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Nov 29, 2004 | 07:39 PM

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978 vs 987 spring

What is the difference between the Comp 978 Spring and Comp 987 Spring ?

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Nov 30, 2004 | 09:55 AM

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I'd go with 978. The 987 can be used on our applications if installed at correct height and set up correctly. TEA has used 987's on their Stage 1.5's (the very ones on my car have them and they're fine). But, when I need to replace the springs, I'll be putting in 978's. Either of the springs are larger in O.D. than stock springs.

What's the lift of the cam you're going to use them for?

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Nov 30, 2004 | 11:31 AM

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i have 987's for sale. short money. i had them, they worked well in my car, but i sold the setup.

Nov 30, 2004 | 03:28 PM

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cam lift is about 632 intake and 646 exhaust. i think i will go with 978

Nov 30, 2004 | 03:30 PM

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That's a bit much for the 978.

Dec 13, 2004 | 01:49 PM

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What is the max lift with 978 ?

Dec 13, 2004 | 02:25 PM

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I am curious as well what the max lift woudl be? Also would like to know if the 978's would use the same seats and retainers. I have 987's but they will not handle enough lift for my future cam. ANY info MUCHOS appreciated.

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Dec 13, 2004 | 03:07 PM

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Go with the 977's

Dec 13, 2004 | 03:14 PM

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The 987's aren't being used much any more the way I understand it . I've got the 978's but my lift is only.563. I know AS prefers the 977's, but I'm not sure with the huge lift you're looking at.

Dec 13, 2004 | 03:29 PM

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I thought 977's required Comp R lifters?

Dec 13, 2004 | 10:18 PM

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What is the max lift with 978 ?

max recommended lift for the 978 spring is .600". i posted that here for you also. https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-internal-engine/249301-spring-help.html

Dec 14, 2004 | 08:24 AM

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I thought 977's required Comp R lifters?

With the spring rates compared to the 987's you might need them. I'd go with the 978's which would handle the same lift and not require a better lifter.

Dec 14, 2004 | 03:08 PM

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I thought 977's required Comp R lifters?

They due require Comp R lifters.....but why not. He has a cam with a ton of lift. In the broad scheme of things...an extra $300-$400 dollars is not a lot to ensure (or almost ensure) durability. The 977's are very strong.. a little noisy..but strong. They have worked well for me with the comp r lifters for the past year. The 987's cause some valve float with cams over .600 lift. Don't risk it. Get 977's!