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Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers; .946 - 1.005 HRC4501-1 - HRC4501-1

Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers (HRC4501-1)

If you're looking for reliable and high-quality piston wrist pin retainers, the Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers are just what you need. Designed to fit a range of performance pistons, these retainers ensure that your pistons stay securely in place, providing peace of mind during those high-performance drives.

Key Features

  • Precision Fit: These retainers have a diameter range of .946 - 1.005 inches, making them compatible with many popular performance pistons.
  • Quality Construction: Made from durable materials, these retainers are built to last, ensuring your engine operates smoothly.
  • Complete Sets: Sold in sets of 32, you’ll have enough retainers for multiple builds or replacements.
  • Non-Reusable Design: For optimal performance, it’s recommended to use a new set each time you disassemble the piston and rods.

Benefits

Using Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers can significantly enhance the reliability of your engine assembly. These retainers are designed to withstand the rigorous demands of performance driving, giving you the confidence to push your vehicle to its limits without worrying about piston retention.

Specifications

  • Part Number: HRC4501-1
  • Diameter Range: .946 - 1.005 inches
  • Set Quantity: 32 retainers

Popular Fitments

The HRC4501-1 retainers are compatible with several popular vehicle applications, including:

  • Chevrolet Small Block (SB) Engines
  • Ford 302 Engines
  • Dodge 318 Engines
  • Various Performance Aftermarket Pistons

Customer Reviews

Feedback from users highlights the reliability and quality of these retainers:

  • "These retainers fit perfectly and provide the security I need for my performance build!"
  • "Great quality and easy to install. I always use Howards Cams for my engine projects."
  • "I appreciate that they come in a set of 32. Perfect for my multiple builds!"

For anyone serious about performance, the Howards Cams Spiral Lock Piston Wrist Pin Retainers (HRC4501-1) are a smart choice. Make sure to grab a set for your next engine project and enjoy the confidence that comes with quality engineering!

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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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