Andrews A2 Camshaft for L1977-1984 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead
SKU: 110-0361
Add Inner Cam Bearing
Replacing bearing is recommended during cam swaps; full-complement design
Add Cam Cover Gasket Kit
Contains all necessary gaskets and seals for a cam swap or cam bearing replacement
Add Points Conversion Kit
Contains many components to retrofit points into motorcycles with factory electronic ignition; coil not included
Add Assembly Lube
4 oz. tub of lubricant clings to cams, lifters, rockers, bearings, and bushings like engine oil can't; strongly recommended when installing engine internals
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Andrews A2 Camshaft for L1977-1984 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead
Trying to wake up your Shovel? The Andrews A and later redesign, the A2, are legendary cams riders have relied upon for years.
- Bolt-in—no head work or high-lift springs required for most motorcycles
- 1980 and 1981 engines may require work to install any aftermarket camshaft
- OEM valve guides on those model years restrict spring travel and valve lift to .430"
- 1980 and 1981 engines may require work to install any aftermarket camshaft
- Works well with stock compression and mild engine setups and compression ratio, providing more mid-range response and high-end power but retains a smooth idle
- Can be used with hydraulic or solid lifters
- Cam will feel slightly more aggressive if used with solid lifters
- "Comes on" from 2,500 to 6,000 RPM
- Ignition upgrades may be required to explore the upper RPM capabilities of the cam if revs are limited electronically
- .450" lift
- More aggressive than H, S, or J cam
- This cam is slightly beyond "mild street" and is usually a good choice for those on motorcycles with stock displacement and standard bolt-on upgrades like free-flowing exhaust, less restrictive air cleaner,
- This cam is slightly beyond "mild street" and is usually a good choice for those on motorcycles with stock displacement and standard bolt-on upgrades like free-flowing exhaust, less restrictive air cleaner,
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Cam gear designed for late 1977 to 1984 Shovelhead
- Camshaft, pinion gear, and breather valve gear pitch diameter differ from earlier engines
- Not interchangeable with earlier styles unless replaced as a full set
- Not sure what you have? Shovelheads with the later pitch can be identified by a circular groove machined into the face of the cam gear
A properly-selected camshaft can help change where and how an engine produces power. Throttle response, torque, and horsepower all can be altered with the right bumpstick. Andrews' extensive selection makes it easier to choose a camshaft that works with your particular engine and modifications (planned or existing).
Andrews' formidable selection is part of the reason they're considered one of the leaders in camshaft production for domestic V-twin motorcycles. Each cam is proudly made in USA.
