So the engine refurbishment project is well underway. I pulled out the camshaft and it appears that the profile is an "A grind type" (See attached specifications).
From forums it is understood that the A profile grind is suitable for a single carburetor engine but my engine has dual stromberg Carburetors so the question is then why would this engine have the A type and not a more aggressive cam like a B or C?
I'd like a decent power curve to get up on plane with a fully loaded boat (21ft Starcraft Chieftain) 4 adults 2 children and fishing gear (1200lbs) but also fuel economical for cruising. Not looking to go racing around but I feel like cam profile choice is important right now. I have not measured the cam lobes to see how out of spec (worn) they are as not entirely sure how many hours have been put on the motor since it was refurbished in 2008.
Any guidance or advice is appreciated.
From forums it is understood that the A profile grind is suitable for a single carburetor engine but my engine has dual stromberg Carburetors so the question is then why would this engine have the A type and not a more aggressive cam like a B or C?
I'd like a decent power curve to get up on plane with a fully loaded boat (21ft Starcraft Chieftain) 4 adults 2 children and fishing gear (1200lbs) but also fuel economical for cruising. Not looking to go racing around but I feel like cam profile choice is important right now. I have not measured the cam lobes to see how out of spec (worn) they are as not entirely sure how many hours have been put on the motor since it was refurbished in 2008.
Any guidance or advice is appreciated.
