Generation III Internal Engine 1997-2006 LS1 | LS6
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Help choosing cam

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 10:29 AM
  #1  
blackbird0230's Avatar
Thread Starter
Launching!
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 221
Likes: 0
From: Colorado
Default Help choosing cam

I just read through the sticky section and might I say awesome information.

okay so the time is now. Cam swap and I want to do this right.

Basic wants from this is an noticeable power increase. streetable/ strip cam. I'd much rather have an aggressive street cam over a daily driver cam but nothing too large. I love choppy idles

So with my wants heres the list i compiled.

PRC dual valve spring with .650" lift
TSP chromoly pushrods
double timing chain (unsure of brand)
Cam **Undecided.
wideband and afr gauges

Now I recieved a cam for free but I'm undecided on using it. It is a comp cam and is specd @ 224/232 .555 .575 with a 114LSA
Im unsure because it was lightly used in a supercharged ta and was grinded for that particular car.

My car is a 2002 WS6 with lid, TSP 1 7/8"primary LT's, custom catless true dual exhaust. So everything is stock inside the motor.
it previously made 358.5rwhp/369.7rwtq on my old exhaust set up. I was curious about what power I'd be looking at with cam.

If I were to do a new cam my friend recommended going with a 228/232 .588/.595 with a 110LSA
What do you guys think? New cam or used cam? and does my parts list look correct?
Id like to order main parts this week sometime soquick responses would be great.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 10:33 AM
  #2  
*02WS6TURK*'s Avatar
12 Second Club
iTrader: (13)
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,627
Likes: 1
From: Oregon Grown
Default

Some good street/strip cams would be

EPS 226/230 112LSA
228R
Torquer TV3

I'm running the EPS 226/234. Makes awesome power and the street manors are great. I would go for a 112lsa over a 110 myself.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 12:36 PM
  #3  
low2001gmc's Avatar
MASS seller approved
15 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (150)
 
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,502
Likes: 177
From: ELSA, South TEXAS (956) 802-7700
Default

^ what he said basically. i would prefer the eps 226-230 cam on a 112-111 or a flowtech streetsweeper ht 228-232 612-600 111.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 12:50 PM
  #4  
Ronny_02_WS6's Avatar
TECH Enthusiast
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 540
Likes: 2
From: El Paso, TX
Default

IMO new cam,Sreetsweeper HT, TR TRak, Torquer v3, or custom.

Last edited by Ronny_02_WS6; Feb 14, 2012 at 12:55 PM.
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 02:00 PM
  #5  
Shockwave179's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (7)
 
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,416
Likes: 0
From: Western NY
Default

FTI Street Sweeper HT
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 02:35 PM
  #6  
1999BlueTA's Avatar
TECH Apprentice
iTrader: (34)
 
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 343
Likes: 3
From: Orlando, FL
Default

Imo give the cam you got for free a shot, it will have some lope and should make decent numbers n/a and do good on spray so take the extra cash and buy an ud pulley, 85mm maf, some type of ram air kit and compliment it with a nitrous kit and a good tune!!!
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 06:41 PM
  #7  
blackbird0230's Avatar
Thread Starter
Launching!
 
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 221
Likes: 0
From: Colorado
Default

Thanks for the responses guys. As far as the torquer cam I feel like over .600 is too large on stock heads. I'm really thinkin I'm gonna go with that 228/232 .588 .595 with a 112lsa and 112icl. I just think itd be safer all around to get a new can that fits my build. Does anyone object to this custom cam or have any input?
Reply
Old Feb 14, 2012 | 06:59 PM
  #8  
*02WS6TURK*'s Avatar
12 Second Club
iTrader: (13)
 
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,627
Likes: 1
From: Oregon Grown
Default

That should be a good cam. I would just hit up Geoff at EPS and do a 226/230 or 226/234 on a 112 and call it a day. You'll be more than happy
Reply
LS1 Tech Stories

The Best V8 Stories One Small Block at Time

story-0

Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-2

Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

 
story-5

Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Awesome K5 Blazer Restomod Comes With C7 Corvette Power

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

10 Camaros You Should Never Buy

 
story-9

10 LS Engine Myths That Refuse to Die

 Verdad Gallardo




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:13 PM.

story-0
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-2
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-5
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE
story-6
Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

Slideshow: A one-off sports car that looks like a vintage Italian exotic-but hides a C6 Corvette underneath-just sold for the price of a new mid-engine Corvette.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-23 18:53:41


VIEW MORE
story-7
Awesome K5 Blazer Restomod Comes With C7 Corvette Power

Slideshow: A heavily reworked 1972 K5 Blazer swaps its off-road roots for a low-slung street-focused build with modern V8 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-09 18:08:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Camaros You Should Never Buy

Slideshow: There are thousands of used Camaros on the market but we think you should avoid these 10

By | 2026-02-17 17:09:30


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 LS Engine Myths That Refuse to Die

Slideshows: Which one of these myths do you believe?

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-01-28 18:10:11


VIEW MORE