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Engine Cam Degree Retard Or Advance

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  • Start date Start date Apr 25, 2015

stang89bidges

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So I just degreed my stock cam. Turns out it is ground 4 degrees retarded. I'm running a supercharger with max 7psi boost.

What would you advise my to do? My new timing chain will allow 2 degree advance or retard.
 

A5literMan

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Run it as is. Should raise the powerband slightly. Why are you staying with the stock cam? Can find a used TFS 1 or equivalent very cheaply. Not a big deal. The blower will make all the power you need. Just curious.
 

stang89bidges

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New cam means new springs and rockers yes? Then new studs? New pushrods?

I'm running stock for now keeping cost down. Plan on new cam later.

PS I'm running street only, no track.
 
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