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Aug 28, 2014 | 06:32 PM

silvvette

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From: chatam nj

Lt1 cam upgrade

I'm in the process of swapping a 94 lt1 into an 80 and wanted to know cam options.

For now I'm going to keep everything stock on the motor (except for 1.6rr and MSD box and 26# injectors for the cam, long tube headers) and leave the 3:08 inplace. Have a 700r4 with shiftkit 1800 stall.

I had the HOTCAM kit on another build but want more lobe - I don't want to add in a vacuum can.would like to use the gm846 cam(with matching springs) and not have to use a vacuum can? Or does anyone have any thoughts

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Aug 28, 2014 | 06:36 PM

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With a 3.08 gear? I wouldnt

Aug 28, 2014 | 06:42 PM

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3:08 just till next to year when I get to install 3:73

Aug 28, 2014 | 10:30 PM

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Anyone know if a vacuum can is required for this cam Or any recommendations for a cam that has more lobe (with 1.6rr) then the HOTCAM?

Aug 28, 2014 | 10:48 PM

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check out comp cams for cams for computer based cars .

Aug 29, 2014 | 12:04 AM

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Got it confused for the 847 which is somewhat nastier
You could probably get away with it for awhile with some converter
Pushing limits with a stock converter
Not sure youd even need a vac reservoir