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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 4-Valve Relief 23 Degree Flat Top -5.0cc 840656405 - 840656405

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for Chevy 262-400

Upgrade your engine with the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons, specifically designed for Chevy 262-400 engines. These pistons are crafted for those who demand performance and reliability, making them the perfect addition to your high-performance build.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618 Billet Bar Stock: This material is known for its strength and durability, ensuring your pistons can withstand extreme stress during racing.
  • Heat Treated to T61 Condition: The pistons undergo a rigorous heat treatment process, enhancing their performance under high temperatures.
  • Low Silicon Content: With less than 1% silicon, these pistons avoid brittleness, unlike high silicon alternatives that can fail under pressure.
  • CNC Machined Skirts: The modern CNC machining process allows for precise skirt design, minimizing scuffing and ensuring a perfect fit within the cylinder walls.
  • Radiused Dome Design: The pistons feature radiused domes to prevent sharp edges that could lead to hot spots, enhancing combustion efficiency.
  • Valve Pocket Compatibility: Designed to accommodate large cam profiles and oversized valves, providing flexibility for your performance upgrades.
  • Standard Features: Includes forced pin oilers, accumulator grooves, lock removal indents, and lightweight .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft-quality wrist pins.

Benefits

These pistons are engineered to maintain their shape under high RPMs, eliminating the common issue of "skirt shrinking." This means you can push your engine to its limits without worrying about performance degradation. The Howards HRC Racing Pistons are not just about power; they are built for longevity and reliability, making them a smart investment for serious racers and enthusiasts alike.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 840656405
  • Piston Type: Forged Flat Top -5.0cc
  • Valve Relief Angle: 23 Degrees
  • Material: 2618-T61 Aluminum
  • Wrist Pin: Lightweight .150" wall, heat-treated

Popular Fitments

  • Chevy Small Block 262
  • Chevy Small Block 283
  • Chevy Small Block 305
  • Chevy Small Block 350

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for their exceptional performance and durability. Many users report noticeable improvements in engine responsiveness and power output, making these pistons a favorite among racing enthusiasts. The precise fit and high-quality materials have also been highlighted, ensuring a smooth installation and reliable operation.

If you're looking to enhance your Chevy 262-400 engine's performance, the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons are a top choice that won't disappoint. Experience the difference in quality and performance with these expertly crafted pistons!

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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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