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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 4-Valve Relief 23 Degree Flat Top -5.0cc 840442405
$922.77

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons: Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 4-Valve Relief

Upgrade your Chevy's performance with the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons, specifically designed for Chevy engines ranging from 262 to 400 cubic inches. These forged pistons are engineered with precision to deliver exceptional strength and durability, making them a perfect choice for both street and race applications.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618 Billet Bar Stock: This material is heat-treated and aged to a T61 condition, ensuring superior strength and resilience under extreme conditions.
  • Low Silicon Content: With less than 1% silicon, these pistons are less brittle than high silicon options, which means they can withstand the intense stress of racing.
  • Advanced CNC Machining: Each piston is crafted using state-of-the-art CNC equipment, allowing for precise skirt design that minimizes scuffing and splitting of cylinder walls.
  • Optimized Valve Pockets: Designed to accommodate large cam profiles and oversized valves, these pistons enhance airflow and performance.
  • Lightweight Wrist Pins: The set includes .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft-quality wrist pins for added strength without unnecessary weight.

Benefits of Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons

Choosing Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons means investing in reliability and performance. Their unique design reduces the risk of "skirt shrinking," ensuring that your engine maintains its efficiency even under high RPMs and extreme pressure. The radiused dome design eliminates sharp edges, preventing "hot spots" that can lead to engine failure.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 840442405
  • Engine Compatibility: Chevy 262-400
  • Piston Type: Forged, Flat Top -5.0cc with 4-Valve Relief
  • Material: 2618-T61 Aluminum Alloy
  • Wrist Pin Size: .150" Wall

Popular Fitments

These pistons are compatible with various Chevy models, including:

  • Chevy Small Block (262-400)
  • Chevy Camaro (1967-1981)
  • Chevy Corvette (1968-1982)
  • Chevy Nova (1962-1979)

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for their durability and performance. Here are a few highlights:

  • "These pistons took my engine to the next level! The power increase is noticeable, and they hold up great under stress."
  • "Installation was straightforward, and the fitment was perfect. Highly recommend for any serious build."
  • "I’ve used several brands, but Howards has proven to be the best in terms of quality and performance."

Invest in Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons today and experience the difference in your Chevy's performance!

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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. 

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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