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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 09:55 AM
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I have a 2002 6.0 LQ4 going to put New LS6 heads (243 unported) on it. They have the yellow springs. Probably just going to run fel-pro head gaskets. any reasons not to? LS6 intake and L/T 1 3/4" headers. This is going to be a daily driver. I am debating a smaller cam to keep the springs and a larger cam and just putting in 918's. I really don't want to have to worry about ptv and I want around 425 RWHP. The car will have a 2800-3000 stall A4. 3:73 posi rear .It weighs 3300 lbs with driver.

What cams should I be looking at.
F11 228/230 - .577/.596.
F13 230/232 - 590/585

Any way to ID a "bad batch" cam if I buy a used futral?

Thinking I should be in the 228 to 232 range 561 to 596 lift? 110 to 112 LCA
This engine will never see 7000 rpms.

Any help on this set-up will be greatly appreciated. Brand opinions are fine. Open to read any and all opinions.

Yes I am noob here and been using the search as much as posible when it works.

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Old Sep 21, 2006 | 12:47 PM
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someone please help me out here?
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To make that power, you'll need to step up to duals and run something like TSP Torquer V3 (231/234 on a 111)
This should fit with stock valved heads and the relief pistons in the LQ4.
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where do you feel the powerband would start with this cam. would it be easier to lower expectations to 400 rwhp? looking for good a good curve in it too because ofthe mild stall. Thank you for your response.
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