Took my small block 78 Silver Anniversary to a new mechanic because I had a valve that was sticking. It was cracked as was two springs. Replaced all springs and valves. Told a couple lifters were cracked (bad) as well. "New" mechanic said it is a good idea that I replace the cam with lifters as well.
A couple questions:
1. is that necessary or a good idea? I've read where it will/can increase HP.
2. Cost to replace the valves and springs and necessary head work was $1100.00, which I thought was a decent price with all parts and labor. High? Low? Average?
3. Did my research on new cam and lifters and saw a couple places, who specialize in C3s, list at about $350.00. So that appears OK. But total costs for everything is about $2200. That's $750 in labor. Seems a bit steep. I live in north Georgia where my usual Vette mechanic charges $75/hr. Should I be concerned?
PM me at sjh0006@windstream.net
Thank you for any input.
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You think he can do it in less than 10 hours? Seems reasonable to me.
I'd do some research and find a good modern designed cam that will get a little more low end power.
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When I rebuild the 350 in my '75 last year, I put in a Compcams 300+ camshaft and am very happy with it.
If I did it again, I think I would have gone with a roller cam because of the issue of modern oils not having enough phosphorus and zinc to prevent excessive wear in flat-tappet camshafts.
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