By Tanner Petersen
Comp has released exciting new products for 2022. Below are some of the highlights:
Rocker Arm Stud Kits for GM LS and Dodge HEMI Applications
COMP Cams Rocker Arm Stud Kits provide retention for the rocker arms in a GM LS or Dodge HEMI engine. These new rocker stud and nut assemblies allow for improved clamping load, allowing for a more stable and high revving valve train assembly. Additionally, the rocker arm stud kits help save the threads in aluminum cylinder heads. The stud kit also assists in the installation of shaft mount rocker systems by guiding the rocker arm assembly into position.
The 12 point flange nuts provide clearance to the rocker arms for maximum lift potential while a rounded nose on top of the stud prevents cross threading of the nut during assembly. Manufactured from grade 12.9 hardware, the high-strength studs also help to prevent thread fatigue and pulling of threads in aluminum heads. This product is available for GM LS1/LS3/LS7/LT and Dodge Gen III HEMI applications.
FAST™ LSXHR™ 103mm Intake Manifold for GM LS Cathedral Port Engines
FAST is expanding its line of polymer tunnel ram-style intake manifolds that are suited for generating maximum power in boosted and naturally aspirated GM LS cathedral port engines. The FAST LSXHR 103mm Intake Manifold ships with a set of “tall” removeable velocity stacks, while “medium” and “short” stack options can be purchased separately. Its polymer construction is lightweight and high strength. The manifold has been optimized to make power from 5,000 to 7,500 RPM, with testing showing 20+ horsepower gains.
The FAST LSXHR 103mm Intake Manifold is designed specifically with boosted applications in mind and is rated for up to 45psi of continuous boost pressure. The compound fuel injector angle aims the spray pattern for ideal atomization, resulting in maximum power production and superior drivability. Also included with the intake manifold are custom fuel rails and necessary hardware.
A reversible top allows for forward- or firewall-facing throttle body installations. The intake manifold also features two nitrous nozzle bosses per runner for clean and easy direct port system installations. Additionally, its 103mm throttle body opening can be port matched up to 105mm.
COMP Cams® Max-Lift BSR Shaft Rocker System™ for GM Gen V LT Engines
COMP Cams introduces a GM Gen V LT application to its Max-Lift BSR Shaft Rocker System line-up – a bolt-in, patent-pending, bushed shaft rocker system for increased system stiffness and higher level performance. By tying pairs of rocker arms together, the valve train dynamics improve. The use of a tri-layer bushing versus needle bearings reduces deflection and increases rigidity. The increased valve train stiffness provided by the COMP Cams Max-Lift BSR Shaft Rocker System makes the same camshaft perform like a slightly larger camshaft as more of the lobe lift is transferred directly to the valve train instead of being absorbed by deflection in the cylinder head and single-bolt rocker mounting design. The system will also allow the use of higher lift. The Max-Lift BSR Shaft Rocker System ensures the rocker pad and valve tip remain parallel through the contact sweep, allowing the rocker to safely sweep up to .675” valve lift. This product is available for GM GEN V LT1/LT2/LT4/LT5/L86 engines.
