Cam and Stall Convertor

crackedback said

If you aren't changing springs, put the biggest cam in it that the current ones will handle. If a 284/484 108lsa will go do that or an equivalent, put it in at 100-102. Cheap springs retainers locks are about $125.

The thmpr or the mutha thmpr would be good if the springs can handle it.

60403 Lunati is another that would be OK

Spend money on an 8" converter set up for you anticipated HP/TQ of your stroker engine.

Having a bunch of stall won't really hurt and the 318 won't make the torque of a stroker so it will tighten up.

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I disagree with most of this. The 284/484 will be a turd in a 318, even with lots of advance and 4s series gearing that he doesnt have nor wants to spend on. If the idea is to go MP for cost, I'd go with the .528 solid.
The Thumpers and Voodoos need much better springs - and retainers - and locks, and they are so fast opening that the piston to valve may be a problem even with relatively low lift. there are no valve reliefs...
Spending on a good race convertor when you are completely changing the character of the package next season is a waste of $6-800. Wait until you have aplan, and get something that will work cheaply for now.
I think you've got your head in the right place, but I read this as "cheap n charming.... for now..." Buying expensive parts for future packages just doesnt feel right and usually ends up being a double expense later anyway.