Cam and Programming on an A4
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Racer
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Cam and Programming on an A4
I know there's been a lot of posts out there on this topic (done searches here and on LS1.com), but I have a more specific question.
I'm currently in the process of scheduling a new cam only install on my 99 A4 during the next few weeks. The cam specs are 216 single pattern, .538 lift, and 114 LSA. (see sig for other mods already done)
I'm planning reprogramming, but I'm not sure when S. Cole will be getting to my PP II :sad: (sent out mid January).
Based on the cam specs, if I get the install before Steve gets my PL back, will the car be driveable? I don't want to drill any TB holes, etc., so I'm just wondering if the car will idle ok and such. :confused:
Appreciate any comments or help. Maybe somebody can put in a good word to Steve for me. :yesnod:
LV
I'm currently in the process of scheduling a new cam only install on my 99 A4 during the next few weeks. The cam specs are 216 single pattern, .538 lift, and 114 LSA. (see sig for other mods already done)
I'm planning reprogramming, but I'm not sure when S. Cole will be getting to my PP II :sad: (sent out mid January).
Based on the cam specs, if I get the install before Steve gets my PL back, will the car be driveable? I don't want to drill any TB holes, etc., so I'm just wondering if the car will idle ok and such. :confused:
Appreciate any comments or help. Maybe somebody can put in a good word to Steve for me. :yesnod:
LV
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Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (LV)
I don't think you will have any problems with idle or drivability with that camshaft and no PCM programming. Steve Cole will probably just raise your idle slightly.
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Racer
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Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (MattG)
Hey Matt, how have you been? Thanks for the response.
That is what I'm expecting, but wanting others to back up my thoughts.
Hope to see you at one of the BG/BB autocrosses coming up.
LV
That is what I'm expecting, but wanting others to back up my thoughts.
Hope to see you at one of the BG/BB autocrosses coming up.
LV
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St. Jude Donor '05
Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (LV)
Well, with my cam the car was not drivable. Everytime I stopped at a light, the car would die. The only solution was to drill a small hole in the throttle body, which I will repair later. The cars dies now and then, but it is very drivable. I am waiting on Steve Cole and he is only 5 miles from me.
Good Luck!
[Modified by wallstAL, 12:18 PM 2/3/2002]
Good Luck!
[Modified by wallstAL, 12:18 PM 2/3/2002]
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Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (LV)
Like MattG said youshould be fine with that cam.It isn't that huge that you should have any major problems.
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St. Jude Donor '05
Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (LV)
Thanks for the replies. wallst - maybe you can talk to Cole for me!!! :lol:
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Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (LV)
Hey Matt, how have you been? Thanks for the response.
That is what I'm expecting, but wanting others to back up my thoughts.
Hope to see you at one of the BG/BB autocrosses coming up.
LV
That is what I'm expecting, but wanting others to back up my thoughts.
Hope to see you at one of the BG/BB autocrosses coming up.
LV
I will be in BG on Memorial Day Weekend for the Cruise-in, and of COURSE I will be at the AutoX! Make sure you drag Steve along too and come to Roscoe's BBQ on Friday night at the Baymont!
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Re: Cam and Programming on an A4 (wallstAL)
My cam and heads just came in and we're waiting on the rest of the goodies before taking the top off the motor. My cam is specifically ground to be streetable, put down motor power, but really light it up on nitrous. We will absolutely be doing custom PCM programming to fine tune the behaviour.