cams for 50 trim
 

Just curious what people would run for cams for a 50 sized turbo, I was thinking HKS 272 or FP2's, Would these help stretch the hp out more towards 7500rpm? I run e85, any may be running upwards of 30psi. Are the cams going to make a serious difference over stock?

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I would run 272's.

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Run some HKS 272's and yes they will make considerable more power up top over the stockers.

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HKS 272's are the shizzle.

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word

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272
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used hks 272

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yeah, I like the used hks 272 idea.

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I have some web 272s for sale if you are interested

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I'm not at the moment... getting a O2 housing first, this spring/summer maybe.

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no offense to cman3000 but web cams are probably the only cams i would stay far far away from unless you can find a set for like $125

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Thats what I've heard...

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ive had them.

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new or used HKS 272's or bust! Keep it simple ;)

Otherwise, maybe look at GSC S2's, with a set of valvesprings (and fresh valve stem seals while you're in there!). If I were to upgrade the cams in my evo, they'd be these:

http://www.maperformance.com/gsc-pow...camshafts.html

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According to FP the FP2's are similar to the HKS272's but with more emphasis on the top-end while giving up a little low-end. The FP4R also looks like a great choice for a 50-trim if you're willing to replace your valve springs (basically a more aggressive FP2).

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well the non x series FP cams don't need upgraded valve train I though.

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Thanks for the plug! If the OP decides to go with a new set, please feel free to PM me for pricing, we do pretty well for forum members ;)

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The FP4R replaced the FP2x.

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Just though to put in my 2 cents, I like my hks272

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I have swapped my hks 272's in and out of 3 of my cars now. they are in the evo now, but will end up in the hatch this summer for some big ass cams for the evo and the 2.4 going in it

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I just noticed you have a 90' GS-T, so even 91' GSX / GS-T cams would be an improvement let alone the HKS 272's!

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IMHO, HKS 272 cams > all other 272 cams.

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Word.

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Yeah, and drivability is somewhat of a priority too, and since I'm not planning on doing and valvetrain work just yet, 7500-8000rpm is about all the higher I want to go, if a 50 will even be making peak power out there... my car seems like it starts falling off around 6500rpm now, I think with some flow issues fixed and cams that should be closer to 7000rpm?

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You shouldn't have to worry about drive ability issues from 272 cams, many daily drive their DSM on them. If you wanted to be a little more conservative and 'street' able you could consider 264 intake / 272 exhaust cams which is my personal favorite combo.

Are you still stuck on the stock intake manifold? That will be a big restriction in the higher RPMs on high boost along with a stock throttle body elbow...

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HKS 272's or FP4R's.

One thing to consider, 30 psi on a .50 trim is pretty much maxed out, especially as the rpm goes higher. So although you will see an improvement, you may want to consider upping the turbo in the near future.

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Yeah, I knew that would be about all that turbo would do as far as boost, just thinking making more efficient use of it may help... of course one might think more traction would be the most efficient use, But I have given up on that till the AWD swap.