How to choose a camshaft

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(Narrower LSA:)
(Wider LSA:)
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====Wider LSA:====
 
====Wider LSA:====
 
A wider LSA tend to make less peak power, but a broader powerband.  Changing the LSA also changes the valve timing events; opening the exhaust valve sooner and closing the intake valve later, both of which affect how the engine ingests air.
 
A wider LSA tend to make less peak power, but a broader powerband.  Changing the LSA also changes the valve timing events; opening the exhaust valve sooner and closing the intake valve later, both of which affect how the engine ingests air.
*Raise torque to higher RPM
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*Raise torque to lower RPM
 
*Reduces maximum torque
 
*Reduces maximum torque
 
*Broadens power band
 
*Broadens power band

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