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Old Apr 3, 2019 | 06:58 PM
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Been looking at cams for my 16 SB. Love my 103 not looking to increase displacement but playing with some internals. The build I’m looking at is a set of 10.5-1 pistons.030” head gasket with fueling 574 cams and a high flow oil pump and cam plate. Right now I’m running a road rage 2 pipe and a stage 1 breather I normally ride @ 3000 RPMs and I’m an aggressive rider. Is there any pros or cons to this build or anything that would be recommended instead.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 12:06 AM
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Your stock cam plate and oil pump are perfectly adequate, replacing them is a waste of $$.
Spend that cash on getting the heads done.
 
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Old Apr 4, 2019 | 05:23 AM
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Agreed on the plate/pump comment from Roadflyer.
The OE plate & pump are plenty good.
That .574 at 10.5 cr in a 103" should run well.
Headwork would be prudent, as would be a 50-51mm t/body.
Matter of fact, we are currently finishing up this combination for a local shop.
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Originally Posted by Roadflyer
Your stock cam plate and oil pump are perfectly adequate, replacing them is a waste of $$.
Spend that cash on getting the heads done.
And a proper tune
 
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