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COMP Cams Big Mutha' Thumpr 242/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Oldsmobile 260-455

Part # 42-602-5SKU COM42-602-5

Universal fit

Specifications
BrandCOMP Cams
Part typeEngine Camshaft
Advertised Exhaust Duration312 deg
Advertised Intake Duration294 deg
Amazon ASINB005H89WWW
Assembly Lubricant IncludedYes
Basic Operating RPM Range2,500-6,400 RPM
C.A.R.B. Exempt for California Certified Vehicles Manufactured Before 1965?Yes, but must meet tailpipe emission standards for year of vehicle.
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 and Lifter Kit UpgradeCL42-602-5
Cam TypeHydraulic Flat Tappet
Camshaft Gear Attachment1-Bolt
Camshaft MaterialCast Iron
Camshaft SeriesThumpr
Engine FamilyOldsmobile 260-455 c.i. 8 Cylinder (1967-1990)
Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift257 deg
Exhaust Valve Lift0.497 in
Grind Number295TH7
Intake Duration at .050 Inch Lift242 deg
Intake Valve Lift0.512 in
K-Kit UpgradeK42-602-5
Lifter TypeHydraulic Flat Tappet
Lifters IncludedNo
Lobe Separation107 deg
UsageStreet/Strip
Valve Springs RequiredYes
UPC / GTIN00036584213208

Description

Big Mutha' Thumpr 242/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Oldsmobile 260-455. Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, Gears and headers, very rough idle.