Over the years, the performance aftermarket has begun to truly push the horsepower limits of many popular engine applications.  And with today’s aggressive cam profiles and innovative valve train combinations, engineers at COMP Cams® decided it was time to design a valve spring to reduce stress and increase valve train stability. Using a new dynamic modeling system that optimizes a spring’s design and pitch profile before prototype production, COMP® engineers were able to design and run through several development cycles before the first spring was ever even produced. The result was the most high-tech of all COMP Cams® valve springs, the #26926, a professional race quality, lightweight, small O.D. dual spring capable of high loads and an extended maximum lift.

Over the last decade, Briggs Racing has made some impressive developments with regards to OHV engine technology. The Animal engine has proven itself as a performer in almost every circuit imaginable, and as a proven competitor, has pressured the leaders of the performance aftermarket to come up with new developments to stay on top. With that in mind, valve train engineers at COMP Cams® GoParts™ have recently developed a Valve Spring Height Gauge to enable accurate installed spring height measurements for Animal and OHV race engine builders.

Recently, General Motors developed the new L94/L99 engines, which utilize Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This technology is regulated by the use of cam phasers, which are computer controlled cam gears that optimize camshaft timing based on current engine rpm. Engine oil is pressure fed to the cam phasers through a series of passageways in the cylinder heads and cam while the engine computers control solenoids that adjust this oil flow into and out of the phaser’s control chambers. While this technology provides benefits such as fuel efficiency, it does present some limitations when it comes to performance camshafts. With such a wide range of valve timing movement, there is very little piston to valve clearance, which limits you to small cam profiles with little overlap.

There’s no doubting the fact that GM engine technology has seen a revolution with the new Motown LS engine block from World Products. It basically consists of a Small Block Chevy hybrid engine that enables the use of LS cylinder heads. But there’s even more to this development – engineers at COMP Cams® received a call to exclusively design a series of custom cam grinds for this one-of-a-kind engine block. The unique characteristic of the COMP Cams® Motown LS Custom Grinds is that each camshaft is designed with a Small Block Chevy camshaft size, fuel pump lobe and distributor gear. However, the remaining lobe profiles are engineered for the LS engine series. During the design phase of these cams, COMP Cams® also developed several other profiles to match various other LS engine applications.

When it comes to Small Block Chevy drag strip performance, engines utilizing splayed valve technology have reigned supreme over the past few years. To maximize the valve train performance of this innovative GM engine technology, engineers at COMP Cams® went to work developing custom lobe layouts designed specifically for all out drag racing applications that are equipped with CFE SBX Pro Series cylinder heads.

COMP Cams®, the absolute leader in valve train technology, is offering customers and supporters the chance to be part of the valve train performance team. With the company’s new signature trucker style hat, racers and performance enthusiasts can show support for the company whose winning valve train combinations have helped them outrun the competition for years. The COMP Cams® Trucker Hat is designed from a black twill material with gray stitching and gray mesh material on the back. The hat itself is great for the hard-working racer, engine builder or performance enthusiast to wear at the track or in the shop because the black twill material won’t show any signs of dirt or grease stains.

With the current government regulations, today’s oils are missing many of the critical ingredients needed for engine protection. Engine builders and performance hobbyists are being forced to add in extra protection additives in order to maintain engine safety and performance – but not anymore. Engineers at COMP Cams® and Endure Performance Lubricants™ have been working hand-in-hand to develop a full line of automotive lubricants, the first being the ZDDP-enhanced Engine Break-In Oil that provides maximum protection during initial engine break-in.

Valve train and cylinder head technology leaders combine to pay over $10,000 in contingency in seven unique IMCA divisions. With the IMCA race season in full gear, both racers and engine builders are focused on championships and top season-ending points finishes. Capturing these honors is important for many reasons, but one motivating factor is the awards that come with success on the track. Two companies that help make those IMCA awards possible are COMP Cams® and RHS®.

The original Pro Magnum™ stud mount rocker arm design has been the standard of the industry for almost 20 years, but recent advancements in design capabilities and steel casting processes have paved the way for a “clean sheet” redesign. Utilizing years of valve train design experience, the latest FEA stress analysis technology and an exhaustive testing regiment (dyno & Spintron®), the COMP Cams® engineering team left no detail to chance. Everything from casting techniques to valve spring clearance was scrutinized to ensure that the new Ultra Pro Magnum™ Rocker Arms not only live up to the lofty standards of their predecessor but also took stud mount rocker performance, stability and value to a whole new level. Consider the mission accomplished.

Rather than find ways around the recent advances in GM engine technology, engineers at COMP Cams® have found a way to work with the innovation to produce a powerful line of cams for the newer L92 engines. This new series of XFI™ SPR (Valve Springs & Phaser Modifications Required) Camshafts features four unique cam grinds that each provide substantial gains in both torque and horsepower.

In recent years, General Motors has developed the new L92 engine that utilizes Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This technology is regulated by cam phasers, which are computer controlled cam gears that optimize camshaft timing based on the current rpm and load. Although highly fuel efficient, this technology has limitations for those looking for a performance cam due to the wide range of valve timing movement and constantly changing piston-to-valve clearance.

Ford built a great car in the ‘05-‘09 S197 Mustang, but with a little help from COMP Cams® it can sound and perform like a real “hot rod”. To even the playing field on the street and strip, engineers at COMP Cams® have recently designed a line of Thumpr™ Camshafts specifically for Ford 3 valve engine technology. The Thumpr™ Cam Sets for Ford 4.6L/5.4L Modular 3V Engines deliver an aggressive “thumping” exhaust idle and generous power gains in the middle and upper rpm range.

Inglese™ Weber carburetors offer outstanding performance and throttle response, as well as an incredible underhood appearance. But until now no manufacturer had created camshafts designed specifically to optimize this classic high performance induction system. The new Inglese™. Weber Performance Camshafts by COMP Cams® are designed to enhance the power and drivability of these systems; Inglese™ having worked closely with the COMP Cams® engineering staff to create the most advanced camshaft designs possible. As a result, Inglese™ announces the creation of 16 hydraulic roller cams for Ford, Chevrolet and Chrysler engines.

The Ford 4.6L/5.4L Modular 3V engines found in 2005 & newer Mustangs are all the rage. So the question on everyone’s mind becomes, “How can I further improve the performance of these powerful engines?” The new COMP Cams® XFI™ VSR Ford 4.6L/5.4L Modular 3V (Valve Springs Required) Camshafts deliver a great power improvement over stock levels. These cams are the next step up from the COMP Cams® NSR (No Springs Required) Cams and represent a major upgrade in power production.

New ultra-blend sweatshirts feature distinctive COMP Cams® embroidered logo. Cool track temperatures won’t negatively affect your performance when you’re wearing a COMP Cams® Logo Sweatshirt. Available in both crewneck and hooded styles, these attractive black sweatshirts are made from 9.3oz ultra-blend, which provides excellent durability and warmth.