Cam Chart Definitions

Lift The amount lift at tappet in pushrod engines, lift at valve in OHC engines, measured in inches.
LCA The Lobe Center Angle, measured in degrees.
Lash Measured in inches.
Tappet The type of tappet.
Flat - Flat tappet
R - 1 1/8" radius tappet
S - 3/4" radius tappet
Duration The length of time the valve is open, measured in degrees.
Open When the valve opens, measured in degrees.
Intake valve is measured Before Top Dead Center.
Exhaust valve is measured Before Bottom Dead Center.
Close When the valve closes, measured in degrees.
Intake valve is measured After Bottom Dead Center.
Exhaust valve is measured After Top Dead Center.
At The measurements are lift at tappet, measured in inches. Please note that two measurements are provided for timing specifications- some cam grinders use .020 in., some use .040 in.. Both specifications are provided for your convenience.

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