I would add to this that hughes engines is now offering /6 cams,which I believe are
ground/supplied for them by engalls(not sure correct spelling),with their aggressive
lobe designs taking advantage of the .904" lifter dia.
I hate hearing of problems with an otherwise reputable co. like comp cams,and it
would be good to get a definitive reason for this gear issue.Whether it is an angle/
profile issue,incompatible hardness issue, or improper placement(fore/aft)issue,the
problem needs outed. Luckily we have other companies to choose from,but that still
bothers me.
As for a cam that "comes in" at 2500RPM, your going to need a looser converter
unless you want a dog off the line,just sayin. And running steeper gears is a crutch
that won't fix the lazy launch,just shorten it's duration,and clip the top end off your
hiway cruising depending on how high you go.
The o/s valve, compression, and other items were already addressed in your first
thread on this project,which you seem to have the need to run multi threads for.
good luck!