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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft and Lifter Kit 1500 to 5800 Chevrolet Mark IV 396-502 1965-1996
$372.14

Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft and Lifter Kit

Upgrade your Chevrolet Mark IV 396-502 from 1965 to 1996 with the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft and Lifter Kit. Designed for enthusiasts who demand performance, this kit is engineered to enhance your engine's efficiency and power band, making it perfect for hot street applications.

Unmatched Quality and Precision

At Howards Cams, quality is paramount. Each camshaft is crafted using the finest race-grade cores, ensuring durability and performance. Our hydraulic and mechanical flat tappet camshafts undergo rigorous Rockwell hardness checks and are Parkerized to meet the highest quality control standards. This attention to detail guarantees that you receive a product that not only meets but exceeds expectations.

Advanced Manufacturing Process

Utilizing high-precision CNC cam grinding machines, Howards Cams ensures that every camshaft is manufactured to exact specifications. Each unit is packaged securely in a robust, high-impact plastic case, so when it arrives at your door, it’s just as pristine as when it left our facility.

Specifications

  • Engine: Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV
  • Camshaft Type: Hydraulic Flat Tappet
  • Basic RPM Range: 1500 to 5800
  • Valve Lift Intake: .533
  • Valve Lift Exhaust: .533
  • Duration Intake: 275
  • Duration Exhaust: 285
  • Duration at 050 Intake: 221
  • Duration at 050 Exhaust: 231
  • Lobe Separation: 114
  • Intake Centerline: 110
  • Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
  • Country Of Origin: United States

Fitment

This camshaft and lifter kit is specifically designed for:

  • Chevrolet Mark IV 396-502 (1965-1996)

Customer Feedback

Many users rave about the noticeable improvements in throttle response and overall engine performance after installing the Howards Cams kit. Here’s what some of our customers are saying:

  • “This camshaft really brought my engine to life! The power band is fantastic.”
  • “Installation was straightforward, and the quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!”
  • “I noticed a significant difference in performance with my 502 engine. Great product!”

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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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