1951 Ford Custom Performance Engines

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Keep Your 1951 Ford Custom in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1951 Ford Custom looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Cylinder Heads, Performance Intake Manifolds, and Performance Engine Camshafts. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1951 Ford Custom Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $880.49, with a range that starts at $617.99 and goes up to $973.99. With 4 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Ford Flathead 4-Barrel Intake Manifold for 1949-53 Ford Flathead, Satin Finish, Classic Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255, and Flathead Ford Cylinder Head With Script Logo, High Lift Large Chamber start at just $617.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Ignition Products and Performance Radiators. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1951 Ford Custom in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1951 Ford Custom Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Flathead Ford Cylinder Head With Script Logo, High Lift Large Chamber (Part No.1116)

Flathead Ford Cylinder Head With Script Logo, High Lift Large Chamber

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$955.99
The Edelbrock No. 1116 Ford Flatheads feature the original Edelbrock script logo design for Fords and Mercurys, and are casted at the Edelbrock Foundry in the USA of T-6 tempered A356 aluminum. The Edelbrock No. 1116 heads are rugged, ribbed internally and externally, with a large water capacity and excellent breathing characteristics. The Edelbrock No. 1116 Ford Flatheads High Lift/Large Chamber version feature a new “raised roof” combustion chamber design that is CNC machined for high lift cams and is perfect for reducing compression in supercharger applications or on low octane fuel. High Lift heads have increased valve clearance and increased flow capacity.
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Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-218-3)

High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$478.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-600-5)

Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$341.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-240-4)

Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.

Product Features:
  • Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
  • Great high RPM power.
  • Easy on valve train parts.
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-226-4)

Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.

Product Features:
  • Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
  • Great high RPM power.
  • Easy on valve train parts.
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 2230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-230-4)

Magnum 2230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.

Product Features:
  • Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
  • Great high RPM power.
  • Easy on valve train parts.
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-221-3)

High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$363.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-331-4)

Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$298.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.

Product Features:
  • Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
  • Great high RPM power.
  • Easy on valve train parts.
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-216-2)

High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$242.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.32-601-8)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$549.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-414-3)

Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$268.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.

Product Features:
  • Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
  • Great high RPM power.
  • Easy on valve train parts.
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-242-3)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$268.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.34-602-9)

Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$531.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-234-4)

Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Edelbrock – Ford Flathead 4-Barrel Intake Manifold for 1949-53 Ford Flathead, Satin Finish (Part No.1107)

Ford Flathead 4-Barrel Intake Manifold for 1949-53 Ford Flathead, Satin Finish

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$617.99
Edelbrock part #1107 Ford Flathead 4-barrel intake manifold for 1949-53 engines. This intake manifold allows the use of square-bore carbs such as the Edelbrock Performer Series or Thunder Series AVS 500. This is a reproduction of the vintage Edelbrock #452 two-piece manifold with a new carb adapter flange.

Product Features:
  • Reproduction Of The Vintage 452 Two-Piece Manifold
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Edelbrock – Performer 289 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford, Polished Finish (Part No.21211)

Performer 289 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford, Polished Finish

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$608.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal
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Edelbrock – Performer 460 Intake Manifold #2166 for Ford 429/460, Non-EGR, Satin Finish (Part No.2166)

Performer 460 Intake Manifold #2166 for Ford 429/460, Non-EGR, Satin Finish

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$417.99
Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • Accepts Late-Model Choke; Waterneck; and HEI
  • Accepts A/C And Alternator
  • Accepts Exhaust Heated Chokes
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Edelbrock – Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Polished Finish (Part No.21051)

Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Polished Finish

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$919.99
Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold (Part No.75811)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold

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$811.99
Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Improve performance on the street or race track. Larger cross-sectional area and taller card flange. Compatibility with lar

Product Features:
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed For 1500 To 6500 RPM
  • Designed For Street And High Performance
  • Larger Cross Sectional Area
  • Taller Carb Flange
  • Compatibility w/Large Displacement 351W Based Eng.
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Edelbrock – Performer 400 Intake Manifold for 1971-82 Ford 351/M400 (Part No.2171)

Performer 400 Intake Manifold for 1971-82 Ford 351/M400

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$443.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM Small Block Ford Intake Manifold (Part No.7181)

Performer RPM Small Block Ford Intake Manifold

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$458.99


Product Features:
  • Best for the Ultimate in Street High-Performance
  • Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
  • Dual-Plane High-Rise Intake w/180 deg Firing Order
  • Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
  • Excellent Top End Power
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Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford 351W Intake Manifold (Part No.7581)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford 351W Intake Manifold

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$492.99
Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Improve performance on the street or race track. Larger cross-sectional area and taller card flange. Compatibility with large displacement 351W based engines. For 4 bbl carbs. Available in cast, polished and endurashine finish.

Product Features:
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed For 1500 To 6500 RPM
  • Designed For Street And High Performance
  • Larger Cross Sectional Area
  • Taller Carb Flange
  • Compatibility w/Large Displacement 351W Based Eng.
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Edelbrock – Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Satin Finish (Part No.2105)

Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Satin Finish

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$597.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Edelbrock – Performer 289 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford (Part No.2121)

Performer 289 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford

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$314.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal
  • Available in Multiple Finishes
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Weiand – X-CELerator; Intake Manifold (Part No.7516)

X-CELerator; Intake Manifold

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$538.99


Product Features:
  • Single Plane/Open Plenum Design
  • Square Flange Carb Mounting
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Edelbrock – Performer 351 Intake Manifold for Ford 351- 2V Cleveland Engine (Part No.2750)

Performer 351 Intake Manifold for Ford 351- 2V Cleveland Engine

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$437.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Accepts both 4V and 2V Carburetors
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Edelbrock – Performer 351-W Intake Manifold for S/B Ford 351 Windsor (Part No.2181)

Performer 351-W Intake Manifold for S/B Ford 351 Windsor

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$402.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Stock Replacement
  • 50-State Street Legal
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Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford 302 Black Intake Manifold (Part No.75213)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford 302 Black Intake Manifold

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$605.99
Edelbrock part #75213 RPM Air-Gap intake manifold is designed for street 289 302-347 c.i.d. Ford V8’s. The RPM Air-Gap incorporates the same race-winning technology that’s been used on our Victor Series competition intakes for decades. The Air-Gap design

Product Features:
  • 1500-6500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 4.3 in. Front Height, 4.9 in. Center Height, 5.5 in. Rear Height
  • Black Powder Coated Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Most Popular Performance Engine Cylinder Head for 1951 Ford Customs

Enhance your 1951 Ford Custom with this popular Performance Engine Cylinder Head we have in stock, for $955.99.

Edelbrock – Flathead Ford Cylinder Head With Script Logo, High Lift Large Chamber (Part No.1116)

Flathead Ford Cylinder Head With Script Logo, High Lift Large Chamber

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$955.99
The Edelbrock No. 1116 Ford Flatheads feature the original Edelbrock script logo design for Fords and Mercurys, and are casted at the Edelbrock Foundry in the USA of T-6 tempered A356 aluminum. The Edelbrock No. 1116 heads are rugged, ribbed internally and externally, with a large water capacity and excellent breathing characteristics. The Edelbrock No. 1116 Ford Flatheads High Lift/Large Chamber version feature a new “raised roof” combustion chamber design that is CNC machined for high lift cams and is perfect for reducing compression in supercharger applications or on low octane fuel. High Lift heads have increased valve clearance and increased flow capacity.
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Best-Selling 1951 Ford Custom Performance Intake Manifold

Upgrade your Custom with our best-selling Performance Intake Manifold.

Edelbrock – Ford Flathead 4-Barrel Intake Manifold for 1949-53 Ford Flathead, Satin Finish (Part No.1107)

Ford Flathead 4-Barrel Intake Manifold for 1949-53 Ford Flathead, Satin Finish

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$617.99
Edelbrock part #1107 Ford Flathead 4-barrel intake manifold for 1949-53 engines. This intake manifold allows the use of square-bore carbs such as the Edelbrock Performer Series or Thunder Series AVS 500. This is a reproduction of the vintage Edelbrock #452 two-piece manifold with a new carb adapter flange.

Product Features:
  • Reproduction Of The Vintage 452 Two-Piece Manifold
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Top-Quality Performance Engine Camshafts for 1951 Ford Customs

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Camshaft for Ford Customs and enjoy top-notch performance from $973.99.

Competition Cams – Classic Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255 (Part No.41-601-7)

Classic Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255

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$973.99
Classic Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255

Competition Cams – Classic Thumpr 227/241 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255 (Part No.41-600-7)

Classic Thumpr 227/241 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255

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$973.99
Classic Thumpr 227/241 Solid Flat Cam for Flathead Ford 239/255

FAQs for 1951 Ford Custom Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1951 Ford Customs?

Out of 4 Performance Engines that fit 1951 Ford Customs, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1951 Ford Custom Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1951 Ford Custom range from $617.99 up to $973.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1951 Ford Custom?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1951 Ford Custom is $880.49. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Ford Custom model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 15 model years of Ford Customs between 1949 and 1976. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1976, 1975, 1974, 1973, 1972, 1971, 1970, 1969, and 1968.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1951 Ford Custom?

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1951 Ford models?

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1951 Ford Custom?

As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1951 Ford Custom:

Can I get help with 1951 Ford Custom Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Ford Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Ford Custom Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford Custom Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.