Camshaft Selection

[gbodysupreme]

I am looking to upgrade the camshaft in my 84 cutlass supreme. It has the stock Y-Code 307 V8, which I'm planning on upgrading. I have heard that too much cam will cause the engine to perform poorly, and I don't know what is considered too much cam for the engine. I plan on putting a "17" casting intake off of a 403 on the engine, along with a header-back dual exhaust system and tuning the Q-Jet. I know the stock cam is a Hydraulic Flat Tappet, so is that substantial or could a solid lifter cam be fitted? The car will be a daily driver, but I want some more performance out of the engine. Any suggestions will be appreciated.

 

[jetsetw31]

Aftermarket cams in 307s don't fare well normally. I'd go with your exhaust plans and use the stock intake. A new timing chain does wonders for the 307. Depending on the trans, (3 speed or 4 speed) a rear gear change will wake up your take off drastically. If you do cam it, go just over stock. You won't be getting too much from a 307 without spending a lot, then you might as well get the Olds 350. (A direct bolt in for the 307) Your upgrades will make a bigger impact with a 350 and still be drivable. IMHO
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