383 ROAD RUNNER ENGINE UPGRADES

Old Jul 15, 2019 | 08:29 AM
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383 ROAD RUNNER ENGINE UPGRADES

I'm planning to do some engine upgrades during the upcoming winter on my 68 383 4 speed Road Runner. I'd like to install another cam to give the engine a noticeable lope and am considering a Comp Cams XE262H. I want to maintain the factory cast iron exhaust manifolds and also not get into changing the valve springs, etc. I'm also planning to install one of the throttle body fuel injection kits but haven't yet decided on which one nor which intake manifold would be best suited. If anyone here has some knowledge regarding these changes I'd surely appreciate hearing your thoughts.

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Old Jul 15, 2019 | 09:48 AM
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I think the cam would work nicely but I'm not a fan of changing a cam and not the springs. On the big mopar changing springs with the heads on is not a big deal. I say get the springs. 👍
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Old Jul 15, 2019 | 09:57 AM
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I would hold off on the cam selection until you select your EFI system then ask different manufacturers for their recommendation. That 262 would work great with a carb. I also would think seriously about going with a roller cam system then no worries about oil or lobe wear. Don’t forget to update your oiling system, always good insurance and often overlooked.
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Old Jul 15, 2019 | 05:35 PM
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I would pull the motor and have it reset at 10.0.1 C.R. And then move forward..
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Old Jul 20, 2019 | 06:05 AM
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Thanks to all for your thoughts and response. I won't be making any changes until after Hot August Nights in Reno but I'll keep everyone posted.
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Old Jul 20, 2019 | 08:22 AM
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Sounds good.
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Old Jul 21, 2019 | 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by 68Runner
Thanks to all for your thoughts and response. I won't be making any changes until after Hot August Nights in Reno but I'll keep everyone posted.
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