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Would i need a tune after stage 1 cams?

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What are obx stage 1 cams? That's not specs for a cam pair. That's just jargon for what those guys think is a mild build cam. . . Post specs for the cams, or you just going to get speculation.
 
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dsm-onster said:
What are obx stage 1 cams? That's not specs for a cam pair. That's just jargon for what those guys think is a mild build cam. . . Post specs for the cams, or you just going to get speculation.
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Stage 1 Intake Camshaft - 242 duration, .354 lift with factory rockers
Stage 1 Exhaust Camshaft - 242 duration, .354 life with factory rockers
 
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i wouldnt even waste money on obx cams, given the specs it doesnt even sound like an upgrade. Spend a little extra an buy a set of dks regrinds.
 
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If you want the max out of them I'd get a tune. You have a wide band?
 
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then seeing as though some companies stage 1 and even stage 2 grinds( bc and hks) dont require a tune, u would not be required to tune it. especially since the duration is 242 degrees and other companies are 264's. to max out any set up though it requires tuning
 
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evil tsi said:
then seeing as though some companies stage 1 and even stage 2 grinds( bc and hks) dont require a tune, u would not be required to tune it. especially since the duration is 242 degrees and other companies are 264's. to max out any set up though it requires tuning
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is installing cams difficult? and will it mess with the timing?
 
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installing cams is very straight foward, if you dont have a haynes or chilton book get one bc it contains all of your torque specs and will serve you as a guide. if not just go to vfaqs and they have a write up also. it will not mess up your timing as long as you keep your gears from moving. good luck to you
 
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Those cams arn't very aggressive at all. And . . . . . you are saying "bro". . . That makes this thread funny :) . . . Are you serious? If so, then stop with the buddy-buddy additions alluding to the fact that you'd believe anyone who gave you the answer you want:|

You need to degree your cams for YOUR setup; THAT is what makes power. . . After that, its just spouting numbers to the guy next to you and showing receipts 'cause they don't 'believe'. What are your goals?
 
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The more air may lean you out a bit. The leaner the meaner though as long as its not to lean. Those camaraderie are not that aggressive though so is say no. You have a obdII scanner. Or go to autozone and see what you short term file trim is.before and after.
 
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dsm-onster said:
Those cams arn't very aggressive at all. And . . . . . you are saying "bro". . . That makes this thread funny :) . . . Are you serious? If so, then stop with the buddy-buddy additions alluding to the fact that you'd believe anyone who gave you the answer you want:|

You need to degree your cams for YOUR setup; THAT is what makes power. . . After that, its just spouting numbers to the guy next to you and showing receipts 'cause they don't 'believe'. What are your goals?
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obv. my goals are just to make the car faster, and stand out. im not looking for crazy power nor am i expecting it. i have a car and i just wanna have fun with it
 
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bullet99 said:
The more air may lean you out a bit. The leaner the meaner though as long as its not to lean. Those camaraderie are not that aggressive though so is say no. You have a obdII scanner. Or go to autozone and see what you short term file trim is.before and after.
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well.. for some reason my OBD2 port doesnt work and my scanner wont connect to the car, thats just another problem ill have to deal with later.
 
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dsm-onster said:
You can have fun with out a cam upgrade at all. . . You dont have racing goals?
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i've never been at a track so i cant say i wanna beat my last time so, pretty much i've just been rivaling with my friend and not lose to your everyday rice burner. oh and i loooove the sound of cams

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most times the obd port wont read because of a blown fuse. something to look into
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yeah would be great if i got that fixed LOL so i can get my car tuned when needed or pass inspection..
 
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Just throwing my .02 out there... I have heard bad things around this forum about obx cams for our engines. I mean they cant even make a manifold that fits right for our cars that they say fits our cars. Based solely on that I would NOT use them for the internals of my engine even if it was free!

I say throw em on ebay make a quick buck and buy real cams!

Good luck!
 
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dsmcrzy said:
Just throwing my .02 out there... I have heard bad things around this forum about obx cams for our engines. I mean they cant even make a manifold that fits right for our cars that they say fits our cars. Based solely on that I would NOT use them for the internals of my engine even if it was free!

I say throw em on ebay make a quick buck and buy real cams!

Good luck!
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go on youtube and type in PaulRSTEclipse he's running obx 242/242 cams

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Never said they wont work or fit just that I wouldn't trust them for too long. My example was to show their craftsmanship or lack there of.

If your going to do it pick up a shop manual or chiltons. Its all layed out in there torque specs and all.
 
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