Heads and Cams Primer?
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Racer
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From: Woodbridge VA
Heads and Cams Primer?
Is there a "primer" so to speak about heads and cams for the 'vette?
I'm starting to think about adding power to my 'vette, and most of my tuning experience is with little 4-bangers, so I'm trying to learn how to get what I want.
Thanks guys.
I'm starting to think about adding power to my 'vette, and most of my tuning experience is with little 4-bangers, so I'm trying to learn how to get what I want.
Thanks guys.
Team Owner
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From: Raleigh / Rolesville NC
Here are some cam basics http://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=327734
Ask yourself" What do you want your car to do?" Road race, drag race, sc, turbo, N2 or just a little more HP???"
Some times it is well worth getting to know an engine builder and just talk to them. Dont get hung up on numbers.
Good luck on your search
Originally Posted by jrp@LS1tech.com
III. Internals
Preface:
The LS1 like any other engine works as a system, treat is as one, you want to get as much air in and out as you can. The plethora of mods out there will allow you to do that. Things to consider before you start on your modding process:
1) There is no "best" part when it comes to mods.
2) When you want to start modding your car come up with a tangible plan.
3) Do not go into modding blindly; you will end up wasting money, time, and effort.
4) Do your research before you buy mods.
5) Find out your states/counties emissions requirements before choosing mods
6) Be realistic on what your going to do with your car
7) Usable power under the curve is what you want to shoot for, do not just look at peak gains
8) Work within your budget
9) If your are still under warranty Contact your own dealership and discuss your warranty and modding issues.
(Credit given where applicable. Info/pics taken from personal experience, around the Internet, and ls1tech/ls2.com.) Special thanks to the guys on ls1tech (J-Rod, JMX, ect)
Preface:
The LS1 like any other engine works as a system, treat is as one, you want to get as much air in and out as you can. The plethora of mods out there will allow you to do that. Things to consider before you start on your modding process:
1) There is no "best" part when it comes to mods.
2) When you want to start modding your car come up with a tangible plan.
3) Do not go into modding blindly; you will end up wasting money, time, and effort.
4) Do your research before you buy mods.
5) Find out your states/counties emissions requirements before choosing mods
6) Be realistic on what your going to do with your car
7) Usable power under the curve is what you want to shoot for, do not just look at peak gains
8) Work within your budget
9) If your are still under warranty Contact your own dealership and discuss your warranty and modding issues.
(Credit given where applicable. Info/pics taken from personal experience, around the Internet, and ls1tech/ls2.com.) Special thanks to the guys on ls1tech (J-Rod, JMX, ect)
Some times it is well worth getting to know an engine builder and just talk to them. Dont get hung up on numbers.
Good luck on your search
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Racer
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: Woodbridge VA
Thanks for the link, I will read it all through.
I know pretty well what I want.
I plan on going TT at some point (not STS - I dont like remote mount). This car is my daily driver, and I'd like to keep it that way, so it has to stay driveable no matter what I do. I dont have any particular number goal in mind, but I certainly dont mind larger #s, provided that goal doesnt conflict with my other req's.
I know pretty well what I want.
I plan on going TT at some point (not STS - I dont like remote mount). This car is my daily driver, and I'd like to keep it that way, so it has to stay driveable no matter what I do. I dont have any particular number goal in mind, but I certainly dont mind larger #s, provided that goal doesnt conflict with my other req's.
