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Howards Cams 1.290 Valve Spring Locators - 96021-1

Howards Cams 1.290 Valve Spring Locators

If you're looking to improve your engine's efficiency and performance, the Howards Cams 1.290 Valve Spring Locators are an excellent choice. These valve spring locators are designed to provide a precise fit, ensuring that your valve springs operate smoothly and effectively. Unlike traditional spring cups, these locators feature a unique design that moves the locating shoulder from the outside to the inside of the spring, which can lead to less machining on your cylinder head.

Key Features

  • Max Spring Overall Diameter: 1.290 inches
  • Locator Overall Diameter: 1.270 inches
  • Locator Inside Diameter: 0.570 inches
  • Wall Shoulder Height: 0.130 inches
  • Shoulder Diameter: 0.875 inches
  • Locator Thickness: 0.060 inches
  • Quantity: Sold in sets of 16
  • Country of Origin: United States

Benefits of Using Howards Cams Valve Spring Locators

These valve spring locators offer several advantages:

  • Precision Fit: Designed to ensure that your valve springs are perfectly aligned, improving overall engine performance.
  • Less Machining Required: The innovative design minimizes the need for extensive machining on the cylinder head, saving you time and money.
  • Durability: Made from high-quality materials, these locators are built to withstand the rigors of high-performance applications.

Popular Fitments

The Howards Cams 1.290 Valve Spring Locators are compatible with a variety of vehicles, including:

  • Chevrolet Small Block (SB) Engines
  • Ford 302 Engines
  • Dodge 360 Engines

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams 1.290 Valve Spring Locators for their quality and performance. Here are some highlights from user feedback:

  • "These locators fit perfectly and made my valve spring installation a breeze!"
  • "Great quality and easy to work with. Highly recommend for anyone looking to upgrade their engine."
  • "I noticed an improvement in my engine's responsiveness after installing these locators."

Specifications

Here's a quick recap of the specifications for the Howards Cams 1.290 Valve Spring Locators:

  • Max Spring Overall Diameter: 1.290 inches
  • Locator Overall Diameter: 1.270 inches
  • Locator Inside Diameter: 0.570 inches
  • Wall Shoulder Height: 0.130 inches
  • Shoulder Diameter: 0.875 inches
  • Locator Thickness: 0.060 inches
  • Quantity: 1 Set (16 locators)
  • Country of Origin: United States

When it comes to valve spring locators, the Howards Cams 1.290 model stands out for its thoughtful design and reliable performance. Upgrade your engine setup today 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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