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Old Aug 26, 2003 | 08:21 PM
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The Basics on a camshaft

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/camshaft1.htm

I figured someone could use this in making a better decision on what cam they want after they fully understand how it works.
Old Aug 26, 2003 | 08:44 PM
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Re: The Basics on a camshaft

Originally posted by therealmagyver
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/camshaft1.htm

I figured someone could use this in making a better decision on what cam they want after they fully understand how it works.
there are far more important issuses it doesn't cover such as IVO IVC, EVO, EVC and lift... but a good start
Old Aug 26, 2003 | 10:20 PM
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what do all those abbreviations mean?
Old Aug 26, 2003 | 10:22 PM
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Originally posted by JeffHooke
what do all those abbreviations mean?
I = intake
E = exhuast
V= valve
O= opening
C = closing
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