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

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Old May 27, 2008 | 08:55 PM
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I was wondering if the Big Bertha Thumper Cam would work...
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Dur- in 299/ ex 319
Lobe sep- 107
Lift in 533/ ex 519

this is just a thought but i was wondering if any one know if this would work with a LT1 or not??? thanks...
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Old May 27, 2008 | 09:04 PM
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One of the retailers websites states it isn't for LT1 and LT4 engines. I take that as it won't work.
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Old May 27, 2008 | 09:49 PM
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thats weird since i looked more into it and it keeps coming up as an option for the LT1...
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Old May 28, 2008 | 01:29 AM
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CC306... good reliable cam! (in my opinion)
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Old May 29, 2008 | 12:18 PM
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Id either go with the CC306 ive heard nothing but good about that, or id go with an lt4 hotcam kit
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Old May 29, 2008 | 12:47 PM
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I just bought a CC306 cam but haven't finished putting the motor back together yet. I too have heard nothing but good things about it so I hope it's all that it's cracked up to be. I found it the cheapest at WS6store for $245; about $15 cheaper than Jegs and Summit.
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Old May 29, 2008 | 01:38 PM
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It is better to plan where you want car to be... ie 11.8 at XXX MPH then determine what power is needed to achieve that goal. Then price it, then be honest with yourself and decide if you are willing to pay for it.

It is cheaper and more effective to decide where you are aiming, than to build a car and see where it hits.

Good luck
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Old May 29, 2008 | 02:20 PM
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CC306 is a good cam because its been out for so long, the tunning is there and has been for years since its so popular. Also the cam works well with both motor and nitrous applications. Theres some better cams out there, for its time it was a good cam and depending on the set up, the 306 is really predictable on what kinda power the car will make. If i didnt have to pass smog I wouldnt have sold it
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