First off, I do not know alot about the FE's. I have a 1967 390 out of a Fairlane GT that was rebuilt awhile ago, maintaining the stock pistons and heads. I plan to add a new
oil pump, and a few basics such as carb, intake, cam, etc.. I have been looking through some speed shop catalogs, and some of the valve lifts I see seem pretty steep- i.e. .57, .60, etc..
Id like to go pretty radical with the cam as without power brakes, vacuum is not as much as a concern. I know the pistons, thickness of the head gaskets, what type of heads and if they have been milled, etc. play a major role- but at what valve lift should I start being concerned.
Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Greg