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draggin49 · 09-07-2013, 02:18 PM

Well, my new 350 /700r4 are sitting out.
Since its out and an easy time to do so, was gonna swap in a new cam.

Motor is a stock 350, I think late 80's nothing crazy
Was looking to do a performer rpm intake, edelbrock carb, bolt on some long tube 1 5/8 headers

I had a comp cam in my 69 camaro, ran great but it was a more built motor, aluminum heads etc.

Any ideas which model might be best?

Was lookin at the comp cams xe 256 or xe 268 model
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70blackfish · 09-07-2013, 03:19 PM

comp 256 would be the biggest with that combo..

you smaller cam than to much cam..just my 2cents

draggin49 · 09-07-2013, 03:23 PM

That was my thoughts too, I have seen better results with a little less cam /less carb on the mild applications. 256 xe should be good,

Haha im assuming its a flat tappet cam, guess its time to pull the old cover and see
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oldblue1968chevy · 09-07-2013, 05:23 PM

Im runnin the 262 voodool lunati 60102 i think

Im happy but ive got a vortec head.

draggin49 · 09-07-2013, 05:50 PM

If I was keeping the truck I would go a lot crazier on the motor , but im just gonna cruise it for a bit then find her a home
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draggin49 · 09-07-2013, 05:51 PM

Haha , I have a feeling my brother may end up purchasing it after I get it on the road.he hates his 2005 silverado 4 door
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nra4life · 09-08-2013, 01:16 AM

All my life I have been told: Always err to the mild side - never the wild side. If your cam is too mild, the engine will not quite put out its full potential. If your cam is too wild, the engine won't do anything well. Roy

**WIDESIDE72** · 09-08-2013, 02:17 AM

I have run the Comp 268H in several SBC engines. Nothing exotic, new push rods, still had pressed studs. I was happy with power and mileage. Best bet is to call comp cams. They will steer you i the right direction. Theyll ask your rear gear ratio, tire height, main use of truck etc
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SCHRUMGMC · 09-08-2013, 02:35 AM

How much do they Cam's cost?

draggin49 · 09-08-2013, 02:45 AM

I think I can get cam/lifters for around $180 or so

I will shoot them a call, and give em some specs. Just want to liven it up a tad, but still have a good daily driver.
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draggin49 · 09-08-2013, 02:46 AM

So true, my aluminum headed 350 ran better with the 268 vs the 274 cam I ran first
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19673ontree · 09-08-2013, 07:50 AM

I will never buy another comp cam they are poor quality , in my sons 350 I ended up with a howards cam great piece ! Summit sells them they have a website and a wide variety of cams
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19673ontree · 09-08-2013, 07:53 AM

http://www.howardscams.com/
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19673ontree · 09-08-2013, 07:56 AM

Google comp cams failure they are $150 each and are chinese junk they are riding the name and reputation the company once had , howard cams are about $109 and are cnc machined nice usa made pieces !
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54belair · 09-08-2013, 12:00 PM

256 is a great cam for your combo. gives you more low end torque. Its not a hi rpm cam----but most of us dont need that anyway. good choice.

hugger6933 · 09-08-2013, 07:01 PM

I have run the 268H in tons of small blocks and loved every one of them. They are just made for that type of combo, look at the cam that Edelbrock has made up for the package that they offer,the cam is a little bigger if I recall correctly. The power acc. work just fine with it[power brakes] and in fact it has added both gas mileage and vaccum to everything I have put one in. Jim

09-07-2013, 02:18 PM	#1
draggin49 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 356	comp cams suggestion... Well, my new 350 /700r4 are sitting out. Since its out and an easy time to do so, was gonna swap in a new cam. Motor is a stock 350, I think late 80's nothing crazy Was looking to do a performer rpm intake, edelbrock carb, bolt on some long tube 1 5/8 headers I had a comp cam in my 69 camaro, ran great but it was a more built motor, aluminum heads etc. Any ideas which model might be best? Was lookin at the comp cams xe 256 or xe 268 model Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2013, 03:19 PM	#2
70blackfish Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Newhall CA Posts: 1,195	Re: comp cams suggestion... comp 256 would be the biggest with that combo.. you smaller cam than to much cam..just my 2cents __________________ 69 SWB 780hp Hellcat powered, manual 6 speed, currie 9

09-07-2013, 03:23 PM	#3
draggin49 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 356	Re: comp cams suggestion... That was my thoughts too, I have seen better results with a little less cam /less carb on the mild applications. 256 xe should be good, Haha im assuming its a flat tappet cam, guess its time to pull the old cover and see Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2013, 05:23 PM	#4
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: comp cams suggestion... Im runnin the 262 voodool lunati 60102 i think Im happy but ive got a vortec head. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

09-07-2013, 05:50 PM	#5
draggin49 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 356	Re: comp cams suggestion... If I was keeping the truck I would go a lot crazier on the motor , but im just gonna cruise it for a bit then find her a home Posted via Mobile Device

09-07-2013, 05:51 PM	#6
draggin49 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 356	Re: comp cams suggestion... Haha , I have a feeling my brother may end up purchasing it after I get it on the road.he hates his 2005 silverado 4 door Posted via Mobile Device

09-08-2013, 01:16 AM	#7
nra4life Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Lee's Summit, Missouri Posts: 24	Re: comp cams suggestion... All my life I have been told: Always err to the mild side - never the wild side. If your cam is too mild, the engine will not quite put out its full potential. If your cam is too wild, the engine won't do anything well. Roy

09-08-2013, 02:17 AM	#8
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,494	Re: comp cams suggestion... I have run the Comp 268H in several SBC engines. Nothing exotic, new push rods, still had pressed studs. I was happy with power and mileage. Best bet is to call comp cams. They will steer you i the right direction. Theyll ask your rear gear ratio, tire height, main use of truck etc Posted via Mobile Device

09-08-2013, 02:35 AM	#9
SCHRUMGMC Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,989	Re: comp cams suggestion... How much do they Cam's cost? __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra 1959 GMC 100

09-08-2013, 02:45 AM	#10
draggin49 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 356	Re: comp cams suggestion... I think I can get cam/lifters for around $180 or so I will shoot them a call, and give em some specs. Just want to liven it up a tad, but still have a good daily driver. Posted via Mobile Device

09-08-2013, 02:46 AM	#11
draggin49 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 356	Re: comp cams suggestion... So true, my aluminum headed 350 ran better with the 268 vs the 274 cam I ran first Posted via Mobile Device

09-08-2013, 07:50 AM	#12
19673ontree CAN'T FIX NOTHIN Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SOUTHRUST VIRGINIA !!! Posts: 2,112	Re: comp cams suggestion... I will never buy another comp cam they are poor quality , in my sons 350 I ended up with a howards cam great piece ! Summit sells them they have a website and a wide variety of cams Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 C10 Shortbed Fleetside Small back glass 6 cyl 3spd on the tree 3.08 gears underdash AC

09-08-2013, 07:53 AM	#13
19673ontree CAN'T FIX NOTHIN Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SOUTHRUST VIRGINIA !!! Posts: 2,112	Re: comp cams suggestion... http://www.howardscams.com/ Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 C10 Shortbed Fleetside Small back glass 6 cyl 3spd on the tree 3.08 gears underdash AC

09-08-2013, 07:56 AM	#14
19673ontree CAN'T FIX NOTHIN Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SOUTHRUST VIRGINIA !!! Posts: 2,112	Re: comp cams suggestion... Google comp cams failure they are $150 each and are chinese junk they are riding the name and reputation the company once had , howard cams are about $109 and are cnc machined nice usa made pieces ! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1967 C10 Shortbed Fleetside Small back glass 6 cyl 3spd on the tree 3.08 gears underdash AC

09-08-2013, 12:00 PM	#15
54belair Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bolivar, mo Posts: 839	Re: comp cams suggestion... 256 is a great cam for your combo. gives you more low end torque. Its not a hi rpm cam----but most of us dont need that anyway. good choice. __________________ 1997 shortie stepside 1968 short stepside 1966 mustang 1966 chevelle ss Dont always go the cheapest route--You can save yourself into the poorhouse! My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489030



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09-08-2013, 07:01 PM	#16
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,257	Re: comp cams suggestion... I have run the 268H in tons of small blocks and loved every one of them. They are just made for that type of combo, look at the cam that Edelbrock has made up for the package that they offer,the cam is a little bigger if I recall correctly. The power acc. work just fine with it[power brakes] and in fact it has added both gas mileage and vaccum to everything I have put one in. Jim

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