cam select
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From: Dallas tx
cam select So I have a 2001 6 speed Camaro ls1 all stock I'm looking to swap the heads with some 243 heads but I'm not sure what size cam to use on it I want to bring up the power as much as possible with just heads and cam for now just to get it back on the road and also would I need to swap the oil pump as well for a higher flow?
It all depends on the supporting mods and goals of your build. Do a ton of research and ask lots of questions but most importantly contact a reputable company for a cam recommendation once you establish your goals and supporting mods you are willing, able and have budget to accomplish. I would recommend a call to Cam Motion, I favor their personal service and quality cams. There are also quite a few other great cam gurus on this forum who can make solid recommendations.
Yes, any reputable builder would recommend you to at least swap out your oil pump. I personally run a LS6 pump with a little home porting and shimmed spring.
Yes, any reputable builder would recommend you to at least swap out your oil pump. I personally run a LS6 pump with a little home porting and shimmed spring.
I'd get a higher flow fuel pump, 36/42# injectors and either a ported stock oil pump or a Melling. All our fairly cheap. Like mentioned LS2 chain and LS2 lifter trays won't hurt either.
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From: Dallas tx
So when I bought the car I checked it for leaks jus the obvious power steering pump was leaking I was like oh no big deal couple weeks later I get knock sensor code so I pull the manifold replace sensors and harness code came back up looking into it found my oil leaking into my coolant I figured some heads and a cam would be a good idea so I should save up for a while before putting it back on the road?
