Cams or Headers?

MaximumSVT

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Spring is almost here and its time for the annual upgrade. I will either be adding a set of cams or headers. Looking for the experts here to share their suggestions on what would yield the best results versus cost / ease of install. (Either way I will have my shop do the install/tune) I have listed my current power adding mods below:

Whipple 2.3 Gen II & 17lbs
60lb Injectors/KB BAP/SCT Tune
BilletFlow Throttle Body
C&L Intake Tube/Pauls HP CAI
GMP 90mm MAF
Afco Dual Pass HE
Bassani X-Pipe w/Cats
Borla Stinger Cat Back

I thinks thats about it. I am currently putting down 590rwhp and 530 rwtq with this setup.
Thanks



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GodStang

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Cams = $3000-$3500 = maybe 30rwhp on your setup.

Longtubes = $1800 = 35rwhp+ on your setup.

Price include typical install fees. you decide. you probably would see biggest gains from a MPH inlet.
 
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If you do cams, you might want to see if you can go ahead and free up some funds or save up some extra cash to install the headers at the same time. It will save you in overall cost in the long run. Most shops drop the K-Member and pull the motor out the bottom of the car when installing cams. That is the perfect time to install headers. Oh, and a 26 spline input shaft, new clutch, head cooling mod (if desired)..... and the list goes on.
 

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