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Old Apr 22, 2015 | 09:46 PM
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I have a 2001 5.3 Silverado and I am looking to camming it and long tubeing it as well. It's my daily drivers so I need something street able but as much performance I can get out of it. I also tow with it and go on some trips sometimes so I need something that would be good for towing but still have that too end performance. So anyone have any suggestions? I was thinking more of a stock LQ9 cam or maybe a TR220 or a TR224 with a 114 lsa. But I can't find anyone who sells those kinds of TR cams. Help!!!
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Old Apr 22, 2015 | 09:56 PM
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Think you should contact Pat G or Brian tooley . Even the TSP guys can help. Have some one spec a cam for your specific needs. You won't regret it. Also adding a converter would be a great idea . They can help you pick the right one.

But for a short answer I think a 220 would do great. . My brother just did a 218/218 .598 113 lsa on his truck and she runs awesome
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Old Apr 23, 2015 | 05:28 AM
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Yea I would contact one of the custom spec guys PatG, Tooley,Martin Smallwood(tick). They can steer you in the right direction.
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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 09:11 PM
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BTR has a line of truck cams now http://www.briantooleyracing.com/truck-cams.html
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