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View Poll Results: DOHC/OHC vs. OHV
DOHC/OHC 14 26.92%
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Old 06-14-2008, 09:42 AM   #1
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DOHC/OHC vs. OHV

which one would you like 4 the camaro v8(or maybe it's future gen V)? 4 me, the DOHC/OHC.
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Old 06-14-2008, 10:21 AM   #2
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Old 06-14-2008, 12:00 PM   #3
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I don't care which config it has. I really don't. GM's proven time and again that you don't need OHC/DOHC to have a world-class engine...

So as long as it does it's job well, I couldn't give a rat's behind what configuration they use.
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I don't care which config it has. I really don't. GM's proven time and again that you don't need OHC/DOHC to have a world-class engine...

So as long as it does it's job well, I couldn't give a rat's behind what configuration they use.
Ditto, performance is far more important to me than configuration!!
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Old 06-15-2008, 04:28 PM   #5
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After working with current Mustangs, I dont want a Camaro to get a OHC/DOHC. Ive had enough of it. Its more expensive and time consuming to do mods. Not to mention aftermarket is slower. Thats the main attraction I have with LS engines, besides the superior power numbers.

Most old school wrench jockeys can do a cam swap on a LS anywhere, but with SOHC or DOHC most of them guys dont even want to help even with a case of beer. With Mustangs the only option you have is third party port work or hope Ford comes out with a better design soon. With LS engines or most OHV engines; you have a hand full of aftermarket companies producing head.

OHC is great if the car is going to stay stock or get nothing more than bolt-ons and supercharger. But I miss having a car that can be brand new and still be tinkered on and even your friend have fun helping. Maybe I am biased and have been scarred by Mustangs.
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Old 06-15-2008, 08:54 PM   #6
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doesn't OHV engines usually have more torque than DOHC/OHC engines? OHV engines are also cheaper to make, so OHV.
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Old 06-15-2008, 09:19 PM   #7
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give me a pushrod motor anyday much easier and cheaper to work on.
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doesn't OHV engines usually have more torque than DOHC/OHC engines? OHV engines are also cheaper to make, so OHV.
yes, but thats because its easier to make more rpms with (d)ohc than ohv. so they tend to use that.

still, i'd rather have ohv, they are smaller, simplier and lighter
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I'll say OHC cause theyre genrally lighter and can produce higher engine speeds than that of OHV 's can. Not to mention better engine performance and even better design flexiblity.
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I'll say OHC cause theyre genrally lighter and can produce higher engine speeds than that of OHV 's can.
They are, and can? I've always been under the impression that it's the other way around.

OHV's are lighter due to only having one Cam, etc.
And OHC's can rev higher due to the reduction in valve-float, etc.

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Doesn't matter to me, personally. Then again, I'll be getting the V6 (not the V8) and the only modding I'll be doing will be a custom exhaust system.
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They are, and can? I've always been under the impression that it's the other way around.

OHV's are lighter due to only having one Cam, etc.
And OHC's can rev higher due to the reduction in valve-float, etc.

You are correct. OHV are lighter due to less material overall. Just to get an idea I wish everyone would get the chance to see an LS# vehicle next to a Cobra with both hoods popped. That 4.6L DOHC will make an LS1 look tiny even though the LS1 would have over an liter of displacement over the cobra. OHV are simple and Gm uses it to there advantage. I hate hearing the arguement about the OHV being outdated. Its BS. The OHC design dates back about just as far. If GM can produce an engine with larger displacement, manage high 20s in gas mileage, and make mind bending power and potential; then I say dont **** with it.
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dont know last time i check OHC have better engine speeds.
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Old 06-16-2008, 01:40 AM   #14
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dont know last time i check OHC have better engine speeds.
Each one has there pros and cons. Packaging is going to be an issue with a DOHC with larger displacement. So a small displacement with DOHC will prolly be chosen to do the same as an larger displacement with OHV. I think the engine bay is about the same size as the last gen camaro, so try to imagine a 6.2 with DOHC,.....it would be ****ing huge.

Plus, the ability for high engine speeds is great if if you need to spin the hell out of it to get the needed power. Thats not needed when you got an engine that makes its power in low and mid range and the displacement to spare do it in.

Perfect example of high revving to get bigger numbers from DOHC:

Lexus IS-F: 415hp @ 6600; 371tq @ 5200 (5.0L DOHC with DI)
BMW M3: 414hp @ 8300; 295tq @ 3900 (4.0L DOHC with DI)
Ferrari F430: 483 hp @ 8500; 343tq @ 5250 (4.3 DOHC)

These are all wonderful engines, but I like an affordable car too. If high revving is what you want, its going to take more than just heads. Its going to take an bottom end that handle the speeds to take advantage of that feature.

As for me I like low and mid range power from GM's current OHV offerings and at a price I cant argue with. Even if GM manage to squeeze a 6.2 DOHC into the engine bay and make 500+ hp; I dont think anyone in this decade or the next half decade will drive away with a under 40k Camaro.

Saleen managed to pull off 390hp with 5.0L SOHC. Ford made the Cobra R with 385 hp from a 5.4L DOHC. Hell I contemplated the idea of building a 5.4 based Ford Modular for my Mustang, but after some research it wouldnt be worth the money even with the best parts chosen for the build. I hate to say it, but I wouldnt bet on GM to build a larger displacement engine (6.0L +) with DOHC with power optimized in regular production cars anyway. Not because they cant, but because they have more cost effective ways to make the power (they are looking at forced induction, LSA, LS9). Not to mention the fact gas mileage is good on current OHV engines. So why change?

If it isnt broke, dont fix it.

If we are talking V6 and I4s then by all means use DOHC. Because I dont think we will ever see a 4.5L bastard OHV V6 in a Camaro, nor do I want to. Lol.
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