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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 08:25 PM
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Howmuch hp and torque increase could I get from a new cam, 1.6rr, and headers? What about just 1.6rr and cam? How much labor time for each? I was quoted 3 hours for the 1.6rr at $70/hr labor but I am considering doing the work myself. Will probably get a custom tune if I get these things done.

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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 08:57 PM
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I don't want to guess on your HP gain but you really should invest in valve springs that will handle the lift of your installed 1.6s or cam.

Mike
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 09:04 PM
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lt4 hotcam kit is about $520.00 cam springs & 1.6 roller rockers.
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 10:27 PM
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I gained 65 rwhp from a Hotcam, 1.6 rr, LT headers, ported heads and intake.
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Old Apr 10, 2006 | 10:30 PM
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I don't have numbers, but I did the hotcam kit & ported the heads and its amazing now.
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