Re: I want a cam

From: Bernd D. Ratsch (bernd@texas.net)
Date: Thu Jul 20 2000 - 16:19:33 EDT


To be safe, get a matched kit. Springs, Keepers (Locks), and possibly
Rocker Arms (Rollers are an excellent choice for any Cam upgrade.)

- Bernd.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Tom" <tigers@bserv.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 20, 2000 3:21 PM
Subject: Re: DML: I want a cam

> At 11:32 AM 7/20/00 -0500, you wrote:
> > <snip>
> >3. What other engine components would I need to upgrade for the swap
> > (rockers, springs, pushrods, guides, fuel system...... that kind of
> stuff)
> >Thanks guys, --Mike www.mikesdakota.com
>
> IMHO, I think that the OE fuel system is quite adequate. You might
> want to get some kleenex for when your eyes water after you first
> start it up :-)
>
> Most cams will raise the power band so the rockers, springs, pushrods,
guides
> would be needed to run up there with some degree of stability and
> durability. I would also let some heavy duty roller lifters ...
apparently
> they are a weak component in the magnums at high rpms. Also, a double
roller
> timing chain would be good at this time ... wish that I had done the chain
on
> mine when I had the cam put in.
>
> Bob
>



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