Since I need to do a timing belt change very soon, it occured to me it may be worthwhile to get cam gears installed. The standard Intake +2 Exhaust -2 settings seem to give a solid 5hp or so gain, which is nice, but I'm curious about any negative effects. Idle? Fuel economy? Stuff like that.
I'm sitting on AEM intake, bored TB, GS-T muffler for power mods right now. Eventually I'll get my ported intake manifold finished and installed. Not looking for drag power here, but figure this is one of those "while you're in there" deals. I also want the car to remain streetable. (I'd rather turn than burn .
Marcus, what were the results from your AEM cam gear problems? I'm very curious as to what JC's analysis was.
#371, "RE: Cam Gears - also, Marcus pls read" In response to Reply # 0
Ya go for the cam gears - my car ran noticeably better especially in the high end (i could tell by the 2nd to 3rd gear shift - it pulled harder). I haven't really heard anything from JC, and I guess it was just some sort of freak accident? The bolts didn't just get loose, they completely flew off. I'm still wondering how it happened. But AEM is releasing some new bolts in a couple months which should be better. I'm gonna email JC right now to ask for any update...
#372, "RE: Cam Gears - also, Marcus pls read" In response to Reply # 1
Since your doing the timing belt install a udp as well if you don't already have. Thats on my list to do when I get ready to change my belt..along with a new water pump.
#373, "RE: Cam Gears - also, Marcus pls read" In response to Reply # 1
will an aem cams do wonders for a 98 gs automatic?
i just had my timing belt replaced while it was in the shop, i had them install the AFX Under Drive Pulley. i also replaced my drop in K&N with an AEM short stack.. it got louder.. think i do feel it more powerful (or maybe the sound makes me think it is )
since mine is an automatic.. i did notice that if i put it on drive and let go of the brake.. the car "cruises" a lot faster than it used to.
i am looking to work on headers next. or maybe suspension...i work in bel air .from the valley, there are lots of winding roads on the way to work. should i get rear bars first or front lower?
'98 GS Automatic AEM Short Stack Bored throttle body Bored Intake GS-T Exhaust NGK Plugs and Wires AFX underdrive pulley
'98 GS AT.Magenta Gray Pearl.Accel Spark Plug Wires.NGK Plugs.AEM Short Stack.GS-T Exhaust.AFX Underdrive pulley.RRE Front Lower Bar.Tenzo Rear Upper Bar.Tenzo Rear Lower Bar.Tenzo Front Upper Bar.Energy Suspension Bushings.Energy Suspension Motor Mounts.
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