02-02-2010, 02:20 AM | #1 |
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Camshaft ??????
i own a 87 R20 350.
I need to know the stock specs on the cam? can i put a solid shaft in and out with the rollar ? and what would be the greatest lift without stacking the springs? thanks guys |
02-02-2010, 06:50 PM | #2 |
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Re: Camshaft ??????
bumped. please help
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02-02-2010, 07:15 PM | #3 |
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Re: Camshaft ??????
I'd call Summit Racing's tech line. There's a lot of things to consider with a cam upgrade, carb/intake, gears, type of vehicle usage, etc etc.
If you're just looking for a rumpty rump sound you'll end up with a rough running motor that can't get out of it's own way. Been there done that.
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02-02-2010, 07:28 PM | #4 |
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Re: Camshaft ??????
an '87 TBI 350 would not have had a roller cam shaft, it would have a hydraulic flat tappet. Check out http://www.tbichips.com/truckmods.htm He has a lot of good information on what your options are and what cams work well with TBI and what doesn't work.
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02-02-2010, 11:11 PM | #5 |
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i was wondering becouse comp cams has it in its own catergory as a roller
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02-02-2010, 11:17 PM | #6 |
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87-95 TBI trucks had hydraulic flat tappet cams. It wasn't until the "vortec" motors that the trucks got roller cams.
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02-02-2010, 11:19 PM | #7 |
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Re: Camshaft ??????
ive always had good luck calling comp cams or whoever cam company you like. tell them what parts your using, and what your looking for. they can tell you exactly what to get.
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ok, awesome thanks for the info
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02-02-2010, 11:35 PM | #9 |
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Re: Camshaft ??????
Go with a Comp Cams Thumpr' cam, it is made for stock motors but has a lumpity idle, makes a little more power then stock but is best of both worlds. Check out youtube for vids.
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02-02-2010, 11:39 PM | #10 |
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I do know that you have to be very careful with camshaft selection when using a T.B.I.
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02-03-2010, 02:33 AM | #11 |
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that sounds good
did some homework i was thinking of 420 / 442 gross lift and 262 / 272 Adv. Dur. not to hot , but ...... please let me know what you guys think Last edited by jared87350; 02-03-2010 at 02:35 AM. |
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bumped agian sorry
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