Crane Cams R.I.P. - Page 3

**JRSully** · #21 02-26-2009, 12:34 AM

The more I hear this, the more I want to find a way to use my old 143's in my basement...

DarrenX33 · #22 02-26-2009, 06:29 AM

They have my business when they get back up and running. I have been waiting for a 143 for my L78 for 2 months now.

**Lynn** · #23 02-26-2009, 06:32 AM

Thanks Rob:

I will wait and see. Worst that happens is they refund my CC.

**Lynn** · #24 02-26-2009, 06:35 AM

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The more I hear this, the more I want to find a way to use my old 143's in my basement...

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There are independent cam grinders out there who can regrind your old cams. Some of them will build up the lobes so they don't have to drastically reduce the "circle" and then heat treat. If done properly, it will be better than new.

Chevy454 · #25 02-26-2009, 06:37 AM

Darren: you called around? I tried over a dozen places before I found Chris' 143, but there's gotta be some sitting on a shelf somewhere...just dump the part # in Google and start dialing!

DarrenX33 · #26 02-26-2009, 06:48 AM

I have to double check with my builder to see if he has any leads. I was watching the Summit site but I noticed last week that they are now listing it as N/A. I shoulda known something was up.

The 143 was the one thing that I requested for the motor. The rest I let him decide. If he doesn't have any leads I will start searching myself. Hoping the motor will be done sometime soon so I can install it before cruising season begins..

**David Billingsley** · #27 02-26-2009, 07:46 AM

I have dealt with Comp Cams for many years, And always received great service and quality products,ask for,
Tim Cole @cam help 1-800=9990853
DB

**Lynn** · #28 02-26-2009, 08:04 AM

http://www.compcams.com/Products/212-225.PDF

**Lynn** · #29 02-26-2009, 08:32 AM

his guy has a used 143 he might sell. Check out post #4

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/show....php?p=2219071

larry_csa · #30 02-26-2009, 09:16 AM

A little triva.
Who did Harvey Crane work for befor opening Crane cams??
ED Isky.
Who worked for Harvey before opening his owne cam company??
Mark Heffington. He opened Cam Dynamics in 1969/1970 with the help of???? Raceing Head Service. Ivar/John/scooter.
In 1976 What cam company opened uped. Compention Cams. John/& company had a falling out with Mark. Cam Dynamics first location was?? The Sun Studios off Union. Elvis/ jerry Lee/& Johnny started there too.
In 1985/1986 Harvey buys Cam Dynamics from Mark. Mark Opens HYPER-TECH. A lot more could be said but it's late.
IF you want your 143s done your way Call john Partrage at Bullett Cams in Olive Branch MS. John can and will do thing your way. Comp Is tooooo Big to do small orders. You can even tell John I sent you. We don't get to get to gether but about twice a year now. I see Cole Every Monday at Lunch. I use Comp Stuff.
Larry