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Old 02-23-2006, 07:29 PM
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I am new to the EFI tuning. I am planning to build a 331 with AFR 185s, not sure about cam,intake, or injector size. I want to keep it emmisions legal if possible. Any tips on tuning or advice on cam, intake, ect. would help alot
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Old 02-23-2006, 08:28 PM
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I need more details like is it a DD or weekend car. How much hp do you want? What rpm range do you want?
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Old 02-23-2006, 08:55 PM
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Weekend or less i drive it very little. I blew both head gaskets and decided to go big with the motor. I want 400+hp if passible trying to stay under $5000. I dont have to keep it legal if i cant get the hp. i want.
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Old 02-23-2006, 08:58 PM
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I was thinking between 5800-6200 rpms with a higher rear end gear running 4:10 now
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