LT1 cam selection

**98-LS1** · 06-15-2006, 10:38 AM

I just bought a complete LT1 yesterday, I'm not too familiar with these motors as I own mostly LS1's but I'm sure the basic principle is the same for both. Anyway, what would be a great cam to run in a mostly stock LT1? I want the most power with a nice choppy idle, this motor will be mated to a T-56. Is the LT1 hot cam worth the money? Thanks

**5.0THIS** · 06-15-2006, 03:43 PM

Alot of people run a CC306 cam... seems to be about the limit with stock heads. That or the GM 847

**98-LS1** · 06-16-2006, 03:40 AM

who makes the CC306 cam? I called the comp cams tech line yesterday and he gave me a 228 / 230 on a 112 LSA. Sounds like a good size one but I was wondering if the valve springs had to be changed on a LT1 with a cam install?

**5.0THIS** · 06-17-2006, 01:28 AM

Originally Posted by 98-LS1

I was wondering if the valve springs had to be changed on a LT1 with a cam install?

absolutely. Also, new pushrods, seals, roller rockers, and guideplates are all a good idea.

**98-LS1** · 06-17-2006, 09:12 AM

thanks, I'm pulling the valvesprings today. Went to the local hot rod store and picked up a set of comp cams valve springs, seals and retainers.

**94 Formula** · 06-18-2006, 10:54 AM

I put a 228-236 / 571 -114ls cam with 1.6rr and I put down 331rwhp and I am a a4. I also passed smog in California with this cam.

Car ran 12's all day long with just a cam.

Dustin

94 Formula a4 3.23
Cam,1.6rr,NX 100
11.67@119

**98-LS1** · 06-18-2006, 02:35 PM

Originally Posted by 94 Formula

I put a 228-236 / 571 -114ls cam with 1.6rr and I put down 331rwhp and I am a a4. I also passed smog in California with this cam.

Car ran 12's all day long with just a cam.

Dustin

94 Formula a4 3.23
Cam,1.6rr,NX 100
11.67@119

Thats impressive! I should have something to look forward to when I get this third gen going then