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Camshaft - Low Lift Oval Track - Mechanical Flat Tappet - Lift 0.473 / 0.473 in - Duration 270 / 282 - 106 LSA - 2500 / 6000 RPM - Small Block Chevy - Each
LLOT 242/250 SFTSBC
SBC - 1955-57 models have an oiling groove in the rear journal. The listed part numbered cams will not fit these models, so if you require a Camshaft with the oiling groove, please call us at 1-800-999-0853 or contact us, and we will assist you with placing an order.
Additional Information
.470" lift rule. Rough idle. Low vacuum.
Application Summary
Fits Chevrolet GEN 1 Small Blocks including the 262, 265, 267, 283, 302, 305, 307, 327, 350 and 400. Does not fit LT1/LT4, or factory roller Small Blocks built from 1985 and newer. GM gradually added roller camshafts to 305's and 350's from the mid 80's forward. Camaros/Firebirds/Corvettes received the roller cams early, but many trucks and SUV's had flat tappet cams until the mid 90's. Remove the intake or timing cover to confirm whether the block is a factory roller or flat tappet. Does not fit the LS1, LS2, LS3 or any LS-based 4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0 and 6.2. 1955-1957 Chevrolet 265 engines require a groove on the 5th cam journal for oiling. Contact us for more information.
Part Type
Engine Camshaft
Product Overview
Fits Chevrolet GEN 1 Small Blocks including the 262, 265, 267, 283, 302, 305, 307, 327, 350 and 400. Does not fit LT1/LT4, or factory roller Small Blocks built from 1985 and newer. GM gradually added roller camshafts to 305's and 350's from the mid 80's forward. Camaros/Firebirds/Corvettes received the roller cams early, but many trucks and SUV's had flat tappet cams until the mid 90's. Remove the intake or timing cover to confirm whether the block is a factory roller or flat tappet. Does not fit the LS1, LS2, LS3 or any LS-based 4.8, 5.3, 5.7, 6.0 and 6.2. 1955-1957 Chevrolet 265 engines require a groove on the 5th cam journal for oiling. Contact us for more information.
Features
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Specifications
Product Details
| Advertised Exhaust Duration: | 282 |
| Advertised Intake Duration: | 270 |
| Amazon ASIN: | B000P5G6G2 |
| Assembly Lubricant Included: | Yes |
| Basic Operating RPM Range: | 2,500-6,000 |
| C.A.R.B. Exempt for Federally Certified Vehicles Manufactured Before 1967?: | Yes, but must meet tailpipe emission standards for year of vehicle. |
| C.A.R.B. Exempt for Foreign Vehicles Manufactured Before 1967?: | Yes, but must meet tailpipe emission standards for year of vehicle. |
| C.A.R.B. Exempt for On-Road Vehicles?: | No |
| C.A.R.B. Exempt for Racing and Off-Road Only Vehicles?: | Yes, but must be a race/competition only vehicle. |
| Cam Type: | Solid Flat Tappet |
| Camshaft Gear Attachment: | 3-Bolt |
| Camshaft Material: | Cast Iron |
| Camshaft Series: | Low Lift Oval Track |
| Description: | Low Lift Oval Track 242/250 Solid Flat Cam for Chevrolet Small Block |
| Engine Family: | Chevrolet 262-400 c.i. 8 Cylinder (1958-1998) |
| Exhaust Duration @ .050 in.: | 250 |
| Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift: | 250 |
| Exhaust Duration: | 282 |
| Exhaust Valve Lift(in): | 0.473 |
| Exhaust Valve Lift: | 0.473 |
| Grind Number: | 270S-6 |
| Intake Duration @ .050 in.: | 242 |
| Intake Duration at .050 Inch Lift: | 242 |
| Intake Duration: | 270 |
| Intake Valve Lift(in): | 0.473 |
| Intake Valve Lift: | 0.473 |
| Lifter Type: | Solid Flat Tappet |
| Lifters Included: | No |
| Part Number: | cca12-523-5 |
| RPM Range: | 2000-9000 |
| Title: | Low Lift Oval Track 242/250 Solid Flat Cam for Chevrolet Small Block |
| Usage: | Strip |
| Valve Springs Required: | Yes |
Product Downloads
| # | Document Type | Download |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Catalog |
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Reference Information
| Reference Data (Provide these details to our support team) | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name/s | Comp Cams, Comp Cams (edelbrock) |
| StreetFX SKU | cca12-523-5 |
| SFX Item ID | 4118719 |
| Accounting SKU | cca-12-523-5 |
| Manufacturer SKU | 12-523-5 |
| Manufacturer UPC | 036584642428 |
| Alternative References | 12-523-5, CCA-12-523-5, COM12-523-5 |
Camshaft, Mechanical Flat Tappet, Advertised Duration 270/282, Lift .473/.473, Chevy, Small Block, Each
These low lift oval track camshafts from COMP Cams are great for oval track classes that have low lift rules. These cams feature optimized duration and lobe separation angles to make the most power from limited valve lift. They produce a rough idle and very good power to go the distance.
| Product Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Brand | COMP Cams |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | 12-523-5 |
| Part Type | Camshafts |
| Product Line | COMP Cams Low Lift Oval Track Camshafts |
| UPC | 036584642428 |
| Cam Style | Solid flat tappet |
| Camshaft Use | Circle Track |
| Basic Operating RPM Range | 2,500-6,000 |
| Intake Duration at 050 inch Lift | 242 |
| Exhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift | 250 |
| Duration at 050 inch Lift | 242 int./250 exh. |
| Advertised Intake Duration | 270 |
| Advertised Exhaust Duration | 282 |
| Advertised Duration | 270 int./282 exh. |
| Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio | 0.473 in. |
| Exhaust Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio | 0.473 in. |
| Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio | 0.473 int./0.473 exh. |
| Intake Valve Lash | 0.018 in. |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | 0.018 in. |
| Remanufactured | No |
| Computer-Controlled Compatible | No |
| Grind Number | CS 6350/6351 S6 |
| Valve Springs Required | Yes |
| Quantity | Sold individually. |
| Notes | Designed for Circle Track classes with 0.470 in. lift rule. |
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