Cams

[DVS87]

Can anyone give me some advice on what cam to run. i was thinking i should upgrade ignition coil and get larger leads, is this neccisary? what sort of performance gains do u get from a stage 2 cam?

[ucwepn]

It doesn't really give gains, what it does is shift all the power to a certain rev range. Say you want all the power between 4000-5500rpm It will be really strong in this rev range but a bit sluggish everywhere else. A good rev range for an rb30 is from 2000-3500 rpm which is great for use on the street. you will need a Hi-stall to match to get the full benefit and performance.

[VLACS]

It doesn't really give gains, what it does is shift all the power to a certain rev range. Say you want all the power between 4000-5500rpm It will be really strong in this rev range but a bit sluggish everywhere else. A good rev range for an rb30 is from 2000-3500 rpm which is great for use on the street. you will need a Hi-stall to match to get the full benefit and performance.

high stall? go on

[DVS87]

yeh i had a feeling i would need a stallie. just like a 1500 or 2000 stallie should do im thinkin with the cam running prime at 2550-3000rpm?

[mag]

yeh i had a feeling i would need a stallie. just like a 1500 or 2000 stallie should do im thinkin with the cam running prime at 2550-3000rpm?

If the cam starts at 2550-3000 so should your high stall converter..

[ucwepn]

Doesn't the vl rb30e have its stall for around 1500rpm as stock standard?

[VL Berlina 5speed]

Doesn't the vl rb30e have its stall for around 1500rpm as stock standard?

i think i reacall some one saying it had 1800, but not positive.
what happns with a manual is a stall convertor needed?

[ucwepn]

No manuals don't have torque converters, You can get a lightened flywheel tho and it will be heaps punchier.

[mag]

i think i reacall some one saying it had 1800, but not positive.
what happns with a manual is a stall convertor needed?

it's then called a clutch...

[VL Berlina 5speed]

it's then called a clutch...

is a clutch that thing on the end of my left foot? the one where i lift it quickly it makes my car kick out??

so basicly a high stall converter is a clutch (stall convertor) upgrade for a automatic. would it be recomended to get a newer lighter clutch if cam work is done to a manual?

[mag]

is a clutch that thing on the end of my left foot? the one where i lift it quickly it makes my car kick out??

so basicly a high stall converter is a clutch (stall convertor) upgrade for a automatic. would it be recomended to get a newer lighter clutch if cam work is done to a manual?

Forget the last bit, and NOW a manule HAS a clutch(and It's the thing on the end of ur left foot) and you control what rpm is needed when you engage the clutch for take off..

In a auto the Converter engages (like a clutch does) with the right rpm and away u go..

Nobody needs a high stall converter in their auto unless they have a perfomance camshaft FITTED..

[Stewart1000]

thats correct but alot of the time people want one in the bigher rpm range because you see, that way they can say yeah bro, i got the stallie up right where i want it...

a different cam can make more power or less, lumpier cam, more lift = more room for the air and fuel to enter the bore.

just a question i am thinking, the vl turbo has a different cam doesnt it, whats the difference between na and turbo.

[ucwepn]

The cam in a turbo is more suited to the way a turbo makes its power. (on boost)

[dobbie]

a n/a stallie is 1500 an u do get more power from a cam, they allow more air n fuel into your car so some headers will help alot an if your puttin a cam in a ask the guy wat stalli will match im guessn a 2200

[ucwepn]

The right cam CAN give some power gains but they are usually chip and cam packages that are $1000 plus and you may only get 15-20rwkw. I'd rather get a supercharger for just a little more money and get a guarenteed 30rwkw extra.

[dobbie]

The right cam CAN give some power gains but they are usually chip and cam packages that are $1000 plus and you may only get 15-20rwkw. I'd rather get a supercharger for just a little more money and get a guarenteed 30rwkw extra.

the chip should always match the cam so your pretty right there but the charger for a bit over a grand wat brand is that castlemaine rod shop do them for for bout $1800 i think

[VLT11]

cams are definately worth the money.. if you get the right one and a decent one.. ive got a camtech stage III cam.. comes on from 3000 - 7500 and does wonders with my turbo!

[bangers]

No manuals don't have torque converters, You can get a lightened flywheel tho and it will be heaps punchier.

you lose torque with a lightened flywheel. it'll rev easier but won't pull as hard. eg you won't have as much pull off the lights or up a hill. but once you're going it'll get up the revs easier.