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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 04:21 PM
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Hey guys,

Own a 00' SS M6 with your usuall bolt ons, LTs, LS6 intake, ported tb, ect.. also have 4.10's.

Wanna install a cam but not sure of the specs to go with.

Its a daily driver that will see no more than 150 shot of nitrous from time to time.

Any ideas?
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 06:03 PM
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how did you like that cam in your 408 if that were to be a daily driver? You really need to explain more what you are looking for but i would suggest a 228/228 on 114
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 06:52 PM
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I've been really liking my Patriot 225/229 .580/.590 114+4. I've surprised big cam cars due to it having a more usable powerband. However, when I get heads I want something in LOW 230's with a 112. The Patriot cam is VERY streetable, and I know I can maintain streetability while gaining a slight HP bonus with something slightly bigger.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 10:10 PM
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Could have gone much bigger with the cam in the 408. Needed to maintain driveability. And even with that It was a Torque Monster! With this car I want the money and effort to be worth getting it installed by giving me the best gains, but staying very realiable. Thanks
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 10:31 PM
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you need a custom cam from some one who knows cams.most ls cams are designed for a 346 ls motor.contact Patrick-G for a cam the will better optimize your engines componets.
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Old Aug 6, 2010 | 10:40 PM
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I have a 230 232. 591 595. 114 Not louad not quiet. But the gose with my set up.
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Old Aug 10, 2010 | 11:19 AM
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Not trying to jack the thread but how would you contact Patrick-G?
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