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Basic 355 combo
Roger:
I think that cam looks like a good pick. I'd suggest using no more than the required spring pressure with the flat tappet and break it in correctly. And I think you're right, you'll probably start running out of power just before the finish line because of the limited intake port area and compression. But that won't hurt a thing, by the time you feel it, you're on the brakes anyway:)
opa1:
Thanks! I'm going to try and keep the valve train as lite as possible. I agree with the spring selection. I've run door cars most of my life. Building a engine for the FED is like stepping back a bit. :)
EDIT: What's the thought on Zoomies? 1 5/8 or 1 3/4. I'll be using the 6 bolt flange.
jeff/21:
we had the cam ground by Schneider talked to jerry and his advice was pretty close and i've used his cams since it was a flat tappet used the lightest springs possible the rpm was when running it through the speed trap
jeff/21:
Building a engine for the FED is like stepping back a bit
why would you say that, other than cam a torque converter selection every thing else is the same
wideopen231:
Think he meant keeping it mild is step back.
Please nobody take this as anything other than statement. I'm always amazed at you guys who can build milder setup and just run for fun. I might start out for mild but then the just little more thing happens. Little more compression,few degrees more cam,little better head,litle hotter ignition and litle more money I can get this much more power.Before I am out the gate at $3000 build is up to 10k and a 500 hp motor is buzzing close to 1000 hp. Heck I am the guy with 100 hp Harley Evo motor in corner for my wheel chair when I old.
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