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How big of a cam can I run with Vortec heads?

How big of a cam can I run with Vortec heads?

You’ll need to replace the springs no matter what cam you use. Some spring kits will allow more than . 500″ lift on those heads, some will only allow about . 450″.

What kind of camshaft does a 350 Chevy have?

This camshaft fits with 1st generation Chevy’s that include the 262, 265, 267, 283, 302, 305, 307, 350, and the 400. The only models it doesn’t fit is the LT1 and the LT4, or the small blocks models made from 1985 and beyond.

How much horsepower does a 350 Chevy have?

The graph shows that a stock two-barrel, 350 Chevy could hardly be considered a power house. The combination of mild cam timing and limited breathing through the two-barrel induction and stock iron heads resulted in peak numbers of just 241 hp and 359 lb-ft of torque.

What kind of camshaft does a Chevy V-8 use?

For Generation I small block Chevrolet V-8 engines (non-computer controlled) Cam kit contains camshaft, lifters, and cam ZINC Additive lube; Duration (INT/EXH): 282°/282° Duration at .050″ (INT/EXH): 232°/232° Valve Lift (w/1.5 rockers): .480″/.480″ Center Line: 108; RPM Range: 2000-6500

How to build a small block Chevy for low end torque?

Slide into the block a camshaft with about 214/220 degrees of intake/exhaust duration at 0.050-inch valve lift. Valve lift should be about 0.452-inch intake and 0.465-inch on the exhaust; a 112-degree lobe separation angle will work best for this application. Install an aftermarket dual-spark distributor.

Which is the best camshaft kit for a 350 Chevy?

Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit – 350-2102: These are designed to provide torque from low end to midrange. The main job of a camshaft is to offer smooth idling. Edelbrock Head Gasket Set – 350-7361: This component is used as a sealing component between a cylinder head and cylinder block.

What’s the peak torque of a 350 Chevy?

It is tuned for peak torque at 3500 RPM, hence offers excellent driveability from idle to 5500 RPM. E-Street Cylinder Heads: These are meant to provide maximum flow velocity by working with Edelbrock intake manifold, carburetor, camshaft, etc.

What kind of intake manifold does a 350 Chevy use?

Edelbrock Performer EPS Intake Manifold – 350-2701: It is tuned for a tuned for peak torque at 3500 RPM for a 350 Chevy engine. It is meant to drive the engine from idle to 5500 RPM.

What kind of cylinder head does a 350 Chevy use?

E-Street Cylinder Heads: These are meant to provide maximum flow velocity by working with Edelbrock intake manifold, carburetor, camshaft, etc. The cylinder heads are made up of A356 aluminum casting that is meant to run for longer and offer excellent performance.

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Ruth Doyle