Kelford camshafts, Subaru FA20F 2.0 Turbo
Kelford is a New Zealand camshaft manufacturer with roots in Christchurch dating back to 1968. Its profiles range from upgrades for street-driven cars to fully built race engines. Choose the cam around the rest of the engine and its intended use, rather than simply picking the longest duration.
This selection is for the Subaru FA20F 2.0 Turbo engine. Profile differences, spring recommendations and required modifications are detailed below.
Technical specifications – available profiles for this engine
Profile 264-A
For a WRX FA20F making approximately 450–600 hp with a 48–58 mm turbo. Requires upgraded valve springs, KVS87-DT is recommended. Piston-to-valve clearance must be checked.
| Specification | Intake | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance | 0.15mm cold at the cam | 0.20mm cold at the cam |
| Cam lift | 6.82mm | 6.75mm |
| Rocker ratio | 1.74 | 1.77 |
| Net valve lift | 11.60mm | 11.60mm |
| Advertised duration @ 0.10mm | 272° | 276° |
| Duration @ 1.00mm valve lift | 228° | 232° |
| Suggested centre lines | Variable / VVT | Variable / VVT |
Manufacturer profile information
Profile 264-B
For an FA20F making over 500 hp with a 58 mm or larger turbo. Focuses on high-rpm, full-throttle power for drag or roll racing. Requires upgraded springs, KVS87-DT is recommended. Piston-to-valve clearance must be checked.
| Specification | Intake | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance | 0.15mm cold at the cam | 0.20mm cold at the cam |
| Cam lift | 6.93mm | 6.87mm |
| Rocker ratio | 1.74 | 1.77 |
| Net valve lift | 11.80mm | 11.80mm |
| Advertised duration @ 0.10mm | 280° | 286° |
| Duration @ 1.00mm valve lift | 238° | 244° |
| Suggested centre lines | Variable / VVT | Variable / VVT |
Manufacturer profile information
Profile 264-EZ
An EZ profile for a near-standard FA20F. Compatible with factory springs and the stock turbo or a 48–54 mm upgrade. Adds pull across the rev range with throttle response close to standard. Retain the factory rev limit when using stock springs.
| Specification | Intake | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance | 0.15mm cold at the cam | 0.20mm cold at the cam |
| Cam lift | 6.70mm | 6.64mm |
| Rocker ratio | 1.74 | 1.77 |
| Net valve lift | 11.40mm | 11.40mm |
| Advertised duration @ 0.10mm | 262° | 264° |
| Duration @ 1.00mm valve lift | 214° | 218° |
| Suggested centre lines | Variable / VVT | Variable / VVT |
Manufacturer profile information
Checking heights are shown with the duration figures. Net lift is the net valve movement specified by the manufacturer, while cam lift is listed separately. IVO/IVC denote intake valve opening/closing and EVO/EVC exhaust valve opening/closing. BTDC/ATDC mean before/after top dead centre, and BBDC/ABDC before/after bottom dead centre.
Installation and profile selection
Confirm the exact engine version, valvetrain design and the modifications required by the profile. Check cam timing and valve-to-piston clearance during installation. Springs, lifters and other supporting parts mentioned with a profile are not included unless the profile explicitly states that they come with the kit.
Examples of related vehicle applications
- Subaru WRX VA, FA20F / FA20DIT (2015–2021)
The list covers versions with the specified engines only. Exact fitment and required modifications depend on the selected profile, cylinder head, lifters and timing system.
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