COMP Cams

COMP Cams: America's Performance Valvetrain Authority

COMP Cams has been synonymous with high-performance internal engine components since its founding in 1976 in Memphis, Tennessee. What began as a small group of passionate drag racers — who had discovered the art of head porting and unlocking hidden horsepower in Oldsmobile engines — grew into one of the most respected names in the performance aftermarket. Today, headquartered in Olive Branch, Mississippi, COMP Cams remains an innovative American company focused on results-driven technology and superior customer support.

A Legacy Built on Engineering and Racing

Founded in 1976 in Memphis, Tennessee, Competition Cams (COMP) has roots dating back over 50 years, beginning in the early '60s when three drag racers bonded over their love of tinkering with Oldsmobile engines — discovering the art of head porting and trick valve jobs to unlock hidden power. That obsession with wringing every last horsepower from an engine is still baked into the brand's DNA today.

With a passion to continuously improve, it's no wonder COMP Cams has been a household name for teams competing in the most prestigious circle track, drag racing, road race, and off-road racing events. Whether you're building a weekend street machine or a full-race engine, COMP Cams has engineered a solution for your application.

A Complete Valvetrain Lineup

COMP Cams is the leading American manufacturer of high-quality, performance-based internal engine components, including camshafts, valve springs, rocker arms, lifters, pushrods, and other valve train components. From mild upgrades to radical builds, COMP camshafts are engineered with cutting-edge design and testing to deliver optimized valve timing, increased horsepower, and improved torque across the RPM range — with choices spanning hydraulic, solid, roller, and flat tappet designs to match your engine configuration and performance goals.

Beyond camshafts, COMP Cams offers an extensive range of valvetrain hardware engineered to work together as a system. A critical part of that system is the engine valve spring retainer — a precision component that secures the valve spring in place and plays a direct role in how high and how reliably your engine can rev. COMP Cams offers both titanium and steel retainer options, in standard and lightweight configurations, ensuring builders can fine-tune the valvetrain for maximum performance and durability.

Their full line of cam kits includes matched components such as lifters, springs, pushrods, and timing sets to ensure compatibility and maximize performance — simplifying the upgrade process and reducing guesswork, making them ideal for both experienced engine builders and DIY tuners.

No Compromise Engineering

COMP Cams engineers operate on one simple principle: No Compromise — a belief that has made the brand trusted by professional drivers and weekend racers alike. They help customers with innovative technological advancements through extensive research and development, with quality workmanship and engineering that ensures confidence for racers and street performance enthusiasts.

COMP Cams is a proud member of the Edelbrock Group™ family of brands, which includes Edelbrock®, FAST® (Fuel Air Spark Technology), TCI® Automotive, Russell® Performance, and Lunati Power®. This network of performance brands gives COMP Cams access to world-class engineering resources while maintaining the focused, application-driven approach that made the brand famous.