Hamilton Cams

188/220 Hot Street/Strip Camshaft (Steel) for 1989-2018 Dodge Ram 5.9L/6.7L Cummins - Hamilton Cams

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  • Regular price $699.00
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Features and Benefits:

  • RPM Range: 1700-4500
  • Drops EGT 200-300
  • Increased power we have seen 40-60hp depending on fueling and turbo.
  • Duration at .050 Inch of lift 188 Intake, 220 Exhaust
  • We only offer warranty on our cams if our lifters and springs are used.

Details:

  • Sold As: Each
  • Universal: No
  • Vehicle Type: Truck
  • Liter: 5.9L, 6.7L
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Valve: 12-Valve, 24-Valve
  • Material: Steel
  • Duration at .050 Inch: 188 Degree Intake / 220 Degree Exhaust
  • Intake Centerline: 99 Degree (12-Valve)
  • RPM Range: 1,700 - 4,500 RPM

Fitment Notes:

  • Fitment: 1989-2007 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins and 2007.5-2018 Ram 6.7L Cummins flat-tappet engines; verify piston-to-valve clearance and supporting valvetrain requirements.
  • For it to be drop in on a 12v you will need no more than .018 Inch piston protrusion and at least .055 Inch valve face depth with a standard head gasket and a 99 intake centerline. On a 24v you will need no more than .018 Inch piston protrusion and at least .038 Inch valve face depth with a standard gasket. If you do not meet the minimum requirements for piston to valve clearance, don't worry, you can still run an oversize head gasket or cut valve reliefs.
  • Although this is considered a drop in cam it is important to check clearances
  • For the Steel version you will need at least two bushings installed in the cam tunnel, otherwise the steel could eat into the cast iron block
  • We always recommend new lifters when changing a cam.

Installation Notes:

  • To make sure that you have no issues during break-in, follow these few suggestions.
  • Make sure that the cam has a Liberal amount of quality assembly lube applied
  • Do Not let the engine start without oil pressure
  • When this is a new engine, be sure to put a liberal amount of assembly lube in the oil pump and prime the oil filter
  • Be sure to change the oil after you have done your break-in procedure. When the filter and oil system are already primed, engine will get oil pressure much faster than if the oil is changed at the same time.
  • Disconnect the fuel system and spin the engine with the starter until oil pressure can be read or until oil is coming out of the rocker arms.
  • Once oil pressure has been verified, let the engine start and run until up to operating temp
  • Adjust valves then you are cleared to abuse your engine. Enjoy the added airflow
  • If you need to re-torque or hot-torque the head, do so before adjusting valves. When you retorque the head, the valve lash setting, so it is important to set lash last.
  • Approved oil - required. Use a 15W-40 (or 5W-40 in sub-zero conditions) with adequate zinc, phosphorus, and molybdenum. Thin or low-additive oils don't provide the shear strength a flat tappet needs.

Approved Oils:

  • Valvoline Full Synthetic 15W-40
  • Valvoline Synthetic Blend 15W-40
  • Valvoline All-Terrain 15W-40
  • Schaeffer's 15W-40
  • Mobil Delvac Extreme 15W-40
  • Liqui Moly Touring High Tech 15W-40
  • Driven Racing Oil 15W-40
  • Shell Rotella T6 Full Synthetic 15W-40
  • Shell Rotella 15W-40

Applications:

  • Drag strip
  • Stock class pulling