Need recomendations on what brand of cam to use.... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

boataddict26 · 04-25-2003, 08:46 PM

I have a 78 350 and cannot decide on what brand of cam to go with. Are there any suggestions out there?

*rage'nrat638* · 04-25-2003, 09:36 PM

comp. cam all the way.......
want to spend a little more...luniti cam

boataddict26 · 04-25-2003, 10:02 PM

I have been looking at the lunati. But there are so many to choose from!!

How do I know which model to get?

*rage'nrat638* · 04-25-2003, 10:28 PM

go here....
http://www.holley.com/HiOctn/ProdLin...IECC/IECC.html

lots to decide....hyd. solid. roller. you want tork. low end.high end.

Tom · 04-26-2003, 02:48 AM

I used to be a comp cams man all the way, until I learned about ultradyne! Now comps at #2 spot

79BIG10 · 04-26-2003, 07:43 AM

It all depends on what you want your truck to do. Then you have to look at what setup you already have with heads, intake, stall converter, etc. If you can give us some info we can help you out more.

gchemist · 04-26-2003, 10:51 PM

Stock heads with stock springs can only take so much cam. Do you plan on adding any headers, gears, intake or other stuff?
Do you want a daily driver? Street killa or stump puller?

The easiest method would be to call the manufacturer. They'll ask you questions about your setup then recommend a cam for you.

dion · 04-27-2003, 03:16 AM

Crower.

boataddict26 · 04-27-2003, 08:03 PM

is down with a virus so I have to go to my friends house to reply. Sorry it has taken so long. I have a 1978 Chevy ck-10 with a 350 in it. There is a problem here though. When I bought the truck I was told that a 350 was put in it. The factory data plate under the hood says 305. How can I identify the engine so I will know for sure?I already have hedman headers, edelbrock manifold and carb. As of now, stock heads but hopfuly not for long. I want the truck to have git up at go!! A lot of torque. Not so much top end but I want something that is going to jump of the line. It will be my mani transpo though so it cant be too radical. I like the lopey idle but I dont know what cam to go with. With this info, are there any suggestions? Thanks

r0lf- · 04-28-2003, 12:26 PM

comp cams all the way. .440 or .454 lift high energy if you have to pass smog.

**Captkaos** · 04-28-2003, 02:32 PM

Any manufacture is good. I have used Competition Cams, Lunati and Crane recently. Currently using a Crane and will most likely be getting a roller from them.

As for recommendations, call the manufature you want to use and tell them what you have. If you are keeping stock springs don't go much over .450 lift.
I have used Cranes Blueprint 350hp/327 cam in a 350 with good results on a stock motor. 222/.447

LOHRTBT · 04-28-2003, 02:36 PM

Screw that ...just buy G's 305 / 350 killa and drop it in there!! hahaahaha

04-25-2003, 08:46 PM	#1
boataddict26 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: North Central Florida Posts: 726	Need recomendations on what brand of cam to use.... I have a 78 350 and cannot decide on what brand of cam to go with. Are there any suggestions out there? __________________ 1978 Chevy C10 Currently under resto. 350 Getting face lift. .060, JEpistons, Modify heads. More will come with money.

04-25-2003, 10:02 PM	#3
boataddict26 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: North Central Florida Posts: 726	I have been looking at the lunati. But there are so many to choose from!! How do I know which model to get? __________________ 1978 Chevy C10 Currently under resto. 350 Getting face lift. .060, JEpistons, Modify heads. More will come with money.

04-26-2003, 02:48 AM	#5
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,748	I used to be a comp cams man all the way, until I learned about ultradyne! Now comps at #2 spot __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

04-26-2003, 07:43 AM	#6
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	It all depends on what you want your truck to do. Then you have to look at what setup you already have with heads, intake, stall converter, etc. If you can give us some info we can help you out more. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

04-26-2003, 10:51 PM	#7
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Stock heads with stock springs can only take so much cam. Do you plan on adding any headers, gears, intake or other stuff? Do you want a daily driver? Street killa or stump puller? The easiest method would be to call the manufacturer. They'll ask you questions about your setup then recommend a cam for you. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

04-25-2003, 09:36 PM	#2
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	o yes comp. cam all the way....... want to spend a little more...luniti cam

04-25-2003, 10:28 PM	#4
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	go here.... http://www.holley.com/HiOctn/ProdLin...IECC/IECC.html lots to decide....hyd. solid. roller. you want tork. low end.high end.

04-27-2003, 03:16 AM	#8
dion 72 Cheyenne Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,086	Crower. __________________ Burnout Idle 1972Cheyenne 1966/67Stouts

04-27-2003, 08:03 PM	#9
boataddict26 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: North Central Florida Posts: 726	My computer.... is down with a virus so I have to go to my friends house to reply. Sorry it has taken so long. I have a 1978 Chevy ck-10 with a 350 in it. There is a problem here though. When I bought the truck I was told that a 350 was put in it. The factory data plate under the hood says 305. How can I identify the engine so I will know for sure?I already have hedman headers, edelbrock manifold and carb. As of now, stock heads but hopfuly not for long. I want the truck to have git up at go!! A lot of torque. Not so much top end but I want something that is going to jump of the line. It will be my mani transpo though so it cant be too radical. I like the lopey idle but I dont know what cam to go with. With this info, are there any suggestions? Thanks __________________ 1978 Chevy C10 Currently under resto. 350 Getting face lift. .060, JEpistons, Modify heads. More will come with money. Last edited by boataddict26; 04-27-2003 at 08:26 PM.

04-28-2003, 12:26 PM	#10
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	comp cams all the way. .440 or .454 lift high energy if you have to pass smog. Last edited by r0lf-; 04-28-2003 at 12:28 PM.

04-28-2003, 02:32 PM	#11
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Any manufacture is good. I have used Competition Cams, Lunati and Crane recently. Currently using a Crane and will most likely be getting a roller from them. As for recommendations, call the manufature you want to use and tell them what you have. If you are keeping stock springs don't go much over .450 lift. I have used Cranes Blueprint 350hp/327 cam in a 350 with good results on a stock motor. 222/.447 __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

04-28-2003, 02:36 PM	#12
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Screw that ...just buy G's 305 / 350 killa and drop it in there!! hahaahaha __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

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