Heads Cam question
Racer
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Winter Park (Orlando) FL
I had it on my recent vette...i think it is expected on most any h/c set up. I have heard that rocker arms might lessen that effect, but rocker arms are not necessary for performance...I am sure more will chime in...
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Annandale VA
In my opinion, the sound will be about the same, as the underlying valvetrain design is identical. But the sounds can vary from car to car. I have heard the same cam sound different in different cars.
In general, if you want to minimize valvetrain noise, go with a cam that has a little less lift. The "XE" lobes from Comp Cams typically have max lift around .550", and are usually pretty quiet. The "XE-R" lobes raise the max lift up to .580" and higher, and will be a little noisier. The choice of valvesprings also makes a difference.
In general, if you want to minimize valvetrain noise, go with a cam that has a little less lift. The "XE" lobes from Comp Cams typically have max lift around .550", and are usually pretty quiet. The "XE-R" lobes raise the max lift up to .580" and higher, and will be a little noisier. The choice of valvesprings also makes a difference.
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