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Old 07-23-2020, 06:38 PM   #14
short&wide65
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Re: Engine Choice: Inline 6 or LS?

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Originally Posted by LS short box View Post
Again my .02 on the cam is don't get too crazy. You will be surprised how well a "medium" size runs with your 408 planned combo. Depending on how you build the 408 I would be shocked if you didn't make at least 450 rwhp with a medium size cam that is super easy to tune. 450 hp at the wheels is over 500 at the crank. Are planning a manual or auto trans?
That's probably good advice. I guess when I mean aggressive I'm probably talking the limit of a "medium" cam.

I certainly don't need a race cam. I'd be happy with 400 at the wheels so 450 would be plenty. I will be putting a 6-speed manual behind it.
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