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    Quote Originally Posted by seansz28
    i dont know what kind of cam to buy for my 454,and i am unsure what kind of stall converter i should get? keep in mind i dont have the money for racing parts or custom stuff.

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    -4 cc dish piston(speed pro coated)
    781 heads (stock except for polish)
    power plus cyclone manifold
    holley 3310(proform main body)
    th400 3.73's
    78 camaro 3600lbs.
    c/r 8:1
    once i can afford it i will buy a centrifugal and run around 10 psi.
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    full length headers 1 3/4 primaries 3 in. collector
    If your heads have stock valve springs you will have to replace them.

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    i am looking to buy a cam kit with matching springs, lifters and such

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    Quote Originally Posted by seansz28
    i am looking to buy a cam kit with matching springs, lifters and such
    Because of your low comp. ratio I would look at cams that have a duration at .050 of 215 or less..

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