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COMP Cams Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Oldsmobile 260-455

Part # 42-221-4SKU COM42-221-4

Universal fit

Specifications
BrandCOMP Cams
Part typeEngine Camshaft
Advertised Exhaust Duration268 deg
Advertised Intake Duration256 deg
Amazon ASINB002DFKPPK
Assembly Lubricant IncludedYes
Basic Operating RPM Range1,000-5,200 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 UpgradeCL42-221-4
Cam TypeHydraulic Flat Tappet
Camshaft Gear Attachment1-Bolt
Camshaft MaterialCast Iron
Camshaft SeriesXtreme Energy
Engine FamilyOldsmobile 260-455 c.i. 8 Cylinder (1967-1990)
Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift218 deg
Exhaust Valve Lift0.456 in
Grind NumberXE256H
Intake Duration at .050 Inch Lift212 deg
Intake Valve Lift0.453 in
K-Kit UpgradeK42-221-4
Lifter TypeHydraulic Flat Tappet
Lifters IncludedNo
Lobe Separation110 deg
SK-Kit UpgradeSK42-221-4
UsageStreet/Performance
Valve Springs RequiredYes
UPC / GTIN00036584065012

Description

Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Tappet Cam for Oldsmobile 260-455. Strong torque through low and mid-range with a good idle.