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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 06:55 PM
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Default 4.8 vs 5.3 cam

Which one is better? I am building a good engine out of a 4.8 with good block and a 5.3 with toasted block using 4.8 pistons to boost compression, but am unsure of which cam to use, the goal here is more torque than horsepower, thanks.
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 08:16 PM
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uh, its the same cam
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 08:25 PM
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Lookin for torque in a 5.3? Save some bucks and look for a used cam in the classifieds here...a baby cam like mine is great in a daily driver with no need to upgrade the torque converter, or get a proven 212/218 style grind and throw a mild 2600-3000 verter or stick with the stocker if the budget is tight. You could probably pick up a used Yank TT3000 in the classifieds for a good price
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Old Jul 18, 2009 | 01:44 AM
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I don't really want a hi stall converter as this is going in a rockcrawler but I will definitely go take a look at the classifieds, thanks!
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