Camshaft, Engine

1999 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Camshaft, Engine
Journal Diameter 1.8462-1.8448 Inch (in)
Bearing Inside Diameter 1 and 4 1.8428-1.8492 Inch (in)
Bearing Inside Diameter 2 and 3 1.8481-1.8495 Inch (in)
Bearing-to-Journal Clearance 0.0016-0.0047 Inch (in)
Intake Maximum Lobe Lift 0.258 Inch (in)
Exhaust Maximum Lobe Lift 0.255 Inch (in)
Camshaft Thrust Plate Bolt 11 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
RENDER: 1.0x

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