This Melling Camshaft & Lifter Kit is a stock-style replacement camshaft and lifter kit for select Full Size Jeeps equipped with AMC 232 3.8L and 258 4.2L inline 6-cylinder engines. This kit is a great option when rebuilding or refreshing the original inline-six engine in your Wagoneer, Cherokee, or J-Series Truck.
Kit includes the camshaft and matching hydraulic flat tappet lifters, helping restore proper valve timing, smooth engine operation, and dependable stock-style performance. This is not an aggressive performance camshaft. It is designed for customers looking to maintain original-style drivability, idle quality, vacuum, and low-end power.
This kit is also a practical replacement option for discontinued camshaft and lifter kits such as Omix 17420.01, depending on the exact engine and application.
Features:
- Manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications
- Helps ensure proper valve timing, smooth engine operation, and dependable stock-style performance
- Includes lifters designed to work correctly with the camshaft profile
- Helps eliminate compatibility issues caused by mismatched camshaft and lifter components
- Constructed from wear-resistant alloys for excellent durability and long service life
- Built to perform under high operating temperatures and engine loads
- Precision-ground and polished contact surfaces help reduce friction between the lifter and camshaft
- Helps prevent scuffing and extend camshaft life
- Designed for proper oil metering and oil retention
- Helps maintain adequate lubrication at startup and during operation, reducing noise and wear
- Hydraulic lifter design helps maintain consistent valve lash
- Helps minimize valvetrain noise while improving engine smoothness and drivability
- Engine-specific design provides proper fit and function
- Designed for installation with no modifications required
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Fits:
- 1965-1971 Wagoneer with 3.8L engine
- 1972-1973, 1980 Wagoneer with 4.2L engine
- 1974-1980 Cherokee with 4.2L engine
- 1965-1980 J-Series Trucks with 3.8L or 4.2L engine
Cam Style: Hydraulic flat tappet
Basic Operating RPM Range: Stock
Camshaft Use: Stock Replacement
Intake Duration at 050 inch Lift: 185
Exhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift: 185
Advertised Intake Duration: 259
Advertised Exhaust Duration: 259
Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.380 in.
Exhaust Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio: 0.380 in.
Lobe Separation (degrees): 110
Computer-Controlled Compatible: No
Lifters Included: Yes