Camshaft kit C-cam for Volvo B18, B20

Camshaft Kit Volvo B18 & B20 C Cam

Camshaft kit for Volvo B18 and B20 engines featuring Volvo’s original C profile. This camshaft was originally fitted to B18B and B20B engines equipped with twin carburettors and is an excellent choice for restoring your engine to factory specification or replacing a worn camshaft.

The C cam provides the characteristics Volvo originally intended for the B18B and B20B engines, delivering excellent drivability and the classic engine feel these engines are known for.

Suitable for the following engines

• Volvo B18
• Volvo B20

Technical information

• Cam profile: C cam
• Corresponds to Volvo original C profile
• OEM number: 275762
• Duration: 264°
• Lobe separation angle: 111°
• Lift: 9.8 mm
• Recommended valve clearance: 0.40 mm

Important installation information

New cam followers must always be installed when replacing the camshaft.

The camshaft and cam followers must be lubricated with break-in paste (molybdenum disulphide grease) before the first start-up.

For maximum durability, engine oil with a zinc additive is recommended during the break-in period.

The warranty is only valid when new cam followers are purchased and installed at the same time.

The camshaft nut must be tightened to a maximum of 80 Nm and should be secured using Loctite.

Tips when replacing the camshaft

The following components must be removed in order to replace the camshaft:

• Cylinder head
• Front engine cover
• Cam gear
• Fuel pump on carburetted engines

The engine normally does not need to be removed from the vehicle. Once the radiator has been removed, the camshaft can be replaced directly in the car on Volvo PV, Duett, Amazon, P1800, 140, 164 and 240 models.

When removing the front engine cover, the front section of the oil pan gasket is often damaged. We therefore recommend replacing the oil pan gasket at the same time, part number 418262.

This is also a good opportunity to upgrade to a front cover with a radial shaft seal, part number 418693.

Also inspect the camshaft bearings in the engine block. The front bearing is often the most worn and can be replaced without removing the engine from the vehicle.