I'm slowly gathering together all the parts for my L31 Vortec headed 350 TPI project. I ordered my Vortec TPI base from SDPC last week, but theres a 6 week wait before they can ship

I'm undecided on cam choice at the moment. I was thinking of the Crane 2032 HR, because of its moderate lift.... I want performance but I dont want to sacrifice reliability. The 2032 has 214 / 220 dur @ 0.050, and 0.452 / 0.465 lift with a 112 deg LSA.

The Accel 74211 has slightly less duration but much more lift. Its specs are 211 / 219 @ 0.050, with 0.499 / 0.525 lift, and the same 112 deg LSA. Its also more expensive to purchase.

What are your thoughts on these cams? I'm tempted to go with the 74211, after reading the thread on Mike Crews Vortec headed 383 TPI with this cam.

I want reliability from my motor, and I want a car that is not a pig to drive on the street or in traffic. Thanks for your opinions and experience.

 

I have no personal experience with the LPE 211/219, but I have the LPE 219/219 and LOVE it. A few months back, GM High Tech had a response to a reader's letter and suggested the LPE 211/219 for a car with LTR TPI. From my experience w/ the 219 cam, the 211/219 would be my first choice w/ LTR's.

 

Unless those Vortec heads are clearanced in the valve stem area, the Accel cam may be too much. Max for the Vortecs is about .450". The Comp cam is mild, but it's way better than stock and will give you a nice idle and decent vacuum. And, it shouldn't cause you extra head work (and expense) with the Vortecs due to its shorter lift (but it's plenty for a good street engine).