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Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 13th, 2015, 9:15 am
by amceaglesx4
I don't want a wild cam for my 4.7 stroker so I'm looking for a little imput. I'm keeping stock pushrods to make my build simple so I'm looking for a cam with just a little more kick. Any suggestions ?

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 13th, 2015, 1:41 pm
by Russ Pottenger
If you talk to 10 people you get 10 different recommendations and reasons for their choice.

The camshaft that I use and sell most is Comp Cams 68-232-4
I'll use it in my mild builds. The 113 degree lobe separation angle helps to maintain manifold vacuum
and is the biggest cam to run if you still choose to run stock valve springs.


Russ
Bishop-Buehl Racing Engines

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 13th, 2015, 6:42 pm
by amceaglesx4
Thank you Russ I was looking at that one. I decided to play it safe and go with a stock 91-95 cam. On a side note since you are the only one that answers my questions lol I decided to go with the 258 crank, 4.0 rods, and the custom piston route you were talking about. Hopefully you know what I need and have them available to sell. The blocked isn't decked but is level and flat according to the block shop. I'm guessing I need the .43 headgasket idk know my ass from a hole in the ground but I'm trying to learn. Thanks Russ

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 13th, 2015, 6:45 pm
by amceaglesx4
Lmao... well Russ guess you have the timing set up I need too. I'll drop you a pm if I can.

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 14th, 2015, 7:00 am
by jsawduste
amceaglesx4 wrote:Thank you Russ I was looking at that one. I decided to play it safe and go with a stock 91-95 cam. On a side note since you are the only one that answers my questions lol I decided to go with the 258 crank, 4.0 rods, and the custom piston route you were talking about. Hopefully you know what I need and have them available to sell. The blocked isn't decked but is level and flat according to the block shop. I'm guessing I need the .43 headgasket idk know my ass from a hole in the ground but I'm trying to learn. Thanks Russ
He does.........

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 14th, 2015, 2:54 pm
by amceaglesx4
Lol

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 15th, 2015, 8:51 am
by Cheromaniac
jsawduste wrote:He does.........
Maybe Russ should also start his own brewery making Bishop Buehl beer. :lol:

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 15th, 2015, 8:59 am
by jsawduste
Cheromaniac wrote:
jsawduste wrote:He does.........
Maybe Russ should also start his own brewery making Bishop Buehl beer. :lol:

Dino, your not on the brew list ?

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 16th, 2015, 5:46 pm
by amceaglesx4
Back on the camshaft hunt again. Like Russ recommended the comp cam 68-232-4 sounds like a plan. The problem is its not for a 99 block ! Now what ? :brickwall:

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 16th, 2015, 7:08 pm
by jsawduste
Convert to the spring and pin. Simple to do.


Haven't talked to him but I`ll bet he has them parts too.

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 16th, 2015, 7:46 pm
by Russ Pottenger
jsawduste wrote:Convert to the spring and pin. Simple to do.


Haven't talked to him but I`ll bet he has them parts too.
Yes. Have the factory parts in stock.

Bolt, spring and pin are less then 10 bucks.
I convert everything to the early set up primarily because the good roller timing sets are only available in this style.

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 16th, 2015, 7:47 pm
by SilverXJ
Or get in touch with http://jonescams.com/ for a custom wide lobe cam that will work with your 99 retaining plate.

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 17th, 2015, 1:22 pm
by amceaglesx4
Bolt , spring, and pin gotcha ! What exactly would I be typing for if I got on O'reilys or something lol. God I'm stupid for doing a stroker attempt ! :frustrated:

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 17th, 2015, 1:48 pm
by jsawduste
Bolt, pin and spring.
Without heated seats.

Re: Camshaft confusion

Posted: December 17th, 2015, 1:50 pm
by Russ Pottenger
amceaglesx4 wrote:Bolt , spring, and pin gotcha ! What exactly would I be typing for if I got on O'reilys or something lol. God I'm stupid for doing a stroker attempt ! :frustrated:
A stroker isn't any more difficult than building a 4.0.
Figure out what your budget is. Do your research. There's plenty of information on this site, and people willing to help.

In the end you'll be happy you made the decision to upgrade to a stroker.


Russ