i was thinking about buying cams, but was told that they would be worthless unless i was going to change the rest of the internals, heads, manifold, etc. by the way has anyone seen the new c&l intake manifold?

 

i'd say wait for cams until you have pretty much figured out what you're going to do with the rest of the performance mods. there are specific cams for supercharged applications that will get you more power and some used for stock motors with bolt ons. i've thought about cams but i'm waiting until i can finish up the motor with a supercharger first then going with the right set of cams to go along with it.

 

+1.....

 

It is best to figure out exactly what you want to do, but here is what Dave @ Brenspeed told me recently when I asked about the Comp Cams ***** Thumprs and superchargers:

 

i wouldnt say they're worthless. if you compare it to a full exhaust setup, the price is pretty comparable, maybe even cheaper than the exhaust, for the parts at least. but best to do like SirKnightTG said, and figure out your complete plan first, having a plan is always good. sticking to that plan is much more difficult.

 

I'd like to also point out that while you can make power with cams and a stock engine, you may not make much unless you also have at least CAI + headers.

 

i'm just looking for more hp on a NA engine, oh and the sound is a plus too

 

I want cams mainly for the sound. Just wish I had the cash to blow on them.

 

Then FRPP Hot Rods or Comp Cams ***** Thumprs are for you. They were designed mainly for sound but do end up making around 30 HP to boot! But that is with a CAI and headers.

 

Cams are definitely worth it. Like state by most above, you should have a plan. The Cams, headers and x-pipe with hi-flow cats was my last mod.