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Howards Cams 4.165" Flat Top Pistons Chevrolet Small Block
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Howards Cams 4.165" Flat Top Pistons for Chevrolet Small Block

If you're looking for a reliable upgrade for your Chevrolet Small Block, the Howards Cams 4.165" Flat Top Pistons are a fantastic choice. These pistons are designed with performance in mind, ensuring that they can handle the rigors of high-performance applications while maintaining durability and efficiency.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618-T61 Billet Aluminum: This high-quality material is known for its strength and resilience, making it a superior choice for racing pistons.
  • Oversized Valve Pockets: Designed to accommodate large cam profiles and oversized valves, these pistons help maximize airflow and engine performance.
  • Accumulator Grooves: These grooves improve ring seal, enhancing overall engine efficiency and power delivery.
  • Machined Oil Drain Back Holes: These features help maintain optimal lubrication, reducing wear and tear on your engine.
  • Lightweight Aircraft Quality Wrist Pins: Included in each set, these pins contribute to reduced overall weight without compromising strength.
  • Lock Removal Indents: A thoughtful design feature that simplifies assembly and maintenance.
  • CNC Turned Skirts: Precision machining ensures that the pistons maintain their shape under extreme conditions, preventing issues like skirt shrinking.
  • Radius Valve Reliefs: These eliminate sharp edges, reducing the risk of damage during operation.
  • 1/16", 1/16", 3/16" Ring Grooves: Designed for optimal ring sealing and performance.
  • Forced Pin Oilers: These ensure that the wrist pins receive adequate lubrication, enhancing longevity.
  • Honed Pin Bores: For a precise fit and improved performance.
  • Double Spirolox: Provides additional security for the wrist pins during operation.

Benefits of Howards Cams 4.165" Flat Top Pistons

These pistons are engineered to withstand the extreme demands of racing and high-performance applications. The 2618-T61 aluminum alloy is specifically chosen for its ability to maintain shape and integrity under high RPMs and pressure, ensuring that your engine performs at its best. With features like forced pin oilers and CNC-turned skirts, you can trust that these pistons will operate smoothly without scuffing or damaging your engine's cylinder walls.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 841612206R
  • Diameter: 4.165 inches
  • Material: 2618-T61 Billet Aluminum
  • Ring Groove Sizes: 1/16", 1/16", 3/16"
  • Wrist Pin Wall Thickness: .150"

Popular Fitments

  • 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
  • 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
  • 1971 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams 4.165" Flat Top Pistons for their impressive performance and durability. Many have reported noticeable improvements in power and efficiency after installation. Here’s what some users have to say:

  • "These pistons are a game-changer! My engine feels more responsive and powerful." - Verified Buyer
  • "I love the quality of these pistons. They fit perfectly and have held up under heavy use." - Performance Enthusiast
  • "Great product for the price. Highly recommend for anyone looking to upgrade their small block." - Racing Fan

Upgrade your Chevrolet Small Block with Howards Cams 4.165" Flat Top Pistons and experience the difference in performance and reliability!

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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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