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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 02:37 PM
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well here is the problem, i know they say this cam fits with stock heads BUT mine lasted about a week and the valves finally hit the pistons, s thats why i need heads now,lol. Looking to get more clearence and power. Really dont want to flycut pistons but i will if need be, thanks for the suggestions keep em coming.

Oh and btw: SHARPE, YOUR A COMPLETE IDIOT WITH THAT COMMENT,LOLOLOLOL

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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 02:48 PM
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those cartek heads would make for a pretty best combo. but a new cam wouldnt hurt either, if you are open to switching.


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We are currently finishing up a larger runner PRC cylinder head that was designed for 3.910 bore applications. That being said they don't currently clear p/v with a Trex. The last Trex I checked was a good bit worse clearance than the MS4 & the MS4 won't clear with this new PRC 346 cylinder head. The PRC 215 head should work good for you, or if your on a budget the PRC LS6 Stage 1 can keep stock clearance & give you a 63cc chamber.
off topic, but jason, are you guys going to develop a new off the shelf cam for these new heads? also how are they looking pricing wise? could you PM this info as not to steal more from this thread.
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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 01:18 PM
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im open for anything at this point
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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Sharpe
The TRex was designed for max cam only applications. If you want a big cam AND heads, then get another cam.
i agree i used to have a t-rex-good for cam only
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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 9secbird
im open for anything at this point
Whats your price range? If trying to stay on the cheap a set of stock 243/799 castings would provide a healthy boost in performance, and are easy to find. These with some cometic .040 gaskets and a flycut would have u back in business with a solid gain and minimal downtime. I believe most heads would require flycutting with that cam to get safe PtoV clearance. If your not on the budget there are many great options for heads.
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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 06:08 PM
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Huh im wondering i got this brand new LS1 engine in my 02 SS and i got a couple of simple bolt on's But i wanted to get a Trex cam with some Ported Patriot Heads this car would hardly be driven daily my question is would i be making a big mistake with this Cam ??
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your are going to need to flycutt your pistons
the trex has very minimal ptv clearance(as you know!) and with just about any head your going to be risking it, so spend the 100-300 dollars get that **** cut and never look back.

i know i wouldnt spend 1k + on a set of heads to possibly trashed with a little bit of valve float
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Old Jun 11, 2009 | 11:25 PM
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Dam thanks bro and i know heads are really expensive
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