{"product_id":"tick-performance-towmax-stage-1-camshaft-for-4-8l-5-3l-ls2-lq4-lq9-engines","title":"towMAX Stage 1 Camshaft for 4.8L, 5.3L, LS2, LQ4 \u0026 LQ9 Engines By Tick Performance","description":"\u003cp\u003eTick Performance proudly offers our Elite Series of Camshafts designed specifically for 4.8, 5.3, LS2, LQ4 \u0026amp; LQ9 Engines! Using the latest and greatest technology available, we've put together a complete line of Camshafts that are designed to meet every goal, from mild to wild. Our Elite Series of Camshafts are all manufactured by Cam Motion and are updated with a new version every time an advancement in valvetrain technology becomes available, so they're ALWAYS cutting-edge!  Although we suggest measuring for piston-to-valve clearance during ANY camshaft install, every Elite Series Camshaft is designed to fit in a stock engine \u0026amp; stock heads with adequate clearance unless otherwise noted. These cams are designed to maximize power, reliability and valvetrain longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTick Performance towMAX Stage 1 Camshaft for 4.8, 5.3, LS2, LQ4 \u0026amp; LQ9 Engines\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e208\/216 | .561\"\/.561\" | LSA113+4\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/em\u003e  4.8, 5.3, LS2, LQ4 \u0026amp; LQ9 Engines with Cathedral Port Heads\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasic Operating RPM Range:\u003c\/em\u003e  Idle-5500\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected Horsepower Gains:  \u003c\/em\u003e25-35RWHP over the stock camshaft in a well-optimized setup\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpected Torque Gains:\u003c\/em\u003e  35-45RWTQ over the stock camshaft in a well-optimized setup\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStall Converter Required:  \u003c\/em\u003eNo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRear Gear Upgrade Required:  \u003c\/em\u003eNo\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks Well with Nitrous:  \u003c\/em\u003eYes (shot size less than 200)\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWill Pass Most Smog Emissions:  \u003c\/em\u003eYes\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew for 2017!\u003c\/strong\u003e Ever since we first released our Elite Series of Camshafts, one question has consistently been asked: which one is best for TOWING? Now, we're proud to release the all-new towMAX Camshafts, specifically designed for guys who tow and are looking for more power where they need it - UNDER the curve! This camshaft is perfect if you're looking to delete the factory DOD\/AFM and VVT systems. We strongly suggest the use of our Tick\/PAC Dual Valvesprings (although you can get away with using PAC #1219 drop-in springs) and hardened pushrods with this camshaft (sold separately.)  Hundreds of hours were spent developing this camshaft to perform precisely the way we advertise, so as a result, changes to the LSA or any other specification of this camshaft are not available.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption Guide: Do I need the 3-Bolt Conversion Kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2007, GM began installing a camshaft in select LSx engines that used one large bolt to attach the timing chain gear.  All Tick Performance Elite Series Camshafts use 3 bolts to attach the timing chain gear, as the earler LSx engines used.  If your engine is a 2007 or newer (or if you're not sure which camshaft style you've got), we suggest adding the 3-Bolt Conversion Kit during checkout.  This Conversion Kit includes everything that you'll need to convert your single-bolt setup over to the 3-Bolt setup (the proper timing chain gear and a set of 3 ARP camshaft bolts.)  If you'd prefer to retain the single bolt style camshaft (not recommended), please place your order with us via phone. \u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e1x GM 12586481, 1x ARP 134-10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003c!-- mceItemMediaService_youtube:{\u0026quot;id\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;4NjZMlA30vk\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;width\u0026quot;:440,\u0026quot;height\u0026quot;:330} --\u003e\u003c!-- do not directly edit this HTML, it will be overwritten by the mediaservice plugin --\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"440\" height=\"330\" src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4NjZMlA30vk?fs=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c!-- \/mceItemMediaService --\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tick Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45634383282316,"sku":"TMX001","price":389.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0384\/8208\/3980\/files\/towmax148__27055.jpg?v=1768247957","url":"https:\/\/fiperformance.com\/products\/tick-performance-towmax-stage-1-camshaft-for-4-8l-5-3l-ls2-lq4-lq9-engines","provider":"FI Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}