Description

The Engle W125 camshaft is a high-performance street and strip grind designed for strong mid to high RPM power in air-cooled VW Type 1 engines typically in the 1776cc - 2276cc range. It delivers aggressive horsepower gains with a noticeable lope at idle, making it ideal for spirited street cars and weekend racers. The W125 requires supporting modifications like lifters, dual valve springs, chromoly pushrods, and dual carburetors.

Specifications

• Advertised duration: ~301°
• Duration @ .050": 262°
• Cam Lift: .418"
• Lobe Center: 108°
• Recommended Rocker Ratio: 1.25:1 (1.1:1 possible but not typical)
• Powerband: ~2500-6500 RPM

Fitment

VW Type 1 air-cooled engines (1776cc-2276cc+), including Beetle, Ghia, Bus, and dune buggy builds. Best suited for performance-oriented engines with dual carburetors, ported heads, and upgraded exhaust systems.

Similar Camshafts

• Engle W120 - Slightly milder, better low-end drivability
• Engle W130 - More aggressive, higher RPM focus
• CB Performance 2242 - Comparable performance grind

Tech Tips

• Supporting parts: Dual carburetors, header exhaust, HD dual valve springs, chromoly pushrods, lifters
• Target compression ratio: 8.5:1-9.5:1
• Cam gear bolt torque: 18-25 ft-lbs
• Break-in: Use high-zinc oil, run at 2,000-2,500 RPM for 20 minutes, avoid idling during initial startup