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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 10:40 AM
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I'm thinking of running one of the new comp LSR cams, specifically the 223/231, .610/.617 on a 112lsa, in my auto 98' Z28. Comp recommends their new 26926 springs for the LSR cams (they were made for this lineup), but after looking at spring kits I found they were super expensive (around $450).

So my question is, can I run a different spring wth this cam (such as the patriot extremes), or is the pricey comp 26926 my only option?
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 10:59 AM
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I would think any spring rated to handle that lift will be fine I personally stay away from comp springs. Heard/seen way to many screwed motors because of failed comp springs 918's pretty much exclusively
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 11:08 AM
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I have run patriot gold duals. Good to .660 lift. Much cheaper option. I ran the patriot spring for over 2 years(comp lsk) when I took them off I checked then and they were still good.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 06:11 PM
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PRC 675 EHT are the best springs imo
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 06:27 PM
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I'm running light valves and shimmed Pac 1518s on a 227 .613" lobe. Wish me luck.

For value, Lunati seems to be appreciated...
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 07:34 PM
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I would run the Comp 26926 springs complete with the tool steel retainers.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Darkman
I would run the Comp 26926 springs complete with the tool steel retainers.
I agree, when I install these cam I use the 26926TS-KIT. Comes with everything, works like a champ.

Originally Posted by BigBirdLS1
I would think any spring rated to handle that lift will be fine I personally stay away from comp springs. Heard/seen way to many screwed motors because of failed comp springs 918's pretty much exclusively
You dont take into account that there are probably 200,000 918s sold a year. So even if the percentage of failures is the same as everyone else, you simply hear more about them because there are so many out there.

I ran 918s on my personal LSR lobed cam (219/235 .607/.621) with tool steel retainers and lighweight valves.
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 08:15 PM
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I think the pac 1518 springs mite do,but look in to the TSP dual spring kits.
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PAC 1521's duals would be a good option.
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Old Jun 19, 2011 | 11:11 PM
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Lunati dual kit....half price of comp kit with comparable pressure numbers
PLUS 01ssreda4 runs them..........................DONE
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 12:05 AM
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What's funny is...... Most of the springs mentioned are the very same spring lol The 26926 is the only one that stands from the rest.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Unaffliated Racing
What's funny is...... Most of the springs mentioned are the very same spring lol The 26926 is the only one that stands from the rest.
Exactly, most springs regardless of being labeled comp, lunati, prc are made by some other manufacturer.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 01:26 PM
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That's funny....

Comp bee hives and Lunati bee hives are NOT made by the same company.

That's why you only heard about 918's with problems.

I'd personally look up the springs specs for the cam in question and then order a Lunati bee hive kit or call FTI and get a kit from Ed Curtis.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by DONAIMIAN
Exactly, most springs regardless of being labeled comp, lunati, prc are made by some other manufacturer.
Not true

OP: I'd recommend the PRC .650" lift dual spring kit! $289.99 including titanium retainers!

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Take a look at our (PAC) new dual springs (1205-1209). Rated from .700 to .750 lift and they have the same proccessing and treatments as our proven 1300 series drag race springs. Tons of vendors on here can get you setup with them.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 09:07 PM
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I think there should be no issue with the Patriot Gold or PRC. I will be running the golds with a 223/231 LSR grind. PAC is nice too. I think the Comp's are a little pricey.
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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 06:18 AM
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That's funny...... Which Comp beehives..... Do you know how many versions of the 918 have been made?I do There are only like 3 spring manufactures that make the springs for EVERYBODY.
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Old Oct 4, 2013 | 01:49 PM
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What makes the 26926 springs worth so much more?
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Nothing. Buy the PAC springs or the BTR springs.
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Old Oct 4, 2013 | 08:51 PM
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Just buy a good quality set of dual springs (TSP, BTR, PAC, LUNATI) good for at least .650 lift and you will be fine. I run BTR with titanium retainers. But you could buy them with steel for around $220 and be sure to get push rods with your combo.
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