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Topic: 289 cam selection ?
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nash
Journeyman Posts: 77
From: Nashville, TN, USA
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 02-18-2002 01:46 PM
   
I am looking for some advice on cam selection for my 1965 fastback with previously rebuilt 289 bored 30 over. I have 10:1 C.R. pistons with valve relief��s presently with a melling cam (close to stock. I have purchased as set of 6022 edelbrock rpm heads with the 1.90 valves that I would like to use on this engine along with 1.6 ratio roller rockers. What cam would you suggest that would not require fly-cutting the pistons that would match up good with this combination. The engine is in the car and was rebuilt less than 20, 000 miles ago. The car also has edelbrock rpm manifold, Holley 600 carb, with long tube headers, 4spd toploader tranny and 3:89 9�� rear end. The car is a weekend warrior but not a race car. I am looking for increased streetable performance. I need something that will not require the machine work. Thanks for your help.
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Robert K
Gearhead Posts: 514
From: Nashville, TN
Registered: Apr 2000
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posted 02-18-2002 05:35 PM
Nash, I couldn't help but notice the Nashville address. What part of town are you in ? I'm in Goodlettsville. I also run a 65 fastback.------------------
67convertible 289/auto
65fastback 302/4sp [This message has been edited by Robert K (edited 02-18-2002).]
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nash
Journeyman Posts: 77
From: Nashville, TN, USA
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 02-18-2002 06:26 PM
I live near Goodletsville, close to Union hill off of Lickton pike. That is a great looking 65. Mine is not up to that level yet. I will email you.
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 18183
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-18-2002 06:46 PM
I'm using the 270H Comp Cam..like it..great lope to it 
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kcode
Gearhead Posts: 2623
From: alvaton,ky,usa Suburb of Bowling Green, M&M #79, MCA #29208
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 02-18-2002 10:17 PM
Nash,
Actually, the Edelbrock RPM cam works with the heads and intake combo you have. I think its 224-236 duration @.050 and .496-.510 lift. I ran it for quite a while in my coupe. Good street cam. Doesn't have the loop sound if that what you are wanting.Mike
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nash
Journeyman Posts: 77
From: Nashville, TN, USA
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 02-19-2002 12:11 AM
Any piston to valve clearance problems with that setup? Did you have to flycut the pistons, mine have valve reliefs but I am not sure they are wide enough in diameter.
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 19751
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-19-2002 01:53 AM
COMP 270S. "nuff said! ------------------
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kcode
Gearhead Posts: 2623
From: alvaton,ky,usa Suburb of Bowling Green, M&M #79, MCA #29208
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 02-19-2002 01:19 PM
Nash,
Either the Comp or the Edelbrock Cam will work with your heads for piston to valve clearance. The Edelbrock has bigger numbers than the Comp cam, but for overall seat of the pants feeling, the Comp 270 H or S would give the best thrill for the $$$. Sam hasn't driven his car in so long he has to rely on memory. Your 3.89 gears will react alot better than Sams lame 2.80 Mike
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 19751
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-19-2002 02:07 PM
SAM'S LAME GEARS?????  Hell I almost forgot about them!  Time to stir up some more sh*t!  ------------------
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 18183
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-19-2002 07:05 PM
Carefull what you stir-up you may not recover this time And I did to drive it..I moved it to the other side of the yard BTW..anyone seen my keys..I seemed to misplaced them last month too sam
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Moneymaker
Administrator Posts: 19751
From: Lyons, IL, USA
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-19-2002 07:21 PM
Look in your ignition switch "lame gear man Sam"! ------------------
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kcode
Gearhead Posts: 2623
From: alvaton,ky,usa Suburb of Bowling Green, M&M #79, MCA #29208
Registered: Jun 99
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posted 02-19-2002 09:47 PM
Sam- do you have to pull your distributor and prelube your motor before you start it since it sits so long. Has rust started forming on the lobes of that 270H cam By moving the car from one side of the yard to the other side, does that keep the "Property Police" away??? Mike [This message has been edited by kcode (edited 02-19-2002).]
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 18183
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-19-2002 10:48 PM
Mike she started each week and drove to the beach and back by the son and he makes sure she warms up to operating temp..checks the oil/fluids and Gas..I'll get her back cruising this Spring..
I feel the need for Speed But I put the keys somewhere and can't find them....
sam
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SteveLaRiviere
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From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-20-2002 07:41 AM
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 33988
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-20-2002 07:47 AM
quote:
Originally posted by mustangs68:
I feel the need for Speed
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'70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open
'72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok
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mustangs68
Moderator Posts: 18183
From: Hampton,Virginia,USA MCA#39406 M&M #12
Registered: May 99
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posted 02-20-2002 06:52 PM
Steve,
everytime I uncover it and park it out front I draw a crowd..just can't handle all the questions and lovely girls who hang around
sam
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