Cam Advice
Cam Advice I have a friend with a dodge charger that I would love to teach a lesson to, so i'm think I will spend a bit of cash and do a cam swap..
I am looking for the best bang for my buck that will still pass emissions, but will make this car a beast.
Without going crazy, I was thinking:
Cam
Timing Chain
Valve Springs
Push Rods
1.6rr's
Lifters
Any suggestions on the parts, or where I could find a good deal?
Also, can I do all this with the engine in the car?
I also have new plugs, wires, seals, gaskets, opti, that i am doing at the same time..
Looking for some expert advice..
I am looking for the best bang for my buck that will still pass emissions, but will make this car a beast.
Without going crazy, I was thinking:
Cam
Timing Chain
Valve Springs
Push Rods
1.6rr's
Lifters
Any suggestions on the parts, or where I could find a good deal?
Also, can I do all this with the engine in the car?
I also have new plugs, wires, seals, gaskets, opti, that i am doing at the same time..
Looking for some expert advice..
I have an option at this setup and was thinking about it... I just don't want to blow everything up..
COMP Cam 306 (part #07-306-8)
COMP Cam 986 springs (part#986-16)
COMP Cam locks (part #613-16)
COMP Cam retainers (part #740-16)
GM performance hydraulic roller lifters (part#12371042)
COMP Cam 306 (part #07-306-8)
COMP Cam 986 springs (part#986-16)
COMP Cam locks (part #613-16)
COMP Cam retainers (part #740-16)
GM performance hydraulic roller lifters (part#12371042)
I don't think the cc306 will pass emissions. Plus you'll be leaving a little power on the table with stock heads. Read the cam sticky. The cc503 seems to be a good off the shelf cam for a stock headed lt1.
I have an option at this setup and was thinking about it... I just don't want to blow everything up..
COMP Cam 306 (part #07-306-8)
COMP Cam 986 springs (part#986-16)
COMP Cam locks (part #613-16)
COMP Cam retainers (part #740-16)
GM performance hydraulic roller lifters (part#12371042)
COMP Cam 306 (part #07-306-8)
COMP Cam 986 springs (part#986-16)
COMP Cam locks (part #613-16)
COMP Cam retainers (part #740-16)
GM performance hydraulic roller lifters (part#12371042)
Garbage springs
New lifters aren't necessary provided yours have no visible damage.
cc503 over a Crane 227?
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The cc503 is a great cam for a stock bottom end 350.
You can get a custom grind that will not only maximize power, but also pass emissions for $25-50 more.
Add a nice set of 1.6:1 roller rockers and springs than can handle the lift and you'll be very happy.
You'd be even happier with a set of ported heads.
I do not like the 306 in a 350, it makes nice bragging numbers for the dyno but you just
can't make use of the power without spinning the bottom end beyond it's limits.
Yes, you can complete this install without pulling the engine.
The cam will clear the radiator if you drop the fans and condenser.
This is documentation from my installs -> http://www.cardomain.com/ride/229715...irehawk/page-4
Here's a step by step from ShoeBox's site -> http://shbox.com/ci/cam_install.html
You can get a custom grind that will not only maximize power, but also pass emissions for $25-50 more.
Add a nice set of 1.6:1 roller rockers and springs than can handle the lift and you'll be very happy.
You'd be even happier with a set of ported heads.
I do not like the 306 in a 350, it makes nice bragging numbers for the dyno but you just
can't make use of the power without spinning the bottom end beyond it's limits.
Yes, you can complete this install without pulling the engine.
The cam will clear the radiator if you drop the fans and condenser.
This is documentation from my installs -> http://www.cardomain.com/ride/229715...irehawk/page-4
Here's a step by step from ShoeBox's site -> http://shbox.com/ci/cam_install.html
Patriot Gold Extreme Springs
Comp Cams Ultra Pro Magnum 1.6:1 NSA rockers
ARP 7/16" studs
GMPP Guideplates
Comp Hi Tech Pushrods
You'll also need an intake manifold gasket set and a timing cover gasket set (includes water pump gaskets).
You might also want to consider a timing chain if yours has a lot of miles on it.
The won't add any power, they'll work just like the stock lifters.
Comp Cams Ultra Pro Magnum 1.6:1 NSA rockers
ARP 7/16" studs
GMPP Guideplates
Comp Hi Tech Pushrods
You'll also need an intake manifold gasket set and a timing cover gasket set (includes water pump gaskets).
You might also want to consider a timing chain if yours has a lot of miles on it.
The won't add any power, they'll work just like the stock lifters.
Last edited by James Montigny; Mar 21, 2011 at 07:04 PM.
The CC503 will pass emissions and make decent power but id get a custom grind. I needed to pass emissions too and was going to go with the cc503 but wanted to make as much power as i could out of it so i went with a custom 223/230 112lsa cam from Lloyd Elliott. Its similar to a cc503 but has more lift and better cam characteristics thats expected to make another 10rwhp on top of it.