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Fordman487 · 07-31-2018, 08:01 AM

Hey gang!

I'm rebuilding a '36LB and am seeking advice on which cam to buy. This will be a stock engine so no racing or fancy modifications. The block did not come with a cam so I've got to either buy NOS or a newer style replacement. Any suggestions on what to purchase and from where?

Ol' Ron · 07-31-2018, 08:28 AM

I'd recommend a stock cam. However you may consider a later 59 style and use a crab distributor.

Bruce Lancaster · 07-31-2018, 12:23 PM

Assuming choice of stocker...Ford supplied the 1942 cam, 29A part number, as the replacement for all '32-48. If you get that one you also need the little cam extension button to use '36 front cover and distributor.

fordscript · 07-31-2018, 05:50 PM

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Stock, 5T. That's my favourite.

07-31-2018, 08:01 AM	#1
Fordman487 Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Posts: 70	Which Cam to use Hey gang! I'm rebuilding a '36LB and am seeking advice on which cam to buy. This will be a stock engine so no racing or fancy modifications. The block did not come with a cam so I've got to either buy NOS or a newer style replacement. Any suggestions on what to purchase and from where?

07-31-2018, 08:28 AM	#2
Ol' Ron Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Chester Vt Posts: 8,985	Re: Which Cam to use I'd recommend a stock cam. However you may consider a later 59 style and use a crab distributor.

07-31-2018, 12:23 PM	#3
Bruce Lancaster Member Emeritus Join Date: May 2010 Location: Madison, NJ Posts: 5,230	Re: Which Cam to use Assuming choice of stocker...Ford supplied the 1942 cam, 29A part number, as the replacement for all '32-48. If you get that one you also need the little cam extension button to use '36 front cover and distributor.

07-31-2018, 05:50 PM	#4
fordscript Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Oamaru, New Zealand Posts: 432	Re: Which Cam to use Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Stock, 5T. That's my favourite.