ClubRoadster.net banner

99 nb exhintake question

3K views 5 replies 5 participants last post by  sideshow 
#1 ·
im wanting to do the exhintake mod, i was wondering if the 96 exhaust cam would work on my 99, cuz i have a 96 1.8 layin around
 
#2 ·
No. Get an exhaust cam from another BP4W (your engine).

Also, the 25 tooth trick does not work; you have to get the cam gear drilled at a certain angle. I went to a local shop and he did an outstanding job.

http://diymiata.net/exhintake.html

^ should have all you need to know. You're welcome ;)
 
#3 ·
The cam will physically fit. However, the '96 uses hydraulic lifters, where the '99 uses solid lifters. I suppose you could retrofit all of the hydraulic lifter bits to the intake side, plus the needed shimming and whatnot, but that's waaaaay too much work, time and $$ for the small gain.

So, as already stated, get a cam from a 99+ engine and go from there.
...or snag one of the cams from 949 that they sell for this specific purpose. More expensive in the short run, but it's a straight drop-in. Adjustable cam gear (or drilled stock gear) optional.
 
#5 ·
Anyone know if an exhaust cam out of an 03 would work? Seems to have similar specs as the Exhaust cam out of the 99-00. I have a set of 03 cams sitting around and a 99 motor going into my 95 project. Just curious? My research does not show whether they are a solid lifter or hydraulic motor. I am guessing they are a solid lifter car as well like the 99-00, but hate making assumptions. Are there any other reasons this wouldn't work?
 
This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Top