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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 11:51 AM
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So I've got a a 2002 Z28 M6 with K&N FPIK, full exhaust, ported throttle body, and full exhaust. I plan on also getting new heads and intake but I have no idea which ones or when that will happen. I've been considering the MS3, Torquer V2, and the Texas Speed 233/239 cam. I want something thats going to make good power but not be too extreme.
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 12:15 PM
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i would remove the MS3 from that list.

the Tv2 is a good cam, my Tv1 is very easy to drive on the street, other than the clutch being touchy (stg 4 w/ alum flywheel). i can cruise around town at 1200-1500rpm no problem.

and having <.600" lift will increase your options for heads that won't require flycutting.

that cam, with something like some stg2.5 5.3L heads and a ported FAST would yield 450rwhp.
my Tv1 made whats in the sig on stock heads and a stingy dyno.
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 12:19 PM
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Get a custom grind cam for your set-up. I dont think you will like the MS3.
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my vote goes to the v2. i have the f13 which is almost identical, and it drives great and makes good power up top.
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 03:45 PM
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I have two cars with the V2 both drive great. M6 puts down 413/396 to the wheel but is a dog till 34XX.
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 05:11 PM
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good info!
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Old Sep 24, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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Checkout the V3 if you have the spring for the extra lift. It's without a doubt better across the entire useable rpm! We also have a new 229/234 camshaft that's working very well for us! I'd personally go Torquer 3 without a doubt!
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Originally Posted by Matt@Texas-Speed
Checkout the V3 if you have the spring for the extra lift. It's without a doubt better across the entire useable rpm! We also have a new 229/234 camshaft that's working very well for us! I'd personally go Torquer 3 without a doubt!
would you have to flycut with the tv3?
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Tv3 fits under stock heads.

but it will limit your head options down the road a bit.
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Originally Posted by transamfreak01
would you have to flycut with the tv3?
Like the guy above stated, you will NOT need to flycut with a stock long-block.
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