1998 5.7L Vortec L31 Cam Question

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What is the best aftermarket cam for a 1998 5.7L Vortec L31 1/2 ton K1500 that requires little to no modifications? My engine is completely stock. Any suggestions would greatly appreciated.

 

[olduglyforeman]

Gm 14097395 works with stock engine. Tune really wakes it up.
HAve ran it both ways in 350 and 383 .works with you lifters rockers springs heads. Price under $200 .better off idle mid top end . Idle may give 50 rpm wave.

WHile your there look at distributor gear see if it is like a razor blade edge if it is its worn out.

 

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I appreciate that information. Where is the best place to tune my 1998 Chevrolet K1500 350 Vortec? It has the original Computer and I know our trucks with the Black Box are not as Tuner Friendly as the 411 but I want to keep the original Computer and what to know where (What Company) I can get the most out of my Computer. What are the best options?

 

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Also Can a Tuner Tune Out the O2 Sensors and Cats so that I can Straight Pipe it?

 

[michael hurd]

Also Can a Tuner Tune Out the O2 Sensors and Cats so that I can Straight Pipe it?

Yes, they can tune out the rear O2 sensors, but I wouldn't. Nor would I install 'true' dual straight pipes. With no bank to bank scavenging, you are throwing power out the window.

Installing a camshaft to make more power, and then throwing it all out the window is a non starter for me. Do what you like.

Slightly larger camshaft with headers and single exhaust with a Y, yes.
Slightly larger camshaft with stock manifolds and straight pipes, no.

 

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That makes sense I definitely would want to maximize the power I have with the setup I have. What would you suggest for our trucks to get the most out of them for the Exhaust Setup?