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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft 1800 to 5600 Chevrolet 396-502 1965-1996
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Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft for Chevrolet 396-502

If you're looking to amp up your Chevrolet's performance between 1800 to 5600 RPM, the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft is just what you need. This camshaft is designed specifically for Chevrolet 396-502 engines produced from 1965 to 1996, making it a perfect fit for enthusiasts aiming to enhance their ride.

Product Features

  • High-Quality Construction: Crafted from the highest-grade race quality cores, this camshaft ensures durability and performance.
  • Precision Engineering: Each camshaft is manufactured on dedicated high-precision CNC cam grinding machines, ensuring an exact fit and optimal function.
  • Quality Assurance: Every hydraulic and mechanical flat tappet camshaft undergoes 100% Rockwell checks and is Parkerized, guaranteeing top-notch quality control standards.
  • Secure Packaging: The camshaft comes in a hard, high-impact plastic reusable case, ensuring it arrives in pristine condition.

Specifications

  • Camshaft Series: Boost
  • Engine: Chevrolet 396-502
  • Camshaft Type: Hydraulic Roller
  • Basic RPM Range: 1800 to 5600
  • Valve Lift Intake: .555
  • Valve Lift Exhaust: .553
  • Duration Intake: 279
  • Duration Exhaust: 289
  • Duration at .050 Intake: 225
  • Duration at .050 Exhaust: 235
  • Lobe Separation: 114
  • Intake Centerline: 110
  • Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
  • Country Of Origin: United States

Compatibility

This camshaft is compatible with various Chevrolet models equipped with the 396-502 engine. Here are some popular fitments:

  • Chevrolet Chevelle (1965-1972)
  • Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1969)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1965-1974)
  • Chevrolet Impala (1965-1970)

Installation Notes

  • Stock (O.E.) valve springs cannot be used; aftermarket springs are required for optimal performance.

Customer Feedback

Many users have praised the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft for its impressive performance and reliability. Here’s what some customers are saying:

  • "This camshaft has really brought my Chevelle to life! The power delivery is smooth, and it sounds fantastic!" - Satisfied Customer
  • "Easy to install and the performance gains are noticeable. Highly recommend for anyone looking to upgrade." - Happy Gearhead
  • "Great quality and fitment. My Corvette has never run better!" - Enthusiastic Owner

Upgrade your Chevrolet with the Howards Cams Hydraulic Flat Tappet Boost Camshaft and experience the difference in performance and driving pleasure!

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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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