Back To Basics: 454 BBC Cam Swap

[@jmoneyfosho1883]

This gives you about 10 percent of the knowledge you need to correctly install a camshaft.

[@blazenjames9449]

Indeed James Francisco and 5% on installing it

[@GoatBoy_45-70]

James Francisco, why would you with your superior knowledge even click on this video? Did you feel better about yourself after stating the obvious?

[@lskiller1903]

It's not brain surgery, I do my cam installs under a shade tree in my driveway. Hit me up I'll give you the other 90% you need to know.!!

[@lskiller1903]

@@GoatBoy_45-70 👍😂👍😂👍

[@marktoombs6276]

This stupid music makes just turn the damn video off .I do not fuk in get it. Fuk it

[@emanuelnamseth1469]

Great video Richatd. I'm looking to improve the 454 in my 99 burban for general usage.

[@danktank1959]

I have L29 in a C3500 Dually. I plan on doing cam swap, carb set up etc real soon.

[@ericsconiers6285]

How did it turn out

[@rustypliers74]

Damn Mr. Clean is a mechanic now

[@vikingmike8139]

Camshaft #01-418-8 is a cast cam core as indicated by the -8 in the part number. If I was ever to consider a roller cam profile, I would choose a camshaft ground on a 8620 billet steel core. That camshaft looks cool sitting on the shop bench only, the nature of it's core however only invites problems as the core itself doesn't have the structural integrity that a billet steel core offers. There's no 'free lunch', therefore if you go to a roller profile of any type an 8620 cam core would be your only choice. Spend wisely.

[@GoatBoy_45-70]

Viking Mike. its cast true but it is cast steel, its not gray cast ether its high grade stuff, there is a difference between cast iron and cast steel, its carbon oh and machinability ie $.

[@GoatBoy_45-70]

282hr Specs; Cam Style: Hydraulic roller tappet Basic Operating RPM Range: 1,900-5,600 Duration at 050 inch Lift: 230 int./236 exh. Advertised Duration: 282 int./288 exh. Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.510 int./0.510 exh. Lobe Separation (degrees): 110 Highly compatible with stock valves, this cam with ported or aftermarket heads and big valves could make 500+hp easy

[@kirstypeacock7396]

They typed in that is was a 284hr on the site. not sure which is right.

[@GJ-DT]

I dont like this cam, lift way too low causing low rpm range. Biggest reason to run a roller is added lift, i think low lift defeats the purpose of a roller.

[@neilrobertson1345]

@@GJ-DT what is max lift on these motors before piston to valve clearence becomes a problem I have a Zz454 GMPP motor

[@RalphRomano2]

Comp Cam - you need to tell us what the rocker ration is for this setup. If it's 1.5, you have room to boost this cam while in your car. I used to do that in the 1980's and 1990's. So I could put in 1.7's on the weekend to have some fun. Then return it back to my 1.5 daily driver.

[@SAEKI571]

Johnny sins in mechanical mode XD

[@andrewhickman28]

LMFAO 🤣🤣

[@kellyjones334]

I love your video's and all your knowledge you share. In a 1987 454 which cam and heads would you advise to wake this motor up. I may have to change pistons to get a little more compression. I'm looking for a good combo that will get me in that 450 to 550 hp without breaking the bank. Thanks in advance for any input you may have.

[@smilsmff]

special note always use 2 and 1/4 inch primary headers and open exhaust for best street driving reults

[@smilsmff]

do not for get to leave in first gear as you cruise park lots

[@youcanbesmartaskhow3857]

And get a job where you leave the neighborhood at all hours like my dick neighbor. Fire department volunteer

[@richardrose3721]

Hey Richard Can you retrofit the early style 454 camshaft in to the gen 5/6 block

[@cecilfrench1715]

Love watching the Dyno operator he makes it all worth watching cool guy

[@BrandonSolid]

Cam swaps all day baby.🚀

[@mduval555]

I wish you could do the same budget upgrade ( intake/carb/cam/spring with a 8100 vortec )

[@shitbox7413]

You can, there are plenty of cams available for the 8.1, and Dart has a dual plane carburetor manifold for them as well...

[@paulmryglod4802]

roller cams don't need assembly lube?

[@tracymiller1884]

What carb and intake did you use in this set up ? Thanks for the video

[@jodybasham5351]

Who does a cam swap and uses the old timing gears and chain?

[@jmtz2335]

Jody Basham everyone that has balls

[@hawkdsl]

For instructional purposes.

[@joshmeselfhighup1603]

Me

[@bezzyrussell9871]

Depends if the sprockets are worn 😂

[@jmtz2335]

cv 67 doesn’t matter at the end of the day cause they’ll still get rolled up from a cheap lazy guy haha

[@rbspider]

Why not install new bearing and a front crank seal and what about a little lube when installing the cam?

[@ckryses3962]

So what's the difference between LT4 and this LSX 454??I mean which is better??I only know that lsx 454 is cast iron based and lt4 is aluminium...which one is more better and can take punishments??

[@djrosa773]

How do we get in touch to ask you a question on a new cam that we want for our 454... I'm very confused on my 67 Chevelle

[@dudesofhazarddc1398]

I really enjoyed this video thank yall

[@shorty808100]

Love the sound of a cam with a duration better than .0500 I ran a .0519 duration Lunati cam never was into comps I knew people who worked for computer back in the 90’s they said that comp cams weren’t what there were supposed to be

[@nuclearbum9858]

i have a healthy 454 from an 82 c30 i want to wake it up some...leaning towards the edelbrock top end kit

[@rogershetterly7181]

Check out bolt on 231 hp on KZbin they use a trickflow top end kit I'm leaning towards that one

[@nuclearbum9858]

@@rogershetterly7181 thanks

[@strengthstuff7618]

i like that tunnel ram setup how the hell is it makeing 1200hp? i want a build sheet

[@Affordablebath_remodel]

wrong engine

[@Foxtrot1967]

Shows us a built high compression motor Bait and switches to a low compression motor that doesn't even make 1 HP per ci, even after the cam swap

[@RalphRomano2]

If you look at the cam specs, it's a VERY VERY low lift cam for the duration. It's made for a truck and not a sporty car. I agree, even with a truck I would have picked a cam with much more lift. This one is .510 lift, and I would have gotten something around the .560 - .575 range. That lift change would have made over 500 hp for sure. CompCams make the best cams and offer variations on what they make. Many times they make these cams for a 1.5 rocker ratio, so you can add more rocker arm to get the specs you want.

[@tomschweikert9537]

y not change chain?

[@everetteromero1799]

So you can swap just the cam on a all original engine, and it'll add more horse power?

[@spoonfixer3387]

Not always. A friend of mine put cam in his 350 using vortec heads that only accommodate up to like .475 lift cams. He chose a cam that had well over .500 and ran into major bind issues but if you choose the right size cam and install correctly even a stock motor will wake up.

[@lskiller1903]

@@spoonfixer3387 Well your buddy is a dumbass.

[@thatmeangreen1052]

@@lskiller1903 🤣🤣🤣😂😂☠

[@AngeloC49]

Great video 👍🏻 keep them coming 😉

[@Compcams1976]

+1Wild CamaroSS Thanks so much, we appreciate you watching!

[@frankgarza1308]

+COMP Cams How does that intake manifold compare to the stock one performance wise and what what size of stall would you recommend with that cam with 3.73 gears in the rear?

[@Compcams1976]

We are not sure about how much the intake manifold picks up. Richard would probably know if you could contact him; his info is available at www.xcelerationmedia.com. As for the stall, we would recommend a 2400-3000 rpm stall, depending on the vehicle and what application it will be used for. Thanks for watching!

[@techi3075]

Your other video was a same setup but with a comp xr276hr-13 With 428hp @ 5100rpm and 515 ftlbs @ 3600rpm. I would think this 282 cam would be a bit higher across the board. Any reasons?

[@Compcams1976]

There is a lot of different factors that affect horsepower numbers.

[@MidwestMechanics]

Nothing like watching the Wish Vin Diesel teach you about cams 😎

[@SOU6900]

So is it possible to put Vortec heads on a Mark IV 454 in an 80s C30 pickup? I'm finding different answers across the board so I'm not sure if its possible to do such a head swap.

[@OddTimeMan]

I'm currently eyeballin' a 1998 Chevy 3500 HD flatbed with a 454. If I get it, I'll be installing a performance cam down the road. I also want to convert it to 4 wheel drive. I'm told it's fairly easy because it has a straight front axle and leaf springs.

[@markrich3271]

Gmt400s all had IFS none had straight axles. You have to redesign the front end for 4x4, redo the transmission to accept the transfer case new drive shaftS , add IFS torsion bars and brackets , add shifter linkage and change the oil pan. It would be easier to find a truck that's already 4x4 and make it a flat bed . Then it would convert one to a straight axle or ifs and 4x4.

[@OddTimeMan]

Wrong. The C3500 HD is a one ton dually with a straight front axle beam and leaf springs. Google it.

[@markrich3271]

I guess Im wrong never new that they existed.

[@pascalhumphrey]

new cam but doesnt not lube the cam before install?

[@kwcombilift]

I have 427td with a hydraulic roller. I cant seem to get it to stop tapping (like the rockers are loose), I have been told this is normal for a retro. But what is to much noise?

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

yes we all noticed you putting the cam in DRY = sloppy work !

[@thedobermangang3503]

I GOT A 1990 K5 BLAZER 5.7 WITH ECU GOT ENGINE REBUILD GOT THE BLOCK BORED 30 OVER AND DID A FEW UP GRADES IM USING EX262H CAM IN IT WHAT WOULD BE A GOOD COVERTER TO USE I TOOK THE STOCK ONE OUT..AND GOT 2000 TO 2400 STALL .. IS THAT GOOD WITH THAT CAM

[@ccopher79]

What intake is on that engine you were standing beside

[@chrishendricks6525]

what year is that big block cause i want to know what kind of intake that is edelbrock and they said id need to buy new heads cause they dont make a intake for gen 6 that will fit the vortec heads is he wrong?

[@dstrong11]

If you turn to 4:58 you will clearly see that this block was a Gen V not a Gen VI as stated it was lol... So you should be good 👍. This block was an early 1990s motor.

[@jeanvi52]

Is this stubby bobs engine?

[@63grandsport11]

Do the guys at Comp Cams always install a dry cam without any lube on it ?

[@minersmusclecars1871]

They know it's gonna wipe within the first 50 miles anyway so they figure why bother.

[@tleecapers8834]

what the intake and carb combo??

[@mikeandnatalya]

Yeah, why bother checking pushrod length . All cams have the same base circle. Right?

[@patracy]

Were the factor roller lifters reused?

[@MikeSmith-xf5ij]

Can I swap Gen 6 heads on a Gen 5 motor with out worrying about changing pistons?

[@jaymartin5434]

Love your videos..what do you do with engines you have tested ??? Can I buy one ??? Lol

[@joshlarsen3603]

Anyone have a part number for this cam?

[@claytonthomas4957]

Best

[@jeremythomas7792]

Speed master has a top end kit for 1700 wth heads cam and intake. So I can just get gen 6 heads intake and a new cam and make more power? Explain please bc they turned the comments off the video

[@MeteCanKarahasan]

Well, cam is the most expensive upgrade in a car according to Viper Racing. It better be good, I actually couldn't believe it. It doesn't say 'low inertia' spuriously.

[@stevesolo16]

the truck motor had a little higher deck, a water passage between bores as well

[@kylerfreitas690]

Would a comp cams xtreme energy 01-424-8 have enough piston to valve clearance to run on a stock gen 6 454?

[@hawkdsl]

Call comp

[@RcGaba27]

If you are really serious, you should keep track of all the pushrods and rocker arms etc. Each part wears a little differently, so when you put it all together again the valve clearence might be wrong and/or you may end up with unnecessary play... Also, some oil on that new cam would help alot....

[@adamsatterlee1769]

Be a way bigger deal w a solid lifter set up hydrolic is a lot more forgiving

[@smilsmff]

Heads are ported, makes big difference do not leave that part out, who, where ,what was Flow

[@diablocustomschoker2058]

Ok SO HOWMENY HORSE POWER DO YOU GOT??? IN TOTAL🤔

[@pmd7771969]

A good 286 xe roller cam is hard to beat. Bloodviking

[@jacobreitnauer6822]

Do these generation bbc need valve adjustment when rebuilding?

[@tc6hp]

No... gen 6 is non adjustable 0 lash rocker you just run the bolts down and you're done... like an ls motor

[@danmark312]

you are missing a C in the title, but great video

[@chevroletbelair1]

do you just put engine oil on the lobes and bearings or assembly lube for a new engine?

[@hankclingingsmith8707]

You only watched 5 minutes of a 3 hour process. What do you think ??

[@chevroletbelair1]

@@hankclingingsmith8707 just a quistion for a engine builder to know what to do for myself

[@djrosa773]

what yr is block,did you get new timing chain for swap

[@rickmartyn55]

Did you note put any lube on that cam ?

[@WoodedAcres]

I did and you're spot on. A decent sized mistake.

[@MrViolentmustang]

what is the part number of the cam and springs you installed??

[@BarbaraAnne12000]

12-432-8

[@Compcams1976]

Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. We ran both 01-416-8 and 01-418-8 cams in the 1996-99 BBC, as well as 26120 springs, 795-16 retainers and 616-16 keepers. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!

[@frankgarza1308]

COMP Cams what was the hp and torque difference between the 2?

[@thatmeangreen1052]

@@Compcams1976 i love you guys!

[@kingdees3405]

Is this cam still available

[@charlesgreathouse7376]

How about a 4 pattern cam test in a chevrolet big block 454

[@moparkev1]

I spy a little port work too ;)

[@infamousnova]

What distributor is that

[@MegaErnieMAN]

Can I take a 454 out of a boat and put it in my truck?

[@dstrong11]

Has anyone noticed that this was a Gen V/5 motor 454, not a Gen VI/6 like stated at 0:48. When the Camshaft is coming out you can clearly see the stamp on the block Gen V lol

[@gofastparts4u]

Gen V motors are flat tappet...

[@dakotarussell5070]

What exact part number is this cam that you put in the engine. Would like to get the same one for mine with matching springs

[@MrEXOTIC08]

I need to know that info for mine

[@Motorcitypower1]

We're are the camshaft specs, ????

[@estebahng5964]

Sustain Horse Power ? That's what I'm looking at ! Not peak power for a few seconds , that's for racing . Sustain it !

[@lskiller1903]

Keep your foot in it sustain 5500 rpm's LMMFAO.

[@CHEVYK10]

correct if I'm wrong this thing makes 290hp stock now it's making 420hp from a cam intake carb and headers???

[@Compcams1976]

The cam added 55 HP, up from 367 to 422 HP

[@maxypooh]

Springfieldm14 308winchester it a bbc u never know they are strange

[@codycollins7758]

COMP Cams that's where I'm confused. Bhp is only 290, if adding 55 hp got him to 422 where did he pick up the other 77hp? Just headers and intake?

[@here_to_watch2115]

@@codycollins7758 bhp is not flywheel hp

[@racerd3801]

I think some guy in the EngineMasters contest proved that flat tappet cams have less friction than roller cams do. Do you know anything about that engine???

[@joeyjr4145]

What's the first engine

[@hollisstaff4610]

Can I turn a 454 into a 500 50 is that possible if so give me the game

[@r.s.customz1502]

Always replace push rods lifters and timing chain assembly. It’s called a insurance policy.

[@hawkdsl]

and relatively cheap too. Comp and others sell complete kits minus the gasket sets.

[@markoconnell9219]

Why not degree the cam?

[@edgarchacon5115]

what part number is the camshaft?

[@thatmeangreen1052]

If you take the time to read through the comments, you'll find the answer.

[@rodgerheitkamper1427]

NO break in?

[@eddierocks01]

I have a gen 5 BB. Should I trash it or rebuild? I'm getting mixed reviews

[@Compcams1976]

We apologize for the delay in getting back to you. We spoke to one of our techs and this is what he had to say: "It really depends on the application and what the customer wants to do. If he is looking for mild performance, he can upgrade the camshaft and some other things to improve what he has. If he is looking for big horsepower(600+), I prefer the earlier Mark IV style blocks or an aftermarket, such as Dart or World Products." Hope this helps, thanks!

[@eddierocks01]

Thanks for replying! I'm not looking for tremendous horsepower, I'm looking to get 450 to 500 horsepower with a gen 5 block is that possible? Plus I've read that gen4 head can be used on gen5 blocks but with a special head gasket so it won't leak is that true?

[@Compcams1976]

Your best option for this question is probably to call our tech line at 1.800.999.0853. Those guys will be looking for a bit of information about your application and will then be able to give you a more definitive answer about horsepower, heads, etc. Hope this helps, thank you!

[@emilyanddadarguelles4899]

COMP Cams

[@richardtill711]

No way is that a 1,200 hp engine.. A camshaft with .510/.520 lift with .050 @ 230/236 is nowhere big enough for his numbers.

[@aux1z11]

I have a 97 fuel injected will this cam work on mine.

[@thatmeangreen1052]

You engine is exactly what they used in this video....that should tell you something...

[@handsomeransom2235]

Generation v has peanut holes???

[@seetheforest]

So just shove a new more radical cam into old bearing no problem.. Weeeeeeee. Let's go. Sorry I used to work on engines and no way would we ever throw a cam on old bearings without even looking. But hey play the odds. ...

[@ericheine2414]

No telling how much horsepower and torque at what RPM? A mystery video? Iron American Dream on KZbin

[@brianmorrison9066]

Yeah no shit. I caught almost 500tq and a little over 400hp. The thing was they didnt show the screen until after 4000 rpm. If the curve was better, show us.

[@StormCentre88]

00:15 - ~1200HP naturally aspirated BBC . . . Must be running race fuel and some high compression then; as not many BBC will easily push over 900HP without serious compression. That said; your camshaft installation is a shocker !!! If not the lobes; then lube those journals. Otherwise that old timing chain you re-used might just break. And you know what happens after that. Bye bye pistons, valves, conrods, and block. Finally, I'm not sure I would be so excited about a ~420HP 7.4 litre BBC; after a camshaft swap. Those power numbers are not great for a 7.4 Litre V8.

[@shitbox7413]

Jim Stanley, You should be excited about 505 ft lbs though, would be a lot of fun on the street. 👍🏻

[@edwingreene7583]

@@shitbox7413 stock Buick 455 makes 515ft pounds

[@alexking1251]

Id be intereted in know where he got that spring compressor tool from.

[@eddieamezcua6362]

What's the best cam for this engine

[@Wanous-hv7zo]

Eddie Amezcua a used flat cam

[@bezzyrussell9871]

@@Wanous-hv7zo 😂

[@pmd7771969]

We wanna see the first one rich.

[@PfunkNH]

teach me about my c3500. its slow AF lmao

[@slobra_9930]

why did he put that cam in dry

[@gregoryoneal5613]

I have a 1999 7.4 L 454 and am wanting to remove the fuel injection and put an intake and carb. Does anyone have a suggestion on which intake manifold to use? Im putting the engine in a 1977 corvette.

[@paulmryglod4802]

Gregory O'Neal my buddy installed a performer intake with an 850 Holley with annular discharge boosters, smallish cam, headers, stock heads, upgraded rockers. awesome street motor. idles perfect, rips from idle to 5k.

[@shitbox7413]

paul mryglod, I agree, performer is an excellent manifold for making low rpm torque, and would be best in a 77 Corvette where hood clearance is at a minimum. Performer RPM is better yet if you have the hood clearance...

[@LandonRoy-cv9rt]

Nothing like bbc TORQUE

[@pmd7771969]

I've seen 930 hp from a 15.1 comp 427 with a 320 dur cam with 377 afr heads. All n.a. on race gas 118 oct. Tunnel rammed duel 1050. Beat that.

[@hankclingingsmith8707]

How much money you got. ?. That 427 is a 17k motor with tunnel ram.

[@dave194315]

Puts a brand new cam in dry, can't fix stupid!

[@nathanbutler8240]

yeah puts it in dry with no gloves on to protect cam from fingerprints and didnt degree in the cam or show how to check piston to valve clearance lol someone gonna follow this and bliw there shit up haha

[@dave194315]

+nathan butler must've looked up another KZbin video on how to install a camshaft on a big block lmao

[@nathanbutler8240]

+dave194315 haha no engine builder..

[@nathanbutler8240]

+dave194315 im guessing thats what you did tho ;) lol iv been building engines for 7 years professionally

[@dave194315]

+nathan butler you're guessing I looked up a video? Hell no I'm no professional engine builder but I've built my fair share, but to anyone with mechanical knowledge it's common sense not to put any new piece of an engine in dry.

[@randyjustice4561]

Not work it money watch engine masters if you want the truth on cam shafts

[@randyjustice4561]

Why does he remind me of Jim cary

[@bighoudini6130]

Fire marshall bill !!!!

[@joeyjr4145]

What's the first engine?

[@buick4013]

For god sakes use a wrench!

[@superduty4556]

Those 1/4 impacts don't have much torque.

[@tapiceriaindianapolis8980]

Eso se podía en lá 4Replublica

[@porschetech72901]

the music tho.... why?

[@davidson2004fatboy]

PUT IN the BIG STRAUB CAM

[@johnwoodworth248]

Personally I blame squirrels