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Old 10-20-2014, 02:58 PM
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Im looking into upgrading my 07 ls2 corvette with cam, can anybody guide me as to which cam I should get? I do have all of bolt on you could possibly have. If anybody can help that woulb be great. I was looking in brand from comp cams since they have been around for a while but open to new suggestions. Thank s for the help
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Originally Posted by Elmemo
Im looking into upgrading my 07 ls2 corvette with cam, can anybody guide me as to which cam I should get? I do have all of bolt on you could possibly have. If anybody can help that woulb be great. I was looking in brand from comp cams since they have been around for a while but open to new suggestions. Thank s for the help
VR has a cam kit that comes with everything you need. Double valve springs, hi- volume oil pump etc. I went with a stage 2 cam. IF you plan on adding a blower, then i would grab a blower friendly cam. Mines a 227/235 stage 2, and it drives real smooth, but can open a can real fast if somebody pulls up on you. Mines an ls3 btw

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On my LS2, I had a 228/232 on a 115 LSA. Great mild cam. Got 50 rwhp (with tune) and can still pass smog here in California.
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What are your goals with the cam?
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i would like to get good hp out of it and want that good cam sound. I dont race all the time but i do get on it when i get the urge too.
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Brian Tooley or PatG custom cam. They are the best in the business.
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As mentioned, the best cam for your application depends on your mods and goals. Most LS2 engine combos respond to a smaller split between intake and exhaust duration to preserve low and mid-range torque. A very popular size is a 228/232 .604/604 112LSA for all around power and torque over a very wide variety of rpm. I prefer the EPS lobes ground by Cam Motion because they are much more controlled on and off the seat than other competitive cams. This allows the cams to rev higher and run much quieter. You won't get the dreaded sewing machine noise so common with aftermarket cams.
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Originally Posted by Elmemo
Im looking into upgrading my 07 ls2 corvette with cam, can anybody guide me as to which cam I should get? I do have all of bolt on you could possibly have. If anybody can help that woulb be great. I was looking in brand from comp cams since they have been around for a while but open to new suggestions. Thank s for the help
If you're looking for a better performing slightly more rowdy cam here is a great choice:
http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...-Camshaft.html
It is one of our most popular camshafts. Keep in mind there are a few other parts that we recommend that you add along with a new cam. For example, our titanium dual spring and retainer package.
http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...pring-Kit.html
If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a PM or call 313 561 5500
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is that a custom grin cam ? also how much hp will it put down to the rear wheels? and will it have that good sounding camming sound as well i heard alot cars with cams and dont sound like they have a cam ?
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Originally Posted by Bradleyfr92
VR has a cam kit that comes with everything you need. Double valve springs, hi- volume oil pump etc. I went with a stage 2 cam. IF you plan on adding a blower, then i would grab a blower friendly cam. Mines a 227/235 stage 2, and it drives real smooth, but can open a can real fast if somebody pulls up on you. Mines an ls3 btw
VR = who is that vender ? sorry not familiar with alot of corvette venders this is my first time owning a corvette ived have cobras most of my life.
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Originally Posted by Livernois Motorsports
If you're looking for a better performing slightly more rowdy cam here is a great choice:
http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...-Camshaft.html
It is one of our most popular camshafts. Keep in mind there are a few other parts that we recommend that you add along with a new cam. For example, our titanium dual spring and retainer package.
http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...pring-Kit.html
If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a PM or call 313 561 5500
is that a custom grin cam ? also how much hp will it put down to the rear wheels? and will it have that good sounding camming sound as well i heard alot cars with cams and dont sound like they have a cam ?
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is that a custom grin cam ? also how much hp will it put down to the rear wheels? and will it have that good sounding camming sound as well i heard alot cars with cams and dont sound like they have a cam ?
It is a custom cam. The cam alone will add around 30WHP. And it does have a pretty aggressive sound at start up and idle.
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Originally Posted by Elmemo
i would like to get good hp out of it and want that good cam sound. I dont race all the time but i do get on it when i get the urge too.
Hit up BTR for a cam kit, I'm about to buy one from him.
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VR = who is that vender ? sorry not familiar with alot of corvette venders this is my first time owning a corvette ived have cobras most of my life.
Vengeance Racing
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VR = who is that vender ? sorry not familiar with alot of corvette venders this is my first time owning a corvette ived have cobras most of my life.
Flyby beat me to it. David was very helpful at Vengeance Racing. Having nice supporting mods like headers, HIgh-flowing xpipe and a nice catback exhaust like the Borla Atak will greatly increase HP with a cam. As they help greatly with airflow, compared to the stock exhaust. Some ported heads with aftermarket valves, along with a 102mm LSx intake will definitely increase airflow. Your cam/heads can only pull as much air as the sotck intake will allow.

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Originally Posted by Patrick G
As mentioned, the best cam for your application depends on your mods and goals. Most LS2 engine combos respond to a smaller split between intake and exhaust duration to preserve low and mid-range torque. A very popular size is a 228/232 .604/604 112LSA for all around power and torque over a very wide variety of rpm. I prefer the EPS lobes ground by Cam Motion because they are much more controlled on and off the seat than other competitive cams. This allows the cams to rev higher and run much quieter. You won't get the dreaded sewing machine noise so common with aftermarket cams.
I have to agree with Patrick. Cam Motion made me a custom billet cam. It's a pretty mild mannered street cam that makes good power through a wide band. Mine is 226/230, 615/595 on 112 LSA. I'm very happy with it. Nice guys to work with too.
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Originally Posted by Elmemo
Im looking into upgrading my 07 ls2 corvette with cam, can anybody guide me as to which cam I should get? I do have all of bolt on you could possibly have. If anybody can help that woulb be great. I was looking in brand from comp cams since they have been around for a while but open to new suggestions. Thank s for the help
I have an 2005 LS2 A4 with a Isky HRX Cam. Specs 224/230 - 608/612 on 112 LSA. Sounds good runs good- 431rwhp with stock heads & CHE Rockers.
Listen to the smart cam guys on this site. My cam is sewing machine noisy and rough on spring life.

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Old 10-24-2014, 12:27 PM
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I highly recommend u have Pat G. Spec a cam for you. He just recently did mine and nailed everything I wanted.
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Originally Posted by Elmemo
Im looking into upgrading my 07 ls2 corvette with cam, can anybody guide me as to which cam I should get? I do have all of bolt on you could possibly have. If anybody can help that woulb be great. I was looking in brand from comp cams since they have been around for a while but open to new suggestions. Thank s for the help
I would recommend what I did, call Martin Smallwood at Tick Performance and have a conversation. Let him know what you're looking for and would be willing to put up with as far as rough idle, possible surging at low RPMs ect. Martin spec'd me a cam I'm very happy with in my LS3. I also purchased everything through Tick Performance and they were priced competitively.
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Sorry for my sarcasm, but is there really a "secret sauce" when it comes to cams that most vendors have. Everyone wants to have a special cam, but at the end of the day, most are almost identical in performance and specifications when spec'd for a specific application.

Find a tuner you trust and use what ever they recommend for your application, because at the end of the day, the tuner is the one you are going to hold accountable. I have a Comp Cams 54-469-11. Not a recommendation, only information.

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