1964-2014 Mustang Camshafts, Rocker Arms, Valve Train
Mustang Camshafts
The Mustang camshaft is one of the most important components of the engine. In fact, some have referred to the Mustang camshaft as the mechanical computer in the engine, since it controls the intake and exhaust valves. The Mustang camshaft is responsible for telling these valves when to open, how long to stay open, how far to stay open, when to close and how fast to close, making the Mustang camshaft vital to the functionality and performance of the engine.
Because the Mustang camshaft controls those valves, which control the flow of air and fuel to your engine, it’s very important that your Mustang camshaft is working and timed properly so the valves are opening and closing at the right point in the stroke of the piston. To help manage the timing, every Mustang camshaft is attached to the crankshaft, either directly through gears, or indirectly via the timing belt or chain, so it’s timing is correct every time.
Because of the variety of Mustang engines, there are many different Mustang camshaft options available. Originally, through 1996, the Mustang came with a single Mustang camshaft in each of the overhead valve (OHV) engines available. In 1996, the new 4.6L V8 was introduced, which started as a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) system, then was expanded to dual overhead camshaft (DOHC) in 2005. The new Coyote 5.0 V8 maintains this Mustang camshaft configuration. For ‘V’ configuration engines, each engine with a SOHC setup will have two camshafts, one per cylinder bank, and DOHC engines will have four camshafts, two per cylinder bank.
Replacing a Mustang camshaft isn’t for the feint of heart, and should only be done by an expert in automotive repair. However, CJ Pony Parts sells many options for replacing or upgrading your Mustang camshaft and can even install it for you at CJ Pony Service.
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