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Howards Cams Hydraulic Roller Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit; 1955 - 1981 Pontiac 265-455 1800 to 5200 CL418005-09
$1367.82

Howards Cams Hydraulic Roller Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit

If you're looking to take your Pontiac's performance to the next level, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Roller Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit (CL418005-09) is a fantastic choice for Pontiac enthusiasts. Designed specifically for models from 1955 to 1981 with engine sizes ranging from 265 to 455, this kit is engineered to deliver impressive power and responsiveness.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Construction: Crafted using the finest race-quality cores, every camshaft undergoes rigorous Rockwell checks and is Parkerized for superior durability.
  • Precision Engineering: Manufactured on high-precision CNC cam grinding machines, ensuring top-notch accuracy and performance.
  • Protective Packaging: Each camshaft is packaged in a robust, high-impact plastic case, keeping it safe and sound during transit.

Specifications

  • Lift: .525 / .530
  • Duration @ .050: 227 / 235
  • Centerline: 103
  • Idle Quality: Choppy idle for that classic performance feel
  • Performance Range: Best suited for 1800 RPM and above, making it ideal for high-performance street applications.

Fitment

This camshaft and lifter kit fits a variety of Pontiac models, including:

  • 1967 Pontiac GTO
  • 1970 Pontiac Firebird
  • 1974 Pontiac Grand Prix

It's perfect for those looking to maintain a stock converter while still achieving a significant performance boost.

Customer Feedback

Customers rave about the Howards Cams CL418005-09 for its outstanding performance and reliability. Many have noted how easy it is to install and how it dramatically enhances their vehicle's throttle response. Users appreciate the choppy idle that gives their Pontiac that aggressive sound, while still being street-friendly.

Why Choose Howards Cams?

Howards Cams stands out for its commitment to quality and performance. With every product, you can trust that you're getting a camshaft designed to meet the highest standards, ensuring that your Pontiac runs smoothly and powerfully. Whether you're hitting the street or the track, the Rattler Camshaft & Lifter Kit is ready to deliver the performance you crave.

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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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