FMBP MTC-8 Engine Camshaft
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FMBP MTC-8 Engine Camshaft

Brand FMBP MTC-8
Lifter Type Hydraulic roller
Exhaust Valve Lift 0.529
Exhaust Valve Lift 13.45
Intake Valve Lift 0.522
Intake Valve Lift 13.25
Grade Type Performance
Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift 218.0
Intake Duration at .050 Inch Lift 212.0
Advertised Exhaust Duration 280.0
Advertised Intake Duration 274.0
Cam Type Hydraulic
Computer Controlled Compatible No
Lobe Separation 114.0
Rocker Arm Ratio 1.7
Product line Performance
Fits Avanti, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, and Pontiac · 223 vehicles

Performance line. Built for street, RV, strip, and circle track camshaft applications.

Hydraulic roller design. Balanced duration and lift for stronger low-rpm torque and mid-range response.

Made in the USA. Manufactured to Melling’s quality standards for performance engine builds.

Cross-references 54-412-11, 1449051 and E-1257-P for the same application. See all 3.

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Performance Camshaft Overview

The Melling MTC-8 is a performance camshaft for GM V8 applications that need stronger low-rpm torque and a broader mid-range powerband. It is a hydraulic roller camshaft with a 212/218 duration at .050 inch lift, 0.522/0.529 valve lift, and a 114-degree lobe separation angle.

Compatible with Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette, Silverado, Tahoe, and related Cadillac, GMC, and Pontiac applications listed below, this camshaft is built for street-oriented performance use with stock or slightly modified engines. The MTC-8 part number is also referenced as Melling MTC-8 in performance catalog listings.

Key Features

  • Hydraulic roller lifter type for performance street use
  • 212/218 duration at .050 inch lift for a balanced power curve
  • 0.522 intake and 0.529 exhaust valve lift
  • 114-degree lobe separation for drivability and mid-range response
  • Works with manual or automatic transmissions
  • Made in the USA

Detailed Description

Melling MTC-8 is part of the Performance line and is engineered for drivers who want improved torque and mid-range performance without moving into an extreme race-only profile. The camshaft’s hydraulic design, moderate duration, and lift values make it a practical choice for compatible Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette builds, as well as Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, and other GM truck and SUV applications. The MTC-8 is intended for engines that remain close to stock or have only mild modifications, and it is listed for use with either manual or automatic transmissions.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 54-412-11, 1449051) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Weak low-speed torque in a performance engine build
  • Flat mid-range power delivery
  • Need for a street-friendly cam profile with better response
  • Camshaft replacement for listed GM performance applications
  • Engine setups that require a hydraulic roller camshaft profile

Installation Notes and Tips

Fitment is application-specific and includes a required valve spring note for the listed vehicles. Review the vehicle listing carefully before installation, and confirm that the engine setup matches the camshaft profile, duration, lift, and lobe separation angle. The MTC-8 is not listed as computer-controlled compatible.

Quality Assurance

Melling states that its camshafts are developed, engineered, tested, and manufactured to high standards using quality materials. The MTC-8 is made in the USA and is part of Melling’s performance camshaft range for street, RV, strip, and circle track use.

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This part fits 223 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelNotes
2015ChevroletCamaroZ/28Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2014ChevroletCamaroZ/28Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2013ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2012ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2011ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2010ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2009ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2008ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007CadillacCTS—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletExpress 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletExpress 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletExpress 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500 Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletSilverado 3500 Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007ChevroletTrailblazer—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSavana 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSavana 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSavana 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSierra 1500 Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSierra 1500 HD Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSierra 2500 HD Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCSierra 3500 Classic—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2007HummerH2—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006CadillacCTS—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006CadillacEscalade—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006CadillacEscalade ESV—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006CadillacEscalade EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletAvalanche 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletCorvetteZ06Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletExpress 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletExpress 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletExpress 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSilverado 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSSR—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006ChevroletTrailblazer—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSavana 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSavana 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSavana 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSierra 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSierra 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCSierra 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006HummerH2—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2006PontiacGTO—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005CadillacCTS—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005CadillacEscalade—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005CadillacEscalade ESV—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005CadillacEscalade EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletAvalanche 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletExpress 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletExpress 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletExpress 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSilverado 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSSR—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSavana 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSavana 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSavana 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSierra 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSierra 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCSierra 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005HummerH2—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2005PontiacGTO—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004AvantiII—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004BuickRainier—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004CadillacCTS—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004CadillacEscalade—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004CadillacEscalade ESV—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004CadillacEscalade EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletAvalanche 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletExpress 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletExpress 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletExpress 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSilverado 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSilverado 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSSR—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004ChevroletTrailblazer EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCEnvoy XL—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCEnvoy XUV—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSavana 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSavana 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSavana 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSierra 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSierra 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCSierra 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004HummerH2—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2004PontiacGTO—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003AvantiII—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003CadillacEscalade—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003CadillacEscalade ESV—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003CadillacEscalade EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletAvalanche 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletExpress 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletExpress 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletExpress 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSilverado 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSilverado 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSSR—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003ChevroletTrailblazer EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCEnvoy XL—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSavana 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSavana 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSavana 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSierra 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSierra 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSierra 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCSierra 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2003HummerH2—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002AvantiII—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002CadillacEscalade—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002CadillacEscalade EXT—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletAvalanche 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletCamaro—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSilverado 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSilverado 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCSierra 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCSierra 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCSierra 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCSierra 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2002PontiacFirebird—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001AvantiII—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletCamaro—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSilverado 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSilverado 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSilverado 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSilverado 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCSierra 1500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCSierra 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCSierra 2500 HD—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCSierra 3500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2001PontiacFirebird—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletCamaro—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletSilverado 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletSuburban 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletSuburban 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000ChevroletTahoe—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000GMCSierra 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000GMCYukon—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000GMCYukon XL 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000GMCYukon XL 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
2000PontiacFirebird—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999ChevroletCamaro—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999ChevroletSilverado 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999ChevroletSilverado 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999GMCSierra 1500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999GMCSierra 2500—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1999PontiacFirebird—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1998ChevroletCamaro—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1998ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1998PontiacFirebird—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1997ChevroletCorvette—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
1997PontiacFirebird—Must Use With VS-2257 Valve Springs; Performance
Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
54-412-111449051E-1257-P