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Should you always buy a timing set and degree any cam install?

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Old 06-19-2003, 01:11 PM
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Default Re: Should you always buy a timing set and degree any cam install? (99Mongoose400SS)

It's always a good idea to upgrade your chain, Rollmaster makes a great double roller for about $100. I degreed my cam, but I did not put any advance or retard in it, just lined up at 0. It's just going to depend on your selection and the cam card that comes with it.
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Default Re: Should you always buy a timing set and degree any cam install? (99Mongoose400SS)

If you select a cam with asymmetrical lobes - it definitely is a good idea to degree it. :yesnod: :yesnod:
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Default Re: Should you always buy a timing set and degree any cam install? (binksZ06)

I had to buy a special cam gear that would allow the cam to be precisely dialed in. The engine guys said that just lining up the dots wouldn't dial in the cam.

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