Important Info:
 
Option Guide: Valve Spring Type
During checkout, you have the choice between of the Tick Performance Dual Valve Spring Kit (assembled here in house) Choose #TP660DVSK, and opt for the Titanium Retainers if you're trying to keep your valvetrain as light as possible. The PAC #1219 Drop-In Springs are an option only if you'll be running a towMAX Camshaft.
 
Option Guide: Timing Chain Upgrade
While upgrading your camshaft, it's easy (and smart) to replace or upgrade your timing chain.  The GM 12646386 is a stock replacement, while the Katech HME-​G68V-​2 C5-R chain is a premium option.
 
Option Guide: Oil Pump Upgrade
Just like your timing chain, it's easy (and smart) to upgrade your oil pump during a camshaft upgrade.  The GM 1258​6665 "LS6" Pump is a nice upgrade over the stock LS1 unit, while the Tick Performance 3258​6665 Blueprinted & Ported "LS6" Pump is better for vehicles that will be abused often.
 
Option Guide: AFM Delete Kit
None of the Tick Performance Elite Series Camshafts are designed to work with Active Fuel Management (AFM, also known as Displacement on Demand or DOD), so you'll need to order this kit to install at the same time as our camshaft unless you've already deleted this system.  Installation of this kit requires removal of both cylinder heads in addition to your camshaft install. You can view the contents of this kit here.
 
Option Guide: VVT Delete Kit
None of the Tick Performance Elite Series Camshafts are designed to work with Variable Valve Timing (VVT), so you'll need to order this kit to install at the same time as our camshaft unless you've already deleted this system.  This kit is designed to be installed in tandem with our Tick Performance AFM (DOD) Delete Kit for LS Engines while you're upgrading to an aftermarket camshaft. 
 
Option Guide: Replacement Gaskets
If we are or you're installing your camshaft yourself, there are a few gaskets and a bolt that should be replaced.  Our discounted GM Camswap​ Gask​et & ​Bolt ​Kit includes a 12633904 GM Timing Cover Gasket, a 12585673 GM Timing Cover Seal, two 12630223 GM Water Pump Gaskets and a 12557840 GM Harmonic Balancer Bolt.
 
Option Guide: Do I need the 3-Bolt Conversion Kit?
In 2007, GM began installing a camshaft in select LSx engines that used one large bolt to attach the timing chain gear.  All Tick Performance Elite Series Camshafts use 3 bolts to attach the timing chain gear, as the earlier LSx engines used.  If your engine is a 2007 or newer (or if you're not sure which camshaft style you've got), we suggest adding the 3-Bolt Conversion Kit during checkout.  This Conversion Kit includes everything that you'll need to convert your single-bolt setup over to the 3-Bolt setup (the proper timing chain gear and a set of 3 ARP camshaft bolts.)  If you'd prefer to retain the single bolt style camshaft (not recommended), please place your order with us via phone.