5803 Retro-Fit Stage 1 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Kit for Small Block Chevy Engines
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AFR - AIRFLOW RESEARCHPART NUMBER: 033-5803

5803 Retro-Fit Stage 1 Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Kit for Small Block Chevy Engines

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Stage 1
Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Kit
  • Small Block Chevy Engines
  • Includes:
    • Retro-Fit Stage 1 Camshaft
    • OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifters

      The AFR Stage 1 Camshaft & OE-Style Lifter Kit for Small Block Chevy engines combines a race-proven hydraulic roller camshaft with precision OE-style hydraulic lifters for a complete valvetrain upgrade. Developed to work seamlessly with AFR Eliminator CNC and Enforcer As-Cast cylinder heads, this kit delivers strong midrange and high-RPM performance in a drop-in solution. The premium camshaft material and matched lifters promote durability, consistent valve control, and reliable operation in high-performance applications.

      AFR 5803 Features:

      • Complete kit with Stage 1 hydraulic roller camshaft and OE-style hydraulic lifters
      • Retro-Fit Hydraulic Roller camshaft design
      • Premium 8620 steel core camshaft for strength and wear resistance
      • OE-style hydraulic lifters matched to cam profile for reliable valvetrain operation
      • Specifically matched to AFR Eliminator CNC and Enforcer As-Cast cylinder heads
      • Ideal for high-RPM, strip-focused Small Block Chevy engines
      • Computer-controlled compatible

      AFR 5803 Specifications:

      • Intake duration @ .050 in.: 224 degrees
      • Exhaust duration @ .050 in.: 230 degrees
      • Valve lift w/ 1.5 rocker ratio: .533 in. intake / .548 in. exhaust
      • 112-degree lobe separation angle
      • 3-bolt camshaft gear attachment

      AFR 5803 Notes:

      • Hydraulic Roller camshafts require the use of a cam button to prevent cam walk (sold separately)
      • OE Roller engines from 1987–2003 with a stepped-nose cam:
        • Cam retainer plate must be removed and replaced with a cam button
        • OEM timing gear will not fit and must be upgraded to a timing set for earlier Small Block Chevy engines
      • Hydraulic lifters are included and intended to be used with this camshaft
      • Intended for strip and high-RPM performance use
      • Sold as a kit

      Emissions Note:

      This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.

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  • Part TypeCamshaft Kit
    BrandAFR - AIRFLOW RESEARCH
    Package Height9.0
    Package Width9.0
    Package Length25.0
    Weight20.0 PG
    Part CategoryPerformance Parts
    Intake Valve Lift.533 in
    Exh. Duration @ .050 In. (Deg)230
    Lobe Separation Deg112
    QuantitySold as a Kit
    Part FitmentSemi Universal
    Engine Make/SizeChevy Small Block
    Int. Duration @ .050 In. (Deg)224
    Exhaust Valve Lift.548 in
    Camshaft TypeHydraulic Roller
    Vendor Part Number5803
    Package Qty1
    Package TypeEA
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