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How to Install a Camshaft in a Small Block Ford 302 5.0 | E303

Article Summary: How to install the Ford Racing E-303 Camshaft into a Ford 302. The cam is part number: M-6250-E303. This camshaft installation takes approximately 1 hour.

In this post, I will explain how easy it is to install a camshaft in a small block Ford 302 engine. For this build, I decided to go with one of Ford’s famous letter camshafts. This particular model is commonly referred to as an “E” cam or E303. This is a nice cam that will provide adequate horsepower and sound nice. It has a lift of .311 @ .498 with an advertised duration of 282 degrees. This process is quick and easy and does not require any special tools. You will need a good set of latex or nitrile gloves and some Permatex assembly lube. You will need a clean work space and some time. Enjoy the photos below.

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FORD RACING E303 CAMSHAFT: M-6250-E303 ~ $219.97 SUMMIT RACING: Purchase Here

Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Installation of the camshaft into the small block ford. M-6250-E303
Installation of the camshaft into the small block ford. M-6250-E303
Cam specifications for Installation of the camshaft into the small block ford. M-6250-E303
Cam specifications for Installation of the camshaft into the small block ford. M-6250-E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303
Ford racing camshaft E303. Closeup of cam lobes with assembly lube
Ford racing camshaft E303. Closeup of cam lobes with assembly lube
Showing initial insertion of the camshaft into the small block 302. E303 Camshaft by Ford Racing
Showing initial insertion of the camshaft into the small block 302. E303 Camshaft by Ford Racing
Showing initial insertion of the camshaft into the small block 302. E303 Camshaft by Ford Racing
Showing initial insertion of the camshaft into the small block 302. E303 Camshaft by Ford Racing
A helper screw is threaded into the camshaft to allow for manipulation over the cam bearings. The longer the bolt, the better
A helper screw is threaded into the camshaft to allow for manipulation over the cam bearings. The longer the bolt, the better
A helper screw is threaded into the camshaft to allow for manipulation over the cam bearings. The longer the bolt, the better
A helper screw is threaded into the camshaft to allow for manipulation over the cam bearings. The longer the bolt, the better
A helper screw is threaded into the camshaft to allow for manipulation over the cam bearings. The longer the bolt, the better
A helper screw is threaded into the camshaft to allow for manipulation over the cam bearings. The longer the bolt, the better
Cam installed into the engine
Cam installed into the engine
Ultra Slick Engine Assembly Lube Shown
Ultra Slick Engine Assembly Lube Shown
Camshaft backing plate used to hold the camshaft in place on a small block ford 302 5.0 engine
Camshaft backing plate used to hold the camshaft in place on a small block ford 302 5.0 engine
Camshaft backing plate used to hold the camshaft in place on a small block ford 302 5.0 engine. Notice it is engraved back / bottom
Camshaft backing plate used to hold the camshaft in place on a small block ford 302 5.0 engine. Notice it is engraved back / bottom
Bolt in the cam backing plate and pay attention to the engraved markings that show the orientation
Bolt in the cam backing plate and pay attention to the engraved markings that show the orientation
Installation of the new Ford E303 camshaft is complete
Installation of the new Ford E303 camshaft is complete