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Can't hurt to ask!

How do we get in line for that job!

Subscribed. Looks like an awesome product and can't wait for them to be available!

I don't think EFI would affect my HP numbers in either direction...if I chose to go that direction it would be solely for the convenience of starting and drive ability as you mention

Still doing research but looking at going with something like a Comp Cams XR282RF. I know that I will be changing the associated parts (⎌lifters, pushrods, valve springs & hardware) but CC says the 1431-16 steel roller tip rocker that I currently have installed will work. Would you guys stick with them or better to spring for full roller units? I will be sticking with a 1.6 ratio as I wouldn't have clearance for lift beyond .550 per Trick Flow (I will verify with clay before final assembly)

Presumably the 400hp version will be cheaper? I have been reading up on the Holley kit and am very interested in it as well. Although don't believe it will be shipping until April

Thanks Ray! For those that did a custom grind cam from Bullet (or similar), what did the cam cost if you don't mind sharing? Did you get matching lifters, rockers, etc from them or just go with off the shelf bits from a speed shop based on their recommendations? Ps- love that there are so many guys just like me...I'm going to tell my wife I'm normal after all! ;)

I'm running a wide ratio...as you noted if I had the close ratio I would swap to a set of 3.73 or 3.89 and be happy when I pull the trigger on an overdrive. Understood on the EFI - cam relationship as well. Probably worth asking FITech their opinion but I'm assuming they are essentially designing their system around carb setups as that is their target market!

Only downside to doing gears before deciding on the trans is how different a ratio I would look for. I could probably get by with a 3.50 and top loader but even that would be a little low for what I'd want with the T-5 if I swapped down the road

Yeah I like the idea of the easy starting and less tinkering of the EFI. Any reason the EFI would weigh in on my cam choice? The only deterrent to the overdrive is the cost...part of why I'm planning to try to rebuild a T-5 myself!

All the recent talk about camshafts, EFI, T-5's and gear ratios have gotten me thinking. I've been thinking of doing all these upgrades for some time and have even begun collecting bits. Rather than steal someone else's thread I figured I should make my own. Current setup is a 351W bored .020" with stock bottom end, Trick Flow 170 heads, Comp Cams XE262H flat tappet cam, 1.6 rockers, Eddy Performer intake, Holley 650cfm double pumper, Hooker Super Comp headers and Pertronix billet distributor. Have a Weiand Stealth manifold on the shelf. 4 speed toploader feeds stock 2.89 gears in 9". Life has gotten in the way for the past ten years so the car has been neglected. I'm hoping to change that this winter cause I want to enjoy it again and my son is dying to ride in it (5 year old who calls it a race car)! I'm leaning towards installing an EFI system like FITech (or similar) and plan to upgrade the rear end to include a TruTrac (currently open). I have a T-5 that I toyed with the idea of building up with an Astro kit and going with a 3.73 or 4.11 rear, otherwise I would probably go with a 3.25 behind the toploader. While playing with the engine I will be installing the Stealth manifold but was thinking of springing for a hydraulic roller cam as well. First question is probably whether or not all this work will be worth it! The car will spend 80% of its time cruising around town/highway with the balance spent at club events including drag strips and "road courses". Please let me know which direction you would head and your experiences/parts you would use again or avoid. Thanks!

Bob, first thanks for doing this and the work...one question and one comment. Do you have an idea (not binding in anyway) as to the expected duration or time to shipment for those of us interested in participating? Regarding PayPal payments as friends, will this be to a personal or business account? I ask because I know w few folks that have had their business accounts frozen by PayPal for repetitive and large payments as friends...it seems they want their money! If this is a personal account it may not apply

I'm surprised that FITech won't/wouldn't just create or issue a discount code. I know that there is no real motivation for them to do so but that is what I have seen other companies do in these situations. I know the root of the issue for them is guaranteeing the order volume.

The Aeromotive does look like a nice bit of kit but as you mentioned the price is almost prohibitive. For the cost of the Phantom 340 kit you can just about buy a whole new EFI tank and pump from Tanks Inc (or similar). Bryon, I assume the hoses in the Holley install were PTFE hoses...some companies like Earls and do a black nylon/kevlar cover instead of the stainless steel. For those who have done the install, what size/brand hoses did you go with?

Great thread! I also plan to get in on the group buy but like you have been starting to read up on the other bits. For my Mach I will likely replace the fuel tank with the EFI unit from Tanks Inc with an in tank pump and run new lines (supply and return) for the fuel. I hadn't thought of an inertia switch but it's a great idea and hope others interject on it.