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Old 03-15-2006, 03:33 PM
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Hi fellas, im getting things togather to build a 308 for my mustang, and have a couple questions. I plan on installing a B303 cam with edelbrock rpm intake and heads 2.02/1.60 valves and 1.7 roller rockers. Can anyone tell me what kind of lift im going to get from this setup? I plan on using KB Silvolite fly cut pistons in this engine and wonder if i'll have any clearance problems. Also can anyone estimate what kind of torque/HP im going to get from this setup? Thanx, and any suggestions are appriciated.

BTW, this isnt a race car, but a weekend driver that needs some rumble.

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Old 03-15-2006, 03:41 PM
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Your lift is .510 w/ the 1.7's. You should have enough clearance. I would double check the specs on those valve springs just to make sure they are good to that lift. I'm sure they are, but better safe than sorry.
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Old 03-15-2006, 04:08 PM
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Thanx funk.. Do you think this is a descent sunday driver setup?
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Old 03-15-2006, 04:15 PM
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Yeah, I think so. I'm building a similar setup...306, E cam, 1.72's w/ explorer intake. Should be fun!
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Old 03-15-2006, 11:42 PM
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I checked up on the springs and they max at .575. Will these be fine, or should i upgrade them?
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Old 03-15-2006, 11:45 PM
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that is the same setup I am running, those springs should be fine.
I am hoping for low 12's this year, mid 11's with a 100 shot.
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Old 03-15-2006, 11:47 PM
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Cool.. What kinda HP and torque are you getting with that setup?
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