Camshafts
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer PlateGenuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$14.26 - $30.86
- Mopar®Engine Camshaft Thrust PlateEngine Camshaft Thrust Plate by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$6.17 - $112.46
- ACDelco®GM Genuine Parts Engine Camshaft Thrust PlateGM Genuine Parts Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate by ACDelco®. Camshaft Thrust Plate Kit. GM Genuine Parts Engine Camshaft Thrust Plates are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. GM...Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors$15.56
- Fel-Pro®Camshaft Thrust PlateCamshaft Thrust Plate by Fel-Pro®. If you need durable gaskets to prevent leaks on your vehicle, Fel-Pro is the way to go. Engineered using the latest technologies and global engineering resources, the gaskets meet specific OEM needs...Direct OEM replacement for a proper fitEnsures reliable sealing performance$39.56
- Mahle®Camshaft RetainerCamshaft Retainer by Mahle®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$32.96
- Mahle®Camshaft Thrust PlateCamshaft Thrust Plate by Mahle®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from industry-leading...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$16.97 - $20.64
- Cloyes®Camshaft Thrust ButtonCamshaft Thrust Button by Cloyes®. Keep your engine's valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems. No matter whether you need a timing gear or complete timing gear set, Cloyes has the OE quality...Maintains critical valve timingPrevents performance problems and possible engine damage that can result from incorrect timing$5.85 - $20.83
- Pioneer Automotive®Engine Camshaft Thrust ButtonEngine Camshaft Thrust Button by Pioneer Automotive®. During that time, Pioneer Automotive® has been leading supplier of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) quality level component parts to re-manufacturers who rebuild engines...Made to deliver reliable service for a long timeRugged construction to withstand harsh conditions$5.63 - $22.08
- COMP Cams®Camshaft Thrust ButtonCamshaft Thrust Button by COMP Cams®. This high-grade product was designed with craftsmanship and key attention to detail and manufactured using leading-edge innovations by experienced and knowledgeable engineering staff. It ensures...Developed to provide steady performance and reliabilityMade using up-to-date equipment and new technologies$20.95 - $75.95
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate (12589016)Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate (12589016) by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind....Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$26.24
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate (10088128)Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate (10088128) by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind....Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$14.36
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate (10168501)Genuine GM Parts™ Camshaft Retainer Plate (10168501) by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind....Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$14.26
- Mopar®Camshaft Thrust Plate (05086893AA)Camshaft Thrust Plate (05086893AA) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$28.86
- Mopar®Camshaft Thrust Plate (53022178AE)Camshaft Thrust Plate (53022178AE) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$25.38
- ACDelco®GM Genuine Parts™ Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate (12508079)GM Genuine Parts™ Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate (12508079) by ACDelco®. Camshaft Thrust Plate Kit. GM Genuine Parts Engine Camshaft Thrust Plates are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General...Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors$15.56
- Fel-Pro®Camshaft Thrust Plate (ES 73115)Camshaft Thrust Plate (ES 73115) by Fel-Pro®. If you need durable gaskets to prevent leaks on your vehicle, Fel-Pro is the way to go. Engineered using the latest technologies and global engineering resources, the gaskets meet specific...Direct OEM replacement for a proper fitEnsures reliable sealing performance$39.56
- Mahle®Camshaft Thrust Plate (B31822)Camshaft Thrust Plate (B31822) by Mahle®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. Manufactured from...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$16.97
- Mahle®Steel with Molded Rubber Camshaft Thrust Plate (B32270)Steel with Molded Rubber Camshaft Thrust Plate (B32270) by Mahle®. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship....Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$20.64
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Button (CB100)Camshaft Thrust Button (CB100) by Melling®. Worn thrust buttons and thrust plates allow for cam walk and component misalignment. Melling camshaft thrust button / plate applications protect your engine investment by returning your timing...Designed to unlock more performance out of your vehicleDeliver a reasonable balance of strength and durability$14.20
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Plate (MG550)Camshaft Thrust Plate by Melling®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Melling features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to meet or...Right for your vehicle and lifestyleMade from high-quality materials for ultimate durability$6.84
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Plate (MG329)Camshaft Thrust Plate (MG329) by Melling®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Melling features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to...Right for your vehicle and lifestyleMade from high-quality materials for ultimate durability$12.50
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Plate (MF127)Camshaft Thrust Plate (MF127) by Melling®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Melling features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to...Right for your vehicle and lifestyleMade from high-quality materials for ultimate durability$32.98
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Plate (S802SP)Camshaft Thrust Plate (S802SP) by Melling®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Melling features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured...Right for your vehicle and lifestyleMade from high-quality materials for ultimate durability$7.28
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Plate (MF108)Camshaft Thrust Plate (MF108) by Melling®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Melling features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to...Right for your vehicle and lifestyleMade from high-quality materials for ultimate durability$4.44
- Melling®Camshaft Thrust Plate (MF126)Camshaft Thrust Plate (MF126) by Melling®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Melling features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is manufactured to...Right for your vehicle and lifestyleMade from high-quality materials for ultimate durability$15.20
- Cloyes®Button Type Camshaft Thrust Button (9-5193)Button Type Camshaft Thrust Button (9-5193) by Cloyes®. Keep your engine’s valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems. No matter whether you need a timing gear or complete timing gear set, Cloyes...Maintains critical valve timingPrevents performance problems and possible engine damage that can result from incorrect timing$5.85
- Cloyes®Camshaft Thrust Button (9-5190)Camshaft Thrust Button (9-5190) by Cloyes®. Keep your engine’s valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems. No matter whether you need a timing gear or complete timing gear set, Cloyes has the OE...Maintains critical valve timingPrevents performance problems and possible engine damage that can result from incorrect timing$14.31
- Cloyes®Camshaft Thrust Button (9-5189)Camshaft Thrust Button (9-5189) by Cloyes®. With Spring. Keep your engine’s valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems. No matter whether you need a timing gear or complete timing gear set, Cloyes...Maintains critical valve timingPrevents performance problems and possible engine damage that can result from incorrect timing$12.85
- Cloyes®Fully Rollerized Camshaft Thrust Button (9-202)Fully Rollerized Camshaft Thrust Button (9-202) by Cloyes®. Keep your engine’s valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems. No matter whether you need a timing gear or complete timing gear set,...Maintains critical valve timingPrevents performance problems and possible engine damage that can result from incorrect timing$16.40
- Cloyes®Roller Camshaft Thrust Button (9-200)Roller Camshaft Thrust Button (9-200) by Cloyes®. Keep your engine’s valvetrain in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems. No matter whether you need a timing gear or complete timing gear set, Cloyes has...Maintains critical valve timingPrevents performance problems and possible engine damage that can result from incorrect timing$20.83
The camshaft, or cam for short, opens and closes the intake and exhaust valves, allowing the fresh air/fuel mixture to enter the cylinder for combustion, and the spent gases to flow out. Most production cams are iron castings that are supported on journals that rotate in bearings, with individual eccentric lobes to actuate each valve. A single cam can be located in the cylinder block, or one or two cams can be mounted on the cylinder head.
On Over Head Valve (OHV) engines, the block mounted cam actuates the valves via lifters that ride on the lobes, pushrods that transfer motion up to the cylinder head, and rocker arms that pivot on shafts or studs. Single Over Head Cam (SOHC) engines operate the valves using followers or pivoting rocker arms, while Double Over Head Cam (DOHC) engines, which have separate cams for the intake and exhaust valves, employ buckets between the cam and valves. The crankshaft drives the cam(s) using a timing chain and gears or timing belt and sprockets, at ½ crankshaft speed. The camshaft must be timed with the crankshaft so that valve opening and closing is perfectly synchronized with piston movement.
OE camshafts are designed for the vehicle’s factory configuration, and if you’ve modified your vehicle and/or have specific performance goals, your engine can produce much more power with an aftermarket performance camshaft. From increased mileage to towing, better street performance and a “lumpy” idle, to all out racing, we have the right grind for every application including hydraulic and solid, flat tappet and roller lifters. Along with the mods listed above, compression ratio, transmission type, differential gearing, and vehicle weight must be factored in when choosing a cam.
Specs will vary, but in general performance camshafts have higher lift to open the valves further, increasing airflow and power. Performance camshafts also typically have longer duration – the valves are open longer, which increases high RPM power. Longer duration is typically accompanied by increased overlap (when both intake and exhaust valves are open), which can enhance cylinder filling at high RPM, but can also result in less vacuum for power accessories at low RPM.
Lobe Separation Angle (LSA), the number of camshaft degrees between the centerlines of the intake and exhaust lobes, is another spec you’ll encounter. In general, a camshaft with a tighter (smaller) LSA makes more torque at lower RPM and increases cylinder pressure; valve overlap is increased, with less idle vacuum and a rougher idle. A wider (larger) LSA reduces maximum torque but the power band is widened and peak torque occurs at a higher RPM. There is more vacuum at idle and idle quality is improved. A cam can also be advanced or retarded during installation to alter the RPM where peak power is delivered.
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