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Old Jul 20, 2005 | 04:20 PM
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This may seem like a dumb question, but I just want to verify that this is OK.

I'm rebuilding my head with Omnipower dual valve springs, valves and Ti retainers, but for money reasons, I may not be able to get my cams (BC spec III+) and cam gears for a couple more months. Logically, it seems that weaksauce cams would be OK with more capable valvetrain, but I just want to make sure. Its fine to put my B16A cams back in for the time being, correct?

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Old Jul 20, 2005 | 04:29 PM
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Default Re: upgraded valvetrain with stock cams (white_n_slow)

yes, it will be fine.
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Old Jul 20, 2005 | 04:45 PM
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Default Re: upgraded valvetrain with stock cams (white_n_slow)

it will be fine, but you can actually lose a bit of power this way. the springs are stiffer and create more drag on the whole valve train. without adding bigger cams to offset the drag you will actually see a slight decrease in power and responsiveness. nothing you will be able to feel most likely, however.
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 04:46 AM
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Default Re: upgraded valvetrain with stock cams (JoeB18-R)

when going to that setup would that reqire a dyno run or would a wideband & apexi do the job?
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 01:52 PM
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wideband on a dyno is best by far.
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Old Jul 21, 2005 | 02:58 PM
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Default Re: upgraded valvetrain with stock cams (JoeB18-R)

Alright, thanks!
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