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Howards Cams Billet Reaper Crankshaft Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV 4.250
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Howards Cams Billet Reaper Crankshaft for Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV

If you're looking to boost your Chevrolet's performance, the Howards Cams Billet Reaper Crankshaft is a game-changer. Designed specifically for the 396-502 Mark IV engines, this crankshaft is built to handle high-output applications with ease. With decades of expertise behind it, Howards Cams has crafted a product that stands out in the world of performance parts.

Key Features

  • High-Strength Construction: Made from E4340 AQ bar stock, this crankshaft boasts a uniform and stress-free grain structure, ensuring durability and reliability in demanding conditions.
  • Precision Engineering: Each crankshaft is CNC machined to exacting tolerances, providing a perfect fit for your engine.
  • Enhanced Durability: The Reaper crankshaft is stress relieved and shot peened, which helps it withstand the rigors of high-performance driving.
  • Superior Wear Resistance: Nitride treatment and micro-polished bearing surfaces mean this crankshaft will last longer, even under heavy use.
  • Dual Keyways: Designed with dual keyways for dampers, ensuring a secure fit and optimal performance.

Specifications

  • Crankshaft Series: Billet Reaper
  • Make: Chevrolet
  • Engine: 396-502 Mark IV
  • Engine Stroke: 4.250
  • Recommended Rod Length: 6.385
  • Rear Main Seal Style: 2-Piece
  • Crankshaft Material: E4340 Billet Steel
  • Engine Balance: Internal
  • Main Journal Diameter: 454 Mains
  • Approximate Crankshaft Weight: 80 lbs
  • Crankshaft Snout Style: Standard

Fitment

The Howards Cams Billet Reaper Crankshaft is compatible with a variety of vehicles equipped with the Chevrolet 396, 402, 427, and 454 engines. Here are some popular fitments:

  • Chevrolet Chevelle (1964-1977)
  • Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1969)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1965-1974)
  • Chevrolet Impala (1965-1970)

Customer Reviews

Users have praised the Howards Cams Billet Reaper Crankshaft for its exceptional performance and reliability. Here’s what some customers have to say:

"This crankshaft has transformed my engine's performance. The fit was perfect, and I love how smooth it runs!"

- Satisfied Customer

"I’ve used several crankshafts in the past, but the Reaper stands out for its durability and strength. Highly recommended!"

- Performance Enthusiast

Upgrade your Chevrolet's engine with the Howards Cams Billet Reaper Crankshaft and experience the difference in power and reliability. Whether you're hitting the track or cruising on the street, this crankshaft is built to perform.

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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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