{"product_id":"dc-cams-004_5","title":"Drag Cartel Camshafts - 004.5 K-Series","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrag Cartel Camshafts - 004.5 K-Series\u003c\/strong\u003e is a performance-focused camshafts \u0026amp; valvetrain product for Honda, Acura, Mitsubishi, and import racing applications. Review the listed fitment, specifications, and available options before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrag Cartel 004.5 Racing Camshafts for K-Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eAre you pursuing the \u003cb\u003eabsolute maximum naturally aspirated power\u003c\/b\u003e from your Honda K-series engine? The \u003cb\u003eDrag Cartel 004.5 Camshafts\u003c\/b\u003e are the result of rigorous, high-end race and dyno testing, engineered to deliver the most aggressive performance profile available for dedicated \u003cb\u003eall-motor racing applications\u003c\/b\u003e. These cams are the key to unlocking the K-series engine's full, untapped potential.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy are 004.5 Cams built for extreme performance?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-46 citation-end-46\"\u003eThe 004.5 cams feature an extremely aggressive profile that maximizes airflow and top-end horsepower, making them essential for serious track use and competition builds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eUltimate Horsepower:\u003c\/b\u003e The high lift and duration specifications are designed for \u003cb\u003epeak naturally aspirated performance\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring maximum airflow through the cylinder head.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003eAerospace-Grade Rigidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003e Constructed from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003e8620 steel billet material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003e, these cams provide superior strength and stiffness, which is crucial for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45\"\u003ereducing valve float\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-45 citation-end-45\"\u003e and maintaining stability at sustained, extended RPM ranges.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePrecision Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e CNC-ground profiles ensure accuracy and faster valve action, taking full advantage of the K-series roller rocker design.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCamshaft Specifications and Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Stage 004.5 Cams are dedicated race components and absolutely require a fully upgraded valve train for safe and reliable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e All-New \u003cb\u003e8620 Billet Steel\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eIntake Lobe Specs:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLift: \u003cb\u003e14.5 mm\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDuration @ 0.050\": \u003cb\u003e0.276\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cb\u003eExhaust Lobe Specs:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLift: \u003cb\u003e13.7 mm\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDuration @ 0.050\": \u003cb\u003e0.274\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequired Upgrades (CRITICAL):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eValve Train:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to the extreme lift and duration, an \u003cb\u003eupgraded valve spring and retainer combination is mandatory\u003c\/b\u003e. We offer the \u003cb\u003eSupertech SPR-H1021D 92lb Spring\u003c\/b\u003e (Optional combo available) to safely manage these aggressive profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/6922\/9641\/files\/004_5-qr_480x480.png?v=1739824461\" alt=\"004.5 cams spec qr code\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Torque Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnsure precise and reliable installation by adhering to the following factory torque values:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntake Cam Gear Bolt: \u003cb\u003e83 lb-ft\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExhaust Cam Gear Bolt: \u003cb\u003e51 lb-ft\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePulse Plates: \u003cb\u003e29 lb-ft\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/6922\/9641\/files\/004_5cam-dyno-graph.png?3188567824035754538\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/6922\/9641\/files\/dyno-dc-icon.png?v=1624995797\" alt=\"K-series Cams dyno Graph sheet\" width=\"78\" height=\"86\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitment and Engine Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Drag Cartel 004.5 Racing Cams are compatible with many popular K-Series platforms used in high-performance builds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatible Engines and Models:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"horizontal-scroll-wrapper\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"table-block-component\"\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"table-block has-export-button\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"table-content not-end-of-paragraph\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ3ecQahgKEwiT-I3Js5CQAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQggI\"\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMake\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eYears\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAcura\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eRSX Type S 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eK20A2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2002–2004\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAcura\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eRSX Type S 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eK20Z1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2005–2006\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eAcura\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTSX 2.4\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eK24A2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2004–2008\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eHonda\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCivic Si 2.0\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eK20Z3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2006–2011\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFits Both K20 \u0026amp; K24 Engines up to 8th Generation Honda Civics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncompatibility Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThese cams are NOT compatible with the following engines:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eK24Z7 Block \/ Engines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eK24W1 Block \/ Engines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReady to build an all-motor beast? The Drag Cartel 004.5 Cams are your ultimate power upgrade!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DRAG CARTEL INDUSTRIES","offers":[{"title":"Camshafts Only","offer_id":42828424052821,"sku":"DC-OG-004.5","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Camshaft, Valve Springs, and Retainer Combo","offer_id":42828424085589,"sku":"DC-OG-004.5-SPRK","price":1549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0947\/5040\/files\/k-series-racing-cams_a17a8d24-fc20-445c-90b3-4895ef068087.jpg?v=1785944433","url":"https:\/\/speedzone-web.com\/products\/dc-cams-004_5","provider":"Speedzone Performance LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}