Should You Cam Your 4.6 2V Mustang GT? Are Cams Worth It?

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  • Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
  • Is it worth it getting cams in a SN95 Mustang with the 4.6 2 valve?
    Mods:
    -Custom Cams (226/230 .525/.550 110 LSA)
    -Shorty headers
    -O/R H-pipe
    -Borla Stinger Catback
    -bbk 78mm tb
    -JLT cold air intake
    -Tune
    -1.5” lowering springs
    -Short throw shifter
    -Aftermarket clutch
    0:00 2004 Mustang GT Edit
    0:50 Exhaust
    1:30 Introduction
    3:10 Before You Order Cams
    3:54 The Cost Of My Cams Swap
    5:51 Is It Worth It?
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  • @yatubekid
    @yatubekid 3 роки тому +3

    I love an honest review. 👍

  • @Flathead-fb5tk
    @Flathead-fb5tk 3 роки тому +21

    I plan on doing MHS stage 2 cams myself in the near future, along with springs, adjusters and followers, valve seals, timing, etc. However I also plan on doing all of the labor myself which will save a LOT of cash. Plus I love my old 2v. She's been good to me for a long time. If you can do the install yourself, I'd say it's totally worth it.

    • @murphyoconnor12
      @murphyoconnor12 2 роки тому

      What about porting cc port matching bowl blending and polishing the heads with a 3 angle valve job ?

  • @johnbarker419
    @johnbarker419 3 роки тому

    That's honesty. Honesty is good.

  • @redeyedray6376
    @redeyedray6376 3 роки тому +9

    had to change the alternator, thats why people love 2valves.

  • @kennethbrooks4755
    @kennethbrooks4755 3 роки тому

    Thanks great information 👍🏿

  • @03stanggt93
    @03stanggt93 3 роки тому +4

    Sounds good bro. 🤘

  • @joshuastaley8483
    @joshuastaley8483 3 роки тому +9

    I love this guy’s personality and honesty. I’d hang out with this guy and turn wrenches with him all day.

    • @jadielabdiel5921
      @jadielabdiel5921 3 роки тому

      A trick: you can watch series on flixzone. Been using them for watching all kinds of movies lately.

    • @jonathanlawrence2249
      @jonathanlawrence2249 3 роки тому

      @Jadiel Abdiel yup, have been watching on Flixzone} for since december myself :)

  • @dres442
    @dres442 3 роки тому +3

    It sounds good and looks good! I have an 02 GT thanks for some ideas.

  • @Twin_on_one
    @Twin_on_one 2 роки тому

    4v guy here just stopping by

  • @windsormohler5031
    @windsormohler5031 Рік тому

    Cms stage 1 cams pi swap and longubes here totally worth it

  • @chipsmith7459
    @chipsmith7459 3 роки тому +5

    Nice car, thanks for the post. I think there is a lot of value in the older mustangs, even the SN95's. For what it is, it's an affordable practical sporty car (contrasting the mustang to my C6 Z06 and sport bikes). However, on the performance side 1 liter sport bikes are the way to go, just make training a high priority and don't kill yourself. Honestly, the 550HP 6 speed Corvette feels like dog compared to the bikes, so the mustang will never be an F1 Indy car, from power or handling, and I won't even try. With acceleration, the bikes have seriously ruined things for me... People don't believe me, but if into acceleration: 490 Ibs with 180 hp is NATURAL GIDDY HIGH FUN - LIKE SKY DIVING - SCARY FAST (JUST SHARING). Nothing like it.
    This summers current project car is a Mustang 1998 GT 5 speed. It has been sitting in my yard for 12 years but I think its going to turn out awesome. I'm rebuilding the T45 now putting in new upgraded synchros (when new was best transmission ever - super smooth), then will be putting in a 3.73 with new internals. A bottom up restore, all new stock brakes, suspension and tires. I haven't decided what I'm doing with the 2V when I pull it out, but overall I'm going for the stock look and reliability. Make the mustang what it should have been when it was new. Any suggestions on the motor? My initial thought was ported PI heads, PI intake, and Comp Cams 262 degreed. Would slotting the pistons make an impact? The stock engine always felt too much like a truck engine. My goal is more power but make it more rev happy and matched to the 3.73 gear & T45 for daily fun drivability. Then I'm going to put some serious miles on it.

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому

      I’m never going to get a bike because I’m afraid it will take away all the enjoyment I get out cars. As for the engine sounds like a decent setup but I wouldn’t expect much more than 280 wheel. Maybe a little more. These are good boost engines if you want more power.

  • @danielborth7753
    @danielborth7753 8 місяців тому

    Are the 262s the stage 3 Comp cams to clarify

  • @lamarwiggins357
    @lamarwiggins357 Рік тому

    What spark plugs should I use in my 2001 gt 2v that in installed a mild set of cams in. It’s also tuned.

  • @tyblackburn5914
    @tyblackburn5914 2 роки тому

    I plan on doing cams, as well as an x pipe, new headers, and some new rims

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  2 роки тому

      That’ll sound great!

  • @jamesa6272
    @jamesa6272 2 роки тому +1

    I thought I was on top with my 97. Had it finally driving nice after sitting for 7 years. Had a new top installed. It’s a convertible. Finally got the or h pipe and flows sounding good. Put shocks struts and subframe connectors. New tires. Was about to buy rear control arms and BANG a tree falls on it. WTF! Now I’m set back and have to buy 2 fenders and a hood. Just remember the parts you pay and put into may not be able to get back. Always wanted to do cams but I just can’t see the price for them.

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  2 роки тому +1

      Wow that sucks. I hope you get it going again.

    • @jamesa6272
      @jamesa6272 2 роки тому

      @@CarGuyV8 thanks man. Hows your car. Still happy with the cams?

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  2 роки тому

      I drove it for over a year without any problems after the cams swap. It was great. I sold it though and bought a couple of classic trucks that took it’s place.

  • @2RCPRODUCTIONS
    @2RCPRODUCTIONS 3 роки тому +5

    Nice ride man! I say yes absolutely worth it. Mhs stage 2 cams here, did all work myself changed everything I could while apart from lash adjusters to seals, oil pump, ford racing timing components, etc etc etc and I haven’t figured exactly but probably 2800 or so and worth every dime imo. Runs and drives great and I can’t get enough of that idle 😃👍Thumbs up and new Sub!

    • @2RCPRODUCTIONS
      @2RCPRODUCTIONS 3 роки тому

      I thought I was new Sub but I already Subbed👍

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +2

      I bet yours sounds like a beast! Thanks for watching!

    • @2RCPRODUCTIONS
      @2RCPRODUCTIONS 3 роки тому

      CarGuyV8 our cam profiles are very similar so mine sounds alot like yours except for different exhaust and no prob brother👍

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +1

      What exhaust are you running? These stingers are pretty mild at idle b

    • @2RCPRODUCTIONS
      @2RCPRODUCTIONS 3 роки тому

      CarGuyV8 I love the stinger sound and I have been thinking of trying them. I have an 01 Bullitt in true blue with stock manifolds, off road h and jones full boar deflector 2 mufflers. I have some exhaust samples on my channel if your interested in hearing it

  • @charlesdixon1804
    @charlesdixon1804 Рік тому

    Great video how many miles do you have on your car

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  Рік тому

      It had 150xxx in the video

  • @marine0331inf
    @marine0331inf 3 роки тому +4

    Yes it is worth it. Mine has been cammed for a few years now.

    • @raulgonzalez2580
      @raulgonzalez2580 2 роки тому +1

      What stage size

    • @marine0331inf
      @marine0331inf 2 роки тому +1

      @@raulgonzalez2580 Comp cams XE270AH

    • @marine0331inf
      @marine0331inf 2 роки тому +1

      @Nature Awakening Meditation yes a tune and the beehive springs, and the stock springs can bind at upper rpms. You can also go with long tube headers to take advantage of the extra air flow as well.

    • @robertkeeton2149
      @robertkeeton2149 12 днів тому +1

      ​@@marine0331inf did you have to use adjustable cam gears was there ptv issues?

    • @marine0331inf
      @marine0331inf 5 днів тому +1

      @@robertkeeton2149 I did not use the adj. Cam gears with my build...and I have not had any issues. I hope it helps you out.

  • @hermanrogers1325
    @hermanrogers1325 3 роки тому

    I was going to boost my 04 Mustang GT automatic but then i found a 14 Mustang GT 6 speed and spent my boost money for a down payment now i under stand that both cars have personalities and boy I love them both but the 5.0hhhhhhh yea

  • @ol_smokey9370
    @ol_smokey9370 2 роки тому +2

    I'm rebuilding the engine in my 2000, I think I will finish it at around $4500. I'll be happy if it's over 300hp at the crank.

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  2 роки тому +2

      They’re certainly expensive. Want to know something sad in comparison to modular motors? I’m buying a top end kit for my sbc 408 ci. It’ll be around $2,500 for everything and will make around 425+ at the crank. And it’s not even that radical of a setup.

    • @ol_smokey9370
      @ol_smokey9370 2 роки тому

      @@CarGuyV8 if I could do it again I would have Coyote swapped. I'm rebuilding every part of this car. I got it cheap, it sat for 3 years after it developed a rod knock. It's a fun project.

    • @smackledorfmcsween
      @smackledorfmcsween 2 роки тому

      Bruh, for that amount you could build a high compression 2V. Pistons are $6-900, rods are about a $5-700, nsr mutha thumper cams are $870. You've already got PI heads. Or if you're a savage you'll find some 3V heads from a scrap yard and mutha thump those bitches and slap them on your 4.6. 3V heads flow 216cfm intake bone stock.

  • @kbgt1523
    @kbgt1523 3 роки тому +2

    Got some custom grind cams from Todd Warren on the way. The money is worth the lope to me lol

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +2

      If I had known about him at the time I would’ve too.

    • @TerryByrdJr
      @TerryByrdJr Рік тому

      Marty says he's the go to for cams

  • @danielborth7753
    @danielborth7753 8 місяців тому

    I don't know much about cams but they make more power

  • @raulgonzalez2580
    @raulgonzalez2580 2 роки тому

    I did a stage 3 cam on mine and took it for a dyno, but had trouble tunning it losses power at 4500 rpm does anyone know why?

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  2 роки тому +2

      Did you upgrade the fuel pump or fuel injectors?

  • @CreepyCoolPictures
    @CreepyCoolPictures 2 роки тому

    What wheels are you using? Where could I find those?

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  2 роки тому +1

      They’re 03 cobra reps. Used to be sold on American muscle .com

  • @Novagunner
    @Novagunner 3 роки тому

    do you think id be better spending the $3200 on the vortech SI trim SC?

    • @P71ScrewHead
      @P71ScrewHead 3 роки тому +1

      Yes!! But nothing wrong with a built engine 1st, then a blower, that's just how i see it.. Start with a 2v stroker forged internal kit, then everything else..

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +1

      If you’re looking for more than the 20-30 hp that cams will gain you then yes.

  • @WarriorOfEden3033
    @WarriorOfEden3033 Рік тому

    Water pump is on the accessory belt not gear driven. Think you meant oil pump

  • @rawsko0316
    @rawsko0316 2 роки тому

    Cams are pretty easy, hardest part is getting the covers off....

  • @jeremytalcott4161
    @jeremytalcott4161 3 роки тому +3

    274 and boost 12psi

  • @ricklodestein1101
    @ricklodestein1101 Рік тому

    Run a Comp cams 262AH. Run a larger throttle body. Add a cheater NOS kit. Depending on your transmission. Plan accordingly.. Go have fun.

  • @capribytheseafrontdesk2206
    @capribytheseafrontdesk2206 3 роки тому

    how much horsepower did it make ?

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +1

      I never dynoed it

  • @WarriorOfEden3033
    @WarriorOfEden3033 2 роки тому

    Short answer yes long answer yes if you can do it yourself

  • @As-nw4fg
    @As-nw4fg 2 роки тому

    Gt are fun to burn rubber & do donuts a mach1 or cobra is more for a straight line.

  • @austint.5009
    @austint.5009 3 роки тому +2

    After watching a few videos like this im just gonna sink the money into a vortech v3 kit instead

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +4

      I don’t blame you. You’ll definitely gain a lot more power for the money. Unfortunately it won’t lope though!

    • @bodyshotjake7475
      @bodyshotjake7475 3 роки тому +2

      @@CarGuyV8 The whistle and BOV explosion sounds just as good. Both is better!

  • @steveparlier9282
    @steveparlier9282 3 роки тому +2

    Totally agree 3100 bucks for 40 hp Isnt worth that at all!!! U could have procharged it for that and gained 200 hp but I’m sure u would have to do a few other things to procharge it but would be a better performance then just cams

  • @connorreid9130
    @connorreid9130 Рік тому

    Video starts at 0:58 seconds

  • @bossjorge86
    @bossjorge86 3 роки тому

    I just got quoted $4,500 tuned, minus the cams 💔

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому

      Yeah it’s definitely expensive...

  • @LeachimSagrav333
    @LeachimSagrav333 Рік тому

    Stop thinking about it and just cam it already!

  • @marclebouthillier9937
    @marclebouthillier9937 2 роки тому

    Power ?

  • @95Sn95
    @95Sn95 Рік тому

    Just toss a spinnie boy supercharger and get most bang for your buck! Then when you can afford to toss in cams it'll really jam out almost as good as a 5.0 windsor! Jus messing.

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  Рік тому

      I actually agree with your 5.0 Windsor statement lol

  • @mustangaddict589
    @mustangaddict589 3 роки тому

    Don’t feel bad just paid 2300. Check out my video shop sent me.

  • @jamesa6272
    @jamesa6272 2 роки тому

    Not enough chop for me

  • @boxcarent.3147
    @boxcarent.3147 2 роки тому

    It's only worth it, if you do it yourself. For that money just add a used supercharger, exhaust and a tune. You are good to go , screw the cams.

  • @Pedro-en3ty
    @Pedro-en3ty 3 роки тому +2

    NEW EDGE*

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +1

      *SN95

    • @Pedro-en3ty
      @Pedro-en3ty 3 роки тому

      @@CarGuyV8 new edge buddy

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  3 роки тому +7

      @Pedro It is a New Edge, but it’s still the SN95 platform. I titled the video as such so it would cover all 4.6 mustangs from 96-04.

    • @Aqua350Lt1
      @Aqua350Lt1 3 роки тому +3

      @@Pedro-en3ty I bet u were the 1 dislike 😂

  • @Dungappy
    @Dungappy 3 роки тому +3

    Not worth it ! Throw on an ON3 kit or Torktech low boost and won’t look back

    • @bodyshotjake7475
      @bodyshotjake7475 3 роки тому +2

      Or just grab a used centri with FMIC and make 448rwhp like I did

    • @christopherpaez4948
      @christopherpaez4948 3 роки тому

      @@bodyshotjake7475 what’s a centri?

    • @bodyshotjake7475
      @bodyshotjake7475 3 роки тому +2

      @@christopherpaez4948 Centrifugal Supercharger like Vortech, Paxton, Procharger

    • @bodyshotjake7475
      @bodyshotjake7475 3 роки тому

      @Yasser Navarrete yes but I would start with boost the cam latter

    • @bodyshotjake7475
      @bodyshotjake7475 3 роки тому +1

      @Yasser Navarrete hell yeah if your building the motor it’s going to cost 💲

  • @GatesRapes
    @GatesRapes Рік тому

    Couldn't get past the intro

  • @tim76239
    @tim76239 2 роки тому

    Didn't get past the intro

  • @GatesRapes
    @GatesRapes 2 роки тому +1

    Nope , it's not worth the expense to cam the 4.6

  • @danielborth7753
    @danielborth7753 8 місяців тому

    Are the 262s the stage 3 Comp cams to clarify

    • @CarGuyV8
      @CarGuyV8  8 місяців тому

      262 is a stage 1 comp cam.