need some input on a budget 318 build

Hi Timo,

be careful with high compression ratio, open chamber heads and relatively small cams - especially since our pump gas is not rated the same as in US. I personally would not go farther than 10:1.

I have 7 used flat tops from a 318 / .030" over at home, you can get them for free (christmas present :)). Will check if i find a part no and if they are ok. I damaged one when i tried to disassemble the rod, so the rods are there also.

A much bigger cam will also dictate some other changes with your engine: rear end ratio, converter stall and driveability. So i would choose sth. around 230° at .050" if you like to stay with what you have.

Michael