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ABMLS3 · 05-16-2014, 03:34 PM

Im getting the LS3 CNC-Ported heads and sawthat they sell the heads in a kit with the ls7 cam. which would you do?
#1 CNC ported heads and re use stock cam
#2 CNC ported heads with the ls7 kit

stratman2SSRS · 05-19-2014, 08:07 AM

Silly question. Kit.

halo8hkk · 05-19-2014, 08:10 AM

option 3 cnc ported heads and a blower cam.

jessrayo · 05-19-2014, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by halo8hkk

option 3 cnc ported heads and a blower cam.

Or a turbo cam.... the LS7 is better than your stock unit but you can make more power with an aftermarket cam.

LS3 SS · 05-19-2014, 12:01 PM

cnc ported heads and a custom turbo cam.

old motorhead · 05-19-2014, 04:59 PM

I'd opt for #4....use your stock heads along with a custom specced turbo cam to fit your set up. Unless you're shooting for four digit power numbers, LS3/L99 heads are pretty damn strong as delivered by the General. Yes, you can pick up a few ponies on a mild build by porting the heads, but you can also pick up about the same HP increase with a measly one more lb of boost.

To answer your question though, the LS7 cam is actually a pretty good mild boost cam. It has the exact same specs as the vaunted LS9 cam, but with a 2.5 degree narrower LSA. Given the choice between the two, I'd use the LS7 cam before the LS9 cam on just about any build. Option two gets my vote if I have to choose between those two.

ABMLS3 · 05-19-2014, 06:53 PM

And the reason I'm getting the cnc heads is because my stock head are not reusable so I might as well get the better ones

old motorhead · 05-19-2014, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ABMLS3

And the reason I'm getting the cnc heads is because my stock head are not reusable so I might as well get the better ones

How much are the ported heads vs stockers? One good thing about the LS7 cam is that you can use stock LS3 valve springs or at least fairly cheap single springs. I'm guessing your ported heads will come with upgraded aftermarket springs though.

ABMLS3 · 05-20-2014, 06:37 AM

Idk the price for stock heads but for the cnc-ported heads and cam it's 1650

EDFHOBBIES · 05-20-2014, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by ABMLS3

Im getting the LS3 CNC-Ported heads and sawthat they sell the heads in a kit with the ls7 cam. which would you do?
#1 CNC ported heads and re use stock cam
#2 CNC ported heads with the ls7 kit

The LS7 heads and the spacers/sdapters to run a Maggie or eforce...

ABMLS3 · 05-20-2014, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by EDFHOBBIES

The LS7 heads and the spacers/sdapters to run a Maggie or eforce...

I have twin turbos..

Unreal · 05-20-2014, 02:23 PM

I would keep it basic, save money on stuff like that. Turbos will easily make 800+ without dumping a ton into the heads/cam/etc. Spend the money on clutch, drivetrain, tires, suspension, fuel system and a good bottom end.

If your budget isn't limited then buy some nice aftermarket heads and a custom spec'd cam.

2010SSRSM6 · 05-22-2014, 05:47 AM

Westcoast cylinder heads will completely port/polish and rebuild your factory heads for the cost of the others.

Have your tuner spec a cam for you and then let WCCH know what you want and send them your heads. Turn around is pretty quick too.

New valves, springs, etc and you are set for a long time.

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05-19-2014, 08:10 AM	#3
halo8hkk Drives: 2000 Z28. 2010 1SS IMB. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,081	option 3 cnc ported heads and a blower cam. __________________ 1990 RS = First Car -SOLD 2000 Z28 = SOLD 2010 1SS/RS = Mysstique Whipple Supercharger Dyno= 618hp 555tq at the wheels IMB Silver Stripes VIN#44025 Born: 9/9/09 Delivered: 9/28/09

05-19-2014, 12:01 PM	#5
LS3 SS Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Camaro SS (LS3) Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Clarksville TN Posts: 2,275	cnc ported heads and a custom turbo cam. __________________ GPI SS3 Cam / PRC 255 heads / Forged 376ci bottom / Fore level 2 fuel system / D1SC ProCharger on 12lbs / Alky control dual nozzle / 770 whp / 649 wtq tuned by Ryan Stevens at GPI

05-19-2014, 06:53 PM	#7
ABMLS3 Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 657	And the reason I'm getting the cnc heads is because my stock head are not reusable so I might as well get the better ones __________________ Power Source Performance Turbo Kit 416 C.I ,TH400 Instagram: TomTraube COTW ABMLS3 Build Thread

05-20-2014, 06:37 AM	#9
ABMLS3 Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 657	Idk the price for stock heads but for the cnc-ported heads and cam it's 1650 __________________ Power Source Performance Turbo Kit 416 C.I ,TH400 Instagram: TomTraube COTW ABMLS3 Build Thread

05-16-2014, 03:34 PM	#1
ABMLS3 Drives: 2010 Aqua Blue Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 657	what would you do Im getting the LS3 CNC-Ported heads and sawthat they sell the heads in a kit with the ls7 cam. which would you do? #1 CNC ported heads and re use stock cam #2 CNC ported heads with the ls7 kit __________________ Power Source Performance Turbo Kit 416 C.I ,TH400 Instagram: TomTraube COTW ABMLS3 Build Thread

05-19-2014, 08:07 AM	#2
stratman2SSRS Drives: Lingenfelter Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Ontario Posts: 2,160 View My Garage	Silly question. Kit. __________________

05-19-2014, 04:59 PM	#6
old motorhead Drives: Maggie blown LS3 vette Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SE TX Posts: 1,490	I'd opt for #4....use your stock heads along with a custom specced turbo cam to fit your set up. Unless you're shooting for four digit power numbers, LS3/L99 heads are pretty damn strong as delivered by the General. Yes, you can pick up a few ponies on a mild build by porting the heads, but you can also pick up about the same HP increase with a measly one more lb of boost. To answer your question though, the LS7 cam is actually a pretty good mild boost cam. It has the exact same specs as the vaunted LS9 cam, but with a 2.5 degree narrower LSA. Given the choice between the two, I'd use the LS7 cam before the LS9 cam on just about any build. Option two gets my vote if I have to choose between those two.

05-20-2014, 02:23 PM	#12
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	I would keep it basic, save money on stuff like that. Turbos will easily make 800+ without dumping a ton into the heads/cam/etc. Spend the money on clutch, drivetrain, tires, suspension, fuel system and a good bottom end. If your budget isn't limited then buy some nice aftermarket heads and a custom spec'd cam. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

05-22-2014, 05:47 AM	#13
2010SSRSM6 Drives: My wife crazy with my C5 usage. Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 6,558 View My Garage	Westcoast cylinder heads will completely port/polish and rebuild your factory heads for the cost of the others. Have your tuner spec a cam for you and then let WCCH know what you want and send them your heads. Turn around is pretty quick too. New valves, springs, etc and you are set for a long time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ UNDER CONSTRUCTION......again......