gears or if you are a auto a stall.

Mar 2, 2011 | 06:49 PM

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105K Isn't even broken in yet!

Mar 2, 2011 | 07:00 PM

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go for it.

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Mar 2, 2011 | 07:44 PM

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I can't take any credit for mine....I bought it this way.

Pat G spec'd, 231/231 .612/.604 111+4, new valvesprings, retainers, and timing chain. Close to an MS3 size at 126k. Puts a smile on my face everytime I drive it. Of course, it's not a daily driver. Go for it!