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Old Jan 14, 2017 | 05:57 PM
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My 2005 currently has the MS4 installed. I hate the low rpm surge and bucking, but I like the lope. What would be a better cam for drivability with a little lope?

Thanks for any input.

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Current mods:
PRC 227cc 6 bolt heads
MS4 cam
Monster clutch level 3
Fast 102 intake
LS6 ported oil pump
In Motion double roller timing set
Powerbond 25% UD pulley

Mods already purchased to be installed:
JOC stage 1 sway bars and shocks
B&M ripper short throw shiftier

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Old Jan 15, 2017 | 10:57 PM
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Originally Posted by kbrown9
......What would be a better cam for drivability with a little lope.....
LOL......almost every cam made!

Seriously though, I would call someone like Cam Motion regarding your goals.....but off the cuff, their Stage-3 cam will lope, provide very good power and will be a LOT more driveable than the MS4.

http://store.cammotion.com/60-ls2-34...-compression-3

Best of luck!

KW
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Old Jan 15, 2017 | 11:56 PM
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Thank you for the information. The low end surge and bucking drives me crazy. What I read about the MS4 is its a max effort cam, which is definitely not my intention on a regular basis. This car is for fun with the wife and the occasional weekend street race.

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Old Jan 16, 2017 | 11:21 AM
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Give me a call, i'll be glad to help you out with a new camshaft.
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Old Jan 16, 2017 | 11:28 AM
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Pat G or someone to custom spec you a cam for your application. Keep overlap <5 and no issues with bucking.
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