# 3812112 Camshaft | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta camshaft from the Engine group, weighing 1.87 kg and listed for 2 applications on D series engines. Camshaft 3812434 is the heavier alternative at 2.24 kg, so order by part number rather than by name.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta D1-30
-   Volvo Penta D1-30B

-   **Engine Family:** D
-   **HP Range:** 30 HP

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   1.87 kg
-   2 applications on D series engines
-   The lighter of two camshafts here, against 2.24 kg for 3812434

## 🔌 Function

Times the opening and closing of the valves through the followers, pushrods and rocker gear.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Rough idle, poor starting or loss of power
-   Noisy valve gear or erratic valve clearances
-   Lobes worn flat, pitted or spalled
-   Journals scored or discoloured
-   Metal debris in the oil or filter

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Renew the pushrods, followers and rocker gear that ran on a failed camshaft, as reused parts wear the new shaft quickly
-   Check the camshaft bearings and the drive gear while it is out
-   Camshaft 3812434 is a different shaft at 2.24 kg, so confirm which the engine takes

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 2487.12 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Engine Components
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 2487.12 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3812112 Camshaft | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3812112-camshaft-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-12