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TR2/3/3A Kast f cam...301466

karls59tr

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I came across this camshaft in a box of parts. I believe it to be a full race cam made by Kas Kastner.Looks in good shape. How can I find out what the specs are? Is it possible to measure the cam lobes with a caliper gauge to tell how worn it is. 100_1921.jpg100_1927.jpg100_1928.jpg100_1929.jpg100_1924.jpg What would cause the flat wear patterns that you see? Is that normal. Any thoughts appreciated.
 

tinman58

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It may be my computer but all the photos are blurry.
 

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To translate from Peterk's chart, the E cam is the last in Kastener's grinds (A to G I think) suitable for street. Your's is in the race category. Tom
 

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As for wear, it's almost always obvious: pits, chips, and striations. I have seen camshafts reground so deeply that the heel of the cam is actually below the surface of the shaft, which would be a concern to me, at least. If you don't see any wear, it should be OK.

If you could post some non-blurry pics, we could help evaluate it.

Oh, and, Peter: thanks for that link. Maybe I'm out of the loop, but I was unaware of that site. That's a useful table.
 
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