Kelford camshafts, Toyota 2JZ-GTE, without VVT-i, HV conversion
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 Toyota 2JZ-GTE, without VVT-i, HV conversion engine. Profile differences, spring recommendations and required modifications are detailed below.
Technical specifications – available profiles for this engine
Profile T202HV-F
High Velocity Pro Import profile for a 2JZ-GTE making around 2800+ hp, with a Pro Mod turbo of at least 110 mm. Designed for over 11000 rpm and 80 psi boost. Kelford describes it as suitable for low five-second quarter-mile builds. The head requires machining for cam clearance. KVS02-X springs and KCF-202 DLC buckets are mandatory.
| Specification | Intake | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance | 0.25mm cold at the cam | 0.25mm cold at the cam |
| Cam lift | 11.55mm | 11.25mm |
| Rocker ratio | 1 | 1 |
| Net valve lift | 11.30mm | 11.00mm |
| Advertised duration @ 0.10mm | 282° | 286° |
| Duration @ 1.00mm valve lift | 250° | 253° |
| Timing IVO @ 1.00mm valve lift | 13 BTDC | – |
| Timing IVC @ 1.00mm valve lift | 57 ABDC | – |
| Timing EVO @ 1.00mm valve lift | – | 66.5 BBDC |
| Timing EVC @ 1.00mm valve lift | – | 6.5 ATDC |
| Suggested centre lines | 112° | 120° |
| Valve lift at TDC | 2.40mm | 1.65 mm |
Manufacturer profile information
Profile T202HV-G
High Velocity Pro Import profile for a 2JZ-GTE making around 2800+ hp, with a Pro Mod turbo of at least 110 mm. Designed for over 11000 rpm and 80 psi boost. Kelford describes it as suitable for low five-second quarter-mile builds. The head requires machining for cam clearance. KVS02-X springs and KCF-202 DLC buckets are mandatory.
| Specification | Intake | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|
| Valve clearance | 0.25mm cold at the cam | 0.25mm cold at the cam |
| Cam lift | 11.55mm | 11.25mm |
| Rocker ratio | 1 | 1 |
| Net valve lift | 11.30mm | 11.00mm |
| Advertised duration @ 0.10mm | 298° | 308° |
| Duration @ 1.00mm valve lift | 262° | 270° |
| Timing IVO @ 1.00mm valve lift | 19 BTDC | – |
| Timing IVC @ 1.00mm valve lift | 63 ABDC | – |
| Timing EVO @ 1.00mm valve lift | – | 75 BBDC |
| Timing EVC @ 1.00mm valve lift | – | 15 ATDC |
| Suggested centre lines | 112° | 120° |
| Valve lift at TDC | 3.10mm | 2.50 mm |
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
- Toyota Supra JZA80 2JZ-GTE (1993–2002), without VVT-i depending on market
- Toyota Aristo JZS147 2JZ-GTE (1991–1997)
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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