preferred head/cams

Ripper · 12-31-06, 01:43 PM

What is the best, least expensive Head/Cam combo ??

I think I am going to purchase a new head and cam for my '85 4R 22RE Daily Driver (weekend warrior). EngineBuilder seems to be the cheapest for the heads, but what are the performance differences between the 20R and 22RE heads ? As far as cams go, I understand the general specs but not sure how they effect gas milage and smog checks. I read a comparison of the D.O.A. C270 and the TRD #1 (crane) but I know there are other cam profiles available. Does anyone have hands on experience with multiple set ups for comparison ??

pappy · 01-01-07, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Ripper

What is the best, least expensive Head/Cam combo ??

I think I am going to purchase a new head and cam for my '85 4R 22RE Daily Driver (weekend warrior). EngineBuilder seems to be the cheapest for the heads, but what are the performance differences between the 20R and 22RE heads ? As far as cams go, I understand the general specs but not sure how they effect gas milage and smog checks. I read a comparison of the D.O.A. C270 and the TRD #1 (crane) but I know there are other cam profiles available. Does anyone have hands on experience with multiple set ups for comparison ??

I've run a pair of DOA heads. One in my 85 xcab (sold), the other in my 4Runner (complete DOA motor). The xcab had the TRD (Crane) cam. The 4Runner has the DOA C270.

The TRD has better top end and pulls to 5000rpm very easy. Low and mid-range are acceptable.

The C270 is more friendly on the street and off-road. A little bit better low end, and I think stronger than the TRD in the middle (2700+/- 200). It will pull to 5000rpm, but not as easy as the TRD.

What it comes down to is how you will use the truck. I liked both cams. They were a significant improvement over stock. I have had no problem passing smog with either.

norcalsvx · 01-03-07, 11:41 AM

i run the engnbldr head and cam ,its been working great so far

Ripper · 03-22-07, 11:50 AM

I found this finally after a month of reading forums. Very interesting!

http://forums.off-road.com/engines/2...les-22r-2.html

Narrows the field allot; just waiting for DOA numbers for the final verdict.

Red_Chili · 03-22-07, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by norcalsvx

i run the engnbldr head and cam ,its been working great so far

+1. Smokes DOA.

norcalsvx · 03-22-07, 02:34 PM

yea engbldr is the way to go

LoveHotHonda · 03-23-07, 01:51 AM

I used DOA heads, which are perfect for me.

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zidaro · 03-25-07, 01:52 AM

I have the LC street head/cam. Love it and real improvement over stock, pulls hard (for a 4banger). I vote LC or engnbldr.

01-03-07, 11:41 AM	#3
norcalsvx IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 33	i run the engnbldr head and cam ,its been working great so far __________________ 1994 toy 22re Engbldr. street rv head 261c,LC header,Downey dualshocks, BJ spacers, OME torsions, 33x10.50 BFG muds budbuilt xmember/skid plate 2006 Subaru Forester XT 1994 Subaru SVX 1979 Mazda rx7

03-22-07, 11:50 AM	#4
Ripper IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sin City (Vegas) Posts: 42	I found this finally after a month of reading forums. Very interesting! http://forums.off-road.com/engines/2...les-22r-2.html Narrows the field allot; just waiting for DOA numbers for the final verdict. __________________ Ripper

03-22-07, 02:34 PM	#6
norcalsvx IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 33	yea engbldr is the way to go __________________ 1994 toy 22re Engbldr. street rv head 261c,LC header,Downey dualshocks, BJ spacers, OME torsions, 33x10.50 BFG muds budbuilt xmember/skid plate 2006 Subaru Forester XT 1994 Subaru SVX 1979 Mazda rx7

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12-31-06, 01:43 PM	#1
Ripper IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sin City (Vegas) Posts: 42	preferred head/cams What is the best, least expensive Head/Cam combo ?? I think I am going to purchase a new head and cam for my '85 4R 22RE Daily Driver (weekend warrior). EngineBuilder seems to be the cheapest for the heads, but what are the performance differences between the 20R and 22RE heads ? As far as cams go, I understand the general specs but not sure how they effect gas milage and smog checks. I read a comparison of the D.O.A. C270 and the TRD #1 (crane) but I know there are other cam profiles available. Does anyone have hands on experience with multiple set ups for comparison ??

03-23-07, 01:51 AM	#7
LoveHotHonda IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 5	I used DOA heads, which are perfect for me. _____________________________ Honda 07 Ridgeline - Get the Honda 07 Ridgeline Catalog by Honda Motors

03-25-07, 01:52 AM	#8
zidaro IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mammoth Lakes, ca Posts: 26	I have the LC street head/cam. Love it and real improvement over stock, pulls hard (for a 4banger). I vote LC or engnbldr.