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Old 02-05-2018, 05:13 PM
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so I'm making a build for my yukon. Right now it has a lmg in it. I picked up a core LH6 for super cheap. So I'm going to be using the factory crank and rods and boring to 3.905. I've been looking at cams I wanted some input on my selection. Here are the specs
Cam Style:Hydraulic roller tappet

Basic Operating RPM Range:1,500-6,800

Intake Duration at 050 inch Lift:226

Exhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift:226

Duration at 050 inch Lift:226 int./226 exh.

Advertised Intake Duration:275

Advertised Exhaust Duration:275

Advertised Duration:275 int./275 exh.

Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio:0.598 in.

Exhaust Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio:0.598 in.

Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio:0.598 int./0.598 exh.

Lobe Separation (degrees):111

Camshaft Gear Attachment:3-bolt

Computer-Controlled Compatible:Yes

Valve Springs Required:Yes

Camshaft Manufacturers Description:5.7-6.0L engines with Cathedral port cylinder heads, greatly improved power band over stock, computer tuning required, slight choppy idle, best for stock motors with bolt on parts and tight torque converter.
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It looks like a good cam for a street vehicle that will make good low end and mid range power.
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Im doing the same build but using the Howards ASA cam. Hand ported heads(by me) with LS2 valves. It's going in my 94 SWB chevy truck. Prolly gonna need a 3000 stall converter tho...



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