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Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers; .896 - .945 HRC4500
$23.76

Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers - HRC4500

Upgrade your engine's reliability with the Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers, specifically designed for performance enthusiasts. These retainers fit piston wrist pins measuring between .896 and .945 inches, making them a perfect choice for many high-performance applications.

Key Features

  • High-Quality Construction: Crafted from durable materials to withstand the demands of high-performance engines.
  • Set of 32: Each package includes 32 retainers, ensuring you have enough for multiple builds or replacements.
  • Precision Fit: Designed to fit snugly and securely, providing peace of mind during high-speed operations.

Benefits of Using Howards Cams Spiral Lock Retainers

These spiral lock retainers are engineered for optimal performance. They ensure that your pistons stay firmly in place, even under extreme conditions. By using new retainers each time you disassemble your piston and rods, you maintain the integrity of your engine, reducing the risk of failure and enhancing longevity.

Specifications

  • Part Number: HRC4500
  • Wrist Pin Size: .896 - .945 inches
  • Material: High-quality steel for durability
  • Quantity: 32 retainers per set

Popular Fitments

The Howards Cams HRC4500 Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers are compatible with a variety of performance vehicles, including:

  • Chevrolet Small Block V8
  • Ford Modular V8
  • Dodge HEMI V8

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers for their reliability and ease of installation. Here’s what some users are saying:

  • "These retainers fit perfectly and held up well during my last race. Highly recommend!"
  • "Great quality and value for the price. I trust Howards Cams for all my performance needs."
  • "Used these on my rebuild, and I couldn't be happier. They provide a solid hold on the pistons!"

When it comes to performance engine builds, don’t compromise on quality. Choose Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers for a secure and reliable fit every time!

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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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