Mileage Motors

[RON WOODGEARD]

Have any of you ran the Mileage Cams.. What Brand, Which ones ? What else do you have ? and what do you think of the Cam.

The closer my Truck comes to the road, The more I'm thinking about wanting to drive it more for less cost.. ( Not sure just thinking !! )

I originally Put my engine together for pulling my 2 horse trailer, Now that I have lowered it, I was going to build it a little stronger, But !!!!!

[Tx Firefighter]

I've run several Edelbrock Performer cams, and the Comp High Energy 268. The Comp is great, the Edelbrock are so-so I'd say. Never had any problems with either, but the Comp engines seemed to run better, apples to apples comparing.

[crazy longhorn]

for a cheap cam kit , that works, I have run several crane energizer kits. these are single pattern cams, most ground on a 110 sep angle. they probably wont have the "kick" of the more modern designs, but make decent power, & are reliable. I have heard the problems with comp cams.....but havent seen them . I run an XE 268 in my 383, & for something that pulls 17" vac, that booger runs pretty good upstairs. the xe line is noted for noisey valve train, & I would not reccomend them for something you plan to run 100,000 mi.....but they do work! best of luck,crazyL

[rn2fine]

Isky (aka" Iskendarian Cams) made a line of cams designed to improve fuel economy. They were called Mile-a-More cams I think. Isky makes good stuff and is a reputable company. I do not know if they make those cams any more.

[RON WOODGEARD]

What I'm looking for are testimonials for Mileage Cams.... Cams specifically designed for mileage. Sure I can call all of the Cam companies and get their Advertising Propaganda of Mileage Master type cams. But I was hoping there were some of you that have already done this... Or are doing this... Plus fuel Mileage isn't based on A Cam alone, But I have just about everything else sitting on the shelf. I will have to re-gear the rear.. I already have plans to change out the 4:10's and go to somewhat a higher gear. Due the distance I have to drive to get to civilization, ( 25 to 75 depending on what you want. ) and ultimately gearing will be very dependent upon Cam choice.

My main concern is probably a fear that a mileage Cam's performance will really suck...

[RON WOODGEARD]

So you guys are telling me that No one is running a Mileage Motor ?????

[dennis111]

Hear is my one experience with a "mileage" cam.

I am running a Holley 650 spreadbore (Vac Secondaries), Weiand intake and the Weiand matching camshaft. My 350 averages 17mpg on the highway, using the cruise control. On the German autobahn I topped out at approximately 105mph.

Acceleration from stop is good (but not great-probably related to having 3.07 rear. It also runs good at highways speeds (but again, not what I would call great.) It has NO problem pulling a trailer that weighs around 4000lbs loaded. Almost acts like the trailer isn't even there. :-)

Would I do it again? I am not sure. Originally mileage was my concern (which I feel I achieved) but now that I have settled down in one location I desire a little more pep and will probably step up to a slightly more powerful cam. I really miss the fun I used to have with the 350hp 327ci and the 3:42 rear. It would kick my built 72' z28's *ss!

Anyways, your results could be different-depends on your particular combination. I probably wouldn't recommend a mileage cam if you already have a 3:42, 3:73, 4:11 . . . . because the engine would poop out too early to really have fun with it. Mileage cams work best with gearing like mine.

Anyways, since everyones experience might be different due to engine variances, here's the rest of mine to compare: 74' 350 block with dished pistons, 66' 327 doublehump 1.94 heads, modified HEI ignition with MSD control, dual snorkel aircleaner, small tube long headers, 2 1/4 dual exhaust, 3 spd manual tranny.

Hopefully this helps.

Dennis

[oldsub86]

I have the Edelbrock Performer Cam and Kit, double roller timing chain, Aluminum Intake and 600cfm 4 Barrel on a F**d 302. I chose these parts in an effort to get a motor that would provide better torque and mileage. It is all together and runs reasonably strong but the motor has not got enough miles on it to really call it broken in. I also have an issue with the carb that needs sorting out. It appears to me to be running rich and I think I have done all that I can without swapping jets etc. I think that will improve my mileage which at this time is not wonderful. I think that the mileage cams are worth installing as they tend to emphasize torque rather than horsepower and torque is really what you want on the street for the most part anyway. Pick a brand and go for it.

[sam's 72]

Ron,
Have you heard about the cam shaft that some guys are useing once it is installed, you change up the firing order on the engine, I think you change like number 4 and 7, not really sure which one/ or both. Any ways, I was reading something onthe net just last week about this. I tried to find the link so I can send it to you, but can not find it. This guys swears up and down it is better for gas milage and horse power. If any body has seen this write up about this cam please post it on here.
Sam