Cams, Cams, Cams...

[ChaudMasterFlex]

So after perusing the forums for the last few days I still can't decide which cams to go with. I have a 2003 GT 5spd with 83k miles. It's N/A, and I plan on keeping it that way. The only mods are; an Airraid intake, underdrive pulleys, Accufab 70mm throttle body and plenum, and an SLP exhaust. I've been seeing people mention Cushman and Modular Motorsports? I don't take the car to the track and put around 5k miles on it a year. I really like that "lopey" cam sound, and I would like to get as much power out of them as I can without sacrificing reliability and piston clearance. Also, will I need to purchase adjustable cam gears? So any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thanks.

 

[usaf_branham]

Look at modular head shop


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[Gearbanger 101]

You did say any suggestions, right?

I know you probably don't want to hear this, but trying to make N/A power on a 2V modular with any sort of budget in mind is chasing your tail. You should seriously consider some sort of power adder.....or get really to spend some real time and money on that thing. The 4.6L modular just isn't a big power producer, nor does it respond well to simple bolt ons. The bore is too small, the piston and head design are horribly inefficient and it just doesn't have the cubes.

A cam swap is a total waste of time and money without a better top end IMO. For what you'll pay in N/A upgrades to make that thing a respectable performer, you could be 2/3 of the way to an aftermarket blower. Then you'd make some real power....and retain your mileage and drivabiltiy to boot!

 

[EI_03 GT]

I had comps 270 in my old mustang and noticed a nice pick up and good "lopey" sound. I plan on buying them again if i rebuild my engine.

 

[Deleted member 38176]

Cushman Motorsports and you dont need adjustable gears. Also, look into rear end gears