Low rpm torque cam

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nekto
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Low rpm torque cam

Post by nekto » 04 Jul 2007 08:49 am

I have B19A engine with L cam
I want to have more torque
Which cam should I look for?
Thnx in advance

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Post by Makkiver » 04 Jul 2007 07:18 pm

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Post by foggyjames » 17 Jul 2007 01:25 am

The cam will probably make almost no difference, since the L is already a very lethargic cam. You need more displacement, really. You could also play with larger carb(s) and/or (small) turbo, but the cheapest and easiest way would be to drop in a B23.

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