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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft; 1967 - 1976 Buick 400, 430, 455 2400 to 6200 558101-09
$329.27

Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft

Perfect Fit for Your Buick

If you're looking to boost the performance of your 1967 to 1976 Buick 400, 430, or 455, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft (part number 558101-09) is a fantastic choice. Designed to operate effectively between 2400 to 6200 RPM, this camshaft is engineered for those who want a rough idle and a powerful presence on the street or strip.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Construction: Made from race-quality cores, ensuring durability and reliability.
  • Precision Engineering: Manufactured on dedicated high precision CNC cam grinding machines for accuracy.
  • Quality Control: Every camshaft undergoes 100% Rockwell testing and is Parkerized for superior quality assurance.
  • Secure Packaging: Comes in a hard, high-impact plastic reusable case to protect your investment during shipping.

Specifications

  • Lift: .512 / .528
  • Duration @ .050: 243 / 251
  • Centerline: 103
  • Compression Requirement: Needs 9.5:1 or higher
  • Stall Converter: Requires 2800 RPM or higher

Popular Fitments

This camshaft is compatible with the following vehicles:

  • 1967 Buick 400
  • 1968 Buick 430
  • 1970 Buick 455
  • 1976 Buick 455

Customer Feedback

Owners of the Howards Cams 558101-09 have shared their experiences:

"This camshaft brought my Buick back to life! The idle is rough, just like I wanted, and the power is incredible." - Mike T.

"Installed this cam in my 455 and couldn't be happier. It sounds aggressive and performs like a beast!" - Jenna R.

"Great quality and easy installation. Highly recommend for anyone looking to upgrade their Buick." - Tom S.

Why Choose Howards Cams?

With a reputation for excellence in the automotive industry, Howards Cams stands out for its commitment to quality and performance. Whether you're building a pro street machine or a street/strip car, the Big Daddy Rattler camshaft is designed to meet your needs and deliver the power you crave.

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Who is Howards Cams?

Howards Cams is an aftermarket company that Howards Johansen founded in 1945. It started as Howards Power & Racing Equipment and specialized in manufacturing high-performance racing cams for the automotive market. Even after turning the business over their oldest son, the company remained one of the best cam manufacturers in the industry.

Maximizing Their Racing Experience

The company has always used it is on-track experience to create powerful cam profile designs. It is why they have become one of the favorite brands of many top fuel dragster racers and drivers from other racing disciplines such as road racing, mudd bogging, marine racing, and circle track racing.

Advanced Manufacturing Technique

Howards Cams uses the most advanced computer design software to create the most competitive product out there. They offer a wide range of performance parts from camshafts, connecting rods, crankshafts, billet main caps, and forged pistons. All of these are made in the USA to ensure consistent quality.

Purchase Howards Cams Products At Vivid Racing

If you are in the market for high-performance parts for your engine, then look no further as Howard Cams is the brand for you. They have all the parts you need to create a fast machine and is trusted by many racers and enthusiast worldwide. If being on the top podium is your dream, then upgrade your engine with Howard Cams parts. 

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Warranty: Howards Cams Hydraulic/Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshafts are 100% Rockwell checked and parkerized at our manufacturing plantin Wisconsin. Howards Cams hydraulic and mechanical lifters are also 100% Rockwell checked for hardness to ensure that our customers receive the best American made components available. To give our customers a performance edge, Howards Cams will unconditionally replace to the original purchaser only, any non-usable hydraulic or mechanical flat tappet camshafts and lifters for 1/2 the amount of the original invoiced purchase price for a period of 6 months from the date of original retail purchase. Howards™ Cams does not warrant the performance of our products due to Howards™ Cams lack of control during product installation and usage. This applies to all camshafts, valve train components and all other racing components in our catalog and product line. Note: Due to oil available today, all Flat Tappet Cams (hydraulic or mechanical) must be initially ran with a quality break-in lube, such as Howards Z.P.M. Max. There is absolutely no warranty, expressed or implied or otherwise, on Howards Cams parts, labor, installation charges or other damaged parts. Howards Cams assumes no responsibility or liability whatsoever on incidental or consequential damages. There are no implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Howards Cams neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it, any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale or use of our products. Howards Cams will replace or refund any part that has a manufacturers defect found before installation or alteration. Customers are responsible for blueprinting engine components before installation or startup.

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