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So I am looking at a Spring and Cam upgrade on the Vortec 5.7 SBC L31.
The spring kit: Summit Racing Dual Valve Spring Kit LS SME-174003, link
here: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/...5s9gVF5Xvc67y_4aR5vQV0w4oYHyy1yRoCf3AQAvD_BwE
Now I'm aware the springs are a little overkill for the cam, but will this cause any real issues? I wouldn't like to go with a much bigger cam without upgrading the entirety of the heads, keeping in mind this is mainly a commuter, should I go with a slightly more aggressive cam or a different spring kit? Send links if you have any suggestions.
Also, another thing I was thinking about was pushrods and lifters, will these springs put too much pressure on these parts? I realize it would be a good idea to upgrade them regardless but I heard OE is pretty strong, so asking for opinions.
The spring kit: Summit Racing Dual Valve Spring Kit LS SME-174003, link
here: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/...5s9gVF5Xvc67y_4aR5vQV0w4oYHyy1yRoCf3AQAvD_BwE
The Cam shaft: Comp Cams Xtreme Energy Computer controlled 206/212 Hydraulic cam, link here: https://www.compcams.com/xtreme-ene...2-hydraulic-roller-cam-for-oe-roller-sbc.htmlNow I'm aware the springs are a little overkill for the cam, but will this cause any real issues? I wouldn't like to go with a much bigger cam without upgrading the entirety of the heads, keeping in mind this is mainly a commuter, should I go with a slightly more aggressive cam or a different spring kit? Send links if you have any suggestions.
Also, another thing I was thinking about was pushrods and lifters, will these springs put too much pressure on these parts? I realize it would be a good idea to upgrade them regardless but I heard OE is pretty strong, so asking for opinions.
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