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Old Jul 19, 2016 | 11:08 PM
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I have a 02 ls1 z28. Motor is stock except for headers and xpipe. I'm trying to find a good streetable cam. Car is a daily driver but it does get raced every so often. The lift on a stock 02 ls1 is .463 (correct me if I'm wrong)? I was thinking of going with a tick sns stage 2. Looking for something that wont drop the torque How well do they perform? If there's any other better ones then info would be greatly appreciated.
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Old Jul 20, 2016 | 12:02 AM
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If you get a cam with any kind of cam with lift make sure you also invest in a set of good springs that can had the extra lift. You didn't mention if you have an auto or manual but with a cammed auto you also might want to consider a torque converter upgrade as well. I don't know of your budget but with a cam swap comes other upgrades to make the most of the new cam. As far as which cam there are lots of good companies out there but you will probably see many of us on here recommend cammotion.
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Old Jul 20, 2016 | 03:21 AM
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The SNS stage 2 is a great choice based on what you've described on what you're looking for
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You could also check out the Streetsweeper HT cam, but I agree the SNS stage 2 cam would also be a worthy choice.
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Old Jul 20, 2016 | 12:45 PM
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A tsp 224/224 is a good very streetable cam
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Old Jul 29, 2016 | 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by thumperz28
I have a 02 ls1 z28. Motor is stock except for headers and xpipe. I'm trying to find a good streetable cam. Car is a daily driver but it does get raced every so often. The lift on a stock 02 ls1 is .463 (correct me if I'm wrong)? I was thinking of going with a tick sns stage 2. Looking for something that wont drop the torque How well do they perform? If there's any other better ones then info would be greatly appreciated.
It would be our pleasure to help you out with your camshaft selection. There are many great choices in our Titan series: http://store.cammotion.com/-named-cams

Just let me know if I can help you find the perfect camshaft for your performance goals and desired driving characteristics.

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As far as which cam there are lots of good companies out there but you will probably see many of us on here recommend cammotion.
Thanx. We will keep working hard for you guys.
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Old Dec 2, 2016 | 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by roth2000
If you get a cam with any kind of cam with lift make sure you also invest in a set of good springs that can had the extra lift. You didn't mention if you have an auto or manual but with a cammed auto you also might want to consider a torque converter upgrade as well. I don't know of your budget but with a cam swap comes other upgrades to make the most of the new cam. As far as which cam there are lots of good companies out there but you will probably see many of us on here recommend cammotion.
Its a m6 with a upgrade kit in it good for like "500whp" or something like that. stock 241 heads. only mods are intake and exhaust. Not really wanting to throw a bunch of money at it below 500 would be ideal (just for the cam not including springs etc..)
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Originally Posted by thumperz28
Looking for something that wont drop the torque
Our customers love the Titan 4. It has great street manners and has power everwhere. You will like this camshaft:

http://store.cammotion.com/the-titan4
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