HOWARDS RACING COMPONENTS 111982-06 Howards Racing Components 111982-06 SBC Solid Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft, 0.550/0.525 in Lift

The Howards Racing Components 111982-06 is a solid mechanical flat tappet camshaft designed for Small Block Chevrolet applications. With an aggressive performance profile, it delivers 0.550 inches of intake lift and 0.525 inches of exhaust lift to support strong valve motion and high-performance engine operation. This camshaft is supplied individually and is intended for builders seeking a mechanical flat tappet setup with a broad, high-rpm operating range.
The camshaft features listed durations of 289 degrees for the intake and 285 degrees for the exhaust, along with a 106-degree lobe separation angle. Its operating range of approximately 3,200 to 7,000 rpm makes it suited to performance-oriented engine combinations where upper-rpm power and responsive valvetrain control are priorities. The solid mechanical design requires proper lash adjustment and compatible valve springs, lifters, retainers, and related valvetrain components.
Before installation, verify that the Howards Racing Components 111982-06 profile matches the engine’s displacement, cylinder heads, compression ratio, induction system, exhaust, gearing, and intended use. Confirm piston-to-valve clearance, retainer-to-seal clearance, spring specifications, and rocker geometry during assembly. Proper break-in, lubrication, and lash settings are essential for reliable service with a mechanical flat tappet camshaft. This Small Block Chevy camshaft is a focused choice for custom performance builds that require a pronounced mechanical profile and a high-rpm powerband.

Features:

• Solid mechanical flat tappet design for performance-focused Small Block Chevrolet engine builds

• 0.550 inches of intake lift and 0.525 inches of exhaust lift

• 289 degrees of intake duration and 285 degrees of exhaust duration

• 106-degree lobe separation angle for an aggressive performance profile

• Recommended operating range of approximately 3,200 to 7,000 rpm

• Howards Racing Components part number 111982-06

• Supplied as an individual camshaft