Cam replacement & Trans Pulley swap

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02-13-2015, 07:12 AM

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That cam needs a lot more compression so might as well get the ajustable pushrods and at least go with a.030 head gasket. Mild headwork,vave job and deck the heads.025 would really do the job.

Really? Seems like a very good "bolt in" to me??

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02-13-2015, 11:59 AM

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That cam needs a lot more compression so might as well get the ajustable pushrods and at least go with a.030 head gasket. Mild headwork,vave job and deck the heads.025 would really do the job.

The Cam is supposed to be a bolt on; i think that i should be fine without head work. However, I will get the adjustable pushrods and change the lifters. Pushrods were questionable but i've talked myself into them along with all my fellow baggers

It was also highly recommended to replace the cam barrings.

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02-13-2015, 02:38 PM

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36 degrees of overlap, 96" w/9.2 compression, it will make some power,but way too far to the right.

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02-13-2015, 09:56 PM

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36 degrees of overlap, 96" w/9.2 compression, it will make some power,but way too far to the right.

depends how ya ride... While I recommend 48s in 96s, 555T isn't a bad option. Especially with a pulley swap.

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02-13-2015, 11:38 PM

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depends how ya ride... While I recommend 48s in 96s, 555T isn't a bad option. Especially with a pulley swap.

Well i agree with you. I am pretty sure this project will provide me with a noticeable difference.

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02-13-2015, 11:49 PM

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at least go with a.030 head gasket. Mild headwork,vave job and deck the heads.025 would really do the job.

I need to keep within the budget for now. i think the pulley and the cam will give me a wake up.

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02-14-2015, 03:38 AM

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The pulley swap is definitely a must do, the 07-08 had 32/66 gearing (horrible) I did the 30/68 swap on my 07 with SE204 cams and it was day and night difference.

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