🔥 282C / 440 “Beast” Camshaft – Toyota 22R / 22RE
As the name suggests — this cam is no joke. The 282C / 440 “Beast” delivers serious top-end horsepower and a hard-hitting powerband, while still playing nice with EFI systems. It’s a great choice for high-performance 22R or 22RE builds that need more RPM without sacrificing reliability or drivability.
If you're looking to squeeze every bit of power out of your setup — especially on the street or strip — this cam pulls hard all the way through the upper rev range and works great with both carbureted and EFI engines.
🔧 Specs:
Advertised Duration: 282°
Lift: .440"
Overlap: 56°
EFI Compatibility: ✅ Fully compatible with stock 22RE EFI
STOCK REPLACEMENT COMPATIBILITY. NO VALVE CLEARENCE CONCURN
✅ Best For:
High-revving naturally aspirated 22R/22RE builds
EFI builds wanting more power without tuning headaches
Hot street/strip engines
Builders wanting a cam that hits hard but remains streetable
🧠 Precision Ground In-House
Every camshaft is hand-ground by a seasoned cam grinder with over 25 years of experience. No mass production — just custom-built performance grinds made to perform and last.
💡 Lobe Separation Angle (LSA) Options:
Standard LSA is 110°, but we offer custom options to tailor your powerband:
108° LSA – Snappy throttle response, rowdy idle, and harder top-end
110° LSA – Balanced for power and drivability (most popular)
112° LSA – Broader torque curve, smoother idle
114° LSA – Ideal for EFI or mild boost, helps vacuum and fuel efficiency
👉 Let us know your preferred LSA when ordering.
⚠️ Important:
All new Toyota camshafts require high-zinc oil (ZDDP) during break-in and for the life of the engine to prevent premature wear and protect the valvetrain.Need help choosing the right cam for your build? We’re here to help — just give us a call or message and we’ll get you dialed in.
Toyota 20R/22R/22RE 282C /440 Beast Camshaft
- 🛠️ Installation Instructions - REDLINE CAMS – Toyota 22R / 22RE Performance Camshaft - ⚠️ Important Notes Before Installation - 
This camshaft is designed for Toyota 22R (carbureted) and 22RE (EFI) engines. (Demon camshaft may require tuning to run) 
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Valve lash must be set correctly for performance and durability: - 
Intake Lash: .007" (cold) 
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Exhaust Lash: .009" (cold) 
 
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Recommended ignition timing: ~18° BTDC, timing mark pointing just before the oil pump tab. 
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Always check piston-to-valve clearance when using high-lift cams. 
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Use high-zinc break-in oil for longevity and zinc oil for the life of the engine . 
 - 🔧 Tools & Supplies Needed - 
Metric socket/wrench set 
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Torque wrench 
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Feeler gauges (.007 and .009) 
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Timing light 
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Assembly lube (moly-based) 
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Break-in oil with ZDDP 
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New REDLINE CAMS rocker arms and valve cover gaskets recommended 
 - 📖 Step 1 – Disassembly - 
Disconnect battery and drain coolant. 
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Remove valve cover, distributor, timing cover, and timing chain assembly. 
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Remove rocker arms and shafts (keep in order if reused). 
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Remove the old camshaft carefully. 
 - 📖 Step 2 – Camshaft Installation - 
Coat new camshaft lobes and journals with assembly lube. 
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Carefully slide camshaft into place, avoiding bearing damage. 
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Reinstall timing chain, ensuring cam and crank timing marks are aligned. - 
If adjustable timing gear is used, degree the cam for accuracy. 
 
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Torque cam gear bolts to spec and reinstall timing cover. 
 - 📖 Step 3 – Valvetrain Setup - 
Reinstall rocker shafts, arms, and pushrods. 
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Set valve lash (cold) with feeler gauges: - 
Intake: .007" 
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Exhaust: .009" 
 
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Rotate engine by hand and recheck lash for all valves. 
 - 📖 Step 4 – Ignition Timing Setup - 
Reinstall distributo 
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Once engine is running, use timing light to set ignition timing to ~18° BTDC. 
 - 📖 Step 5 – Startup & Break-In - 
Prime oil system before first start. 
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Start engine and bring to ~2,000 RPM for 20 minutes to ensure proper cam break-in. 
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Monitor oil pressure, coolant temperature, and listen for abnormal valvetrain noise. 
 - 📖 Step 6 – Post-Install Checklist - 
Recheck and adjust valve lash after break-in. 
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Change oil and filter after 30 minutes of run time. 
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Verify ignition timing again (~18° BTDC). 
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For EFI (22RE): ECU tuning is optional but improves drivability with bigger cams. (Demon camshaft may require tuning to run) 
 - ✅ Your 22R/RE Performance Camshaft is now installed, delivering a lopey idle, stronger midrange, and improved top-end power. 
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