Cam question.
Cam question. I'm finally gathering the last bits I need to install the LS6 heads I have.
Original idea was to install the 5308 LS6 cam I have sitting on the shelf.
I am now considering using a different cam. The heads are already set up with dual coil .660 valve springs from Brian Tooley Racing.
Pertinent Info: LS6 Heads with the actual lightweight valves.Mild bowl blending, rocker arm bump removed. LS6 Intake, ported throttle body. SLP air filter housing. Car has: Yank SS3600 converter, 3.42 gears out back. Transgo stage 2 valve body kit in transmission. Racetronics 255LPH pump with the hotwire kit for fuel system. 1998 Camaro Z28. Dynatech headers, magnaflow cat-back. It's all in the signature.
I don't want to rev this thing to the moon. Currently looking at possibly a Titan 1. Anyone have any experience with the Titan 1 camshaft?
Original idea was to install the 5308 LS6 cam I have sitting on the shelf.
I am now considering using a different cam. The heads are already set up with dual coil .660 valve springs from Brian Tooley Racing.
Pertinent Info: LS6 Heads with the actual lightweight valves.Mild bowl blending, rocker arm bump removed. LS6 Intake, ported throttle body. SLP air filter housing. Car has: Yank SS3600 converter, 3.42 gears out back. Transgo stage 2 valve body kit in transmission. Racetronics 255LPH pump with the hotwire kit for fuel system. 1998 Camaro Z28. Dynatech headers, magnaflow cat-back. It's all in the signature.
I don't want to rev this thing to the moon. Currently looking at possibly a Titan 1. Anyone have any experience with the Titan 1 camshaft?
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I'm finally gathering the last bits I need to install the LS6 heads I have.
Original idea was to install the 5308 LS6 cam I have sitting on the shelf.
I am now considering using a different cam. The heads are already set up with dual coil .660 valve springs from Brian Tooley Racing.
Pertinent Info: LS6 Heads with the actual lightweight valves.Mild bowl blending, rocker arm bump removed. LS6 Intake, ported throttle body. SLP air filter housing. Car has: Yank SS3600 converter, 3.42 gears out back. Transgo stage 2 valve body kit in transmission. Racetronics 255LPH pump with the hotwire kit for fuel system. 1998 Camaro Z28. Dynatech headers, magnaflow cat-back. It's all in the signature.
I don't want to rev this thing to the moon. Currently looking at possibly a Titan 1. Anyone have any experience with the Titan 1 camshaft?
Original idea was to install the 5308 LS6 cam I have sitting on the shelf.
I am now considering using a different cam. The heads are already set up with dual coil .660 valve springs from Brian Tooley Racing.
Pertinent Info: LS6 Heads with the actual lightweight valves.Mild bowl blending, rocker arm bump removed. LS6 Intake, ported throttle body. SLP air filter housing. Car has: Yank SS3600 converter, 3.42 gears out back. Transgo stage 2 valve body kit in transmission. Racetronics 255LPH pump with the hotwire kit for fuel system. 1998 Camaro Z28. Dynatech headers, magnaflow cat-back. It's all in the signature.
I don't want to rev this thing to the moon. Currently looking at possibly a Titan 1. Anyone have any experience with the Titan 1 camshaft?
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I would use the cam you got and save your money if your goal is to have a small cam. LS6 cam - no potential drivability issues and don’t have to worry about long term valve train issues. I’d take this peace of mind over the 10 hp difference that’s not really significant. If your goal is noticeable lope, the opinion is different.
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Either the Titan 1 LS1 or the Summit 8720R1 would be light years improvement over the 5803 in your setup with no driveability issues when correctly tuned. And they'll take better advantage of the Yank convertor. In fact, I would even suggest doing the Summit 8715R1 222/234 115+3 .600/.575 with the 3600 stall.
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Either the Titan 1 LS1 or the Summit 8720R1 would be light years improvement over the 5803 in your setup with no driveability issues when correctly tuned. And they'll take better advantage of the Yank convertor. In fact, I would even suggest doing the Summit 8715R1 222/234 115+3 .600/.575 with the 3600 stall.
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OP,
We like what @Abs and @68Formula are thinking here. We wouldn't hesitate dropping in the SUM-8720R1 or SUM-8715R1. The 8720R1 would come in a little sooner around 2200-2500 and run out to 6,500+. In comparison, the 8715R1 would be more of a 3000-6,800+ cam. You have the bolt-ons and mods to make either one shine. They will both have smooth to noticeable idles with great manners and be easy to get along with. With the 3,600 converter we'd probably lean on the 8715R1 since it extends the range out a bit. You have good .660" lift duals, so you're good there. You'll want some upgraded pushrods for either. A 7.400 or 7.425" should work, but we recommend measuring first. Lifters would be a good idea as well. We'd recommend our SUM-HTLSKIT2 or SUM-HTLSKIT3. Both are lifter and tray kits with bolts. The HTLSKIT2 comes with Delphi LS7 lifters and the HTLSKIT3 comes with drop-in Morel 7717 lifters.
Let us know if we can be of any further assistance. We'll be happy to help!
We like what @Abs and @68Formula are thinking here. We wouldn't hesitate dropping in the SUM-8720R1 or SUM-8715R1. The 8720R1 would come in a little sooner around 2200-2500 and run out to 6,500+. In comparison, the 8715R1 would be more of a 3000-6,800+ cam. You have the bolt-ons and mods to make either one shine. They will both have smooth to noticeable idles with great manners and be easy to get along with. With the 3,600 converter we'd probably lean on the 8715R1 since it extends the range out a bit. You have good .660" lift duals, so you're good there. You'll want some upgraded pushrods for either. A 7.400 or 7.425" should work, but we recommend measuring first. Lifters would be a good idea as well. We'd recommend our SUM-HTLSKIT2 or SUM-HTLSKIT3. Both are lifter and tray kits with bolts. The HTLSKIT2 comes with Delphi LS7 lifters and the HTLSKIT3 comes with drop-in Morel 7717 lifters.
Let us know if we can be of any further assistance. We'll be happy to help!
