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Posted by Saleen_S281 (Member # 2472) on :
 
What are the best cams in the market right now as far as power?? im getting in a week or so 02 heads and intank manifold? thinking about getting them ported as well, but who makes the best power numbers right now? i was thinking about big boy but was a little dissappointed with the claims and actual numbers? thanks
 
Posted by Glenn (Member # 520) on :
 
You might want to try Mod Max, Ed curtis, or Big Boy racing.
 
Posted by bunchmyfunky (Member # 360) on :
 
Look into Comp Cams and foxlakeracing also.
 
Posted by 93PONY (Member # 60) on :
 
I'd buy the smallest off-shelf Comp cams available. & pray it passes the sniffer.
 
Posted by -NORCALCOBRA- (Member # 2383) on :
 
i do some head porting on the side but i go hci for valve jobs and stuff as for cams it all depends on your set up that is somthing you should cALL cole at hci he has done some really great regrinds...
 
Posted by Saleen_S281 (Member # 2472) on :
 
i was thinking about big boy but was dissappointed with the gains? whats the link to mod max? and comp cams dont pass smog?? thanks any other suggestions would help
 
Posted by Saleen_S281 (Member # 2472) on :
 
whats the number to hci? thanks
 
Posted by -NORCALCOBRA- (Member # 2383) on :
 
the number 1s 1 916 643 2291 ask fo cole tell him dave sent ya !!
 
Posted by J's DDLY SNK (Member # 2016) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen_S281:
whats the number to hci? thanks
HCI Nick, they are the ones working on Juan's COBRA. Talk to Cole, that guy is the man! They do some bad ass work! 1-916-643-2291
Oh, and don't forget to mention that they are for a blown set up.
Good Luck [patriot]
 
Posted by 4.6 EATIN GM'S (Member # 1633) on :
 
u can also call the guy that built my motor and if u heard ryans cams on the slug,mine even sound nastyer. but they wont pass smog though.
bob johnson performance 1 916 481 9263 tell him chris sent u. give him a call he knows his shit
 
Posted by Saleen_S281 (Member # 2472) on :
 
Im thinking of either buying the stage 3 cams from big boy, or stage 2 cams from HCI? If i buy big cams that dont pass smog do you kow anybody that will pass for me?
 
Posted by J's DDLY SNK (Member # 2016) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen_S281:
If i buy big cams that dont pass smog do you kow anybody that will pass for me?
E-mail Juan or call him up. He'll hook it up! [Wink]
 
Posted by mustangmn83 (Member # 3722) on :
 
BIG BOY RACING... best cams you can get for the price... they know their shit over there... Sheldon is the MAN.. he does all my work... modular master
 
Posted by 98StangPower (Member # 518) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen_S281:
Im thinking of either buying the stage 3 cams from big boy, or stage 2 cams from HCI? If i buy big cams that dont pass smog do you kow anybody that will pass for me?
One of the factors on my setup from Big boy racing was, i didnt Port and Polish my heads, which will be in the works soon!!! [worship]
 
Posted by 4.6 EATIN GM'S (Member # 1633) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 98StangPower:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen_S281:
Im thinking of either buying the stage 3 cams from big boy, or stage 2 cams from HCI? If i buy big cams that dont pass smog do you kow anybody that will pass for me?
One of the factors on my setup from Big boy racing was, i didnt Port and Polish my heads, which will be in the works soon!!! [worship]
how much did the regrinds cost u if u dont mind me askin ryan?
 
Posted by Saleen_S281 (Member # 2472) on :
 
The stage 1 = 470
I think stage 2 and 3 = 600

Im debating on getting either stage 2 cams from HCI that pass smog.
Or Stage 1-3 cams from big boy
Or getting a cam from Sean Hyland Motorsports if i can ever get through to talk to a represenative to see which cam.
 
Posted by Elapid (Member # 50) on :
 
good luck with SHM!
great parts, crappy customer service/support.
i think the parts are worth the hassle, personally.
just wait until i turn up the boost!
[Big Grin]
 
Posted by 98StangPower (Member # 518) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 4.6 EATIN GM'S:
quote:
Originally posted by 98StangPower:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen_S281:
Im thinking of either buying the stage 3 cams from big boy, or stage 2 cams from HCI? If i buy big cams that dont pass smog do you kow anybody that will pass for me?
One of the factors on my setup from Big boy racing was, i didnt Port and Polish my heads, which will be in the works soon!!! [worship]
how much did the regrinds cost u if u dont mind me askin ryan?
Think Sheldon gave them to me for around 400 bucks.
 
Posted by turbo302 (Member # 2786) on :
 
Im debating on getting either stage 2 cams from HCI that pass smog.
Or Stage 1-3 cams from big boy

I would go with stage 1's or stock PI cams for your application. Whatever you do, do not let anyone talk you into Stage 2 or 3 cams (with your current application). Stage 2 and 3 cams are designed to pull to 7,000+ RPM and have too much duration/lift for a street 4.6. The only way I would recommend a stage 2 or 3 cam is if you ported the heads and run 15+ PSI of boost, or a lot of nitrous/stroker. Basically, to take advantage of a stage 2 or 3 you would need a built short block. For 100-150 shot of nitrous, or a nice strong NA setup and boost up to 15 PSI, you can't go wrong with stage 1 cams and ported cylinder heads. The ported cylinder heads will help you take advantage of the mid-range and upper power the stage 1's will give you. If you do decide to go with any company's stage 1's, I would recommend getting the heads worked, or eventually getting them done (if you can't do it now).

Our 4.6's are only 281 ci and putting stage 2 or 3 cams on the stock block would be like putting an 750 carb. big cam on a stock (old school) 289, not enough cubes to take advantage of the additional air flow.

Good luck with your decision!

- Sheldon

[ November 14, 2003, 10:05 PM: Message edited by: turbo302 ]
 
Posted by 93PONY (Member # 60) on :
 
Stage 1, stage 2, stage 3.
WTF does that mean?

Seriously, you can NOT make an educated decision on what camshaft to buy without the exact specs & knowing what you're reading.
Guaranteed the majority on this thread don't know SHIT about cams.
You want to know what cams to get? Call a Pro & ask....NOT the shops the sell 4.6 cams, but someone with an un-biased opinion who knows what the fuck they are talking about.

Like one of these guys: (None of them sell 4.6 cams.)
Ed Curtis
Buddy Rawls
Brian Ebert
Chris Straub
 
Posted by Jeff S (Member # 371) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 93PONY:
Stage 1, stage 2, stage 3.
WTF does that mean?

Seriously, you can NOT make an educated decision on what camshaft to buy without the exact specs & knowing what you're reading.
Guaranteed the majority on this thread don't know SHIT about cams.
You want to know what cams to get? Call a Pro & ask....NOT the shops the sell 4.6 cams, but someone with an un-biased opinion who knows what the fuck they are talking about.

Like one of these guys: (None of them sell 4.6 cams.)
Ed Curtis
Buddy Rawls
Brian Ebert
Chris Straub
I was just about to reply about the Stage 1,2,3 $hit myself! [Roll Eyes]
 




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