{"product_id":"hamilton-cams-1989-1998-dodge-ram-2500-3500-5-9l-cummins-12v-188-220-camshaft-combo","title":"Hamilton Cams 1989-1998 Dodge\/Ram 2500\/3500 5.9L Cummins 12V 188\/220 Camshaft Combo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 12-valve combo pairs the 188\/220 cam with 155 lb valve springs, retainers, locks, tappets and extreme duty pushrods. Review the clearance requirements before ordering, especially if the head or block has been machined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e188\/220 Camshaft (fits 89-2018 Cummins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e155# Cummins 12valve springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetainers and locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifters\/tappets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtreme duty pushrods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModification Required:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor it to be “drop in” on a 12valve, you will need no more than .020″ piston protrusion and at least .055″ valve face depth with a standard head gasket and a 99 intake centerline. 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough this is considered a drop in cam it is important to check clearances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eall around performance grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger single, or set of compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekend warrior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrag strip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock class pulling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreak in:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo make sure that you have no issues during break-in, follow these few suggestions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure that the cam has a Liberal amount of quality assembly lube applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDO NOT let the engine start without oil pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen this is a new engine, be sure to put a liberal amount of assembly lube in the oil pump and prime the oil filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce oil pressure has been verified, let the engine start and run for five minutes at 1200-1500rpm then shut engine down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust valves then you are cleared to abuse your engine. Enjoy the added airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eif you need to re-torque or “hot-torque “the head, do so before adjusting valves. Re-torquing the head changes the valve lash setting, so it is important to set lash last.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproved oil — required.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValvoline Full Synthetic 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValvoline Synthetic Blend 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValvoline All-Terrain 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchaeffer’s 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobil Delvac Extreme 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLIQUI MOLY Touring High Tech 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriven Racing Oil 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedline 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcceptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Rotella T6 Full Synthetic 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Rotella T5 15W-40\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreferred filter: Fleetguard Stratapore LF16035. \u003cstrong\u003eRunning a non-approved oil voids the warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e All warranty claims must include the failed parts and an oil sample.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hamilton Cams","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44961050984490,"sku":"HC07-CC-12V188","price":1375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/8305\/files\/Cummins-Camshaft-Copy_695f9459-efa8-43f9-a447-489deea193df.jpg?v=1792094648","url":"https:\/\/fassmotorsports.com\/products\/hamilton-cams-1989-1998-dodge-ram-2500-3500-5-9l-cummins-12v-188-220-camshaft-combo","provider":"FASS Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}