cam swap ideas?
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cam swap ideas?
Have a stock 460 that is going to have the heads pulled off soon. To put new valves and springs... was wondering what kind of gains could I get swapping the cam as well leaving everything else stock. 88 7.5. Talking to a first timer so don't be over technical please.
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The bottleneck are the heads...Great reading here: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ts-are-in.html
There is also a dedicated Big Block 385 Series Forum further down on the front page: Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6.1/370, 7.0/429, 7.5/460) - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
At the very least you should consider headers before ever thinking of a cam or head swap.
There is also a dedicated Big Block 385 Series Forum further down on the front page: Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6.1/370, 7.0/429, 7.5/460) - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums
At the very least you should consider headers before ever thinking of a cam or head swap.
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The real HP improvements are in the cylinder heads. But you will gain some HP with a cam change but don't expect miracles.
While most folks buy cams from the guys who advertising budget is huge I prefer to deal with smaller cam outfits who can grind a custom made grind for your application. Better cores… personal service.
My suggestion would be to call Mike @ www.jonecams.com or Charles @ Automotive Performance Camshaft Production Manufacturer | Camcraft Performance Cams. Ask about installing the cam advanced… that may help.
While most folks buy cams from the guys who advertising budget is huge I prefer to deal with smaller cam outfits who can grind a custom made grind for your application. Better cores… personal service.
My suggestion would be to call Mike @ www.jonecams.com or Charles @ Automotive Performance Camshaft Production Manufacturer | Camcraft Performance Cams. Ask about installing the cam advanced… that may help.
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