Comp Cams: New LSR Series Cams - 27 new grinds
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I don't their think intention was to make the next killer set of lobes, but rather to simplify the cam selection process by creating a one-stop source consisting of popular custom grinds used by vendors here and on other boards.
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A lot of doubters in here. We won't really know till someone tries them out.
Just cause Comp comes out with new lobes doesn't mean they are just trying to make money off something "new". This is probably an evolution of new cam designs from what they've learned and experienced and gained from feedback from vendors and customers.
As far as the new LSL lobes go, they could be the perfect compromise between LSK and the lower end. Again, we won't know till someone takes a good look at them.
People see high lift numbers and automatically think they are going to be harsh on the valvetrain. It all depends on how you set up your valvetrain. Can't go setting up a high lift cam like it's a low lift cam.
Just cause Comp comes out with new lobes doesn't mean they are just trying to make money off something "new". This is probably an evolution of new cam designs from what they've learned and experienced and gained from feedback from vendors and customers.
As far as the new LSL lobes go, they could be the perfect compromise between LSK and the lower end. Again, we won't know till someone takes a good look at them.
People see high lift numbers and automatically think they are going to be harsh on the valvetrain. It all depends on how you set up your valvetrain. Can't go setting up a high lift cam like it's a low lift cam.
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According to Comp Cam these are all based on the LSL lobes which would account for the odd number duration specs.
I don't their think intention was to make the next killer set of lobes, but rather to simplify the cam selection process by creating a one-stop source consisting of popular custom grinds used by vendors here and on other boards.
I don't their think intention was to make the next killer set of lobes, but rather to simplify the cam selection process by creating a one-stop source consisting of popular custom grinds used by vendors here and on other boards.
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Here is the actual catalog release for the new Comp Cams line up for the LSx. Please excuse the crudeness of the presentation of these pages. It was quick and easy.
For me, the most exciting part is Comps head-down-charging approach into taking advantage of the VVT option as used on the current LY6, L76, LFA and the 6.2L L92 engines.
Also heard a rumor that the Thumper series cams offer big peak torque figures at the expense of narrower power-band, which according to the rumors should also appeal to the autocross crowd, (more torque coming out of corners).
Courtesy of Comp Cams and my parts supplier.
For me, the most exciting part is Comps head-down-charging approach into taking advantage of the VVT option as used on the current LY6, L76, LFA and the 6.2L L92 engines.
Also heard a rumor that the Thumper series cams offer big peak torque figures at the expense of narrower power-band, which according to the rumors should also appeal to the autocross crowd, (more torque coming out of corners).
Courtesy of Comp Cams and my parts supplier.
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can someone please verify if this cam will fit under stock heads & gaskets?
54-459-11 231/239 .617/.624 113LSA
A friend of mine was going to order it for his TA if it would fit under stock heads.
PATG spec'd me one in the high23X/mid24X range with around .620lift on LSL lobes that he said wont fit stock heads but im running TFS so i dont care.
this one has less duration, im not sure how that effects it, my first thought is that it wont clear but since its an off the shelf unit who knows.... just wanting someone smarter then me to chime in with a second opinion.
BTW, we called comp and the tech said "I cant be sure i didn't design the cam" so they R&D this stuff but dont know what it fits?
54-459-11 231/239 .617/.624 113LSA
A friend of mine was going to order it for his TA if it would fit under stock heads.
PATG spec'd me one in the high23X/mid24X range with around .620lift on LSL lobes that he said wont fit stock heads but im running TFS so i dont care.
this one has less duration, im not sure how that effects it, my first thought is that it wont clear but since its an off the shelf unit who knows.... just wanting someone smarter then me to chime in with a second opinion.
BTW, we called comp and the tech said "I cant be sure i didn't design the cam" so they R&D this stuff but dont know what it fits?
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can someone please verify if this cam will fit under stock heads & gaskets?
54-459-11 231/239 .617/.624 113LSA
A friend of mine was going to order it for his TA if it would fit under stock heads.
PATG spec'd me one in the high23X/mid24X range with around .620lift on LSL lobes that he said wont fit stock heads but im running TFS so i dont care.
this one has less duration, im not sure how that effects it, my first thought is that it wont clear but since its an off the shelf unit who knows.... just wanting someone smarter then me to chime in with a second opinion.
BTW, we called comp and the tech said "I cant be sure i didn't design the cam" so they R&D this stuff but dont know what it fits?
54-459-11 231/239 .617/.624 113LSA
A friend of mine was going to order it for his TA if it would fit under stock heads.
PATG spec'd me one in the high23X/mid24X range with around .620lift on LSL lobes that he said wont fit stock heads but im running TFS so i dont care.
this one has less duration, im not sure how that effects it, my first thought is that it wont clear but since its an off the shelf unit who knows.... just wanting someone smarter then me to chime in with a second opinion.
BTW, we called comp and the tech said "I cant be sure i didn't design the cam" so they R&D this stuff but dont know what it fits?
The rep i spoke with did happen to throw out this comment (not word for word) "I like the 242/248 XE-r cam for max performance on a LS1 with a stock head".... I did not ask abou the performance potential differences between the 231/239 and the T-rex for obvious reasoning, there are just way to many factors. I believe these cams will do exceptionally well when matched to a good head/intake as far as power curves go. Also, these lobes appear to be a bit easier on the valvetrain as well....
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Difference is ???
BTW, I'm running the Comp 54-459-11 in my LS1 with factory .052 GMPP head gaskets and no clearance issues. I did switch to Howards link bar lifters which have a different seat height so always do a PTV check with a adjustable push rod. You never know how much clearance till you check. Do at least one cylinder unless you rather work on it than drive it. Be safe....
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The big difference in my opinion is the A. LSA. B. Duration and finally C. Lift. LSA of 110 or less is a race profile. Lots of THUMP and LSA of 112 and up is a modern engine computer controlled and it does not shake itsself apart. B. The duration is valve timing like how long it's open, when it's open, when and how fast it closes. And finally C. Lift. How much air can you get into a cylinder. It's all about how much air can you get in and out of an Engine in a complete cycle.
BTW, I'm running the Comp 54-459-11 in my LS1 with factory .052 GMPP head gaskets and no clearance issues. I did switch to Howards link bar lifters which have a different seat height so always do a PTV check with a adjustable push rod. You never know how much clearance till you check. Do at least one cylinder unless you rather work on it than drive it. Be safe....
BTW, I'm running the Comp 54-459-11 in my LS1 with factory .052 GMPP head gaskets and no clearance issues. I did switch to Howards link bar lifters which have a different seat height so always do a PTV check with a adjustable push rod. You never know how much clearance till you check. Do at least one cylinder unless you rather work on it than drive it. Be safe....
So- Who are you addressing here???