Small Block Chevy 283 V8 Hydraulic Flat Tappet 268/108LSA Street Performer Cam
The Redline 268 Street Performer - The Ultimate Street Performance Upgrade! The Redline 268 hydraulic flat tappet camshaft is built for Small Block Chevy owners who want to add real throttle response, street torque, and a crisp idle lope - without giving up daily drivability.
With strong mid-range pull and a powerband that works great on the street, this cam brings your mild SBC to life. It's ideal for weekend cruisers, muscle cars, and classic pickups looking for a cam that hits harder than stock - but still behaves. Condition: Brand-new, unused, ground from Genuine and NEW CAMSHAFT CORES. Engine Fitment: Chevy Small Block V8 - 262, 283, 302, 305, 307, 327, 350, 383, 400.Camshaft Type: Hydraulic Flat Tappet. Grind: Redline 268 Street Performer. Lobe Separation Angle (LSA): 110°. RPM Operating Range: 1,500 - 5,500 RPM. Idle Quality: Mild lope (stronger with open exhaust).
Snappy Throttle & Torque: Great mid-range punch for street driving. Crisp Idle Note: Mild lope gives it attitude without going overboard. Street-Friendly Powerband: Broad and usable torque curve. Works with Stock Setups: Compatible with factory heads, intakes, and converters. Keeps Street Manners: Great vacuum signal for power brakes and daily use. Mild performance Small Block builds. Muscle cars, hot rods, cruisers, and vintage trucks. 8.5:1 to 10.0:1 compression engines. Builds with dual-plane intake, headers, and mild rear gearing (3.08+).Requires ZDDP-rich break-in oil for proper cam and lifter protection. Stock or mild performance valve springs are typically sufficient. Degreeing the cam during install is strongly recommended for max performance. Increased cylinder pressure and torque hit. Narrow powerband, more overlap - works best with looser converters and aggressive gearing.
Not ideal for power brakes (low vacuum). Cam Type: Hydraulic Flat Tappet. Fitment: Small Block Chevy 262-400 CID. Included: Camshaft only (lifters not included unless specified). Why Choose the Redline 268?The Redline 268 is a perfect match for the builder who wants real-world performance without going overboard. It's a mild street cam with excellent throttle response, a noticeable idle, and broad torque you can feel.
Drop it in, tune it up, and enjoy a more responsive, cammed-out small block every time you hit the gas.