Time for a Cam...need help
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Racer
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Calgary AB
Time for a Cam...need help
I've read tons and I know there are a lot of difference opinions about this, but with my specific set up- intake, ported Tbody, LG LT's, high flow cats, TI. Looking to just do the cam at first (I know heads would help, but doing this step by step). So, besides the Cam and springs and maybe a new Chain, shouldn't need anything else (I think). What would be a nice cam (need to keep very streetable)? I've heard a 224/224 114 LSA would be nice.
Thanks Gentlemen....
OH, and I'll be doing this job myself. I've learned tons by doing all the work to the car thus far by myself, so this will be no different.
Thanks Gentlemen....
OH, and I'll be doing this job myself. I've learned tons by doing all the work to the car thus far by myself, so this will be no different.
Pro
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Seabrook TX
I just did some more research the other day. I'm also a big fan of the G5X3 114, it's what I plan to run if/when I jump into the cam upgrade.
You're going to need several gaskets (front seal, water pump, timing cover etc). And since the factory harmonic balancer comes off, at a minimum you'll need a new GM bolt for it, but many recommend an aftermarket underdrive pulley and an ARP reusable bolt.
Also consider:
- pinning your crank
- two-piece timing cover.
- oil pump upgrade
You're going to need several gaskets (front seal, water pump, timing cover etc). And since the factory harmonic balancer comes off, at a minimum you'll need a new GM bolt for it, but many recommend an aftermarket underdrive pulley and an ARP reusable bolt.
Also consider:
- pinning your crank
- two-piece timing cover.
- oil pump upgrade
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 369
Likes: 1
From: Calgary AB
I just did some more research the other day. I'm also a big fan of the G5X3 114, it's what I plan to run if/when I jump into the cam upgrade.
You're going to need several gaskets (front seal, water pump, timing cover etc). And since the factory harmonic balancer comes off, at a minimum you'll need a new GM bolt for it, but many recommend an aftermarket underdrive pulley and an ARP reusable bolt.
Also consider:
- pinning your crank
- two-piece timing cover.
- oil pump upgrade
You're going to need several gaskets (front seal, water pump, timing cover etc). And since the factory harmonic balancer comes off, at a minimum you'll need a new GM bolt for it, but many recommend an aftermarket underdrive pulley and an ARP reusable bolt.
Also consider:
- pinning your crank
- two-piece timing cover.
- oil pump upgrade
Pro
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Seabrook TX
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...ing-cover.html
Basically, if you ever want to change cams again, you won't have to pull the balancer/UD pulley or steering rack to do so.
