cam
A cam is a part of the engine that helps control how the engine breathes by opening and closing the valves. Changing the cam can help the engine produce more power.
In automotive terms, a cam refers to the camshaft, a crucial component in an engine that controls the timing of the opening and closing of the engine's valves. Different cam profiles can significantly affect engine performance, including power output and efficiency.
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"Yeah, so they just call it an upgrade 604, and we're allowed to change the cam, rocker arms, harmonic balancer. I think that's it."
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