{"product_id":"hamilton-cams-1998-5-2018-dodge-ram-2500-3500-5-9l-6-7l-cummins-24v-188-220-camshaft-combo","title":"Hamilton Cams 1998.5-2018 Dodge\/Ram 2500\/3500 5.9L\/6.7L Cummins 24V 188\/220 Camshaft Combo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 24-valve 188\/220 combo includes the camshaft, heavy-duty pushrods, 103 lb valve springs and tappets. For a VP44 truck, Hamilton’s application guidance points to the 24-valve 178\/208 combo; read the turbo and clearance notes below before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e188\/220 Camshaft (fits 89-2018 Cummins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty pushrods (oem-3000 hp)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e103 Valve Springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifters\/tappets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInformation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRPM Range: 1700-4500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrops EGT 200-300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased Mid Range power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuration at .050″ of lift 188 Intake, 220 Exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValve springs are meant to prevent valve float and improve overall performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty pushrods prevents loss in valve lift or retarded timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModification Required:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn a 24 valve engines, you will need .018″ or less piston protrusion and at least .038″ 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApplications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworks great on 24v applications with 66mm or smaller charger for low rpm or with large singles at higher rpm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emoderate singles, or set of compounds on 24v engines except vp-44 trucks, you will need a 178-208\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\u003eDo not let the starter run for more than 10 seconds at a time\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-torqueing 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":44961051050026,"sku":"HC07-CC-24V188","price":1349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/8305\/files\/Cummins-Camshaft-Copy-1.jpg?v=1792094649","url":"https:\/\/fassmotorsports.com\/products\/hamilton-cams-1998-5-2018-dodge-ram-2500-3500-5-9l-6-7l-cummins-24v-188-220-camshaft-combo","provider":"FASS Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}