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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit; 1988 - 1997 Holden 304-345 2600 to 6200 CL678101-09
$460.72

Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit

If you're looking to boost your Holden's performance, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit is a fantastic choice for 1988 - 1997 Holden 304-345 engines. This kit is designed to deliver an exhilarating driving experience, whether you're hitting the streets or the strip.

Features of the Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft

  • High-Quality Construction: Made from the highest-grade race quality cores, ensuring durability and performance.
  • Precision Engineering: Each camshaft is 100% Rockwell checked and Parkerized, adhering to the strictest quality control standards.
  • CNC Machining: Manufactured on dedicated high precision CNC cam grinding machines for consistent results.
  • Protective Packaging: The camshaft comes in a hard, high-impact plastic reusable case, ensuring it arrives in perfect condition.

Specifications

  • Lift: .512 / .528
  • Duration @ .050: 243 / 251
  • Centerline: 103
  • Idle Quality: Rough idle, perfect for pro street or street/strip setups
  • Compression Requirement: Needs 9.5:1 or higher
  • Stall Converter: Requires a 2800+ stall converter for optimal performance

Fitment

This camshaft and lifter kit is specifically designed for the following vehicle fitments:

  • Holden Commodore VR/VS (304 V8)
  • Holden Statesman VS (304 V8)
  • Holden Ute VS (304 V8)
  • Holden Caprice VS (304 V8)

Customer Reviews

Customers rave about the Big Daddy Rattler's performance. Here are some highlights from trusted reviews:

  • Performance Boost: Many users have noted a significant increase in horsepower and torque, making their vehicles feel more alive on the road.
  • Sound: The rough idle and aggressive sound of the camshaft have been praised, adding a sporty edge to the driving experience.
  • Easy Installation: Several customers have commented on the straightforward installation process, making it accessible for DIY enthusiasts.

Upgrade your Holden with the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Big Daddy Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit and feel the difference in performance and responsiveness on every drive!

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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.

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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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