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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 23 Degree Flat Top -5.0cc 840425205 - 840425205

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for Chevy 262-400

If you're looking to boost your engine's performance, the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons are an excellent choice for Chevy 262-400 engines. Designed with precision and strength in mind, these 2618 Forged 23 Degree Flat Top -5.0cc Pistons (part number 840425205) offer the durability and reliability that serious racers demand.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618 Billet Bar Stock: This material is known for its strength and ability to withstand extreme conditions, making it ideal for high-performance applications.
  • Heat Treated to T61 Condition: The pistons undergo a rigorous heat treatment process, ensuring they maintain their shape and integrity even under high RPMs.
  • Precision Machining: Manufactured using state-of-the-art CNC equipment, these pistons are designed to minimize wear and tear, preventing issues like "skirt shrinking."
  • Optimized Dome Design: The radiused domes eliminate sharp edges and hot spots, enhancing combustion efficiency.
  • Valve Pocket Compatibility: Designed to accommodate large cam profiles and oversized valves, these pistons are perfect for performance builds.
  • Standard Features: Includes forced pin oilers, accumulator grooves, and lightweight .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft quality wrist pins.

Benefits of Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons

When you choose Howards HRC Racing Pistons, you're opting for a product that not only meets but exceeds the demands of serious racing. With less than 1% silicon content, these pistons are less brittle than their high-silicon counterparts, providing superior performance under stress. The unique design minimizes the risk of scuffing or splitting cylinder walls, ensuring a longer lifespan for your engine components.

Popular Fitments for Part Number 840425205

  • Chevrolet Camaro (1970-1981)
  • Chevrolet Nova (1968-1979)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1970-1982)
  • Chevrolet Chevelle (1964-1972)

Customer Reviews

Customers who have used the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons often rave about their performance and reliability. Here are a few highlights from trusted reviews:

  • "These pistons are a game changer for my racing build. The fit was perfect, and I've noticed a significant improvement in power!"
  • "I've used several brands in the past, but Howards stands out for their quality and durability. Highly recommend!"
  • "Installation was straightforward, and the performance is top-notch. Definitely worth the investment!"

Specifications

  • Material: 2618 Forged Aluminum
  • Compression Height: Standard for Chevy 262-400 engines
  • Weight: Lightweight design for enhanced performance
  • Wrist Pin: .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft quality

Upgrade your Chevy engine with the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons and experience the difference in performance and reliability. Perfect for racing enthusiasts and those looking to get the most out of their vehicle!

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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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