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08-07-2007, 10:04 PM
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Help Me Pick Out a Cam...
Alright guys I'm fixing to start some engine mods on my dads 2006 Silverado. I'm gonna be putting on a CAI, Vette servos, LT's and I am wanting a small cam. I don't want to have to change out push rods and springs, but I will. The truck mainly sees highway driving but I do romp on it around time from time to time. So shoot me some thought/opinions on different setups and I will go from there.
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Dusty
BTW- Its a 5.3 with the 4l60e
Thanks,
Dusty
BTW- Its a 5.3 with the 4l60e
08-07-2007, 10:18 PM
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I don't mean to be a dick Dusty, but this exact same question was asked at least 4 times today. It gets covered everyday.
If you want any kind of gains your going to need to change your pushrods and springs. Changing pushrods is something a small child can do though.
If you want any kind of gains your going to need to change your pushrods and springs. Changing pushrods is something a small child can do though.
08-07-2007, 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by RandomHero
I don't mean to be a dick Dusty, but this exact same question was asked at least 4 times today. It gets covered everyday.
If you want any kind of gains your going to need to change your pushrods and springs. Changing pushrods is something a small child can do though.
If you want any kind of gains your going to need to change your pushrods and springs. Changing pushrods is something a small child can do though.
Yeah I know it gets asked alot, I just like to get opinions for myself rather than reading what everyone else wants. I don't mind getting springs and rods, just thought I might not have to...
08-07-2007, 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by southern_chevy
Just a question why are you moding your dads truck?
08-07-2007, 10:23 PM
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Thanks Mark,
Yeah I know it gets asked alot, I just like to get opinions for myself rather than reading what everyone else wants. I don't mind getting springs and rods, just thought I might not have to...
Yeah I know it gets asked alot, I just like to get opinions for myself rather than reading what everyone else wants. I don't mind getting springs and rods, just thought I might not have to...
Get something like a vinvi 210/216. It's about as big as you want to go until you add a torque converter. It won't have any problems idling and it will make great down low power. You'll need some springs to go with it. Pushrods aren't mandatory but are strongly recommended.
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I think all aftermarket cams have a smaller base circle and would require a pushrod change. Not sure what lift stock springs can handle.
Does the truck already have a custom tune?
Does the truck already have a custom tune?
08-09-2007, 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Silver-Dollar
I think all aftermarket cams have a smaller base circle and would require a pushrod change. Not sure what lift stock springs can handle.
Does the truck already have a custom tune?
Does the truck already have a custom tune?
08-09-2007, 01:08 PM
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Since you are just starting out, get the engine breathing, a shift kit, and get a tune. Most tuners offer free updates.
What gears are in it now? What is the cab/bed configuration?
What gears are in it now? What is the cab/bed configuration?