Cam Gear Bolt Kit, High Grade Steel, for Type 1 VW Cams

OVERVIEW

When it comes to the heart of your air-cooled engine, the valvetrain is the one area where you absolutely cannot afford to cut corners. This EMPI Cam Gear Bolt Kit is engineered from high-grade steel to provide the ultimate clamping force required to secure your cam gear to a high-performance 3-bolt camshaft. In the high-vibration environment of a flat-four Volkswagen engine, the stress placed on these three small fasteners is immense. Reusing old, stretched, or fatigue-weakened hardware is a common mistake that can lead to catastrophic engine failure, resulting in bent valves and ruined pistons. By choosing these high-tensile steel bolts, you are ensuring that your timing remains precise and your camshaft and gear stay locked in perfect synchronization, even under the extreme demands of high-lift cams and heavy-duty valve springs.

Designed specifically for "bolt-on" style camshafts, this kit is an essential component for any serious engine builder or weekend enthusiast looking to upgrade from a stock riveted setup. These bolts are precision-machined to offer a low-profile head that minimizes the risk of interference with your oil pump, a critical consideration in any Type 1 build where tolerances are tight. Whether you are assembling a mild 1600cc daily driver or a high-revving 2332cc stroker for the drag strip, these fasteners provide the reliability and strength needed to handle the torque loads of performance valvetrains. At Appletree Automotive, we understand that it''s the small details that make or break an engine build, and this EMPI kit delivers the peace of mind you need to push your VW to its absolute limits without fear of hardware failure.

FITMENT

• Volkswagen Type 1 Beetle / Bug: All years equipped with aftermarket 3-bolt camshafts.
• Volkswagen Type 1 Karmann Ghia: All years using performance camshaft upgrades.
• Volkswagen Type 2 Bus / Transporter: 1200cc, 1500cc, and 1600cc upright engines.
• Volkswagen Type 3 Squareback, Fastback, Notchback: All 1500cc and 1600cc engines.
• Volkswagen Type 181 Thing: All years.
• Custom Applications: Sand rails, dune buggies, trikes, and formula Vees using Type 1 based engine cases.
• Camshaft Compatibility: Works with Engle, Web-Cam, Scat, and EMPI 3-bolt performance camshafts.

SPECS

• Material: High-Grade Heat-Treated Tensile Steel.
• Quantity: Set of 3 Bolts.
• Bolt Pattern: Standard 3-bolt VW performance pattern.
• Head Style: Low-profile hex head for maximum oil pump clearance.
• Thread Pitch: Precision-cut for standard aftermarket camshaft threading.
• Finish: Corrosion-resistant black oxide coating.
• Application: Intended for use with "bolt-on" style cam gears (helical or straight-cut).

PRO TIPS

1. Verify Oil Pump Clearance

Before you seal the engine case, it is absolutely vital to perform a "dry fit" of the camshaft and gear. Rotate the assembly 360 degrees to ensure the heads of these bolts do not strike the back of the oil pump. Many high-volume or heavy-duty oil pumps have thicker housings that can sit dangerously close to the cam gear