Cams ..., how would it effect my engine Options

[Defgeph]

Hey guys, I'll be running a 3s soon.
I was wondering if you guys knew what the pro's and con's are for installing cams and aftermarket gears ? With the engine out, I'd like to install some aftermarket parts to the engine. Any other things I should throw in there ?

So far I'll be running fidanza 10 lbs. flywheel, Full 3 inch exhaust, stock exhaust mani (for now), Fmic, and more goodies I havent decided on yet.

So, with new cams and gears.
How would the engine run, and what would be the benifits?

BTW: Not looking to make this a daily driver.

Thanks guys,
DEF

[jgreening]

cams can increase the torque and power in the same engine if they are properly degreed and the car is properly tuned. They also tend to shift the power band to the right (cause more turbo lag). I would not consider cams unless you were going standalone and had them installed by someone who knows what they are doing.

[Defgeph]

I'm nowhere near ready for a stand alone.
What about just getting the gears ?
buying adjustables and bringing it to a shop to tune the gears maybe ?

I just want to see what my options are before I put the engine in. I dont want to take the engine back out until next winter.

Thanks
DEF

[Doge]

installing cams and gears isnt a huge task.. you can easily do both with the engine in the car, since all you have to do to access the cams is take the valve cover off. and to access the gears you just take the timing cover off... I would stick with stock untill you start getting alittle more radical with your engine modifications.