Clay Smith Cams

Clay Smith Cams www.claysmithcams.com Our legacy began in the early 1930's when Clay “Mr. Our beloved, Cigar-Chomping Woodpecker "Mr. Clay Smith Cams and Mr.

Horsepower” Smith began manufacturing high performance camshafts with his first company Smith & Jones Camshafts in Long Beach, Ca. Smith's innovative techniques in engineering were quickly recognized by the racing industry with Speed Records in Drag and Boat Racing throughout Southern California. Horsepower" is a cartoon depicting Clay's fire red hair, and love of cigars. Competitors were mesmeriz

ed by the performance of his products, and Clay decided to expand his horizons and thus emerged Smith's own company Clay Smith Cams and Engineering in the late 1940's. Smith was highly respected in the Motorsports industry up until the day on his untimely death in a Racing accident in 1954. Following Smith's death, Clay's widow Ruth-Ellen kept the business going with the help of committed employees and friends of Smith. Ruth-Ellen eventually remarried "Red" Wilson, another Racing enthusiast and Engineer. "Red" and Ruth-Ellen ran Clay Smith Cams, until "Red" was also was lost in a Racing accident in 1964. Ruth-Ellen, then sold the company to George "Honker" Striegel in 1969. George "Honker" Striegel, is famous in the Motorsports industry and recognized as a Highly Respected innovator of high-performance engineering. His Camshaft and Engine combinations have set countless land, water, and speed records all over the world in numerous competitive Motorsports classes and fields. George has enhanced the already proud and respected reputation of Clay Smith Cams with the performance of his craft, but also with his truly American values of the "Family-Ran Business." Horsepower Apparel, are employed solely by the Striegel Family; wife Patty, daughter Sherry, and Grandchildren Trayce and Nicolas Woods to the present day. We are proud to say our business is going strong in our 80th year this year.

07/28/2026
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07/04/2026

Happy 4th everyone !!


🇺🇸 250 Years of Freedom. 95 Years of Horsepower. 🇺🇸As America celebrates 250 years of freedom, we’re proud to celebrate ...
06/23/2026

🇺🇸 250 Years of Freedom.
95 Years of Horsepower. 🇺🇸

As America celebrates 250 years of freedom, we’re proud to celebrate 95 years of keeping performance alive.

From the drag strip to the open road, Clay Smith Cams has been powering generations of racers, builders, and gearheads since 1931.

Now through July 6th, enjoy 10% OFF sitewide and stock up on the parts, apparel, and garage gear that keep the spirit of horsepower alive.

Thank you for being part of the Clay Smith family and helping us carry the legacy forward.

Shop now at claysmithcams.com

Father’s Day is SUNDAY! 🇺🇸 Not only do you only have a couple days left to take advantage of our Father’s Day Sale, we a...
06/19/2026

Father’s Day is SUNDAY! 🇺🇸

Not only do you only have a couple days left to take advantage of our Father’s Day Sale, we also wanted to invite you to celebrate with us.

Grab Dad, fire up the hot rod, and cruise over to Downtown Brea for a day packed with classic cars, great vendors, cold drinks, and some of the best food around.

Be sure to stop by the booth, say hello, and check out all your favorite Mr. Horsepower apparel and gear.

📍 Birch & Brea Blvd, Brea, CA
📅 Sunday, June 21
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM

Let’s celebrate the dads who taught us how to turn wrenches, chase horsepower, and enjoy the ride.

🔥 HARLEY NIGHT ROUND 2 🔥The bikes are back at Costa Mesa Speedway this Saturday, June 20th. From sidecar racing and flat...
06/16/2026

🔥 HARLEY NIGHT ROUND 2 🔥

The bikes are back at Costa Mesa Speedway this Saturday, June 20th.

From sidecar racing and flat track action to live music, food, drinks, and motorcycles on the oval, this is one Southern California motorcycle event you won’t want to miss.

📍 OC Fair & Event Center
⏰ Gates Open: 6:00 PM
🏁 Racing Begins: 7:30 PM

Be sure to stop by and say hello! We’ll be sharing a booth with our friends at .cycles so swing by to check out the latest Mr. Horsepower gear and everything Lifestyle Cycles has to offer.

See you at the track.

Father’s Day is only a week away, and this year it’s time to get Dad what he really wants. 🏁If another shirt is the last...
06/14/2026

Father’s Day is only a week away, and this year it’s time to get Dad what he really wants. 🏁

If another shirt is the last thing he needs, don’t forget to check out our jackets, hats, aprons, floor mats, bar stools, and garage signs. A garage can never have too much of our iconic Mr. Horsepower around.

Our Father’s Day Sale is live now:
🏁 Buy 2 or more items and save 10%
🏁 Buy 4 or more items and save 15%

Shop now and give Dad something he’ll actually use this year. www.ClaySmithCams.com

05/15/2026

A perfect day here on Whiskey Road in Prescott, AZ

We are located on the corner of Goodwin and Montezuma right next to

If you weren’t able to stop by today, we will be here from 9am to 5pm tomorrow.

It’s finally here! We’ve officially rolled into Prescott, Arizona for on Whiskey Row.Join us Friday and Saturday, May 1...
05/15/2026

It’s finally here! We’ve officially rolled into Prescott, Arizona for on Whiskey Row.

Join us Friday and Saturday, May 15th and 16th for a weekend packed with hot rods, custom cars, vendors, great food, live music, and nonstop good times with the car community.

Make sure to stop by the booth to grab your favorite Mr. Horsepower merch and hang out with the crew.

Who’s coming out this weekend?

We’re headed to Arizona. 🔥Catch the crew at on the legendary Whiskey Row.This pre-1965 hot rod and custom car show bri...
05/12/2026

We’re headed to Arizona. 🔥

Catch the crew at on the legendary Whiskey Row.

This pre-1965 hot rod and custom car show brings together incredible builds, vendors, artists, speed equipment dealers, specialty clothing, and some of the best hot rod culture around.

📍Prescott, AZ
Friday 11AM – Late
Saturday 9AM – Late

Roll through and hangout with the Mr. Horsepower family.

Address

5870 Dale Street
Buena Park, CA
90621

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm

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+17145230530

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