I may want to do a cam as well. I know Comp cams makes computer compatible
cams, but only the 254 duration cam can be used with the oem computer. Comp
Cams says stronger valve springs must be used. Would the oem 360 cam make a
difference and where can I find one?
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ray Block" <bpracing@worldnet.att.net>
To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2007 11:16 AM
Subject: DML: RE: Headers/TBI
>
> (SUM-G9044-- $149.95)? Should be fine.
>
> Word to the wise...trial fit the gaskets to the headers and check for any
> overhang into the ports. Likewise against the heads. Trim away any
> offending material you can that won't compromise sealing. Won't make a
> noticeable difference but can't hurt either.
>
>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: owner-dakota-truck@bent.twistedbits.net [mailto:owner-dakota-
>> truck@bent.twistedbits.net] On Behalf Of Tom Byrne
>> Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2007 9:39 AM
>> To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
>> Subject: DML: Re: RE: Re: RE: Headers/TBI
>>
>>
>> What about Summit Shorty Headers for 318 Mags? They are dirt cheap
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Ray Block" <bpracing@worldnet.att.net>
>> To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
>> Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2007 1:42 AM
>> Subject: DML: RE: Re: RE: Headers/TBI
>>
>>
>> >
>> >
>> >> -----Original Message-----
>> >> From: Tom Byrne
>> >>
>> >> Will Magnum manifolds or shorty headers bolt up to my LA 318?
>> >
>> > I thought I already said that. ;-)
>> >
>> > To clarify....LA and Magnum heads have the same *exhaust* bolt pattern
>> and
>> > the port shape is very close, so you can use early or late
>> > manifolds/headers
>> > on either engine.
>> >
>> > If you get ones made for a Gen II Dakota, your only custom issue will
>> > be
>> > connecting them to the rest of the exhaust system. Since you already
>> > have
>> > duals it should be rather simple.
>> >
>> > The best manifolds are from '92-'93 and can be found easily and
>> > cheaply.
>> > I
>> > was shifting at 5200 and running in the high 14's with the stock
>> > manifolds.
>> > At that point, switching to headers made only a minor difference. Not
>> > really worth the money with that combination. They probably help more
>> > now
>> > that I'm shifting at 6000....and running high 12's, although I've never
>> > uncapped them so all I know is how it runs through a full single
>> exhaust.
>> > :-)
>> >
>> > Ray
>> > http://www.dragtruk.com/ENTRIES/20KM1FD2KWBP.html
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
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