COMP Cams 4942-S Camshaft Degree Kit GM Gen III/IV LS Engines Heads Off

The COMP Cams 4942-S Camshaft Degree Kit is a complete heads-off cam degreeing solution engineered specifically for GM Gen III and Gen IV LS-series V8 engines. This kit provides all the tools and fixtures needed to precisely set camshaft timing and compensate for engine machining tolerances, ensuring maximum power output from your LS build.

Proper camshaft degreeing is a critical step in any performance engine build. Positioning the camshaft accurately allows you to extract the full horsepower and torque potential your camshaft was designed to deliver.

Kit Contents:

• 9" steel degree wheel with easy-to-read white face and black markings
• Wire degree wheel pointer
• Heads-off cam checking fixture
• 0–1" travel dial indicator
• 5" dial indicator extension
• LS-specific threaded stands
• LS-type crankshaft socket
• Plate-style Top Dead Center (TDC) stop
• Step-by-step instructions
• Foam-padded carrying case for secure storage

Capabilities:

• Check cam lift and base circle runout
• Verify piston-to-valve clearance
• Establish Top Dead Center (TDC)
• Measure valve lift and valvetrain flex
• Verify rocker arm ratio

This kit is designed for use with cylinder heads off the engine. For heads-on degreeing, an additional piston stop is required — COMP Cams part #4795 is recommended. All components arrive protected in a foam-padded carrying case, keeping your investment organized and ready for repeated use.