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Old January 13th 2007, 16:07
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Cam ramp design

Guys, I have been trying to obtain more information on the differences between the Engle´s W and FK series (aside from the fact that the FK are meant to be used with high ratio rockers).

I tore my alky 1835 and treated it to an 82 crank and 94 pistons. The engine is great and all, made 217 hp but I hear some gossip about the fact that I use a W140 and that such cam is so, so mild in terms ramp design. That the FKs (89 or 97) are the ticket. Crisper acceleration and the willingness to rev past 7000 rpms.

I assume the engine is not bad (after all it makes 217hp) but at least some 30hp is due to the fact that it runs a very high compression ratio.

Does anyone have any information regarding the subject.
Additionally, there is a huge difference in spring pressure from the Engle duals and the Chevy style ones (from 230lbs to about 500), does anybody know of anything in between?

What do you guys use in terms of cam and springs? How many rpms are your engines seeing.

Thanks, regards
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