5.3 heads
#1
Im looking for a head cam package for my 5.3 I have a 3k stall my ultimate goal is 400RWHP
on a daily driver.
1. Is it possible to get reworked stock heads to flow 300 cfm @ .6
2. Should I have a custom grind done for the cam
3. How can I increase compression with stock heads
4. who does a good job on the port and polish
Im going to run motor only
I appreciate any knowledge or recommendations
on a daily driver.1. Is it possible to get reworked stock heads to flow 300 cfm @ .6
2. Should I have a custom grind done for the cam
3. How can I increase compression with stock heads
4. who does a good job on the port and polish
Im going to run motor only
I appreciate any knowledge or recommendations
#2
It should not be hard to get the 300 cfm at .600 lift as most of the aftermarket head folks start with the 5.3/4.8 truck heads and machine from there.
You would need to get the heads shaved to increase the compression and adjust your pushrod size accordingly. There are a few companies offering the 7.3" or smaller pushers now ( stock is 7.4" I believe ).
Check out the article in Car Craft magazine November 2004 for an awesome 5.3 buildup with LPE heads, cam, and Comp valvetrain stuff. It is a perfect template for what you are looking to do.
I have a copy if you don't wanna wait for a back issue. Good luck, let us know what and how things do!
You would need to get the heads shaved to increase the compression and adjust your pushrod size accordingly. There are a few companies offering the 7.3" or smaller pushers now ( stock is 7.4" I believe ).
Check out the article in Car Craft magazine November 2004 for an awesome 5.3 buildup with LPE heads, cam, and Comp valvetrain stuff. It is a perfect template for what you are looking to do.
I have a copy if you don't wanna wait for a back issue. Good luck, let us know what and how things do!
#3
-I wouldn't bet you could flow 300 cfm @ .600 lift w/ a stub pipe and intake manifold in place. Or if you could, it would be at the sacrifice of velocity with some huge ports.
-Definetly have a custom ground camshaft fit for your setup.
-You can mill the head deck for higher compression. Every point I hear, is 3-4 percent in power.
-Definetly have a custom ground camshaft fit for your setup.
-You can mill the head deck for higher compression. Every point I hear, is 3-4 percent in power.
#4
I would like to see it done. Call Allan Futral and ask him. I think he has the most experience with going into the truck motors. Most everyone else tailors everything for the 5.7 and bigger engines.
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