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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshafts for Chevrolet 348/409
If you're looking to boost your Chevrolet 348 or 409's performance, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft is a fantastic choice. Designed specifically to fit these classic engines, this camshaft is all about precision and durability, ensuring your vehicle runs smoothly and efficiently.
Why Choose Howards Cams?
Howards Cams takes pride in manufacturing their camshafts in-house, ensuring that each one is crafted with attention to detail. Unlike some brands that simply re-box camshafts, Howards Cams uses only the highest-grade race-quality cores. This commitment to quality means you can trust that your engine will perform at its best.
Key Features
- 100% ground at Howards Cams—no re-boxing involved
- Made with high-grade race-quality cores for superior performance
- Every camshaft is 100% Rockwell checked for optimal hardness
- Comes in hard, protective packaging to ensure it arrives in perfect condition
Fitment Information
The Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft (part number 137251-12) is designed to fit a variety of Chevrolet models equipped with the 348 or 409 engines. Here are some popular fitments:
- Chevrolet Impala (1958-1965)
- Chevrolet Bel Air (1958-1965)
- Chevrolet Biscayne (1958-1965)
Specifications
When it comes to specifications, this camshaft is built to meet the demands of high-performance driving:
- Hydraulic flat tappet design
- Precision-ground for optimal performance
- Customizable for various performance needs
Important Note
To ensure the best performance, please remember that stock (O.E.) valve springs cannot be used with this camshaft. Upgrading your valve springs is essential for compatibility and to maximize your engine's potential.
Customer Feedback
Customers rave about the quality and performance of the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft. Here’s what some of them have to say:
- "Installed this cam in my 409, and the difference is night and day! Highly recommend!"
- "The quality is top-notch, and it fit perfectly. My engine has never run better!"
- "Great camshaft! I love the sound and the power it delivers."
Upgrade your Chevrolet 348 or 409 with the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft (137251-12) and experience the performance boost that comes from quality craftsmanship and precision engineering.
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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 ExperienceThe 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 TechniqueHowards 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 RacingIf 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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