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03-17-2015, 12:55 PM | #1 |
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Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
Hey guys, looking for some advice. I have a Chevy Performance SB 350/290hp in my C10. She runs fine, but I know she is capable of more, especially when it comes to low end torque and acceleration. I have seen many posts on this site about the stock camshaft being a bad match for this engine. I am thinking about swapping it out. Don't need a street demon, just something with a little more low end torque and acceleration. Don't want to burn through tires, but a little bark would be nice. Any suggestions on the right cam would be appreciated, thanks.
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03-17-2015, 01:08 PM | #2 |
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Re: Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
The Melling MTC-1 RV/towing cam was a common upgrade for many years. Thus they can be had pretty cheap.
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03-17-2015, 01:48 PM | #3 |
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Re: Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
Go over to engine/drivetrain section. Always good discussions on this subject.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...splay.php?f=24
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03-17-2015, 01:52 PM | #4 |
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Re: Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
12-300-4 allows all stock components but has enough low down grunt.
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03-17-2015, 05:59 PM | #5 |
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Re: Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
Check out the Lunati cams. Good options there.
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03-17-2015, 06:52 PM | #6 |
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Re: Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
what rear gears?
how is your timing set up?
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03-17-2015, 09:12 PM | #7 |
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Re: Camshaft swap on SB 350/290hp
Rear gears are 3.73 with a 700r4 transmission (which will being rebuilt at the same time the cam is swapped out). The base timing is 16 ( no detonation) with total timing at 36 (vacuum advance is hooked up.
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