Cams for 10V Hydr. I5 N/A motors

[Bob]

FWIW Blau has a sport cam available for the same price. I beleive its the
equivalent of the schrick 272
Bob

"Swann, Benjamin R. (BSWANN)" wrote:

> Quattrophile,
>
> For those who own the NA AUDIs, I posed a  suggested to Elgin Cams regarding
> the possible popularity of a performance cam suitable for the mid to late
> '80's NA I5 motors incl. 2.2 CIS/CIS-E and 2.3l CIS-E3 for 4000Q and 5000,
> CGT, 80, 90, 100 series AUDIs with these general setups, as not everyone has
> the resources to turbocharge, but most would appreciate a modest gain for
> the money.
>
> Here is the question from John at Elgin:
>
> Hi Ben ,  Dema and I have been sorting out the various style camshaft
> cores to come up with a list I can work from. I do need some
> information... Do you know which engines or years had the hydraulic
> tappets?
>
> So, before I attempt to provide an answer based on my recent, but limited
> findings, I would like some feedback on which I5 motors/cars/years have the
> Hydraulic lifter cam.
>
> Also, a show what kind of interest there would be in getting Elgin to
> provide a lower priced alternative to the Shrick series of Cams.  I've been
> able to locate and have Elgin grind an appropriate cam for under $250 incl.
> solid lifter core and shipping.  Elgin produces good quality work and could
> come up with some nice grinds for mild street and other performance needs if
> there is sufficient demand.
>
> Perhaps there is some demand for the older solid lifter motors as well.  I
> don't think turbo, however, as the cam seems relatively optimal for street
> use, but maybe.
>
> Regards,
>
> Ben Swann
> '875kcstqw
> '85 4kcsq (Project GTQ - 87.5 CGT 2.3l transplant)
> '86/'87 4000(s) - basic transportation for when 4kq undergoes surgery.
>
> p.s. this cam effort thus far is being done gratis, and I have no desire at
> this time to profit, only recoup any personal costs if necessary.
>
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