COMP Cams 01-601-8 Thumper Hydraulic Roller Camshaft for 1996-1999 Chevrolet 454/502 Big Block V8s

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle. 1996-1999 Chevrolet 454/502 GEN VI Big Block

The COMP Cams 01-601-8 Thumper hydraulic roller camshaft is engineered for high-performance street and strip applications, delivering aggressive power and torque. Designed specifically for 1996-1999 Chevrolet 454 and 502 Gen VI big block engines, this camshaft enhances engine responsiveness and overall performance. It requires a minimum of 9:1 compression ratio and a stall converter above 2500 RPM for optimal operation. Installation typically involves upgrading intake systems, gears, and headers to harness the camshaft's full potential. The rough idle characteristic adds to its aggressive performance profile, making it ideal for enthusiasts seeking a significant upgrade in power and throttle response.

The design features a duration of 235/249 degrees and is constructed to withstand high-stress conditions, ensuring durability for demanding driving scenarios. This camshaft is not carburetor approved and requires carb acknowledgment, making it suitable for fuel-injected setups or as part of a performance upgrade. The camshaft's specifications align with high-performance street/strip builds, providing substantial gains in horsepower and torque across the RPM range.

Manufactured by COMP Cams, a trusted name in automotive performance parts, this camshaft is a direct fit for various GMC C3500 and C2500 models from 1997 to 1999, ensuring compatibility with your existing engine components. With a weight of approximately 0.172 pounds, it’s designed for straightforward installation and reliable operation. This product is ideal for enthusiasts looking to maximize their big block engine's potential with a proven performance part that delivers strong, consistent power gains and a distinctive aggressive sound.

Features:

• Hydraulic roller camshaft designed for high-performance street and strip use

• Optimized for 1996-1999 Chevrolet 454/502 Gen VI big block engines

• Requires 9:1 compression ratio and 2500+ RPM stall converter for best performance

• Aggressive duration of 235/249 degrees for a rough idle and enhanced power

• Durable construction suitable for demanding street/strip applications

• Not carburetor approved; requires carb acknowledgment during installation

• Engine compatibility with various GMC C3500 and C2500 models from 1997-1999

• Manufactured by COMP Cams, a leader in performance camshafts

Fits
Chevrolet C2500 Base 1996
Chevrolet C2500 Base 1997
Chevrolet C2500 Base 1999
Chevrolet C2500 Base 2000
Chevrolet C2500 Cheyenne 1996
Chevrolet C2500 Cheyenne 1997
Chevrolet C2500 Cheyenne 1998
Chevrolet C2500 LS 1999
Chevrolet C2500 LS 2000
Chevrolet C2500 Silverado 1996
Chevrolet C2500 Silverado 1997
Chevrolet C2500 Silverado 1998
Chevrolet C2500 WT 1998
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban Base 1996
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban Base 1997
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban Base 1998
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban Base 1999
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban LS 1996
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban LS 1997
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban LS 1998
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban LS 1999
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban LT 1996
Chevrolet C2500 Suburban LT 1997
Chevrolet C3500 Base 1996
Chevrolet C3500 Base 1997
Chevrolet C3500 Base 1999
Chevrolet C3500 Base 2000
Chevrolet C3500 Cheyenne 1996
Chevrolet C3500 Cheyenne 1997
Chevrolet C3500 Cheyenne 1998
Chevrolet C3500 LS 1999
Chevrolet C3500 LS 2000
Chevrolet C3500 Silverado 1996
Chevrolet C3500 Silverado 1997
Chevrolet C3500 Silverado 1998
Chevrolet Express 3500 Base 1996
Chevrolet Express 3500 Base 1997
Chevrolet Express 3500 Base 1998
Chevrolet Express 3500 Base 1999
Chevrolet Express 3500 Base 2000
Chevrolet Express 3500 LS 1996
Chevrolet Express 3500 LS 1997
Chevrolet Express 3500 LS 1998
Chevrolet Express 3500 LS 1999
Chevrolet Express 3500 LS 2000
Chevrolet G30 Beauville 1996
Chevrolet G30 Chevy Van 1996
Chevrolet G30 Hi-Cube 1996
Chevrolet G30 Sportvan 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Base 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Base 1997
Chevrolet K2500 Base 1999
Chevrolet K2500 Base 2000
Chevrolet K2500 Cheyenne 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Cheyenne 1997
Chevrolet K2500 Cheyenne 1998
Chevrolet K2500 LS 1999
Chevrolet K2500 LS 2000
Chevrolet K2500 Silverado 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Silverado 1997
Chevrolet K2500 Silverado 1998
Chevrolet K2500 WT 1998
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban Base 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban Base 1997
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban Base 1998
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban Base 1999
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LS 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LS 1997
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LS 1998
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LS 1999
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LT 1996
Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LT 1997
Chevrolet K3500 Base 1996
Chevrolet K3500 Base 1997
Chevrolet K3500 Base 1999
Chevrolet K3500 Base 2000
Chevrolet K3500 Cheyenne 1996
Chevrolet K3500 Cheyenne 1997
Chevrolet K3500 Cheyenne 1998
Chevrolet K3500 LS 1999
Chevrolet K3500 LS 2000
Chevrolet K3500 Silverado 1996
Chevrolet K3500 Silverado 1997
Chevrolet K3500 Silverado 1998
Chevrolet P30 Base 1996
Chevrolet P30 Base 1997
Chevrolet P30 Base 1998
Chevrolet P30 Base 1999
GMC C2500 Sierra SL 1996
GMC C2500 Sierra SL 1997
GMC C2500 Sierra SL 1998
GMC C2500 Sierra SL 1999
GMC C2500 Sierra SL 2000
GMC C2500 Sierra SLE 1996
GMC C2500 Sierra SLE 1997
GMC C2500 Sierra SLE 1998
GMC C2500 Sierra SLE 1999
GMC C2500 Sierra SLE 2000
GMC C2500 Sierra SLT 1996
GMC C2500 Sierra SLT 1997
GMC C2500 Sierra SLT 1998
GMC C2500 Sierra SLT 1999
GMC C2500 Sierra SLT 2000
GMC C2500 Suburban Base 1996
GMC C2500 Suburban Base 1997
GMC C2500 Suburban Base 1998
GMC C2500 Suburban Base 1999
GMC C2500 Suburban SLE 1996
GMC C2500 Suburban SLE 1997
GMC C2500 Suburban SLE 1998
GMC C2500 Suburban SLE 1999
GMC C2500 Suburban SLT 1996
GMC C2500 Suburban SLT 1997
GMC C2500 Suburban SLT 1998
GMC C2500 Suburban SLT 1999
GMC C3500 Sierra SL 1996
GMC C3500 Sierra SL 1997
GMC C3500 Sierra SL 1998
GMC C3500 Sierra SL 1999
GMC C3500 Sierra SL 2000
GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 1996
GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 1997
GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 1998
GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 1999
GMC C3500 Sierra SLE 2000
GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 1996
GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 1997
GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 1998
GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 1999
GMC C3500 Sierra SLT 2000
GMC G3500 Magnavan 1996
GMC G3500 Rally 1996
GMC G3500 Rally Camper Special 1996
GMC G3500 Rally STX 1996
GMC G3500 Vandura 1996
GMC G3500 Vandura Special 1996
GMC K2500 Sierra SL 1996
GMC K2500 Sierra SL 1997
GMC K2500 Sierra SL 1998
GMC K2500 Sierra SL 1999
GMC K2500 Sierra SL 2000
GMC K2500 Sierra SLE 1996
GMC K2500 Sierra SLE 1997
GMC K2500 Sierra SLE 1998
GMC K2500 Sierra SLE 1999
GMC K2500 Sierra SLE 2000
GMC K2500 Sierra SLT 1996
GMC K2500 Sierra SLT 1997
GMC K2500 Sierra SLT 1998
GMC K2500 Sierra SLT 1999
GMC K2500 Sierra SLT 2000
GMC K2500 Suburban Base 1996
GMC K2500 Suburban Base 1997
GMC K2500 Suburban Base 1998
GMC K2500 Suburban Base 1999
GMC K2500 Suburban SLE 1996
GMC K2500 Suburban SLE 1997
GMC K2500 Suburban SLE 1998
GMC K2500 Suburban SLE 1999
GMC K2500 Suburban SLT 1996
GMC K2500 Suburban SLT 1997
GMC K2500 Suburban SLT 1998
GMC K2500 Suburban SLT 1999
GMC K3500 Sierra SL 1996
GMC K3500 Sierra SL 1997
GMC K3500 Sierra SL 1998
GMC K3500 Sierra SL 1999
GMC K3500 Sierra SL 2000
GMC K3500 Sierra SLE 1996
GMC K3500 Sierra SLE 1997
GMC K3500 Sierra SLE 1998
GMC K3500 Sierra SLE 1999
GMC K3500 Sierra SLE 2000
GMC K3500 Sierra SLT 1996
GMC K3500 Sierra SLT 1997
GMC K3500 Sierra SLT 1998
GMC K3500 Sierra SLT 1999
GMC K3500 Sierra SLT 2000
GMC P3500 Base 1996
GMC P3500 Base 1997
GMC P3500 Base 1998
GMC P3500 Base 1999
GMC Savana 3500 Base 1996
GMC Savana 3500 Base 1997
GMC Savana 3500 Base 1998
GMC Savana 3500 Base 1999
GMC Savana 3500 Base 2000
GMC Savana 3500 SLE 1996
GMC Savana 3500 SLE 1997
GMC Savana 3500 SLE 1998
GMC Savana 3500 SLE 1999
GMC Savana 3500 SLE 2000