COMP Cams 1978 Buick Skyhawk Parts

A guide to choosing the right camshaft for your engine. See how to install a new LSR roller camshaft while upgrading valve springs and rocker trunnions.

What happens when you advance or retard a camshaft? In this tech article, we explain the pros and cons of installing your cam straight up, advancing or retarding.

Learn the basics to engine performance like; how does a cam work? What is Valve lift, duration, lobe separation angle, and cam profiles? Afterwords selecting the right camshaft will be less of a guessing game!

Chris Ryan's '78 Firebird is a loving tribute to that famous Trans Am from _Smokey & the Bandit_, but with style and performance that would have been nearly impossible when the Bandit was busy with Sheriff Justice.