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Old Jul 9, 2002 | 10:26 AM
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Default HP loss with install of springs/retainers

I've installed a set of Crower springs/ti retainers along with the 'stock' cam
in my 94 Prelude VTEC. (Don't ask me why I put back the stock cam)

Has anyone actually measured a hp loss with the install of stiffer valve springs ?
The motor doesn't seem to pull as strong in the higher end as it used to with the stock (weaker) springs. The cams and crank are all lined up correctly
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Old Jul 9, 2002 | 03:25 PM
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Default Re: HP loss with install of springs/retainers (Mover)

there probably would be a "slight" loss since there is more drag on the valve train now.........but you should upgrade your cams. they will make up for the slight power loss.......

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Old Jul 9, 2002 | 04:00 PM
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Default Re: HP loss with install of springs/retainers (non-VTEC)

.........but you should upgrade your cams. they will make up for the slight power loss.......

What do you consider to be a 'quality' upgrade with all the stories that are going around ?
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Old Jul 9, 2002 | 04:06 PM
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Default Re: HP loss with install of springs/retainers (Mover)

since you have the complete crower valve train why not go with crower H22A VTEC cams............
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Old Jul 11, 2002 | 03:24 PM
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Default Re: HP loss with install of springs/retainers (non-VTEC)

he is out of blanks at the moment
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