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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Chevy 262-400 2618 Forged 23 Degree Flat Top -5.0cc 840612305
$927.00

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for Chevy 262-400

If you're looking to boost your Chevy's performance, the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons are a fantastic choice. Specifically designed for Chevy 262-400 engines, these forged pistons are built to withstand the rigors of high-performance racing.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618 Billet Bar Stock: This material provides a robust construction that can handle extreme stress better than high silicon content alternatives.
  • Heat Treated and Aged: Each piston is treated to a T61 condition, ensuring durability and performance under pressure.
  • Precision Machining: Crafted using advanced CNC equipment, these pistons are designed for optimal fit and function.
  • Innovative Design: The skirt design minimizes issues like "skirt shrinking," allowing the pistons to maintain their shape even at high RPMs.
  • Smart Valve Pockets: Engineered to accommodate large cam profiles and oversized valves, these pistons are ready for serious power.
  • Standard Features: Includes forced pin oilers, accumulator grooves, lightweight .150" wall wrist pins, and double spirolox for added reliability.

Benefits of Choosing Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons

These pistons not only enhance the strength and durability of your engine but also improve overall performance. The -5.0cc flat top design helps achieve a higher compression ratio, which translates to better power output. Plus, the radiused dome design minimizes hot spots, ensuring smoother combustion.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 840612305
  • Material: 2618-T61 Forged Aluminum
  • Design: 23 Degree Flat Top -5.0cc
  • Wrist Pin Size: .150" wall, heat-treated

Popular Fitments

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

Customer Reviews

Users have praised the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons for their reliability and performance. Many have noted significant improvements in engine response and power delivery, especially under racing conditions. Customers appreciate the quality craftsmanship and the peace of mind that comes with using a high-performance part like this.

With Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons, you're not just getting a part; you're investing in your vehicle's potential. Upgrade your Chevy's engine and experience the difference!

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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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