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 Post subject: economy cam
PostPosted: Tue Oct 26, 2004 3:58 pm 
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Is there an aftermarket cam for a 1974 engine available that is better
for economy and smooth low end performanc than the original factory cam?
thanks, JackF


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 Post subject: Either Or...
PostPosted: Tue Oct 26, 2004 4:39 pm 
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The MP "243" (last 3 digits of the part number) cam is slightly better than the 1971+ solid lifter cam, new ones aren't available and those on dealer shelves can be "suspect"...your other choice would be the Comp Cam 252S....


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 Post subject: economy cam
PostPosted: Tue Oct 26, 2004 4:50 pm 
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Thanks. I bought a 74 Valiant 4 door on ebay but haven't picked it
up yet. I am fed up with temperamental computer operated autos
and want to fix this one up as a reliable and economical standby car.
thanks, Jackf


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PostPosted: Tue Oct 26, 2004 9:21 pm 
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The early Slant cams were pretty short on duration, that would help low speed and MPG. You may want to check with a local cam regrinder to see if they could make one for you.
http://www.dutra.org/pictures/engine/st ... -specs.jpg
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 27, 2004 7:53 am 
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Location: Fircrest, WA
Car Model: 76 D100
I have a good condition original 225 cam from a running 68 motor. Interested in purchasing it?


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 Post subject: economy cam
PostPosted: Wed Oct 27, 2004 5:51 pm 
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Might be. I haven't picked u[p the car yet so i don't know what is in it.
What number is the cam you have? Jackf


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PostPosted: Wed Oct 27, 2004 6:14 pm 
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Car Model: 76 D100
I don't know the part number, but it is the stock cam for a 1968 Dodge 225 with a one barrel carb. I guess it would be 2268708 going from the good doctors chart.


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 Post subject: economy cam
PostPosted: Wed Oct 27, 2004 7:13 pm 
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Thanks, I was hoping for a 2206039 Jack F


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