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Tight Lash Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft Small Block Chevy 262-400ci 1955-98 Lift: .530"/.540"
$32595
Ships on Sep 15, 2026
Lowest Price GuaranteeChevrolet 262-400ci 1955-1998
- Tight Lash Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft
- Lift: .530"/.540"
- Duration: 280°/284°
- Lobe Separation Angle: 106°
- RPM Range: 3000-6500
Best on 3/8 to short 1/2 mile with high corner speeds. 350-377 engine with open rules. Good torque.265, 283, 307, 302, 305, 327, 350, 383, 400, 427, L46, L48, L65, LM1, LT-1, L82, L81, LS9, L83, L98, L05, LG3, LG4, LT1, LT4, Camaro, Corvette, Chevelle, Stingray, Silverado, C10, Firebird, Chevrolet, Chevy, Small Block Chevy, Caprice, Malibu, Impala, Nova, 355, GEN1, Monte Carlo, S10
Best on 3/8 to short 1/2 mile with high corner speeds. 350-377 engine with open rules. Good torque.
Small Block Chevy 262-400ci 1955-98
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This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.
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- Comp Cams Tight Lash Camshafts are designed for Circle Track and drag racing applications where a tight lash is necessary. These cams produce good torque and power and can handle high, sustained RPM.
Part TypeCamshaft
Product LineCOMP Cams Tight Lash Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshafts
BrandCOMP CAMS
Package Height2.75
Package Width2.87
Package Length24.5
Weight9.0 PG
Part CategoryPerformance Parts
Exh. Duration @ .050 In. (Deg)254
Cam StyleMechanical flat tappet
Grind NumberCS 280TL-6
Exh. Duration Advertised (Deg)284-1
Engine Make/SizeChevy Small Block (262-400)
Intake Valve Lift With Factory Rocker Arm Ratio (I0.53
Int. Duration @ .050 In. (Deg)250
Basic Operating Rpm Range3,000-6,500
Intake Valve Lash0.018 in (0.457 mm)
Intake Valve Lift0.53 in (13.462 mm)
Computer-Controlled CompatibleNo
Int. Duration Advertised (Deg)280-1
Lobe Separation (Deg)106
Rpm Range3000-6500
Advertised Duration280 int./284 exh.
Exhaust Valve Lift With Factory Rocker Arm Ratio (0.54
UsageStrip
Valve Lift With Factory Rocker Arm Ratio0.530 int./0.540 exh.
QuantitySold individually
Exhaust Valve Lash0.02 in (0.508 mm)
Exhaust Valve Lift0.54 in (13.716 mm)
Advertised Intake Duration280
Intake Duration At 050 Inch Lift250
Exhaust Duration At 050 Inch Lift254
Advertised Exhaust Duration284
Lifter TypeMechanical Flat Tappet
Duration At 050 Inch Lift250 int./254 exh.
Valve Springs RequiredYes
Vendor Part Number12-502-5
Package Qty1
Package TypeEA
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