Cam
Intermediate
Joined: Feb 2013
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From: Spring Texas
As far as it being worth it, that depends on you really. It could benefit you if there is an "incident" while driving and you will have video documentation, on the other hand, it could go against you as well.
There are a number of windshield mount "dash cams" that you can choose from. They are small and unobtrusive, such as ITB 100HD, Blackvue, Finevue, etc. I'm a moderator on another forum which many of us run dash cams. Here is a link to a section dedicated to cams:
http://www.radardetectorforum.org/fo...play.php?f=132
Here you can read about peoples personal experiences with them and their thoughts on different brands.
There are a number of windshield mount "dash cams" that you can choose from. They are small and unobtrusive, such as ITB 100HD, Blackvue, Finevue, etc. I'm a moderator on another forum which many of us run dash cams. Here is a link to a section dedicated to cams:
http://www.radardetectorforum.org/fo...play.php?f=132
Here you can read about peoples personal experiences with them and their thoughts on different brands.
Thread Starter
6th Gear
Joined: Feb 2014
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Thanks. Wrong cam
Thanks and I appreciate the info. But wrong cam, I was referencing a performance cam shaft. But you never know, a dash can might be fun. I have a backup cam on my 4x4 that I can engage while driving, interesting to watch the road behind you while driving...
As far as it being worth it, that depends on you really. It could benefit you if there is an "incident" while driving and you will have video documentation, on the other hand, it could go against you as well.
There are a number of windshield mount "dash cams" that you can choose from. They are small and unobtrusive, such as ITB 100HD, Blackvue, Finevue, etc. I'm a moderator on another forum which many of us run dash cams. Here is a link to a section dedicated to cams:
http://www.radardetectorforum.org/fo...play.php?f=132
Here you can read about peoples personal experiences with them and their thoughts on different brands.
There are a number of windshield mount "dash cams" that you can choose from. They are small and unobtrusive, such as ITB 100HD, Blackvue, Finevue, etc. I'm a moderator on another forum which many of us run dash cams. Here is a link to a section dedicated to cams:
http://www.radardetectorforum.org/fo...play.php?f=132
Here you can read about peoples personal experiences with them and their thoughts on different brands.
Intermediate
Joined: Feb 2013
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From: Spring Texas
LOL, woops!! Sorry. I saw "cam" and obviously thought dash cam, now you know one of my other hobbies!! I hope you get some recommendations for what you were really looking for. Sorry I was of no help.
Melting Slicks
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Instructor
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Highland Village texas
I ran this cam in a stock 86 iron head and it was well worth the install. Noticeable torque gain.
http://www.compcams.com/Company/CC/c...?csid=125&sb=2
http://www.compcams.com/Company/CC/c...?csid=125&sb=2
Intermediate
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From: Spring Texas
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From: Phoenix Arizona
Depends on what you are trying to do. Maybe if you are looking for low end torque. Usually you need to do a lot of other things first, such as intake and exhaust. And yes, its a fairly major job.
Le Mans Master
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From: Dublin CA
One of the first questions is do you have to pass SMOG in your state....where ever you are???
As noted above, what are your goals. Going to use the stock block? Machine the block first or use the block as it is?
Another thing you will have to research, is when you change the cam you will need a new tune. Do you have someone close that can tune the car and burn a new chip????
As noted above, what are your goals. Going to use the stock block? Machine the block first or use the block as it is?
Another thing you will have to research, is when you change the cam you will need a new tune. Do you have someone close that can tune the car and burn a new chip????
Last edited by John A. Marker; Feb 27, 2014 at 06:12 PM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2000
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From: Auburn Michigan
I put in a different 350 into my 85 (slightly better heads) and a CompCam 268H cam, (218@.050, .454, 110lsa) siamesed the tpi base, opened up the plenum, 24lb/hr injectors, adjustable fuel regulator, custom chip, and a 58mm t.b.
It did have very good low end tq, but the fun was over at about 4,500rpm. It was a little more powerful, but not amazingly so. (or worth the $$)
But it was fun doing it.
Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Adelaide South Australia
are you are going to install the cam with the engine in the car ?
if so its a lot of work, and if you don't have the workshop equipment or knowledge then you will have to pay someone to do it, so expect $200 worth of cam and lifters to cost $500 in labour, and that's if you pull everything out the way first (waterpump, radiator etc)
if so its a lot of work, and if you don't have the workshop equipment or knowledge then you will have to pay someone to do it, so expect $200 worth of cam and lifters to cost $500 in labour, and that's if you pull everything out the way first (waterpump, radiator etc)