Cam and Intake
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Cam and Intake
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i have a 2005 LS2 corvette z51
looking for what I need to add a mild cam and intake
i have seen Cam motion stage 3 or Texas speed cam is affordable. Each come with corresponding hardware.
and I will most likely go with a LSX FAST intake, but what do I need with both to have installed? Hardware, high stall converter, harmonic balancer, 102mm throttle body?
is their a kit or other reccomndation to get in place of anything?
i have a 2005 LS2 corvette z51
looking for what I need to add a mild cam and intake
i have seen Cam motion stage 3 or Texas speed cam is affordable. Each come with corresponding hardware.
and I will most likely go with a LSX FAST intake, but what do I need with both to have installed? Hardware, high stall converter, harmonic balancer, 102mm throttle body?
is their a kit or other reccomndation to get in place of anything?
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Don't buy a cam based on cost. Buy the cam that fits what you're trying to accomplish. If you don't know what you're doing, selecting a cam can be overwhelming. And the possibility of making an expensive mistake can be high. Get help. Check with Brian Tooley racing or Cam Motion. I use Pat G for help if I'm in an area that I'm not sure about. Summit Racing has a nice line of LS cams that are priced well. Might be worth giving them a call.
Converter choice is going to depend on cam choice. I don't like cams that need a converter even a little bit. Everyone doesn't think like me though. I would replace the crank pulley with a 10% underdriven Powerbond unit. FAST intake manifold is a great one. Money well spent on an LS2. 102mm throttle body is a total waste on a stock cube LS2. Porting your stock throttle for better throttle response, yes.
Not sure what you mean by "hardware". You can save a few bucks if you order a cam "kit". Includes the cam, springs, retainers, locks, seals, etc.
Converter choice is going to depend on cam choice. I don't like cams that need a converter even a little bit. Everyone doesn't think like me though. I would replace the crank pulley with a 10% underdriven Powerbond unit. FAST intake manifold is a great one. Money well spent on an LS2. 102mm throttle body is a total waste on a stock cube LS2. Porting your stock throttle for better throttle response, yes.
Not sure what you mean by "hardware". You can save a few bucks if you order a cam "kit". Includes the cam, springs, retainers, locks, seals, etc.
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Don't buy a cam based on cost. Buy the cam that fits what you're trying to accomplish. If you don't know what you're doing, selecting a cam can be overwhelming. And the possibility of making an expensive mistake can be high. Get help. Check with Brian Tooley racing or Cam Motion. I use Pat G for help if I'm in an area that I'm not sure about. Summit Racing has a nice line of LS cams that are priced well. Might be worth giving them a call.
Converter choice is going to depend on cam choice. I don't like cams that need a converter even a little bit. Everyone doesn't think like me though. I would replace the crank pulley with a 10% underdriven Powerbond unit. FAST intake manifold is a great one. Money well spent on an LS2. 102mm throttle body is a total waste on a stock cube LS2. Porting your stock throttle for better throttle response, yes.
Not sure what you mean by "hardware". You can save a few bucks if you order a cam "kit". Includes the cam, springs, retainers, locks, seals, etc.
Converter choice is going to depend on cam choice. I don't like cams that need a converter even a little bit. Everyone doesn't think like me though. I would replace the crank pulley with a 10% underdriven Powerbond unit. FAST intake manifold is a great one. Money well spent on an LS2. 102mm throttle body is a total waste on a stock cube LS2. Porting your stock throttle for better throttle response, yes.
Not sure what you mean by "hardware". You can save a few bucks if you order a cam "kit". Includes the cam, springs, retainers, locks, seals, etc.
I found a site HAWKMOTORSPORTS that has a head intake and cam kit all in one for 4500$ which includes the 102 mm throttle body and MAF
I think on this build I want to really only do cam and intake manifold and keep the car NA, this is a 6 speed manual I forgot to add so driveability won’t be an issue.
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I meant hardware as in if I had to buy anything additional, and my mechanic is a client of mine and will not cut corners on quality work or recommended parts, he reccomended BTR cam and LSX FAST intake.
I found a site HAWKMOTORSPORTS that has a head intake and cam kit all in one for 4500$ which includes the 102 mm throttle body and MAF
I think on this build I want to really only do cam and intake manifold and keep the car NA, this is a 6 speed manual I forgot to add so driveability won’t be an issue.
I found a site HAWKMOTORSPORTS that has a head intake and cam kit all in one for 4500$ which includes the 102 mm throttle body and MAF
I think on this build I want to really only do cam and intake manifold and keep the car NA, this is a 6 speed manual I forgot to add so driveability won’t be an issue.
