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Cosworth IX Cams...Valvetrain upgrade?

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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 02:02 PM
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Cosworth IX Cams...Valvetrain upgrade?

Hey guys,

I found a sweet deal on a set of Cosworth 272's for the IX's and I was wondering if I needed to purchase any valvetrain upgrades like springs and retainers, etc. Could some of you guys running these fill me in? Thanks a lot!
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 02:06 PM
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im not running these, but from what i've read it is recommended. i have seen some pretty sweet deals on them lately myself though.
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 02:08 PM
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no you dont need valvetrains upgrades for the cos... it is a good thing to do them but you dont need to.
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 02:14 PM
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To clarify, I will not be revving further than 8K, and would like to keep boost at 22-23 peak.
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 02:25 PM
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then you are good to go
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 02:45 PM
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Thanks for your help guys!
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Old Jul 23, 2007 | 03:12 PM
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In case your are interested, I've posted my cam results: #158
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