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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 23 Degree Dome 8.0cc 840612608L
$171.14

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for Chevy 262-400

Looking to boost your Chevy 262-400's performance? The Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons (part number 840612608L) are designed to deliver exceptional strength and reliability, making them a top choice for racing enthusiasts and performance builders alike.

Key Features

  • Forged Construction: Crafted from 2618 billet bar stock, these pistons are heat-treated and aged to a T61 condition, ensuring they withstand the rigors of high-performance applications.
  • Durability: With less than 1% silicon content, these pistons are less brittle compared to high silicon options, providing superior performance under extreme stress.
  • Shape Retention: Unlike other pistons, the Howards HRC Racing Pistons maintain their shape even at high RPMs and extreme pressures, eliminating the common issue of "skirt shrinking."
  • Precision Machining: Each piston is machined using state-of-the-art CNC equipment, allowing for precision fitment and performance.
  • Smart Design: The radiused dome design prevents sharp edges and "hot spots," while the valve pockets accommodate larger cam profiles and oversized valves.
  • Innovative Features: Equipped with forced pin oilers, accumulator grooves, and lock removal indents, these pistons are built for serious performance.
  • Lightweight Wrist Pins: Each set includes lightweight .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft-quality wrist pins for added efficiency.
  • Secure Installation: Double spirolox are included for secure fitment and reliability.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 840612608L
  • Material: 2618 forged aluminum
  • Dome Volume: 8.0cc
  • Degree: 23 Degree Dome

Popular Fitments

The Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons are a great fit for a variety of Chevy applications, including:

  • Chevrolet Small Block 262
  • Chevrolet Small Block 283
  • Chevrolet Small Block 305
  • Chevrolet Small Block 350

Customer Reviews

Users have praised the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for their exceptional performance and reliability. Here are some highlights from customer feedback:

  • “These pistons have transformed my engine performance. The machining is top-notch, and I’ve noticed a significant increase in power.”
  • “I love how these pistons hold up under pressure. No issues with skirt shrinking, even at high RPMs!”
  • “Installation was straightforward, and they fit perfectly. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enhance their Chevy engine.”

Upgrade your engine with the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons (840612608L) and experience the difference in performance and durability. Whether you’re on the track or the street, these pistons are engineered to meet the demands of serious racers and enthusiasts alike.

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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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