Here's the deal: '62 cast iron 225, automatic, 3.23 rear, 14" 215 by 60 R tires, ported and polished shaved head (.100) with about 9.2 to 9.4 comp. ratio, 1.6 roller rockers, 340 valve springs and retainers, Transistor ignition, hot coil, Dual Dutra Duals with 2 mufflers through 2.25 exhausts, offy 4 bl manifold and 500cfm Eddelbrock with K&N air cleaner and filter---
The choice seems to be a (solid lifter) cam with either 252 degree or 264 degree duration. The roller rockers increase the lift a little, and the torque a little. Both cam profiles promise a "smooth idle". The 252 brings on torque a little earlier, but the 264 holds it at higher rpm's. I don't want to have larger valves or higher stall converter unless absolutely necessary. I want the car to be completely streetable, but able to pass a slowmover doing 45mph on a two lane road, and preferable turn high 15's/16 flat @80-85 mph, for my '62 Valiant Signet.
So, what do you think will be better to do all this: 252 or 264? The faster the better, without sacrificing lowend torque. Any better alternatives or special cam profile recommendations? THANKS!!!!!
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