Camshaft question.. need more info

Smokestang88 · January 24th, 2012, 10:27 PM

so since buying this built head off of my uncle over a year ago i decided to start disassembling it and get it ready to get thermo cleaned throught my local machine shop.. i pulled the cam and on one end the markings are CWC and more towards the front theres another marking of EP 311.. i cant seem to find any info on this cam and was wondering if anyone had a clue what brand this is and other stuff... id appreciate any useful info..

Mikel89us · January 25th, 2012, 03:30 PM

that should be a Comp Cams number, i think it is anyway.

Mikel89us · January 25th, 2012, 03:32 PM

I can tell you that its probably just the casting number, and if you want to know the specs you should just measure it. If you have the right tools.

Smokestang88 · January 26th, 2012, 12:03 AM

how do ya measure a camshaft? what tools do ya need to measure it?

Mikel89us · January 26th, 2012, 12:36 AM

Originally Posted by Smokestang88

how do ya measure a camshaft? what tools do ya need to measure it?

Well, you can measure a cam with a dial indicator and a degree wheel. you can measure the lift with just a micrometer(or dial caliper if you arent looking for EXACT numbers) but a micrometer will only tell you the size of the lobe lift. You will need to know the rocker arm ratio which i think is 1.6:1 on a 2.3. Im sure if im wrong someone will let you know. the degree wheel is necessary to figure out duration and phasing. If you can find the tools, there are quick instructional videos on youtube on how to measure.

To measure the lobe lift its easy, take your mic, or caliper, and measure the base circle, do this on the sides if you have the lobe pointed up. then measure top to bottom at its tallest point. Subtract the base circle measurement from the lobe height measurement and you get the net lobe lift. then multiply it by the rocker arm ratio to get the theoretical valve lift ( there will be less than your figured number due to lifter movement)

Cgross609 · February 21st, 2012, 08:26 PM

Just got the same one. Its a Comp Cams 268H hydraulic flat tappet.
70-127-6 - Magnum? Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshafts

Mikel89us · February 21st, 2012, 10:36 PM

I personally think if you are going to build a good engine, you should just buy the $1000 complete head overhaul kit from Esslinger. It comes with eveything to build a badasss head for the 2.3.

Cgross609 · February 21st, 2012, 10:52 PM

It comes with everything but the head?

Smokestang88 · February 27th, 2012, 09:20 PM

Originally Posted by Cgross609

Just got the same one. Its a Comp Cams 268H hydraulic flat tappet.

you have the same cam? is it suitable for running doubled up valve springs and have had head work done to run decent for efi????

Mikel89us · February 28th, 2012, 12:37 PM

Originally Posted by Cgross609

It comes with everything but the head?

Yessir, Cam, cam followers, valves, springs, mousetrap springs, cam tower straps, valve keepers. the only thing you have to buy is the solid lifters. and th machine work to get it all to work.

Mikel89us · February 28th, 2012, 12:39 PM

Cams and Cam Kits: Esslinger Online Store

January 24th, 2012, 10:27 PM	#1
Smokestang88 Regular 1988 Mustang vert 2.3L ? Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chesaning,MI Posts: 79 iTrader: 0 reviews	Camshaft question.. need more info so since buying this built head off of my uncle over a year ago i decided to start disassembling it and get it ready to get thermo cleaned throught my local machine shop.. i pulled the cam and on one end the markings are CWC and more towards the front theres another marking of EP 311.. i cant seem to find any info on this cam and was wondering if anyone had a clue what brand this is and other stuff... id appreciate any useful info..

January 25th, 2012, 03:30 PM	#2
Mikel89us Regular 1991 Mustang 2.3L 11:42 @ 61 in the 1/8th Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Logansport, IN Posts: 362 iTrader: 0 reviews	that should be a Comp Cams number, i think it is anyway. __________________ 1991 Mustang LX 2.3L 5 Speed convert 1989 Ranger 4X4 2.3L 5 Speed Entire turbo kit waiting to be used again.

January 25th, 2012, 03:32 PM	#3
Mikel89us Regular 1991 Mustang 2.3L 11:42 @ 61 in the 1/8th Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Logansport, IN Posts: 362 iTrader: 0 reviews	I can tell you that its probably just the casting number, and if you want to know the specs you should just measure it. If you have the right tools. __________________ 1991 Mustang LX 2.3L 5 Speed convert 1989 Ranger 4X4 2.3L 5 Speed Entire turbo kit waiting to be used again.

February 21st, 2012, 08:26 PM	#6
Cgross609 Regular 93 Mustang LX 2.3 T-5 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Vegreville, AB Posts: 270 iTrader: 0 reviews	Just got the same one. Its a Comp Cams 268H hydraulic flat tappet. 70-127-6 - Magnum? Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshafts __________________ 93 2.3l LX U.S. 15x7 ten hole rims Calypso green Moates QH T-5 Conversion Dual 2.5" Exhaust with Thrush Welded muffler

February 21st, 2012, 10:36 PM	#7
Mikel89us Regular 1991 Mustang 2.3L 11:42 @ 61 in the 1/8th Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Logansport, IN Posts: 362 iTrader: 0 reviews	I personally think if you are going to build a good engine, you should just buy the $1000 complete head overhaul kit from Esslinger. It comes with eveything to build a badasss head for the 2.3. __________________ 1991 Mustang LX 2.3L 5 Speed convert 1989 Ranger 4X4 2.3L 5 Speed Entire turbo kit waiting to be used again.

January 26th, 2012, 12:03 AM	#4
Smokestang88 Regular 1988 Mustang vert 2.3L ? Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chesaning,MI Posts: 79 iTrader: 0 reviews	how do ya measure a camshaft? what tools do ya need to measure it?

February 21st, 2012, 10:52 PM	#8
Cgross609 Regular 93 Mustang LX 2.3 T-5 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Vegreville, AB Posts: 270 iTrader: 0 reviews	It comes with everything but the head? __________________ 93 2.3l LX U.S. 15x7 ten hole rims Calypso green Moates QH T-5 Conversion Dual 2.5" Exhaust with Thrush Welded muffler

February 28th, 2012, 12:39 PM	#11
Mikel89us Regular 1991 Mustang 2.3L 11:42 @ 61 in the 1/8th Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Logansport, IN Posts: 362 iTrader: 0 reviews	Cams and Cam Kits: Esslinger Online Store __________________ 1991 Mustang LX 2.3L 5 Speed convert 1989 Ranger 4X4 2.3L 5 Speed Entire turbo kit waiting to be used again.

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