D. Elgin Cams

Griding away since 1960

Menu
  • About Us
  • Our History
  • Glossary
  • Camshaft Articles
  • Our Catalog
  • FAQ
  • Order
  • Contact
  • Links
Menu

BMW 4 & 6 Cylinder Profiles

If you have a specific car model in mind, which is not listed, please email or call us!

There are two different 4 cyl. cams. The difference in the two is in the direction of the gear teeth on the rear of the cam.· There are also two different 6 cyl. cams. The older style with 4 bearings and a large nut for the timing gear, and the newer ETA cams with either 4 or 7 bearings and a bolt & dowel pin for the timing gear. The 278-310 degree grinds require heavy duty springs, either lash caps, larger eccentrics, or longer valve stems.

ROCKER RATIO 1.25:1  NEW STYLE ETA 1.55:1

BMW

NEW BILLETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR BOTH 4 AND 6 CYLINDER CAMS. 6 CYL CAMS ARE AVAI BLE WITH BOTH 4 AND 7 BEARING JOURNALS. LIMITED AVAILABILITY ON SOME MODELS. CALL FOR SPECIFICS.

Now retrieving an image set.

VViViD+ Ultra Gloss Premium Vinyl Car Wrap Film (1ft x 5ft, Gloss Piano Black)
4.3 out of 5 stars(4353613)
$12.78 (as of March 10, 2026 21:42 GMT -07:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Now retrieving an image set.

CKAuto Tire Valve Stem Caps, Black, 4 pcs/Pack, Anodized Aluminum Tire Valve Cap Set, Corrosion Resistant, Universal Stem Covers for Cars Trucks Motorcycles SUVs and Bikes
4.7 out of 5 stars(47529912)
$6.99 (as of March 11, 2026 16:58 GMT -07:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Call: (707) 545-6115


 

CUSTOM-GROUND FOR YOUR APPLICATION

Get the order form here:

  • For the Online Fillable PFD click here.
  • For the Traditional PDF version click here.
© 1997-2025 D. Elgin Cams, All right reserved.
D. Elgin Cams is not associated with Elgin Industries. All product names, company names, logos, and/or brands are the property of their respective owners. All company, product logo and service names used in this website are for identification or cataloging purposes only. Use of these names, logos, and brands does not imply endorsement, partnership or ownership. All other images are property of D. Elgin Cams or are used with permission granted by image owner(s). This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program and earns commission fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com
Maintained by SFBA Tech

Hosted by QTH - Click to Visit

@1992-2026 D. Elgin Cams, Santa Rosa, CA