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Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons; Ford 221-302 2618 Forged Flat Top -5.0cc 860410305
$927.00

Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons: Performance Redefined

Upgrade your Ford 221-302 engine with the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons, specifically designed for enthusiasts who demand the best. These Forged Flat Top -5.0cc Pistons (part number 860410305) are engineered to deliver exceptional strength and durability, making them the ideal choice for high-performance applications.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618 Billet Bar Stock: These pistons are crafted from high-quality 2618-T61 material, ensuring they can withstand extreme stress without compromising performance.
  • Heat Treatment and Aging: The pistons undergo a meticulous heat treatment process, enhancing their resilience and longevity.
  • Precision Machining: Manufactured using state-of-the-art CNC technology, the pistons feature accurately machined skirts that prevent scuffing or splitting under high RPMs.
  • Innovative Design: The radiused dome design minimizes sharp edges and hot spots, while large valve pockets accommodate oversized valves and aggressive cam profiles.
  • Enhanced Oil Flow: With forced pin oilers and accumulator grooves, these pistons ensure optimal lubrication, reducing wear and tear.
  • Lightweight Components: Each set includes lightweight .150" wall, heat-treated aircraft-quality wrist pins and double spirolox for added reliability.

Benefits of Choosing Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons

When you opt for Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons, you’re investing in a product that excels under pressure. Unlike high silicon content pistons, which can become brittle, the 2618-T61 material maintains its shape and integrity, even in extreme conditions. This means you can push your engine to the limit without worrying about performance degradation or piston failure.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 860410305
  • Material: 2618 Forged Aluminum
  • Compression Ratio: -5.0cc
  • Wrist Pin Size: .150" wall, heat-treated

Popular Fitments for 860410305

These pistons are compatible with a variety of Ford models, making them a versatile choice for many builds. Here are some popular fitments:

  • Ford Mustang (1964-1973)
  • Ford F-100/F-150 (1965-1980)
  • Ford Bronco (1966-1977)

Customer Reviews

Don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what other customers have to say about the Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons:

  • John D.: "These pistons transformed my engine! The quality is top-notch, and I've noticed a significant increase in power."
  • Mike S.: "I’ve used many pistons in my builds, but these are by far the best. They handle high RPMs like a champ!"
  • Sara L.: "Installation was straightforward, and the performance boost was immediate. Highly recommend!"

Upgrade your engine with confidence. The Howards Cams Pro Max Pistons (860410305) are designed for those who refuse to settle for anything less than the best. Get ready to experience a new level of performance!

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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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