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djpelosi · 06-26-2015, 01:40 PM

I think we all can agree that, as far as off-the-shelf cams go, there are 3 players on the field that have had the highest HP ratings so far:

1.) LG - G6x3
2.) Lethal - Night fury
3.) TSP - 235/239

However, these cams are rather old. Not sure how old the Lethal/TSP cams are... I know a few years... but the G6x3 is at least 5 years old. Are there any newer cams out there that have been proven to make great power for the LS3? (490+ rwhp). I will be camming mine soon and was going to go with the G6x3, but I'm reluctant to install a 5+ year old design in my car.

HEAVYCHEVY10 · 06-26-2015, 01:47 PM

why change something that works?

Danny505 · 06-26-2015, 01:49 PM

i reviewed alot of cams and i am also going with G6X3 cam with 150 shot. i yet have to find a better cam and i think you posted in the wrong area.

djpelosi · 06-26-2015, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by HEAVYCHEVY10

why change something that works?

Because something that's newer and works better could have come out? Computers from 2005 still work... doesn't mean everyone is going to keep using them when technology has advanced.

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Originally Posted by Danny505

i reviewed alot of cams and i am also going with G6X3 cam with 150 shot. i yet have to find a better cam and i think you posted in the wrong area.

This is the V8 Engine, Exhaust and Bolt-On technical discussion sub forum. Not sure what other sub forum it would go in... But thanks on letting me know you're going with the G6x3 as that's my main choice.

Danny505 · 06-26-2015, 02:10 PM

i Understand how you are thinking but you cant compare a PC to metal cams, those cams are the best so far if there was a new cam that was better everyone would know Ls engines are in alot of vehicles, you might find a better software to tune or a better tune, but engine hasn't changed much to find a new cam that will work better.

djpelosi · 06-26-2015, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Danny505

i Understand how you are thinking but you cant compare a PC to metal cams, those cams are the best so far if there was a new cam that was better everyone would know Ls engines are in alot of vehicles, you might find a better software to tune or a better tune, but engine hasn't changed much to find a new cam that will work better.

I do know that the G6x3 is pretty valve train intensive. Do you plan on doing any fly-cutting (I know this cam doesn't require it, but I've seen some people do it just to be safe), or any other precautions (if there are any) other than making sure you have a good enough spring, pushrod and lifter combo?

SNSSTR · 06-26-2015, 02:23 PM

Depending on how much you're willing to spend, I would check out one of Kip's (CamMotion) low lash solid roller cams. You'll have to upgrade your rockers and lifters.... in addition to the other components you'd have already had to upgrade, but I hear the power is out of this world.

avido · 06-26-2015, 02:25 PM

I wouldn't go with lethal. I'm still waiting a response.i had just problem with that company.

djpelosi · 06-26-2015, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SNSSTR

Depending on how much you're willing to spend, I would check out one of Kip's (CamMotion) low lash solid roller cams. You'll have to upgrade your rockers and lifters.... in addition to the other components you'd have already had to upgrade, but I hear the power is out of this world.

Yep. Plan on doing the whole lot if I end up having to take the heads off to figure out this ticking noise. Springs, Pushrods, Lifters, Timing Chain, UDP, Trunion Upgrade, etc. I'll take a look at CamMotion and see if there is anything I like. Thanks!

SNSSTR · 06-26-2015, 03:01 PM

CamMotion does have cams online, but if you call and talk to Kip, he will talk to you, find out what you want, run his magic number and get a cam that will be just what you want.

If you go with the low lash solid roller then you won't have to get the trunion upgrade!

Unreal · 06-26-2015, 03:56 PM

Custom cam.

There are new lobes out that may fit your needs better. Cam lobe design does change, and LS cam lobes have come a long way in the past 4-5 years.

kc ss/rs · 06-26-2015, 09:10 PM

contact kip at cam motion or martin at tick performance. you can't go wrong either vendor.

62nalide · 06-26-2015, 10:29 PM

Off the shelf cams on the list id go LG anyday. There's more cams out there just not advertised as much these are. A LLSR is hard to beat at 550rwhp with heads not to mention the fastest cars on this list don't run no pre made cams.

SSeniorMoment · 06-27-2015, 11:43 AM

I went with Cam Motion and modified LS3 heads, should have some numbers to post next month. ....91 octane and Arizona temps.

Lunati puts down good power and Crower will also grind you a custom cam.

06-26-2015, 01:40 PM	#1
djpelosi Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Cordova, TN Posts: 774	New cams for big power I think we all can agree that, as far as off-the-shelf cams go, there are 3 players on the field that have had the highest HP ratings so far: 1.) LG - G6x3 2.) Lethal - Night fury 3.) TSP - 235/239 However, these cams are rather old. Not sure how old the Lethal/TSP cams are... I know a few years... but the G6x3 is at least 5 years old. Are there any newer cams out there that have been proven to make great power for the LS3? (490+ rwhp). I will be camming mine soon and was going to go with the G6x3, but I'm reluctant to install a 5+ year old design in my car. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 2" Stainless Power Longtube Headers 3" Full exhaust w/ Off-Road H-Pipe Bo White Ported Throttle Body Hurst Short Throw Shifter Best Time: 12.43 @ 114, 1.99 60' on stock wheels and stock tires Build Thread

06-26-2015, 01:47 PM	#2
HEAVYCHEVY10 TEAM NIGHTFURY Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: OAHU, HI Posts: 227	why change something that works? __________________

06-26-2015, 02:23 PM	#7
SNSSTR All About That Speed Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Memphis Posts: 1,181	Depending on how much you're willing to spend, I would check out one of Kip's (CamMotion) low lash solid roller cams. You'll have to upgrade your rockers and lifters.... in addition to the other components you'd have already had to upgrade, but I hear the power is out of this world. __________________ 2010 SS M6 \| 416 CI \| H/C/I \| GPI TUNED \| SNSSTR

06-26-2015, 03:01 PM	#10
SNSSTR All About That Speed Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Memphis Posts: 1,181	CamMotion does have cams online, but if you call and talk to Kip, he will talk to you, find out what you want, run his magic number and get a cam that will be just what you want. If you go with the low lash solid roller then you won't have to get the trunion upgrade! __________________ 2010 SS M6 \| 416 CI \| H/C/I \| GPI TUNED \| SNSSTR

06-26-2015, 03:56 PM	#11
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	Custom cam. There are new lobes out that may fit your needs better. Cam lobe design does change, and LS cam lobes have come a long way in the past 4-5 years. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

06-26-2015, 01:49 PM	#3
Danny505 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Albuquerque, new mexico Posts: 35	i reviewed alot of cams and i am also going with G6X3 cam with 150 shot. i yet have to find a better cam and i think you posted in the wrong area.

06-26-2015, 02:10 PM	#5
Danny505 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Albuquerque, new mexico Posts: 35	i Understand how you are thinking but you cant compare a PC to metal cams, those cams are the best so far if there was a new cam that was better everyone would know Ls engines are in alot of vehicles, you might find a better software to tune or a better tune, but engine hasn't changed much to find a new cam that will work better.

06-26-2015, 02:25 PM	#8
avido Drives: camaro ss\rs Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Italia Posts: 755	I wouldn't go with lethal. I'm still waiting a response.i had just problem with that company.

06-26-2015, 09:10 PM	#12
kc ss/rs Drives: 2010 ss/rs Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: kansas city missouri Posts: 247	contact kip at cam motion or martin at tick performance. you can't go wrong either vendor. __________________ rotofab cai ported throttle body sp headers with cats loud mouth axle back no mufflers tuned by steve williams 6l80etuning.com bmr split springs cam motion custom camshaft btr 660 spring kit maggie 2300 id850 injectors livernois fuel pump

06-26-2015, 10:29 PM	#13
62nalide Drives: 2013 SS Join Date: May 2013 Location: DFW Posts: 4,102	Off the shelf cams on the list id go LG anyday. There's more cams out there just not advertised as much these are. A LLSR is hard to beat at 550rwhp with heads not to mention the fastest cars on this list don't run no pre made cams. __________________ https://frankensteined.net/ Martin@Frankensteined.net

06-27-2015, 11:43 AM	#14
SSeniorMoment Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 A6 IOM Join Date: May 2013 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,190	I went with Cam Motion and modified LS3 heads, should have some numbers to post next month. ....91 octane and Arizona temps. Lunati puts down good power and Crower will also grind you a custom cam.