Budget 408 Build

Since you are welcoming critics, here are my 2 cents in regards to the cam. If you are looking at “budget” builds like yours, I don’t see the point in paying more for a custom cam…. Here is why. Your heads are basically stock, which means they can only support around 400 ish horse power (which you achieved). An off the shelf Cam would suffice. Cam selection has to do with the total package (e.g. power goal, compression, head flow, gearing, converter, etc.). I’m not saying there is anything wrong with getting a custom cam, I just don’t think that it is required. Reasons for a custom cam (in my opinion) would be if you are shooting for more of a Max effort type build.


Food for thought, although my 410 motor was not a “budget” build, it did have an off the shelf small solid roller in it (comp XR286R). With power left on the table (on purpose), It ran mid 10’s.