Vortex 226/234 Street Raider — LS 3-Bolt Hydraulic Roller Camshaft
The Vortex 226/234 Street Raider is a torque-first, attitude-driven LS camshaft built for drivers who live wide open. The tight 108° LSA delivers a savage chop and explosive mid-range torque, while the optional 110°, 112°, and 114° LSAs offer flexibility for every combination — from raw street power to power-adder precision.
Designed for LS1, LS2, LS6, LQ4, and LQ9 3-bolt engines, this grind transforms even a mild build into a street predator. Crisp throttle, dense torque, and that unmistakable Red Line lope — this is how real performance sounds.
🔧 Camshaft Specifications
Duration @ .050": 226° Intake / 234° Exhaust
Lobe Lift: .328" Intake / .349" Exhaust
Valve Lift w/ 1.7 Rockers: .557" / .593"
Standard Lobe Separation: 108° (rowdy idle, hard hit)
Optional LSA: 110° (more control) / 112° (street balanced) / 114° (boost ready)
Intake Centerline: 4° advanced from LSA
RPM Range: 2200 – 6600
Idle: Choppy / Aggressive / Street-Strip
📊 Valve Timing Events @ 0.050" Lift
108° LSA / 104° ICL
Intake Opens 6° BTDC
Intake Closes 40° ABDC
Exhaust Opens 50° BBDC
Exhaust Closes 4° ATDC
Overlap ≈ 14°
110° LSA / 106° ICL
Intake Opens 4° BTDC
Intake Closes 42° ABDC
Exhaust Opens 48° BBDC
Exhaust Closes 6° ATDC
Overlap ≈ 10°
112° LSA / 108° ICL
Intake Opens 2° BTDC
Intake Closes 44° ABDC
Exhaust Opens 46° BBDC
Exhaust Closes 8° ATDC
Overlap ≈ 6°
114° LSA / 110° ICL
Intake Opens 0° BTDC
Intake Closes 46° ABDC
Exhaust Opens 44° BBDC
Exhaust Closes 10° ATDC
Overlap ≈ 2°
🧩 Recommended Valvetrain Setup
Valve Springs: .600"+ lift capable (min 130 lb seat / 370 lb open)
Pushrods: 7.400" Chromoly (check preload)
Retainers & Locks: Steel or Titanium
Timing Set: Adjustable 3-bolt for degreeing
ECU Tune: Required for idle and fuel map correction
⚡ Converter & Gearing
Automatic: 3200 – 3600 stall recommended
Manual: Aggressive clutch with 3.73+ gears
Fuel System: High-flow pump and injectors recommended
🏁 Applications
LS1 / LS2 / LS6 / LQ4 / LQ9 3-bolt engines
Works with ported heads, long-tubes, and free-flow intakes
Ideal for street/strip cars and muscle trucks that need attitude and torque
🚀 Why Choose the Street Raider
Delivers brutal mid-range torque with explosive hit off idle
Rowdy chop on 108°, smooth street balance on 112° – flexible for any build
Excellent vacuum control and powerband stability across LSA options
Proven gains in street-strip setups without sacrificing driveability
Perfect for naturally aspirated and mild boosted combinations
🏆 Why Buy From Red Line Cams
Over 35 years of camshaft design and engine performance experience
OEM-grade billet and chilled-iron cores used in every grind
ground and parkerized for maximum longevity
next-day shipping capability
Trusted by builders and racers worldwide for quality and consistency
💀 Overview
The Vortex 226/234 Street Raider is built for domination — torque that hits like a sledgehammer and an idle that sounds straight from the pits. It’s the perfect weapon for drivers who want the street to know exactly what’s under their hood. From 108° chop to 114° boost precision, the Street Raider delivers Red Line’s signature blend of aggression and engineering discipline.