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Need camshaft for 1985 2.3 XR7 Turbocoupe

Hi Group..I'm in dire need of a camshaft and followers for a turbocoupe; my mechanic says none are available.  I'm assuming he means through normal outlets, but what about aftermarket or high performance suppliers? Any help...etc.

Need camshaft for 1985 2.3 XR7 Turbocoupe

Reply #1 –
All situation parts stores will have the Cam and followers. Most of us Turbocoupe guys have gone to the 94ish ranger roller Cam.  The Cam is about $85 and the followers about $12 each if you buy new.

Need camshaft for 1985 2.3 XR7 Turbocoupe

Reply #2 –
Do you have a part number or anything I can get for my mechanic? I can change oil and plugs, etc...but I let the heavy stuff for the experts. Thanks for your help.

Need camshaft for 1985 2.3 XR7 Turbocoupe

Reply #3 –
Their are hundreds of cams for the stock 2.3 FORD. I use custom grinds from schneider . BO makes 5 or 6 . And just about every cam grinder on the planet makes at least one or two. If this mechanic cant find a cam for a 2.3 and tells you they are not available run like hell from him. He is totally not familiar with this engine. Pick any cam you want as long as it is a roller. Personally i would not use anything smaller than 460LIFT 220 duration and lobe separation at 110-112*  with a stock head.
And normally i run cams in the 530-550 lift area for my street 2.3 the MIDNIGHTER. :hick::burnout:
I spend money I don't have, To build  cars I don't need, To impress people I don't know

HAVE YOU DRIVEN A FORD LATELY!!

Need camshaft for 1985 2.3 XR7 Turbocoupe

Reply #4 –
I agree 100% with Tom, don't trust him.  A Cam swap is easy and pretty straight forward.

Need camshaft for 1985 2.3 XR7 Turbocoupe

Reply #5 –
Thanks guys; I got one through Auto Zone [Melling part #CL-SYB-37A] for $160 complete with followers and lifters. Should be done in a day or two, according to the garages schedule.