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Old 10-29-2002, 02:56 PM
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Default Cam question

Don't know if anyone can answer this but here goes:
How much difference in idle quality and low rpm torque could you expect between the following 2 cams (both in a solid lifter 428)

Cam 1- duration I/E @.50 236/236, lift .571
Cam 2- duration I/E @.50 238/246, lift .540

Obvioulsy the shorter duration is milder, but does the decreased lift of the second cam help to improve the poor idle qualities associated with increased duration? I'd like a motor that make the bulk of its torque/hp b/t 2500-5000. Any thoughts/ insight appreciated.

Thanks in advance,
Mike
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