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Ford Performance Hot Rod Performance Camshafts (05-10 Mustang GT)

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      Video Review & Installation

      Hey, guys. Justin here with americanmuscle.com with my topical overview of the Ford Performance Hot Rod Cam Shafts available for all 2005 to 2010 three-valve GT Mustangs. Now, the Hot Rod Cam should appeal to just about any three-valve owner out there who is looking for a cam that will give some serious chop or lope at idle, one that will make some decent mid to top-end power, and unlike other big idle aftermarket cams, a set here that will not require any extras when it comes to your valve train, such as springs or cam phase limiters.Now, first and foremost here, guys, the big appeal with these cams from Ford Performance is that iconic muscle car lope idle, hence the Hot Rod name. Now, they will also offer some additional power benefits, but not quite as much as other cam options currently available here on the site. Now, the Hot Rod Cams do get that super aggressive idle by using a bunch of duration over the factory camshafts, allowing for that big chop at idle while also increasing mid-range power at the same time.Now, speaking of duration, the Hot Rod Cams will feature a duration at 50/1000 of 221 degrees on the intake side, 240 degrees for the exhaust side. Now, compare that to the factory camshafts with the duration at 50, 175 degrees for the intake side, 193 degrees for the exhaust side. And once you compare those numbers, it becomes pretty easy to see where and why you are getting that big chop at idle because this is obviously a pretty big increase over stock.Now, in addition to the duration, you are also getting 1 millimeter of additional lift here out of the Hot Rod Cams from Ford Performance, which isn't a ton at the end of the day, but the small amount of additional lift will add to the overall peak power gains, especially in that mid to upper RPM range. Now, when you start getting into things like more lift, that's when the power gains will really increase. But at that point, you do need the aftermarket valve springs and limiter kits. Those things all become essential, ultimately adding to the final cost along with the install difficulty. And that is one of the nice things here about the Hot Rod Cams from Ford Performance. Essentially, you can just drop them in and go without the need for additional valve springs or phaser limiter kits and still get that awesome idle along with some pretty decent power gains. Now, you will need a tune along with new cam bolts, but really, that's it when it comes to required upgrades. And that's gonna be pretty standard whenever swapping cams in your three-valve.Let's talk a little bit more about the power gains here because I'm sure that's one of the big expectations when going with a set of cams like this outside of that nasty idle, of course. And this is gonna be one of those cases, guys, where the more mods you have, the bigger the gains you will expect here when using these particular cams. Now, things like long tube headers are certainly gonna be valuable here, but going even further, Ford Performance intake manifolds, ported heads, stuff like that is gonna yield even larger results. Now, in addition to the usual bolt-ons, including things like intakes, mid-pipes, exhaust, things like that, if you got basically the entire kitchen sink naturally aspirated, you're looking probably 20, 30-wheel horsepower here, guys, with some of these added bolt-ons and even more if you really start diving into some of the more, I guess, elaborate modifications. So power is there to be had. It just depends on, A, your tuning and, B, what kind of modifications you plan on running these with, but the more the merrier, right? Especially the mods that help your three-valve breathe, the intake manifold, the long tube headers, things like that will really be crucial in making the most out of these cams.Now, the Hot Rod Cams from Ford Performance, they will be one of your more expensive options on the site coming in around that low $900 mark, but again, one thing to consider here, guys, is that similar options from Comcams, for instance, the Mutha Thumprs there, they do require things like the limiter kits that we talked about earlier, which combined with the cams themselves, ultimately do bring the price above the Ford Performance Hot Rods that we have here today. So in the long run, the Hot Rod Cams will ultimately cost less when it comes to getting them up and running for the first time on the three-valve. If you go with something else that might be a little cheaper initially, once you start adding all of those extras, well then, again, it really just comes down to what you're willing to spend and what kind of work you're willing to do to get the cams in place.Now, moving into the install, obviously, we're not giving you a step-by-step here on this one. Sorry about that, but this is gonna be a full three out of three wrenches on the old difficulty meter here and probably at least a full day to get everything in place from start to finish. Obviously, you have to dive into the engine pretty good here, guys. So if you're not comfortable with doing this kind of work, certainly gonna wanna have your local speed shop help you out with this install. Now, if you do plan on tackling this one yourself, just make sure you set aside again that full day to be on the safe side, guys, and make sure you have a decent set of tools to help you with the install, including that wedge tool, of course, to help you hold the timing chain in place. Now, we do actually have some pretty detailed instructions here or write-ups on the product page. If you haven't checked those out already, feel free to do so. It's a great way to get a better idea of what is involved to get everything in place here and to see if you're up to the job or not.But wrapping things up here, guys, again, the Ford Performance Hot Rod Cams are one of the most popular here at americanmuscle.com for the three-valve Mustangs, hundreds of four and five-star reviews, and really, it's easy to see why. Now, the Hot Rods do live up to that name with an absolutely nasty idle that will make even some push-rod guys jealous while still making some pretty solid power gains overall when paired with supporting modifications. Be sure to check out a set for your three-valve Mustang right here at americanmuscle.com.

      Product Information

      Features, Description, Reviews, Q&A, Specs & Installation

      Features

      • Aggressive 60's Muscle Car Lopey Idle
      • Increases Horsepower
      • Safe with Stock Valve Train
      • Fits 2005-2010 3V 4.6L GT

      Description

      Aggressive Sound. Give your 4.6L 3-valve Mustang an aggressive lopey idle reminiscent of the classic muscle cars of the 60's with a set of Ford Racing Hot Rod Cams. No other cam manufacturer can offer the same aggressive sound and durability of these cams, in fact no one will believe it's a modular engine.

      Safe Upgrade. These Hot Rod Performance Camshafts were engineered by the same Ford designers of the stock cams to provide the most powerful cams available that are safe with the stock production valve train of your 2005-2010 GT. The Hot Rod Performance Cams are compatible with production springs, followers, and lash adjusters up to 6800rpm.

      More Power.
      Ford dyno testing has shown a 50hp gain with a stock intake manifold and CNC heads at 6500 RPM. The same vehicle without the CNC heads, but with long tube headers and cold air kit installed will see an impressive 30hp gain.

      Required Upgrade.
      To realize the full power potential that these Ford Racing Hot Rod Performance Camshafts have to offer, AmericanMuscle recommends a custom Bama tune with a Mustang Handheld Tuner to reprogram the vehicles computer (ECU) for proper operation.

      Application.
      Designed as an upgrade for the 2005-10 Mustang GT 4.6L 3V engine the Ford Racing Hot Rod Performance Cams require custom calibration to achieve optimized performance.

      Technical Notes. Increases lift from the stock 11mm to 12mm. Duration at .050", intake 221 degrees, exhaust 240 degrees, lobe separation 110 degrees. Long Tube Headers are not required for these cams to perform properly; but they will increase your performance gains.

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      Details

      Ford Performance M-6550-3V

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      Installation & What's in the Box

      Installation Info

      What's in the Box

      • (2) Cam Shafts

      Tech Specs

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