I just got a Chevy 283 that came with a Crane cam, and I got a bit curious of its characteristics. It appears to be in good shape so it would be cool if it's still useable. I have tried to google any combination of the numbers that are stamped on the cam, with no luck, and I am a complete newbie when it comes to cams... Anyway, here are the numbers as I found them: H-214/293 -2 -4 BE5729 I hope this helps, thanks in advance!
H-Hydraulic 214- duration at .050 293- cam lift In 72 the -2 was dual pattern and the -4 was cam centerline.
Since crane is out of business the website is not working.. Based on your info it looks to be=== hyd. cam (H), .214 duration @ .050 lift,and .440 lift ( .293 x 1.5 rocker ratio). Not bad numbers for a 283. Will sound fairly lumpy at idle. What car are you going to put it in ? Dave
Thanks! As I said, I'm no good with cam numbers so I'm relying on your knowledge and interpretation. Fairly lumpy sounds just fine with me! And the motor is going into the sedan in my avatar.
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