I am getting ready to order my cam package today and I have been set on a custom grind 220/224 .581/.581 112 but I was wondering if a TSP 224/224 .581/.581 112 cam would be to big for my setup. 2004 5.3 with 6" lift 35" tires, 4.56 gears, lt headers, CAI, yank sst 3200. I'm looking for power down low and midrange. Any info would much appreciated.

 

I would go with that 220/224 if it was a decision between those two cams for the 5.3. My honest opinion and I'm sure some people will not agree with me but I have always felt that the 224/224 is "over camming" the 5.3 just a bit. I mean you've got some nice low gears with the 4.56s but with your 35" tires it makes those gears feel probably closer to what would come in the truck which is usually 3.73s.

In short that 220/224 in that 5.3 would be better for your goals of low to midrange power.

 

I actually agree with (KLUG), IMO with the 224/224 your power band would not start untill like 4200-4300 I could be wrong ....

 

I agree also between the 2 cams listed above. Go with the 220/224 if you are dead set between those 2.

I am surprised someone hasn't already mentioned the 212/218 cam, you would have plenty of low end power.

Also if you wanted something more for what I think you are wanting, get EPS to spec out a custom cam like a 218/222.

 

Everyone tends to forget the bigger brother of the 212/218 low lift, the 216/220. Granted, there isn't much difference.

 

220-224...

 

212-218

 

If u do any free way driving what RPM u at with converter locked u want a cam that's not to big so ur converter stays locked just a thought correct me if I'm wrong guys

 

I do drive the interstate a few times a week and at 70 I'm right at 2500rpm

 

The 218/222 is a beast in a 5.3. Mine rocks even without a high stall.