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Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons Chevrolet Big Block
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Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons for Chevrolet Big Block

If you're looking to take your Chevrolet Big Block engine to the next level, the Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons are a fantastic choice. These pistons are engineered with precision and performance in mind, making them ideal for serious racers and enthusiasts alike.

Key Features

  • Forged from 2618-T61 Billet Aluminum: This material is known for its strength and durability, ensuring your pistons can withstand the most demanding conditions.
  • Oversize Valve Pockets: Designed to accommodate larger cam profiles and oversized valves, these pistons provide better airflow and performance.
  • Accumulator Grooves: These grooves enhance ring seal, which is crucial for maintaining optimal pressure and efficiency.
  • CNC Turned Skirts: The advanced machining process allows for precise tolerances, reducing the risk of scuffing or damage under high stress.
  • Lightweight Aircraft Quality Wrist Pins: Included with each set, these pins help reduce overall weight without compromising strength.
  • Double Spirolox: This feature ensures secure retention of the wrist pins, providing peace of mind during high RPM operation.

Benefits of Choosing Howards Cams Pistons

The Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons are not just about strength; they also offer exceptional performance under extreme conditions. With a silicon content of less than 1%, these pistons maintain their shape and integrity even at high RPMs, eliminating the common issue of "skirt shrinking." The radiused domes and carefully designed valve pockets minimize sharp edges and hot spots, promoting better combustion and engine efficiency.

Specifications

  • Part Number: 855024638-1
  • Ring Grooves: 1/16", 1/16", 3/16"
  • Wrist Pin Wall Thickness: .150"
  • Material: 2618-T61 Billet Aluminum

Popular Fitments

The Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons are compatible with various Chevrolet Big Block models, including:

  • Chevrolet 454
  • Chevrolet 427
  • Chevrolet 396

Customer Reviews

Customers rave about the performance and reliability of the Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons. Here’s what some users have said:

  • "These pistons have transformed my engine's performance. The machining is top-notch!" - Verified Buyer
  • "I noticed a significant improvement in power and efficiency after installing these." - Racing Enthusiast
  • "The quality is evident. They fit perfectly and perform even better!" - Engine Builder

Upgrade your Chevrolet Big Block with the Howards Cams 4.500" Dome Pro Max Pistons and experience the difference in performance and reliability. These pistons are built to last, ensuring you get the most out of your engine.

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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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