LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

Looking To Install A Good Cam "which 1 Should I Get"

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Old Mar 16, 2008 | 03:37 AM
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Well, you're going to need some new valve springs, lifters, pushrods, and whatever else is needed with a cam install. I'd also suggest getting some 1.6 roller rockers for a little extra cam lift.
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 12:31 AM
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sounds good any favorite choice out there "ANY1" and whats the price
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 12:49 AM
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im a fan of the cc306 its bigger than the 305 and 503 they sound awesome. and i have seen stock LT1's with close to 200K on the clock with these and a few bolt ons run low 12's and put 350-370 rwhp
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 01:46 AM
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You can play with the configurations yourself by going to compcams.com and downloading the free version of Camquest 6. It will tell you which springs they recoomend to suit that cama nd the performance characteristics and rough guesstimate of horsepower and torque.
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 02:07 AM
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so madmike97z28 that cc306 cam is the way to go then since its bigger than the 305 and 503 im going to get that 1 then thanks for all the help but what other stuff should i order while thing are apart. ................................................. tspence45 .....Well, you're going to need some new valve springs, lifters, pushrods, and whatever else is needed with a cam install. I'd also suggest getting some 1.6 roller rockers for a little extra cam lift. could someone give me a link to where to buy this stuff since im sure you guys no of discount places like ebay which i would love to order from since im a huge fan and member there.
thanks fellas
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 02:28 AM
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I need to warn you that choosing a cam because it is bigger is not the proper way to go!
The cc 306 is a decent cam, but is needs alot of supporting mods and most of its useable power in higher in the rpm range. You should use that program I told you about above and determine your specific application and know what rpm your car operates in the most!
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 02:50 AM
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ok i downloaded but dam i dont no to much about my motor like heads / what kind of roller rockers/comp.ratio,weight of car 96 trans am,
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 03:06 AM
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ok i found the weight but i need 2 no cylinder head type
exhaust valves port and dia
intake valves port and dia
manifold type/total induction air flow
man this is crazy stuff guys
thanks
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 03:13 AM
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nevermind this to crazy for me the program is definitly not common sense
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 10:16 PM
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IS THIS THE CC306 CAM "MADMIKE97Z28"IS TALKING ABOUThttp://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/COMP-CAMS-LT1-LT4-XTREME-ENERGY-290-CAMSHAFT-07-306-8_W0QQitemZ140215621457QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item140 215621457 IF ANYONE CAN FIND CHEAPER SEND ME A LINK THANKS
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 10:20 PM
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LOOOK AT THIS 1 ALSO BUT THE 306 IS BETTER FROM WHAT "MADMIKE97Z28" SAID RIGHT http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Comp-...em220212273068
ALSO WHAT KINF OF ROCKERS AND PUSHRODS WOULD SUTE ME WELL SINCE IM RUNNING A 150SHOT ON NOS ON THE MOTOR AS WELL
BY THE WAY GUYS I REALLY APPRECIATE ALL THE HELP WITH MY ANNOYING ***
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Old Mar 17, 2008 | 11:05 PM
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Bump......
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Old Mar 18, 2008 | 12:25 AM
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holy **** man, i was going to try and help you out but i cant read through your ******* ebonics!

i was just going to move on until i saw that you were writing in all caps and i about flipped out
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Old Mar 18, 2008 | 12:28 AM
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my bad bro wont happen again go on :0
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Old Mar 18, 2008 | 07:30 AM
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So when someone is trying to give you good advice you choose to hear what you want to anyways that is why no one is responding to this thread.
The cc306 has its place and it is definitely not for a stock headed motor. In that program it is all basic engine ****, and you say it is crazy, maybe you should learn about what you are trying to do before you throw alot of money at mismatched parts and end up regretting it.
I am not trying to crash your party, just trying to save you some grief. $1300 isn't going to get you anywhere near a cam swap. There are many other components that need to be changed and supporting mods that will need to be done as well to support anything that you do. Usually you take your budget and double it and thats still short of what it takes.
How many miles are on this car?Mileage depending you are looking at:
water pump
opti
timing chain
lifters
pushrods
rockers
guideplates
cam bearings
gaskets
lube
oil
to support it you will need:
Springs
exhaust
suspension
for the auto you may need to rebuild it and if you go with a tsall you also need to run a cooler. Thats just a few of the items you have to contend with!

Last edited by gatorhead; Mar 18, 2008 at 07:39 AM. Reason: added info
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Old Mar 18, 2008 | 10:49 AM
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Listen to gatorhead. He is trying to help you. If you start throwing money at the car without at least a basic understanding of what you're doing, it will turn into a very disapointing experience.
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