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Mattt Jun 15, 2021 09:10 PM

WTB: 6.0 LQ9 Camshaft SUM-8718, SM-8719, or something similar, not big radical cam
 
Figured I'd rustle the bushes here to see if anyone has a good 6.0 LQ9 camshaft for sale before placing an order for a new one. I'm looking for something like the Summit brand 8718 or 8719. Any small, conservative camshaft that is a step up from the factory LQ9 camshaft is what I am after. Located in Socal, but will consider having it shipped also. Let me know what you got. Thanks.

low2001gmc Jun 28, 2021 11:16 PM

An SDPC 220 222, 570 570, 112 on Ebay for under 200 shipped. Not much of a description so I would ask for more pics...

68Formula Jun 29, 2021 07:37 AM


Originally Posted by low2001gmc (Post 5499199)
An SDPC 220 222, 570 570, 112 on Ebay for under 200 shipped. Not much of a description so I would ask for more pics...

Sounds like their SDPC LS6 Power Max Plus (has 2 degrees built in). In a smaller 5.3L, it gives up some torque below 2500rpm. But in the larger 6.0L it should be equal to or better than the stock cam from convertor-flash on up. But if even more low end grunt is wanted, their "LS6 Power Max" (not the Plus) is 204/222. That one should fall somewhere between the two Summit cams mentioned.

Both are are available new for <$240 directly from SDPC.

Mattt Jun 30, 2021 03:28 PM

Thank you both for the info. Looking at something a little less aggressive since it's a daily driver and tow rig. The SDPC seems like a substantial jump from the factory camshaft specs.

shakenfake Jun 30, 2021 04:59 PM

I'd try the Texas Speed 212/218 low lift. It is a tried and true camshaft and I am running it in my 6.0

I was going to try that Summit one though but decided to just go with the normal easy one


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