Offshoreonly.com

Offshoreonly.com (https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/)
-   General Q & A (https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/general-q-20/)
-   -   Small block RPM (https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/general-q/358031-small-block-rpm.html)

Katanna 12-13-2018 07:56 PM

The cams have been mentioned a couple times so here is the card. Pretty mild.https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.off...850cecea5a.jpg

SB 12-13-2018 09:19 PM

Wow.
Tow truck cams.:wink:
Have I mentioned Air Gap RPM intakes yet ? :)

hogie roll 12-14-2018 10:57 AM


Originally Posted by Katanna (Post 4663626)
The cams have been mentioned a couple times so here is the card. Pretty mild.https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.off...850cecea5a.jpg

I’ve Used the XR269 in a 350 vortec sbc with the rpm air gap. It is 218/224 and very mild in a 350. If I were doing it again I’d have gone 230/236. Depends on your exhaust.

Ryan00TJ 12-14-2018 02:47 PM


Originally Posted by SB (Post 4663645)
Wow.
Tow truck cams.:wink:
Have I mentioned Air Gap RPM intakes yet ? :)

Whatcha think SB? RPM Air Gap is going to be worth +30 ft lbs TQ and probably make a few more HP up top vs that Dart single plane on this app. Current setup prop for 5300rpms. No need for anymore than that.

Power curve looks good. Those good flowing heads helped that baby cam to make power into the low 5000 range. There are always ways to make more power. If your happy, fill it up and enjoy!!

Motors look good BTW!!

Rookie 12-14-2018 06:46 PM


Originally Posted by SB (Post 4662849)
As of now it is screaming for AirGap RPM intakes. I'd love to see the build sheet,thanks.


Originally Posted by SB (Post 4663645)
Have I mentioned Air Gap RPM intakes yet ? :)

If I find 2 Air Gap RPM's on the cheap, I'll buy them just to test back to back in a boat.

Ryan00TJ 12-14-2018 07:14 PM


Originally Posted by Rookie (Post 4663788)
If I find 2 Air Gap RPM's on the cheap, I'll buy them just to test back to back in a boat.

I ran a 355 back to back years ago. Vic Jr vs RPM Air Gap. Air Gap made a huge torque improvement and was faster at WOT. Motor had AFR 195R heads and 226/230 Comp cam. Spun 5600+ rpms.

Same setup rebuilt to a 385ci, AFR 195R, 234/240 cam. Portmatched rpm AirGap to AFR 1205 gasket. Loved 6000+ rpms...


IMO.... Under 6000rpms an RPM Air Gap is your friend...

SB 12-14-2018 07:37 PM


Originally Posted by Rookie (Post 4663788)
If I find 2 Air Gap RPM's on the cheap, I'll buy them just to test back to back in a boat.

This is a small cammed low rpm 390cid small block.

I recommend vic jr on many 502's where others recommend air gap rpms's.

One engine is not another.

getrdunn 12-15-2018 12:46 PM

I'm just curious how your going to like the 29 ftn in rough choppy water in comparison to the 27 magnum you previously owned.

Btw what rpm did the 23's run at WOT. If in line with your peak hp I don't think your going to like the response in the boat. I've been down that road numerous times. More than likely your going to find it to be sluggish in comparison to the 23's unless your WOT rpm is way above 5,300 which I doubt very much. It's all about what you like to do and taylor to your needs. BUT.... I'd bet anything with the right cam and a little head work you could spin your 25's about 5,500 or the 23's 5,900 or so and see some nice speed gains. The difference btwn the 23's and 25's is probably close 400 rpm plus or minus. Probably could even be done without head work. BTW where did I miss what intakes your using now.

I will look for cam in my 421 sbc. It's the king of cams for that build. Unbelievable torque.

Katanna 12-15-2018 08:07 PM

The Dart intakes are on the build parts sheet listed on page one under additional parts. It currently has 6200 rev limiters in it. With two in the boat low fuel I am able to hit the limiter. This is why I questioned where the motor should run based on the dyno sheets, thats beyound my expertise. I know from propping stock 350 mags you should be 46-4800. Sure I could prop down and spin 5000+ but thats not the happy area for the motor. Having more power and torque, I just feel like i should be spinning a bigger wheel. You guys have given me the info needed. When its time for freshening, I may bump the cams up. Currently has 30 hours on the build.


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:23 AM.


Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.