CTR or GSR? WTF do I have?????
i bought a pair of what i were told were gsr cams for 50 bucks a while back, since then they have been just chilling in my garage with some pr3 cam gears i put on em. then today i had a pretty reputable builder come over to help me with my hatch, as its raining we run into my garage and i start showing him some of the stuff i have for sale/trade while we wait for it to calm down (its been on and off all day in my part of town) so i get around to showing him the cams i had that i thought were gsr's. he goes on to tell me these are not gsr's, i was like what? (thinking they were b16's and i got scammed
) and i say well what are they then he goes on to tell me that on the dizzy side of the cams i have 3 lines along the ridge on the end of the cam (sorry i do not no what its called) and that makes him think they are ctr's?? i was like WHAT!!!!
o shit i got all excited and shit and just want to clarify this and make sure this is true b4 i got out and tell everyone that they are ctr and they are just gsr's lmk what you guys think imight be able to get pics if anyone needs me to... for now tho
) and i say well what are they then he goes on to tell me that on the dizzy side of the cams i have 3 lines along the ridge on the end of the cam (sorry i do not no what its called) and that makes him think they are ctr's?? i was like WHAT!!!!
o shit i got all excited and shit and just want to clarify this and make sure this is true b4 i got out and tell everyone that they are ctr and they are just gsr's lmk what you guys think imight be able to get pics if anyone needs me to... for now tho
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• The 89-91 B16A cam lobe profiles are the weakest of the bunch. All of them are weaker - whether you have a 1-series or 5-series 89-91 B16A engine. If you can get a set of newer cams, I highly advise it.
• A majority of the 92+ B16A/B17A and 94+ B18C (JDM +US) cam profiles are pretty much the same. Although, the 94+ B18C cams seem to put out a bit more power....just a little bit. Dyno-testing is the best way to tell between these stock cams. Again, 'R' cams are best to have over these....
• Your best bet over any of the stock cams is to purchase a set of 'R' cams. Those blow away any of the stock cams - about 7hp on an naturally aspirated VTEC engine. Of course, if you want more cam power, try Spoon or Toda. Just make sure you get the proper valvetrain to work with those bigger cams or else you can end up with damaged valvetrain components!
• One thing I'd like to mention is that, JDM aftermarket VTEC cams were mainly designed for circuit racing (roadracing in laymen terms). I always here people complaining about the high prices of JDM cams and engine parts. People need to understand that these are high quality parts and a lot of R&D is involved. The Japanese are all up on the road course racing tip and not too much into drag. Although, there are a few Japanese drag race companies, but I'm compelled to talk about that. My point is that, when people dyno their cars with these JDM aftermarket cams, such as Toda or Spoon, and they don't see the top-end power that they were anticipating to see, they should know why. Most of these cams are designed for mid-range power, which is needed on the circuit. So, not all JDM aftermarket cams are the right ones for your type of racing.
• The 89-91 B16A cam lobe profiles are the weakest of the bunch. All of them are weaker - whether you have a 1-series or 5-series 89-91 B16A engine. If you can get a set of newer cams, I highly advise it.
• A majority of the 92+ B16A/B17A and 94+ B18C (JDM +US) cam profiles are pretty much the same. Although, the 94+ B18C cams seem to put out a bit more power....just a little bit. Dyno-testing is the best way to tell between these stock cams. Again, 'R' cams are best to have over these....
• Your best bet over any of the stock cams is to purchase a set of 'R' cams. Those blow away any of the stock cams - about 7hp on an naturally aspirated VTEC engine. Of course, if you want more cam power, try Spoon or Toda. Just make sure you get the proper valvetrain to work with those bigger cams or else you can end up with damaged valvetrain components!
• One thing I'd like to mention is that, JDM aftermarket VTEC cams were mainly designed for circuit racing (roadracing in laymen terms). I always here people complaining about the high prices of JDM cams and engine parts. People need to understand that these are high quality parts and a lot of R&D is involved. The Japanese are all up on the road course racing tip and not too much into drag. Although, there are a few Japanese drag race companies, but I'm compelled to talk about that. My point is that, when people dyno their cars with these JDM aftermarket cams, such as Toda or Spoon, and they don't see the top-end power that they were anticipating to see, they should know why. Most of these cams are designed for mid-range power, which is needed on the circuit. So, not all JDM aftermarket cams are the right ones for your type of racing.
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They are b17a cams now that i see that pic.You dont see them much so i thought they might be itr's but they are 93 gsr's.The last ring threw me off
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813-661-7284 shop
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At the Mobil 1 Lube in brandon we service all your automotive needs.Specialize in Honda/Acura. B series swaps etc. No job to big or small.We are located right in front of Walmart. Ask for Nate.


