What kind of camshaft do I need for a Ford Pinto?
What kind of camshaft do I need for a Ford Pinto?
A popular good all round fast road camshaft that will fit wi…. A popular good all round fast road camshaft that will fit without any further head modifications. Not suitable for OE Ford injection. Approx 16bhp increase. Kit includes: camshaft, CF36 followers, valve springs, balls studs, spray bar, stem seals & cam lube.
What do you call a fast road cam?
Moving up to 290 degrees we have what is called a fast road cam. This will give a noticeable increase in top end power but you will start to experience a slightly lumpy idle. Economy will also be impaired but in most cases you will be within your cars emission standards. This is what most readers of cartuningtips.com will be aiming at.
What should the duration of a road cam be?
By grinding down each side of the lobe on the cam you can decrease the duration. As a general rule of thumb upto 265 degrees gives a good balance of extra power and maintains smooth running and is most suited to a standard engine. Moving up to 290 degrees we have what is called a fast road cam.
A popular good all round fast road camshaft that will fit wi…. A popular good all round fast road camshaft that will fit without any further head modifications. Not suitable for OE Ford injection. Approx 16bhp increase. Kit includes: camshaft, CF36 followers, valve springs, balls studs, spray bar, stem seals & cam lube.
Moving up to 290 degrees we have what is called a fast road cam. This will give a noticeable increase in top end power but you will start to experience a slightly lumpy idle. Economy will also be impaired but in most cases you will be within your cars emission standards. This is what most readers of cartuningtips.com will be aiming at.
Which is the best road cam for a hot hatch?
Fast Road cam 270° – 285° Good compromise for a road car the tick over is still fairly smooth and emissions are within legal limits. A good choice for a car used daily and for weekend track use and perfect for a hot hatch. This profile still gives reasonable fuel economy and a choppy tick over.
By grinding down each side of the lobe on the cam you can decrease the duration. As a general rule of thumb upto 265 degrees gives a good balance of extra power and maintains smooth running and is most suited to a standard engine. Moving up to 290 degrees we have what is called a fast road cam.
