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Howards Cams Ultimate Duty Connecting Rod I-Beam Chevrolet 396-502 - UD65352200

Howards Cams Ultimate Duty Connecting Rod I-Beam for Chevrolet 396-502

Looking to upgrade your engine's performance? The Howards Cams Ultimate Duty Connecting Rod I-Beam is designed specifically for Chevrolet engines, particularly the 396-502 Mark IV. These connecting rods are engineered to deliver enhanced strength and reliability, making them a perfect fit for both street and race applications.

Exceptional Engineering

Crafted from a proprietary blend of chrome, nickel, moly, and vanadium alloy, Howards Cams ensures that each rod meets rigorous VAR standards. The manufacturing process is nothing short of impressive; each rod is:

  • CNC-machined from oversized billet forgings
  • Magnafluxed at least twice to detect any imperfections
  • Rockwell-tested for hardness and durability

This level of engineering guarantees that you’re not just getting a product, but a reliable component that can withstand the demands of high-performance engines.

Specifications

  • Connecting Rod Series: Ultimate Duty
  • Engine: Chevrolet 396-502 Mark IV
  • Connecting Rod Beam Style: I-Beam
  • Rod Length: 6.535 inches
  • Rod Journal Diameter: 2.200 inches
  • Pin End Bore Diameter: 0.990 inches
  • Connecting Rod Material: 4340 Steel
  • Wrist Pin Style: Floating
  • Clearanced for Stroker: Yes
  • Style of Fasteners: Bolt
  • Rod Bolt Manufacturer: ARP
  • Rod Bolt Material: 2000
  • Rod Bolt Diameter: 7/16 inches
  • Rod Bolt Strength: 220,000 psi
  • Rod Bolt Head Style: 12-Point
  • Quantity: Set

Benefits of Choosing Howards Cams Connecting Rods

When you opt for Howards Cams Ultimate Duty Connecting Rods, you're investing in:

  • Increased Torque and Horsepower: Perfect for enhancing your engine's performance.
  • Durability: Built to last, even under extreme conditions.
  • Compatibility: Works seamlessly with both small and big block engines from the '60s onward.

Popular Fitments

The Howards Cams UD65352200 connecting rods are a great fit for various Chevrolet models, including:

  • Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1969)
  • Chevrolet Chevelle (1964-1972)
  • Chevrolet Corvette (1963-1967)
  • Chevrolet Impala (1965-1970)

Customer Feedback

Customers have praised the Howards Cams UD65352200 for their exceptional quality and performance. Here are some highlights from trusted reviews:

  • "These rods are incredibly well-made and have significantly improved my engine's performance!"
  • "I love the attention to detail in the manufacturing process. You can really feel the difference!"
  • "Perfect fit for my Chevelle, and they handle the power like a champ!"

Upgrade your Chevrolet 396-502 engine with the Howards Cams Ultimate Duty Connecting Rods and experience the difference in performance and reliability!

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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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