GSC Power Division On How To Spec A Camshaft , Stock Camshaft Reliability, and NA Vs Boosted Cams
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In this episode of the Street Alpha Podcast, we dive deep into the world of camshafts with Greg from GSC. We discuss how to spec the right camshaft for your build, whether it's NA or boosted, and explore how camshafts are made. Learn if stock camshafts are worth it, which aftermarket options are best, and get tips on picking the perfect camshaft for your setup. Tune in to discover everything you need to know about camshafts in the automotive world!
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00:00:00 Intro 00:01:43 How GSC Started 00:09:55 How Camshafts Work 00:12:10 How Camshafts Are Made 00:15:06 Choosing Camshafts For The Right Reasons 00:19:10 Overbuilding Camshafts For Future 00:22:54 Camshafts For Street Alpha Build 00:25:28 RB26 1500hp Camshaft Spec 00:28:12 GSC Camshaft Series 00:30:15 Understanding Camshaft Specs 00:31:59 Why GSC Doesn't Work On LS Engines 00:33:51 Camshaft Advertised Duration 00:35:29 BMW Camshafts 00:39:09 B58 Vs S58 Valve-train Differences 00:43:46 1200HP S58 Camshaft 00:45:19 White Rice 2JZ Build 00:47:44 Back To The BMW S58 Limitations 00:50:07 Making 1000HP Is Not The Same Anymore 00:51:38 Valve Spring Technology Advancements 00:51:59 Dual Springs Vs Conical Springs 00:53:40 F150 Coyote Cams 00:56:11 OEM Coyote Cams Vs Aftermarket 00:57:12 NA Vs Boosted Camshafts 00:58:49 The Best Camshaft For A Boosted F150 Coyote 01:01:54 GSC Honda Projects 01:04:00 Myles Gringotegra Build 01:04:20 Honda B Series Limitations 01:08:49 Lamborghini Cams 01:12:22 Lamborghini Valve-train Limitations 01:16:16 Why Most Of The Fastest Cars Run GSC Parts 01:17:45 GSC Developing For RB26 01:19:59 Cast Vs Billet Camshafts 01:21:28 Who Should Run Billet Cams 01:23:39 The Downside Of Running Cast Cams 01:24:12 DLC Coated Buckets With Billet Cams Myth 01:27:24 Do All Camshaft Manufactures Have The Same Machinery 01:29:29 Copy And Paste Manufacturers 01:32:05 Whats Next For GSC 01:33:38 GSC C8 Involvement 01:35:34 How Greg Feels About Cam Chop 01:37:21 Coyote Copied GTR 01:38:49 Customer Requests For Cam Chop 01:40:09 How EV Cars Lack Character
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