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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 23 Degree Dome 8.0cc 841512608R
$172.92

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for Chevy 262-400

Looking to boost your Chevy's performance? The Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons are designed specifically for Chevy engines ranging from 262 to 400 cubic inches. These forged pistons feature a 23-degree dome with an 8.0cc volume, making them a fantastic choice for serious racers and performance enthusiasts alike.

Key Features

  • Forged Construction: Made from 2618 billet bar stock, these pistons are not only strong but also heat-treated to a T61 condition for enhanced durability.
  • Low Silicon Content: With less than 1% silicon, these pistons avoid the brittleness that can plague high-silicon alternatives, ensuring they withstand extreme racing conditions.
  • Precision Machining: Crafted using state-of-the-art CNC equipment, the design minimizes issues like "skirt shrinking" and allows for smooth operation under intense heat and side loads.
  • Optimized Dome Design: The radiused dome eliminates sharp edges, reducing the risk of "hot spots" in combustion. Plus, the valve pockets accommodate large cam profiles and oversized valves.
  • Enhanced Lubrication: Features like forced pin oilers and accumulator grooves ensure proper lubrication, extending the life of your pistons.
  • Lightweight Components: Each set includes lightweight .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft-quality wrist pins, along with standard double spirolox for added reliability.

Benefits of Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons

These pistons are built to perform under the most rigorous conditions, making them ideal for both street and track use. Their robust construction means you can push your engine to its limits without worrying about piston failure. The precise fit and advanced design help maintain optimal engine performance, ensuring that your Chevy runs smoothly and efficiently.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 841512608R
  • Engine Compatibility: Chevy 262-400
  • Piston Type: Forged 23 Degree Dome
  • Dome Volume: 8.0cc

Popular Fitments

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

Customer Reviews

Customers rave about the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for their reliability and performance enhancements. Many users have noted significant improvements in horsepower and torque, especially when paired with high-performance camshafts. The precision engineering and robust materials have garnered positive feedback, with users appreciating the peace of mind that comes with using these high-quality pistons in their builds.

Upgrade your Chevy with the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons and experience the difference in performance and durability that serious racers demand!

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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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