What Is a Stage 2 cam?

Summary:

A Stage 2 cam upgrade refers to a performance upgrade for an engine where the camshaft is changed. The camshaft controls the opening and closing of the valves, allowing air to enter for combustion. A Stage 2 upgrade can deliver up to 30% more horsepower and 10% more torque.

A Stage 1 cam vs Stage 2 cam refers to different levels of modification for an engine. Stage 1 modifications typically result in a power increase of around +10-15% over stock, while Stage 2 modifications include a performance cam upgrade and other components, resulting in generally +20-25% more horsepower than stock.

The difference between a Stage 2 and Stage 3 cam is that a Stage 2 cam is better suited for a supercharger setup due to the overlap in the cam. A Stage 3 cam, on the other hand, is the largest camshaft recommended with the stock torque converter and offers mild performance idle, excellent low-end torque, and extended RPM capabilities over the stock camshaft.

A Stage 2 cam can add approximately 10% more horsepower and 3% more torque to a stock engine without voiding the warranty.

The adjustment of camshafts can affect an engine’s performance. Advancing the timing improves low-end torque, while retarding the cam can improve high-end horsepower at the expense of low-end torque.

Stage 2 tunings are generally considered more refined than Stage 1 tunings, although the definition of each “stage” may vary depending on the vehicle and tuner.

A TSP Stage 2 cam can add approximately 62 horsepower and 29 lb-ft of torque to a stock 5.3L engine.

A Stage 4 camshaft is often chosen for deleting DOD/AFM or enhancing the performance of a truck. It works well with 2800-3200 stall torque converters and does not require springs.

The characteristics of a Stage 4 cam include increased intake and exhaust duration and a tighter LSA (lobe separation angle) compared to other camshafts. Its aggressive nature provides noticeable power gains.

A Stage 2 remap can result in a 30% – 50% increase in power over factory settings, while a Stage 1 typically provides around a 15-20% increase in power.

Questions:

1. What does a Stage 2 cam mean?
2. What is the difference between a Stage 1 cam and a Stage 2 cam?
3. What is the difference between a Stage 2 and a Stage 3 cam?
4. What does a Stage 3 camshaft mean?
5. How much does a Stage 2 cam add?
6. Does a cam add horsepower?
7. Which is better, Stage 1 or Stage 2?
8. How much horsepower does a TSP Stage 2 cam add?
9. What is a Stage 4 camshaft?
10. What does Stage 4 cam mean?
11. How much horsepower does Stage 2 add?

Answers:

1. A Stage 2 cam upgrade refers to a performance upgrade for an engine where the camshaft is changed. The camshaft controls the opening and closing of the valves, allowing air to enter for combustion. A Stage 2 upgrade can deliver up to 30% more horsepower and 10% more torque.
2. A Stage 1 cam vs Stage 2 cam refers to different levels of modification for an engine. Stage 1 modifications typically result in a power increase of around +10-15% over stock, while Stage 2 modifications include a performance cam upgrade and other components, resulting in generally +20-25% more horsepower than stock.
3. The difference between a Stage 2 and Stage 3 cam is that a Stage 2 cam is better suited for a supercharger setup due to the overlap in the cam. A Stage 3 cam, on the other hand, is the largest camshaft recommended with the stock torque converter and offers mild performance idle, excellent low-end torque, and extended RPM capabilities over the stock camshaft.
4. A Stage 3 camshaft is the largest camshaft that we recommend with the stock torque converter. This Cam Motion hydraulic roller cam delivers mild performance idle, excellent low end torque, and extended RPM capabilities over the stock camshaft.
5. A Stage 2 cam can add approximately 10% more horsepower and 3% more torque to a stock engine without voiding the warranty.
6. The adjustment of camshafts can affect an engine’s performance. Advancing the timing improves low-end torque, while retarding the cam can improve high-end horsepower at the expense of low-end torque.
7. Stage 2 tunings are generally considered more refined than Stage 1 tunings, although the definition of each “stage” may vary depending on the vehicle and tuner.
8. A TSP Stage 2 cam can add approximately 62 horsepower and 29 lb-ft of torque to a stock 5.3L engine.
9. A Stage 4 camshaft is often chosen for deleting DOD/AFM or enhancing the performance of a truck. It works well with 2800-3200 stall torque converters and does not require springs.
10. The characteristics of a Stage 4 cam include increased intake and exhaust duration and a tighter LSA (lobe separation angle) compared to other camshafts. Its aggressive nature provides noticeable power gains.
11. A Stage 2 remap can result in a 30% – 50% increase in power over factory settings, while a Stage 1 typically provides around a 15-20% increase in power.