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Re: Pick A Cam for Me
« Reply #15 on: February 13 2012, 02:04:30 PM »
Probably close to 9-1 if the gaskets are thinner than the stock ones, which I think they are.


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Re: Pick A Cam for Me
« Reply #16 on: February 13 2012, 04:43:09 PM »
Most likely you've got under 9:1 compression still David. With that big a cam you'd be better off with 9.5:1 or a little better for that cam. Seriously think about getting a smaller cam and I think you'll be happier in the end. :rock:
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« Reply #17 on: February 13 2012, 06:32:08 PM »
I have a feeling it's going to be a while before I get started but I will remember your suggestions. Thanks!  :atbeer:   
 
 
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Re: Pick A Cam for Me
« Reply #18 on: February 13 2012, 07:44:40 PM »
...but I will remember . ...

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« Reply #19 on: February 14 2012, 11:47:31 AM »
I don't remember, I don't recall, I don't remember anything at all!
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Re: Pick A Cam for Me
« Reply #20 on: February 15 2012, 10:26:02 AM »
like Steve said.. 212/212 worked great !! I have also used the 206/206 with great results !! Both cams are a no brainer off the shelf. I think a lot of guys halucinate to much.. A simple cam change isn't goin to give ya 200+ horse power  :add_wegbrech:

 

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