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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft 2500 to 6400 Chevrolet 396-502 1965-1996 - 129421-14

Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft for Chevrolet 396-502

If you're looking to enhance the performance of your Chevrolet 396-502, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft is a fantastic choice. Designed to operate effectively in the RPM range of 2500 to 6400, this camshaft is perfect for those who want to push their engine to new heights. Whether you're hitting the streets or the strip, this camshaft will give your vehicle the boost it needs.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Construction: Made from top-grade race quality cores, our camshafts undergo rigorous Rockwell checks and are Parkerized for superior quality control.
  • Precision Manufacturing: Utilizing dedicated high precision CNC cam grinding machines ensures that each camshaft meets the highest performance standards.
  • Secure Packaging: Each camshaft is shipped in a durable, reusable hard plastic case, protecting it from damage during transit.

Specifications

  • Camshaft Series: Boost
  • Engine Compatibility: Chevrolet 396-502
  • Type: Hydraulic Flat Tappet
  • Basic RPM Range: 2500 to 6400
  • Valve Lift (Intake/Exhaust): .595 / .595
  • Duration (Intake/Exhaust): 303 / 313
  • Duration at .050 (Intake/Exhaust): 249 / 259
  • Lobe Separation: 114
  • Intake Centerline: 110
  • Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
  • Country of Origin: United States

Fitment and Compatibility

This camshaft is designed specifically for Chevrolet 396-502 engines manufactured between 1965 and 1996. It’s essential to note that stock (O.E.) valve springs cannot be used with this camshaft, so make sure to upgrade your springs to handle the increased performance.

Popular Fitments

  • Chevrolet Chevelle (1965-1972)
  • Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1969)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1965-1982)
  • Chevrolet Impala (1965-1970)

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft for its impressive performance and reliability. Many have noted significant improvements in throttle response and overall power, making it a popular choice among automotive enthusiasts. Here’s what some users have said:

  • "This camshaft really brought my Chevelle to life! The power band is fantastic!"
  • "Installation was straightforward, and the performance gains were immediately noticeable."
  • "I love the sound of my engine with this camshaft. It has a nice, aggressive tone!"

Upgrade your Chevrolet 396-502 with the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft and experience the thrill of enhanced performance on the road or track!

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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. 

To know more about the company, visit Vivid Racing and check out their list of products that fit your specific needs.

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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