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Howards Cams Track Smart 3 Crankshaft Alloy 4.250 4340 Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV
$1032.06

Howards Cams Track Smart 3 Crankshaft

If you’re looking to take your Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV to the next level, the Howards Cams Track Smart 3 Crankshaft is the perfect upgrade. Designed with precision and engineered for performance, this crankshaft is crafted from high-quality 4340 alloy steel, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of both the track and the street.

Key Features

  • Premium Material: Made from 4340 steel, this crankshaft undergoes double stress relief operations, resulting in a part that is dimensionally stable and ready for action.
  • Enhanced Durability: After machining, each crankshaft is hardened with a deep nitride treatment for superior wear resistance, making it ideal for demanding track conditions.
  • Optimized Balance: The counterweights are strategically placed to improve balance and reduce bearing loads, ensuring smoother operation and longevity.
  • Piston Clearance: All rod journals are drilled, and counterweights are profiled specifically for piston clearance, allowing for a seamless fit in your engine.

Specifications

  • Crankshaft Series: Track Smart 3
  • Engine Compatibility: Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV
  • Engine Stroke: 4.250 inches
  • Recommended Rod Length: 6.385 inches
  • Rear Main Seal Style: 2-Piece
  • Crankshaft Material: 4340 Alloy
  • Engine Balance: Internal
  • Rod Journal Diameter: 2.200 inches
  • Main Journal Diameter: 454 Mains
  • Crankshaft Snout Style: Standard
  • Quantity: 1 Each

Popular Fitments

  • Chevrolet Chevelle (1968-1972)
  • Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1969)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1965-1974)
  • Chevrolet Impala (1965-1970)

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams Track Smart 3 Crankshaft for its reliability and performance. Many have noted significant improvements in engine response and overall power. Here’s what some users are saying:

  • "This crankshaft has made a noticeable difference in my Chevelle's performance. Smooth operation and no vibrations!"
  • "I installed this in my Camaro, and it fits perfectly. The quality is top-notch, and I can feel the power increase."
  • "Great product! The balance is excellent, and it handles high RPMs without any issues."

Upgrade your Chevy with the Howards Cams Track Smart 3 Crankshaft and experience the thrill of enhanced performance and reliability. Make sure to order the model that fits your specific application!

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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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