Dalthius

I was looking at VT Cams, but I have no idea what would be best for my setup. I'm assuming Stage 1, but....um...?

Also, I figured new Cam means I should get new heads. Any recommendations? The only mods I have are listed in my sig. Help/advice would be appreciated. Code3, you need to get better and help me out on this one....

04BlueGT

Check out VTengines.com for heads, too. Patriot also makes heads. In either case, I think both companies use factory heads and P&P them to death.

Based on what Code has said in the past, you should stick to stage 1 if its mildly modded and is a daily driver. If you go with stage 2, you'll need new valve springs and at lead 3.73 gears (or 3.55, I can't remember).

Comp cams also make products for the 4.6. The XE262AH is a stage 1 with the XE270AH and XE278AH as 2 & 3.

Hope this helps with your decision

Dalthius

I'm keeping my car N/A, though I may go with a light nitrous shot down the line. Stage 1 should be fine. I'll just have to spend some more time at VT and see what they offer...

Dalthius

Ok, I know I want to get my cams from VT, most likely Stage 1. I was also looking at getting new heads. I'll keep my accufab plenum for now, but the P-51 intake might not be a bad idea down the line...

My question is, is it more worthwhile to get the heads and cams at the same time, or will it really make a difference if I get the cams first and the heads, say, 6 or 7 months from now?

And everything I read hints that there is not enough difference between the Stage 1 and Stage 2 beyond where in the rpm range the power kicks in. I want to keep my car as a more-or-less daily driver, but I also want to be able to hit the track and leave an impression. Is the Stage 1 still the better choice? That's where I am leaning.

Also, mixed in with all this, I'm looking at getting a set of Baer brakes, front and rear...that'll run just shy of $1000 for the brakes alone. I'll do the install myself which will save a bit of cash.

tripsevn7

personally i would do heads and cams at the same time, just me but why put the heads on then have to get back in there to do the cams?

racer02GTstang

it'd be easier to do it all at once and cheaper too because you will most likely need it tuned each time.

Matts00GT

Save yourself the money and buy a blower. If you want to do heads, cams, p-51 intake, just buy a used blower. More hp and less money.

Dark_Horse

Save your self more monney and get a 100 shot of NX.

Dalthius

I'd like to avoid forced induction. I'm really impressed with Code's ride...not that I'll ever get anywhere near it, I'd like to imitate it.