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COMP Cams 12-254-3 Xtreme Energy Hydraulic Flat Camshaft 250/256 Duration for Chevrolet Small Block

(GMC G2500 1979-95, Yukon 1992-95, K1500 1979-86, 1988-99, C1500 1979-86, 1988-99, K2500 1979-86, 1988-95, 1998, Jimmy 1970-91 + 259 more models)

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Part Number

12-254-3
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The COMP Cams Xtreme Energy 12-254-3 is a hydraulic flat tappet camshaft designed specifically for Chevrolet small block engines. This camshaft features an advertised duration of 250 degrees intake and 256 degrees exhaust, providing an aggressive performance profile ideal for street/strip applications.

Key Features:

  • Advertised Duration: 250° Intake / 256° Exhaust
  • Duration at .050": 206° Intake / 212° Exhaust
  • Valve Lift: .447" Intake / .447" Exhaust (with 1.5 rocker ratio)
  • Lobe Separation Angle: 110 degrees
  • Hydraulic flat tappet design for reliable operation
  • Optimized for 1,500-5,500 RPM power range
  • Compatible with stock to mildly modified cylinder heads and compression ratios of 9.0:1 and higher

This Xtreme Energy camshaft delivers noticeable performance improvements with a lopey idle characteristic, making it perfect for enthusiasts seeking increased horsepower and torque in street-driven vehicles. The cam requires a matching valve spring upgrade and is compatible with standard small block Chevy lifters and timing sets.

Products specifications

Fits

GMC G2500 1979-95, Yukon 1992-95, K1500 1979-86, 1988-99, C1500 1979-86, 1988-99, K2500 1979-86, 1988-95, 1998, Jimmy 1970-91, Savana 2500 1996-2002, Savana 1500 1996-2002, C3500 1979-86, 1988-95, K2500 Suburban 1979-86, 1992-95 + 255 more models

Advertised Intake Duration

294

Grind Number

XE294H

Cam Type

Hydraulic Flat Tappet

Intake Valve Lift

0.519

Exhaust Valve Lift

0.523

Intake Duration at .050 Inch Lift

250

Camshaft Material

Cast Iron

Cam and Lifter Kit Upgrade

CL12-254-3

K-Kit Upgrade

K12-254-3

SK-Kit Upgrade

SK12-254-3

Usage

Street/Performance

Assembly Lubricant Included

Yes

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.

Basic Operating RPM Range

2,800-7000

Camshaft Gear Attachment

3-Bolt

Advertised Exhaust Duration

306

Engine Family

Chevrolet 262-400 c.i. 8 Cylinder (1958-1998)

Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift

256

AMAZON ASIN

B000CEQDD2

Camshaft Series

Xtreme Energy

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