Performance Camshaft

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i think this has been stated a few times before...but i'm still unsure......i have a Turner Motorsports Performance Chip programmed with the Jim Conforti software on my e36...i want to know if i need it reprogrammed or need to do anything in order to put a performance camshaft on my car [???1] .....thanks, any response is appreciated [:)]
 

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i cant find any info about the 328. i did find a pair of schrick cams for an e36 325 and they claim 25hp and 25lb ft of torque. i have the same car and have been lookin around myself
 
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Vance:

Do you know someone with this mod in a 328i? The cams cost a lot so it's important to investigate first about the power feeling AND the idle behavior.[???1]

Be happy

Gustavo
 
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i do have a friend who's dad is a mechanic, and he says the new cams will make it feel like a new car speedwise....but i really dont know from first hand experience...however, people looking for good cams (a bit pricey) can go to www.bavauto.com .....i'm still lookin for other sites sellin cams, not havin much luck tho....thanks for the responses...as always, its much appreciated[:)]
 
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Hey VANCE, can you post a link to the website where you got the info about the cams for a 325. 25hp and 25lb ft of torque is not so bad compared to the cat back power gains. Thanks.
 
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WOW, they are pricey. When replacing two it would cost more than $1500. Never thought it would be that much. I guess I'll just enjoy what I have now. Wait a minute, why am I looking for performance parts, I love the car as it is now. lol
 
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I don't think you would have to get both since exhaust and intake are kind of two separate things, but I would think it'd be better to get both. You'll have to disassemble a lot, why not replace both at the same time.
 
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No you wouldn't need both. The only problem is is that if you want to feel anything out of the cams (other than a slightly ruff idle) you'll need to buy a chip programmed for them. You see, the only difference that a cam will do is open a valve fuller (opener, I can't think of the right word) when it does this it allows a chance for more air/fuel to get into the engine, however, you can only put just so much air/fuel in an engine and when BMW built these engines, they put performance cams in them, granted not insane performance cams, but enough to generate a lot of power without a really ruff idle. The cam lobes are very large stock wise and since you can only put so much air/fuel into the engine, it's not very wise to buy an intake cam if you're short on money. The REAL beauty comes in with the exhaust cam, coupled with a nice wide exhaust. What will happen is the valve will open up really...open (again I can't think of a better word) and the exhaust will get pushed out much quicker than with a stock cam. Plus this will be less wear and tear on your pistons and rings. However it will be more wear and tear on your springs and lifters. So you really need to put a lot of thought into it before you go ahead and do it. Also, unless you know what you're doing you'll need to get them installed professionally. I've installed cams before and no, it is NOT easy if you don't know what you're doing. Plus, you're going to need at least 4 BMW special tools. You might get away with three but that's a risk you'll have to take. Anyway, my two cents, maybe three...
 
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cams are so sweet. when i finally make some money (or if....) and get my chip intake exhaust done, then i want to do cams. that'd be way cool. a nice burbley idle, mmmmmhmmmmm.
 
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lol if only money wasnt an issue....i also have to start saving....do cams make that much a difference? i've read alot, but havent seen much numbers....and i've had mechanics tell me they can do wonders if u upgrade right
 


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