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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit; 1958 - 1965 Chevy 348/409 2000 to 5800 CL130501-12
$459.00

Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit

Perfect Fit for Your 1958 - 1965 Chevy 348/409

If you're looking to breathe new life into your classic Chevy, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit (CL130501-12) is just what you need. Designed specifically for 1958 to 1965 Chevrolet 348 and 409 engines, this kit is crafted to deliver impressive performance from 2000 to 5800 RPM. Whether you're cruising down the street or hitting the racetrack, this camshaft and lifter kit will help you achieve that perfect balance of power and reliability.

Features That Make a Difference

  • High-Quality Construction: Each camshaft is made from top-grade race-quality cores, ensuring durability and performance.
  • Precision Engineering: Manufactured on high-precision CNC cam grinding machines, every component meets stringent quality control standards.
  • Rockwell Checked: All hydraulic and mechanical flat tappet camshafts undergo a 100% Rockwell check for added assurance.
  • Parkerized Finish: This treatment enhances the longevity and performance of the camshaft.
  • Secure Packaging: The camshaft comes in a hard, high-impact plastic case, ensuring it arrives in pristine condition.

Specifications

  • Lift: .543 / .519
  • Duration @ .050: 223 / 235
  • Centerline: 108
  • Idle Quality: Fair idle, suitable for hot street and mild bracket racing
  • Mid-Range Torque: Excellent, ideal for 9.5 - 11.0:1+ compression ratios

Popular Fitments

This camshaft and lifter kit is compatible with several classic Chevy models, including:

  • 1958 Chevrolet Impala
  • 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air
  • 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
  • 1965 Chevrolet Biscayne

Customer Reviews

Many customers rave about the Howards Cams CL130501-12. Here’s what some have said:

  • "This camshaft gave my 409 the kick it needed. Smooth operation and great power!"
  • "Installation was straightforward, and the performance is outstanding. Highly recommend!"
  • "Perfect for street and light racing. Very satisfied with my purchase!"

Why Choose Howards Cams?

Choosing the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit means investing in quality and performance. With its precise engineering and robust construction, this kit is designed to enhance your Chevy's driving experience, making it a top choice for enthusiasts and racers alike.

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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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