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Old 08-05-2016, 09:47 AM   #9
OutlawDrifter
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Re: Best Heads to pick?

you are getting some pretty sound advice here. don't pick a cam because of how it sounds.

building an engine is like fine tuning an orchestra. if you want everything to work together, you have to pick the correct parts. most people tend to over cam an engine because they like the the sound of a heavy lope, then complain about it's street manners. an engine is an air pump, it's important to keep velocity in mind. i would do a few months of research before you create a sound budget. read everything you can on building an engine and how different parts effect the power outcome. learn about cam timing events and head flow/runner length. then when you've got your budget put together, add 30% to it to cover the things you didn't think of or that showed up after the fact.
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