so i received my new head, and before i put it on, iv heard that cam re-grinds are a good way to go for more power(if your on a budget) and iv also heard that they wear down much faster than just using the factory cams, if i do regrinds i will be using delta. basically im asking for people that have actually had this done, and if they wear out fast/faster? Also adjusting the valve train out that far, wouldnt it wear the valve train faster also(springs/whatever else)?
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It depends on how much cam your going for, and what springs their matched too. On stock springs, you will need to do valve-lash adjustments more often due to the added lift.
As for cam wear, it really should be minimal or non-existant as long as there is proper lubrication for it.
If your planning on going for a level 2 regrind, or 272, upgraded springs are recommended, as you will be reving higher, and you want to make sure the valves close before a piston socks them in the face. -
i just want a stage 1, idk what grind that is.. and idk what springs are on the head i got it re-build from a shop in FL, but i cant turn the cam by hand, and im a decent size 20 year oldOriginally posted by cloudasc View PostComment
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yea with stock spring rates then you won't have any issues with a regrind but your rpms will be limited.
272 makes power but the powerband starts quite high which doesn't make it quite so streetable.Comment
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wouldnt you rather have the power band up high, so that your not always using all the gas to make that power? and ill probably have my rev cut around 7-7.5k, its set right now at 7.2k before being tuned.Originally posted by wed3k View PostComment
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F22A? You don't need to go that high unless you've had work done to that new head, and stiffer valve springs installed. Higher compression pistons would also help.
If you don't upgrade your valvesprings, stick to a 260 regrind. It's about what most "level 1" cams are.
A wild cam will usually result in a very weak low end... you'll be using more gas just to get the car moving. You don't need a cam that will start making power shortly before you reach the RPM where the rest of the engine might break.
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No the 272 takes away low end which means in stop and go traffic you will have to try harder to get it to respond.
The power band on a 272 with 4-5 degrees advanced is around 2500+ rpm's below that you lose power and with such a cam you will definitely need a tune.
Better daily driver cam's can be had, but cost money if i were you i would contact delta and see if they can grind you a profile inbetween the 260 and 272 it's worth a try and will be relatively cheap compared to others.
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If someone could procure the specs for the F22B5 cam then possibly Delta could grind that. If so, then there's a .bin file out there somewhere from an ECU that matches it. Little more work but if someone does it you could add a very viable option for those looking to upgrade cams.My Members' Ride Thread - It's a marathon build, not a sprint. But keep me honest on the update frequency!Comment
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o boy... i keep forgetting to say i have a h22, but yes i have a h22 and thats why the red line is so high.Comment
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wtf? there's plenty of good alternatives for a h22. i think you can even get a set of blox cams for it.Comment
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Yeah, if this is for an H22A then I don't know why you're resorting to regring options. There are even OEM options for you to consider.My Members' Ride Thread - It's a marathon build, not a sprint. But keep me honest on the update frequency!Comment
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I agree with these guys 100% their is much more aftermarket support for the h22 at decent prices... hell even a set of type-s cams would probably be a good alternative.
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02 silverado Ex cab Z71, 2011 TRD 17" wheels, 245/80/17, ls1 cam, AFE intake, 3" catback, tuned by Larry at LSXperformance&pcm tuning driven daily.
92 Acura Legend colbalt blue LS Coupe, custom intake, custom vibrant 2.5 cat back, led cluster and high beams, 2016 Coyote GT 18x8 wheels 235/40/18.
Coming Soon Tein TSX coilovers.
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I'm closing this thread now. It's basically worthless, as we've spent 3 days discussing the wrong engine.
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