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Howards Cams Valve Spring Retainers; 97175
$126.32

Howards Cams Valve Spring Retainers (Part #97175)

When it comes to enhancing your engine's performance, the Howards Cams Valve Spring Retainers (97175) are a game changer. Designed with precision and engineered for strength, these retainers are perfect for high-performance applications where durability is key.

Features

  • Robust Construction: Made from premium 4140 chrome moly bar stock, these retainers are built to withstand the rigors of high spring pressure.
  • 10° Design: This unique angle helps to eliminate lock pull-through, ensuring that your valve springs stay securely in place even under extreme conditions.
  • Heat-Treated Finish: Each retainer undergoes a heat treatment process and is finished with a black oxide coating, providing excellent resistance to wear and corrosion.

Benefits

Investing in Howards Cams Valve Spring Retainers means investing in reliability and performance. These retainers are essential for any serious engine builder or enthusiast looking to maximize their engine's potential. They offer peace of mind knowing that your valve springs are securely held in place, allowing you to push your engine to its limits without worry.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 97175
  • Material: 4140 chrome moly
  • Angle Design: 10°
  • Finish: Black oxide, heat-treated

Popular Fitments

The Howards Cams 97175 Valve Spring Retainers are compatible with a variety of vehicles, particularly those in the performance and racing categories. Here are a few popular fitments:

  • Chevrolet Small Block (SB) Engines
  • Ford 302/351W Engines
  • Dodge 360 Engines
  • Various LS Engine Applications

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams Valve Spring Retainers for their reliability and performance. Here’s what some users have to say:

  • "These retainers are a must-have for any serious build. I’ve pushed my engine hard, and they’ve held up perfectly!" - Verified Buyer
  • "Great quality and fit. They’ve made a noticeable difference in my engine's stability at high RPMs." - Engine Enthusiast
  • "I trust Howards products, and these retainers did not disappoint. Highly recommend for anyone looking to upgrade." - Performance Builder

Upgrade your engine's reliability with Howards Cams Valve Spring Retainers (97175) and feel the difference in your performance. It's time to take your build to the next level!

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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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