LS3 Cam help.
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Hey guys, Ive been looking for a while now, but I just dont know which cam kit/cam to get. Ive heard that alot of people like the G6X3 cam. I did bolt on some kooks 1 7/8th LTs, kooks 3inch catless xpipe, and ATAK borla exhaust along with a CAI. I do plan on installing it myself, as i do have my own shops/lifts. If anybody who has recently done a cam install and recommend a specific kit/vendor, I would greatly appreciate your input. 2009 Z51 c6. Thanks
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The cam I mentioned is under a Heartbeat Magnuson TVS2300. I like it. I've had bigger and smaller cams with TVS blowers. When it's cut up into very small pieces and analyzed all to hell and back, a camshaft is one big compromise. You give up a little of this to gain a little of that. That cam is about as good of a compromise as I can come up with. It fits me though. You may want something totally different. Spec a cam that fits exactly what you're trying to get done. A custom cam doesn't cost any more than a "shelf" cam.
And yes, a cam like this will give you a nice bump in power if you run it without a blower.
And yes, a cam like this will give you a nice bump in power if you run it without a blower.
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I talked to David over at vengeance racing, and Im thinking im going to go with a VRSC 223/231 .610/.617 115+4 platinum dual springs with titanium retainers and 5/16th 7.400 push rods. Also the 3 bolt timing gear.
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The package is being processed, and I went with the VRSP 2 cam. Should be here by this weekend maybe. I just want to say thank you to all of you who put your 2 cents in and a big thank you to David at VR! Very helpful.
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No worries man. VR is a very reputable company, so I think you're in good hands. I'm sure that you're going to be pleased. That cam should have very smooth manners and will really shine with a blower. Please post back on here soon and let us know how it runs.
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I will! It may be this weekend depending on how much girlfriend/family attention will be needed from me. Ill post pics and videos. I did go to my local autozone and checked to see if they had the chrysler balancer puller and the spring depressor. Any other specialized tool or gook ill need?
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If you are pulling the balancer, just replace the stock one with a better unit. ATI has an Ebay store where they sell their blems for less than half retail. I got mine for $220. They are fully functional. Just might have some scratches.
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