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Howards Cams Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit; 1966 - 1991 American Motors 290-401 3500 to 7000 CL310342-08
$594.23

Howards Cams Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit

Product Overview

If you're looking to boost the performance of your classic American Motors vehicle, the Howards Cams Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit (CL310342-08) is a fantastic choice. Designed specifically for 1966 to 1991 American Motors 290-401 engines, this camshaft and lifter kit is perfect for those who want to enhance their ride's power and responsiveness.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Materials: Crafted from the finest race-quality cores, every camshaft is 100% Rockwell checked and Parkerized, ensuring top-notch quality control.
  • Precision Manufacturing: Each component is made using advanced CNC cam grinding machines, guaranteeing accuracy and reliability.
  • Durable Packaging: The kit comes in a sturdy, high-impact plastic case that protects your camshaft during shipping, ensuring it arrives in perfect condition.

Specifications

  • Lift: .587 / .592
  • Duration @ .050: 254 / 260
  • Centerline: 104
  • Idle Quality: Rough idle
  • Performance Range: Great mid-range & top-end performer
  • Stall Requirements: Requires a 3200+ stall converter and appropriate gearing

Fitment

This camshaft and lifter kit is compatible with a range of vehicles, including:

  • 1966 American Motors Ambassador
  • 1970 AMC Javelin
  • 1980 AMC Concord
  • 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Customer Feedback

Users have praised the Howards Cams CL310342-08 for its impressive performance and reliability. Here are some highlights from customer reviews:

  • "The installation was straightforward, and the performance boost was noticeable right away! My AMC feels like a whole new machine."
  • "I love the rough idle sound it gives off, and the mid-range power is simply fantastic!"
  • "A must-have for any serious AMC enthusiast looking to upgrade their engine!"

Conclusion

With the Howards Cams Mechanical Flat Tappet Camshaft & Lifter Kit, you're not just upgrading your engine; you're investing in a performance-enhancing component that delivers on quality and results. Whether you're hitting the track or just cruising, this camshaft will take your driving experience to the next level.

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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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