
Comp Cams Part Number 31-226-3 is a Magnum/Marine 230/230 hydraulic flat tappet camshaft designed for Ford 221–302 engines (1963–1995). Approved for marine use, this grind delivers broad power across a wide RPM range and is well suited for street/strip and marine performance applications. Requires 9.5:1 compression, a 2500 stall converter, low gearing, and headers. Produces a rough, performance-oriented idle.
Magnum/Marine series hydraulic flat tappet camshaft
Marine-approved design
Broad powerband suitable for both street/strip and marine use
Rough performance idle
Requires higher compression, stall, and performance gears
1-bolt camshaft gear attachment
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Marine Approved | Yes |
| Camshaft Type | Hydraulic Flat Tappet |
| Series | Marine |
| Engine Family | Ford 221 / 260 / 289 / 302 c.i. (1963–1995) |
| RPM Range | 2,000–6,000 |
| Advertised Duration (Int/Exh) | 280 / 280 |
| Duration @ .050" (Int/Exh) | 230 / 230 |
| Valve Lift (Int/Exh) | 0.512 / 0.512 |
| Lobe Lift (Int/Exh) | 0.320 / 0.320 |
| Lobe Separation Angle | 110° |
| Intake Centerline | 106° |
| Intake Open (BTDC) | 34° |
| Intake Close (ABDC) | 66° |
| Exhaust Open (BBDC) | 74° |
| Exhaust Close (ATDC) | 26° |
| Valve Timing @ .006" | Not specified |
| Gear Attachment | 1-Bolt |
| Usage | Street/Strip |
| Lifter Type | Hydraulic Flat Tappet |
| Warranty | 12 Months |
| UPC | 036584520269 |
| Emissions Code | Not specified |
| California Proposition 65 | Cancer and Reproductive Harm (P65Warnings.ca.gov) |
Make: Ford
Engine Family: 221 / 260 / 289 / 302 c.i. Small Block V8
Model Years: 1963–1995
Cam Gear Style: 1-bolt