Cam for S-trim and TFS TW heads

drudis · 02-01-2002, 05:44 PM

What do you guys recommend for a cam?

Specs:
1989 Mustang Roadrace project (notice NOT dragrace) 3500-5500
*New TFS TW stage-II heads being installed with 1.72rr
Vortech S-trim
Cobra intake
36# injectors
80mm MAF
Autologic chip for above
1-5/8" MAC lontube headers offroad h-pipe and 2-1/2" exhaust

So whadda ya say? Some "already been there" examples...

89 Cobra LX · 02-01-2002, 05:54 PM

I think those 1.72 rocker arms are going to really limit the # of cam selections.

I like my TFS #1 cam and looking at my dyno sheet I have a nice fat 4k-6k powerband. Pretty sure you can't run this cam with that set-up unless some piston work has been done. Sorry, I'm not much of a cam guru.

89 Cobra LX · 02-01-2002, 05:56 PM

Those injectors may be overkill. Isn't the s-trim rated at 5lbs boost?

Skyman · 02-01-2002, 06:35 PM

Why are you using 1.7s? For that powerband I would go with a E-303 with 1.6rockers.

Also since this is going to be roadrace your going to want to get as much weight off the front of the car as possible. Get that battery to the trunk, lightweight hood, and remove the A/C too.

Skyler

lx mike · 02-01-2002, 06:38 PM

on crane cams website they list the 2031 as a blower cam and it is listed to run with the 1.7 rockers.

89 Cobra LX · 02-01-2002, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by lx mike
on crane cams website they list the 2031 as a blower cam and it is listed to run with the 1.7 rockers.

The Crane 2031 is the same cam that ford put in the 93-95 Cobras (it's not much of a power maker). There are plenty better cams to go with IMO. The e-303 or TFS #1 with 1.6s would be much better than the 2031.

byrnech · 02-02-2002, 08:05 AM

Doesn't Anderson Ford Motorsport make killer cams for blowers? I would think that one of their cams would make far better power than a e-cam.

RadialPrincess · 02-02-2002, 04:08 PM

Try Dennis @ Lugo Performance. He is really good with custom ground blower/turbo cams. He picked the blower cam in my car...

www.lugoperformance.com

drudis · 02-05-2002, 03:47 PM

Thanks guys. I decided on the TFS Stage-I cam with new 1.6rr's.
In the market for that cam if you got one...

p.s. I already sold the 1.72's so dont ask.

89 Cobra LX · 02-05-2002, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by drudis
Thanks guys. I decided on the TFS Stage-I cam with new 1.6rr's.
In the market for that cam if you got one...

I've got one, but it's not for sale. I think i'll keep it in the block.

Actually, I think you'll be really happy with this set-up. I could only imagine how my car would perform with some higher flowing heads. I've seen these advertised in Summit just recently. I think the price for the TFS #1 is right around $150. Not too bad at all.

02-01-2002, 05:54 PM	#2
89 Cobra LX Don Corlione Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Omaha NE USA Posts: 491	I think those 1.72 rocker arms are going to really limit the # of cam selections. I like my TFS #1 cam and looking at my dyno sheet I have a nice fat 4k-6k powerband. Pretty sure you can't run this cam with that set-up unless some piston work has been done. Sorry, I'm not much of a cam guru. __________________ Eric - 89 Mustang LX coupe 5 speed 302-Cobra Intake-GT40p heads-TFS stage 1 cam-FRPP 1.6 roller rockers-3:73 gears-KYB shocks and struts-Eibach Pro-kit-HPM Mega-bite upper and lower control arms-FRPP aluminum driveshaft-16x8 Chrome Cobra Rs R.H.C. #14

02-01-2002, 05:56 PM	#3
89 Cobra LX Don Corlione Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Omaha NE USA Posts: 491	Those injectors may be overkill. Isn't the s-trim rated at 5lbs boost? __________________ Eric - 89 Mustang LX coupe 5 speed 302-Cobra Intake-GT40p heads-TFS stage 1 cam-FRPP 1.6 roller rockers-3:73 gears-KYB shocks and struts-Eibach Pro-kit-HPM Mega-bite upper and lower control arms-FRPP aluminum driveshaft-16x8 Chrome Cobra Rs R.H.C. #14

02-01-2002, 06:35 PM	#4
Skyman I need 110mph Trap Speed! Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: So, CA Posts: 4,315	Why are you using 1.7s? For that powerband I would go with a E-303 with 1.6rockers. Also since this is going to be roadrace your going to want to get as much weight off the front of the car as possible. Get that battery to the trunk, lightweight hood, and remove the A/C too. Skyler __________________ 2001 BMW M3 6spd 12.79@108 RIP ---- 1993 Notch w/ 98 4V 4.6 Fasttt... -1989 Saleen Mustang #406- 12.32@109 -1999 Black Cobra Coupe- JBA Shorties, Bassani Cat-X, Magnaflow 3", Pulleys, 85mm Pro-M, Ported Intake, Soild Rear w/ 4.30s, Tubular Front End, X2C arms, 13lb batt, few others.

02-01-2002, 06:38 PM	#5
lx mike Undescribable Join Date: Sep 1998 Location: Ft Myers Fla Posts: 1,539	on crane cams website they list the 2031 as a blower cam and it is listed to run with the 1.7 rockers. __________________ Rice Haters Club Member #101

02-02-2002, 08:05 AM	#7
byrnech Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Anderson, TX. Posts: 166	Doesn't Anderson Ford Motorsport make killer cams for blowers? I would think that one of their cams would make far better power than a e-cam. __________________ 331 10:1, AFR 185's, TFS-R intake

02-01-2002, 05:44 PM	#1
drudis Moderator Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Livonia, MI, USA Posts: 1,194	Cam for S-trim and TFS TW heads What do you guys recommend for a cam? Specs: 1989 Mustang Roadrace project (notice NOT dragrace) 3500-5500 *New TFS TW stage-II heads being installed with 1.72rr Vortech S-trim Cobra intake 36# injectors 80mm MAF Autologic chip for above 1-5/8" MAC lontube headers offroad h-pipe and 2-1/2" exhaust So whadda ya say? Some "already been there" examples... __________________ Darius Rudis, Moderator Corner Carvers Delight 1989 Mustang LX - Open Track Car http://www.dariusrudis.com

02-02-2002, 04:08 PM	#8
RadialPrincess Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Columbus, GA Posts: 26	Try Dennis @ Lugo Performance. He is really good with custom ground blower/turbo cams. He picked the blower cam in my car... www.lugoperformance.com __________________ Erica Lugo www.promodfullthrottle.com

02-05-2002, 03:47 PM	#9
drudis Moderator Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Livonia, MI, USA Posts: 1,194	Thanks guys. I decided on the TFS Stage-I cam with new 1.6rr's. In the market for that cam if you got one... p.s. I already sold the 1.72's so dont ask. __________________ Darius Rudis, Moderator Corner Carvers Delight 1989 Mustang LX - Open Track Car http://www.dariusrudis.com