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COMP Cams 42-223-4 Xtreme Energy Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft Oldsmobile - V8 260-455

(Pontiac Firebird 1977-79, Grand Prix 1977, Bonneville 1977-81, LeMans 1976-77, Catalina 1977-81, Ventura 1975-77, Parisienne 1986 + 31 more models)

Part of: COMP Cams Xtreme Energy Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft Ford

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Part Number

42-223-4
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$309.95

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Product Details

The COMP Cams Xtreme Energy 42-223-4 hydraulic flat tappet camshaft delivers proven performance for Oldsmobile V8 engines from 260 to 455 cubic inches. This camshaft features a 224/230 duration split designed to provide excellent throttle response and strong mid-range torque while maintaining good street manners and idle quality.

Camshaft Specifications:

  • Advertised Duration: 268°/274° intake/exhaust
  • Duration at .050": 224°/230° intake/exhaust
  • Valve Lift (with 1.6 rocker ratio): .454"/.475" intake/exhaust
  • Lobe Separation Angle: 110°
  • Hydraulic flat tappet design for excellent durability
  • RPM Range: 1,500-5,500 RPM

Key Features:

  • Xtreme Energy lobe profiles for maximum performance per duration
  • Ideal upgrade for street/strip applications and mild performance builds
  • Compatible with stock valve springs and components in most applications
  • Provides noticeable power gains over stock camshafts
  • Works with factory fuel injection or carbureted setups

This camshaft is designed for Oldsmobile V8 engines including 260, 307, 330, 350, 403, 425, and 455 cubic inch variants. Requires hydraulic flat tappet lifters (sold separately). Best results achieved with headers, intake manifold upgrade, and proper valvetrain components.

Products specifications

Fits

Pontiac Firebird 1977-79, Grand Prix 1977, Bonneville 1977-81, LeMans 1976-77, Catalina 1977-81, Ventura 1975-77, Parisienne 1986, Bonneville (SE/SSE) 1977-81, Grand LeMans 1976-77, Grand Safari 1977-78, Safari 1987-89, Phoenix 1977 + 26 more models

Advertised Exhaust Duration

280

Basic Operating RPM Range

1,600-5,800

Cam Type

Hydraulic Flat Tappet

Exhaust Valve Lift

0.49

Intake Valve Lift

0.485

Camshaft Material

Cast Iron

Cam and Lifter Kit Upgrade

CL42-223-4

K-Kit Upgrade

K42-223-4

Engine Family

Oldsmobile 260-455 c.i. 8 Cylinder (1967-1990)

SK-Kit Upgrade

SK42-223-4

AMAZON ASIN

B000CIO9GG

Usage

Street/Performance

Assembly Lubricant Included

Yes

Camshaft Gear Attachment

1-Bolt

Lifters Included

No

LOBE SEPARATION

110

Valve Springs Required

Yes

Lifter Type

Hydraulic Flat Tappet

Prop 65

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm P65Warnings.ca.gov

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.

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.

Advertised Intake Duration

268

Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift

230

Grind Number

XE268H

Intake Duration at .050 Inch Lift

224

Camshaft Series

Xtreme Energy

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