Thread: Looking for a good cam for 429

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1973 429-4V 385 Series V8
198 hp @ 4400 rpm, 320 lbs/ft torque @ 2800 rpm
4-barrel
8.00:1 static compression ratio
4.36" x 3.59" bore and stroke

This motor would be a good candidate for the proverbial "first cam on the page" match-up....
Crane 350501
Brute low end torque, smooth idle, daily usage, EFI compatible, fuel economy, 1600-2200 cruise RPM,
7.75 to 8.75 static compression ratio advised
Operating range 800-4200 rpm's
Duration @ 0.050" tappet lift 192/204
Duration @ advertised 248/260
Lobe separation angle 110 degrees
Valve lift 0.456"/0.487"

I'm just using Crane to show you the specs of a cam that would work with a stock motor. There are many different cam grinders who could furnish this cam or close to it.

Here's a tutorial I wrote that may explain to you why you need to match up the static compression ratio with the cam timing.....
http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/w..._compatibility

Trying to use more cam in an effort to create a "rump-rump" idle will turn the motor into a pig. If you want rump-rump, increase the static compression ratio so that it is compatible with the rump-rump cam.
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