WHO MAKES the best ADjustable Cam Gear for 98 civic ex SOHC?
07-13-2003, 03:58 PM
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My question is: Why do you want one? On a SOHC motor, without FI it won't make a HUGE difference messing with the timing. On the DOHC models they adjust the cam overlap and can produce sick results. Save your money and buy a shot of juice or something.
07-13-2003, 06:41 PM
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The problem with an adjustable cam gear on a SOHC is that you are adjusting the intake and exhaust timing at the same time. This makes it not nearly as useful for the money as a pair gears on a DOHC, where you can independantly adjust the intake and exhaust timing.
For best results, you need to have it dyno tuned, which also adds to the overall HP/$ cost. You really won't even notice a difference without other modifications, ideally the gear is added at the same time as an aftermarket cam... so you can time the new cam to give its highest output.
For best results, you need to have it dyno tuned, which also adds to the overall HP/$ cost. You really won't even notice a difference without other modifications, ideally the gear is added at the same time as an aftermarket cam... so you can time the new cam to give its highest output.