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12-06-2009, 05:33 PM #1
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legitamate cam ?
if i was to get a mild cam, maybe upping power by 20-50hp, would i still need to replace my oil pump/lifters/springs/etc
timing chain i know is a must
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12-06-2009, 05:46 PM #2
Springs are a must with any cam swap. If there is ONE thing that must be replaced, its the springs.
370 CI - Twin 6766 Turbo - Jakes stage 5 4L80E - MWC 9" - Holley Dominator
Build in progress...
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12-06-2009, 06:26 PM #3
Yes, like he Hi-Po said, springs FOR SURE, and I would probably change pushrods for sure too, just to be on the safe side. But if you have the money, oil pump/timing chain/spark plugs if you use the air tool to keep your springs compressed then change them while they're out and get a 160* t-stat while your at it. Good luck with your swap, your going to LOVE a bigger cam
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12-06-2009, 06:49 PM #4
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well i'm just debating all sorts of options
if i'd just need to swap springs/pushrods/timingchain for a mild cam i'd figure <$1000 for all parts and i could do that this christmas
but if i needed even more such as a oilpump/waterpump/lifters/etc/etc i'd have to wait,
also weighing options of an ls6/lq9 as my motor has 121k on it now, so its getting aged
last two options will have to wait until i have a GOOD paying job, probably out of college
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12-06-2009, 06:53 PM #5
With your engine having higher milage, I would strongly suggest a port LS6 oil pump. There are so many things that will nickel and dime you to death if your not ready for them. Remember, you still need a 400-600 dollar tune after the cam swap.
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12-06-2009, 06:55 PM #6
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12-06-2009, 07:07 PM #7
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oh thanks ya'll
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12-07-2009, 09:29 AM #8
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SOM- 1998 T.A.
You could get a mail order tune in the $150 range...
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