Yes, a camshaft adds 10 to 20 horsepower depending on the setup. To get the full potential of the high-performance camshaft, you’ll have to swap out additional components like the air intake, exhaust manifold, injectors, and valve heads.
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How much horsepower can I get from Cams?
Yes, a camshaft adds 10 to 20 horsepower depending on the setup. To get the full potential of the high-performance camshaft, you’ll have to swap out additional components like the air intake, exhaust manifold, injectors, and valve heads.
What does Stage 3 cam do?
The Stage 3 cam is designed to work with some larger valves, port work, and upgraded carburetor or EFI system. This cam starts moving the power band a little higher in the RPM range (2500-6000). This is the biggest cam we recommend for a street application. It is used commonly in the race and hot street applications.
Can you cam a 22RE?
With a smooth idle and broad powerband, this cam will allow your 22R/RE to run better and still retain its drivability….20R/22R – EFI Pro Camshaft.
| Intake | Exhaust | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration @.050″ | 216° | 219° |
| Lobe Center | 102° | 119.5° |
| Lobe Separation | 110° |
How much does it cost to cammed a truck?
between $600 and $1,000
Assuming you provide your own new camshaft, most shops will charge between $600 and $1,000 to cam your truck. If you plan on doing the job yourself, make sure you set aside an entire weekend. Though it’s not terribly difficult, it can be very time-consuming.
Can you supercharge a 22RE?
You can run a turbo or supercharger on a stock motor with a factory EFI unit, but you must limit the boost to 4-6 lbs. The factory computer (22RE/2RZ/3RZ) just does not have the capacity to retard the timing and add enough fuel to properly manage a high boost supercharger or turbocharger.
Can you turbo a 22re?
The stock compression ratio on an 85-95 22R/RE engine is 9.4:1 and is really too high to truly take advantage of a high boost blower or turbo kit. You can run a turbo or supercharger on a stock motor with a factory EFI unit, but you must limit the boost to 4-6 lbs.
How much HP does camming add?
A quality camshaft can increase your car’s horsepower by 10 to 20 times, depending on the camshaft you opt for. What is this? The camshaft is a rotating shaft that activates the engine’s cylinder’s intake and exhaust valves.
What makes a cam sound choppy?
Registered. LSA (lobe separation angle) determines the choppiness, it has to do with the overlap of when both valves are open, as in when the exhaust valve is closing and the intake valve is opening to pull fresh fuel in on the intake stroke after pushing out the burnt fuel. Most GM cams come on a 112, 114 or 116 LSA.