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Howards Cams Pro Max 2618 Race Pistons Chevrolet LS Gen III w/ 15 Degree Heads (LS1/2/3/6 & L92)
$988.12

Howards Cams Pro Max 2618 Race Pistons for Chevrolet LS Gen III

Get ready to take your racing game to the next level with the Howards Cams Pro Max 2618 Race Pistons! Designed specifically for Chevrolet LS Gen III engines with 15-degree heads (LS1/2/3/6 & L92), these pistons are the perfect upgrade for anyone looking to enhance their performance on the track.

Why Choose Howards Cams Pro Max 2618 Race Pistons?

The Pro Max 2618 pistons are forged from high-quality 2618 billet bar stock, ensuring strength and durability under extreme conditions. Unlike high silicon content pistons, which can become brittle under stress, these pistons maintain their shape even at high RPMs, making them ideal for serious racers.

Features That Stand Out

  • 2618-T61 Aluminum Forgings: Provides superior strength and performance.
  • Less than 1% Silicon Particulate Content: Reduces brittleness, enhancing longevity.
  • Oversized Valve Pockets: Accommodates larger cam profiles and oversized valves.
  • Accumulator Grooves: Improves ring seal for better efficiency.
  • Lightweight Aircraft Quality Wrist Pins: Included for added performance.
  • CNC Turned Skirts: Ensures a precise fit and minimizes wear.
  • Radius Valve Reliefs: Eliminates sharp edges and hot spots.
  • Forced Pin Oilers: Keeps your engine components well-lubricated.
  • Double Spirolox: Standard for secure pin retention.

Specifications

  • Part Type: Pistons
  • Model: ProMax 2618 Forged Race Pistons
  • Application: Chev LS Gen III w/ 15 Degree Heads (LS1/2/3/6 & L92)
  • Piston Style: Inverted Dome Top
  • Cylinder Bore: 4.125”
  • Compression Distance: 1.110”
  • Crankshaft Stroke/Rod Length: 4.125” with 6.125” Connecting Rod (441ci)
  • Deck Height (Zero Deck): 9.240”
  • Dome Volume: -26cc
  • Compression Ratios:
    • 4.125" Stroke w/66cc Heads: 9.9
    • 4.125" Stroke w/70cc Heads: 9.6
  • Piston Material: Forged 2618-T61 Billet Aluminum Bar Stock
  • Wrist Pins Included: Floating, 0.927” size
  • Manufacturer: Howards Cams Racing Components
  • Manufacturer's Part Number: 831204126
  • Weight: 14.0 lbs.
  • Warranty: Race Application, No warranty expressed or implied
  • Quantity: Sold as Sets of 8

Popular Fitments

  • Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2007-2013)
  • Chevrolet Camaro (2010-2015)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (2005-2013)
  • Chevrolet Tahoe (2007-2014)

Customer Reviews

Users rave about the Howards Cams Pro Max 2618 Race Pistons, praising their durability and performance under pressure. Customers have reported significant improvements in their engine's responsiveness and overall power output. Many have noted that these pistons are a must-have for serious racers looking to push their vehicles to the limit.

Upgrade your LS engine with Howards Cams Pro Max 2618 Race Pistons and experience the difference in performance and reliability!

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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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