1956 Chevrolet Corvette Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Performance and Racing Products

MSD Ignition – Trigger Wheel; Flying Magnet; Small Block Chevy (Part No.8611)

Trigger Wheel; Flying Magnet; Small Block Chevy

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$245.99
For a long time, racers have known that one of the best things to do to an engine to improve its performance is to stabilize the ignition timing. The MSD flying magnet crank trigger system does exactly that by using magnets embedded in an aluminum wheel. The MSD flying magnet crank trigger uses four magnets secured in the aluminum trigger wheel that pass by a stationary non-magnetic pick-up to trigger the ignition. This flying magnet design produces accurate trigger signals and the non-magnetic pick-up cannot be false triggered. Each flying magnet crank trigger includes a two-piece mounting bracket for the non-magnetic pick-up that in most cases will work on either the passenger side or driver’s side of the engine (the SB Chrysler and SB Ford brackets mount on only one side). The adjustable bracket provides a wide range of timing adjustment and spacers are included. These systems will trigger MSD 6, 7, 8 and 10 series ignitions and all MSD timing accessories.

Product Features:
  • Replacement crank trigger wheel for small block Chevy
  • Absolutely the most accurate way to trigger the ignition
  • The non-magnetic pickup cannot be false triggered
  • Powerful magnets are embedded in a billet aluminum trigger wheel
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Flowmaster Inc. – Super 44 Series Muffler, 2.5in Offset Inlet 2.5in Center Outlet, Non-Reversible, Aggressive Sound (Part No.942546)

Super 44 Series Muffler, 2.5in Offset Inlet 2.5in Center Outlet, Non-Reversible, Aggressive Sound

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$113.99
Flowmaster’s Super 44 muffler uses the same Delta Flow technology found in our larger Super 40 mufflers. The Super 44 delivers a powerful rich tone and is the most aggressive, deepest sounding, highest performing four inch case street muffler we’ve ever built! Constructed of 16 gauge aluminized steel and fully MIG welded for maximum durability.
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1965-1990, Oval port 396-402-454 B/B Chevy (Part No.7203)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1965-1990, Oval port 396-402-454 B/B Chevy

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$32.99
Product Features:
  • Clean Positive Seal
  • Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
  • Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS10C-28)

Differential Mini Spool

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$98.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL GM 10 BOLT 8.2″ 28 SPLINE
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Hooker Headers – Super Competition Sidepipe (Part No.50735-1HKR)

Super Competition Sidepipe

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$577.99
Super Competition Sidemount Headers deliver the most aggressive style and performance for your early Corvette, Camaro, Nova or Firebird. Sidemount Headers are built from lightweight 18 gauge tubing. Sidetubes slip directly to the collector for a leak free seal. Hooker sidemount Headers and sidetubes come with 3 choices of coating; show quality chrome, high heat resistant black paint and Hooker’s metallic ceramic thermal barrier coating. Replaceable Hooker Mufflers are available separately in 2 different styles; glasspack and reverse flow. The glass pack style provides the highest performance with minimal backpressure and sound control. The reverse flow is designed for maximum sound control.

Product Features:
  • Completely Welded On All Sides
  • Clamp Tube For Leak Free Seal
  • Clamp Tube For Leak Free Seal
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Edelbrock – Torker-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-1986 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.5002)

Torker-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-1986 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8

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$411.99
Edelbrock camshafts are matched to Edelbrock Total Power Package components for proven performance, taking the guesswork out of camshaft selection. They are compatible with OEM or Edelbrock hydraulic roller tappets which reduce friction, virtually eliminate break-in problems, and permit higher valve velocities for increased performance. Designed to work with Torker II manifolds for performance from 2500 to 6500 RPM, these camshafts are ideal for high-performance street, drag or marine applications. Torker-Plus cams have a slightly rough idle and are not suitable for trucks or towing applications. Hydraulic flat tappet lifters are included with each camshaft.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 2500 to 6500 Performance
  • Designed for Hi-Perf Street; Drag or Marine Use
  • Matched to Edelbrock Torker II Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Dyno Matched/Street Proven Performance
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Mr. Gasket – Throttle Cable Bracket (Part No.9885)

Throttle Cable Bracket

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$14.99
The throttle cable bracket is designed for small block Chevy engines thru 1979 and is to be used in conjunction with the kick down cable Pn9886 for the Turbo 350 transmission. The throttle cable bracket mounts on the intake manifold and will hold cables with round or square mounts. It has a 2 inch adjustable range and is finished off in a beautiful chrome plating.

Product Features:
  • 2 in. adjustable range
  • Includes necessary hardware
  • Chrome plated
  • Individually packaged
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Light Truck Megashifter (Part No.80680)

Automatic Shifter, Light Truck Megashifter

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$467.99
The B&M Megashifter has it all, form, function and classic style. This all adds up to bring you a quality shifter that’s been one of the most popular automatic shifters of all time. The light truck Megashifter is better suited for truck and bench seat applications with its overall height of 14.85-inches tall (2.25-inches taller than #80690 Megashifter.) The positive ratcheting action won’t allow you to over-shift and miss a gear at that critical moment, along with the reverse lockout feature meets NHRA/IHRA safety rules for those weekend grudge races at the track, while the look and feel of the T-handle and accordion style shift boot really shows off its racing heritage. Other features include a black console that you can trim to match the contour of your vehicle’s floor, 5-foot long shifter cable, cable brackets, transmission shift levers, chrome plated top plate with lighted gear indicator and everything needed for an easy at home installation. An optional T-handle with a 12-volt button is available separately for actuating a trans-brake, nitrous oxide or other accessories for the hard-core performance enthusiast. This shifter fits most popular Chrysler, Ford and GM 3 and 4-speed automatic transmissions. Note: AOD transmissions require optional kit #40496, GM 4L60E through 4L85E transmissions with PRNDL switch will require optional kit #70499. Overall Dimensions – 14.9L x 6.4W x 14.8H

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
  • NHRA/IHRA Reverse Lockout Meets Requirements
  • Use w/Reverse Pattern Valve Body
  • Includes Neutral Safety Switch
  • Includes Backup Light Switch
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Mr. Gasket – Breather/Oil Filler Cap (Part No.2060)

Breather/Oil Filler Cap

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$17.99
This chrome plated breather, embossed with a Mr. Gasket logo, is perfect for race car vacuum balance systems and OEM use. It fits any 1 1/4 inch diameter hole. It has metal baffle/foam element with 1 inch outer diameter neck and 5/8 inch outer diameter breather tube.

Product Features:
  • Internally battled
  • High-porosity filter
  • Ideal for high performance
  • Includes rubber grommet
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Spectre – Sbc Fuel Mint Plate W/Bolts (Part No.42493)

Sbc Fuel Mint Plate W/Bolts

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$12.99
This Spectre Fuel Pump Mounting Plate for short block Chevrolet engines comes with a gasket, four bolts and four washers. It is used to mount mechanical fuel pumps. It is also triple chrome plated.

Product Features:
  • Small block Chevrolet, use for mounting mechanical fuel pumps
  • Includes mounting plate gasket
  • Includes chrome mounting bolts with washers
  • Triple chrome plated
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Spectre – Aluminum OIL PAN SBC 80-85 (Part No.4988)

Aluminum OIL PAN SBC 80-85

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$222.99
The Spectre polished aluminum oil pan is designed to fit 1980-1985 small block Chevrolet 305-350 engine with a passenger side dipstick. This oil pan is made from a heavy die-cast polished aluminum featuring a finned diamond design. The stock oil capacity is maintained at 4 quarts. The required mounting fasteners are included.

Product Features:
  • Stock 4 quart capacity
  • Polished die-cast aluminum
  • Finned diamond design finish
  • Includes mounting fasteners
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Weiand – Pro-Street; Supercharger Kit (Part No.7751-1)

Pro-Street; Supercharger Kit

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$4329.99


Product Features:
  • Develop 500 To 550 Plus Horsepower
  • Incredible Torque Gains For Heavy Cars/Towing App.
  • Low Profile Design For A Clean Simple Installation
  • Teflon Tipped Rotors For Sealing Efficiency
  • Full Time Power Every Time You Hit The Gas
  • w/No Lag
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Edelbrock – Thunder Series AVS 800 CFM Carburetor – Electric Choke, EnduraShine Finish (Part No.18134)

Thunder Series AVS 800 CFM Carburetor - Electric Choke, EnduraShine Finish

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$622.99
New qwik-tune adjustable secondary air valve. Optional single or dual fuel inlet. Distinctive black accented hardware. No gaskets below fuel level to prevent leakage. Metering rod and step up springs can be changed easily. GM and AMC style throttle linkage. Exclusive 12 month complete satisfaction warranty.

Product Features:
  • New Qwik-Tune Adjustable Secondary Air Valve
  • Optional Single Or Dual Fuel Inlet
  • Distinctive Black Accented Hardware
  • No Gaskets Below Fuel Level to Prevent Leakage
  • Metering Rod/Step Up Springs Can Be Changed Easily
  • GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage
  • Exclusive 12 Month Complete Satisfaction Warranty
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Spectre – Pulley (Part No.4369)

Pulley

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$62.99
Spectre’s high quality crankshaft, alternator and engine pulley sets are designed to help dress up your engine compartment. All of our pulleys are designed to work in OE applications and with the OE style serpentine or v-belt configuration.

Product Features:
  • Machined aluminum finish
  • Single belt groove
  • 6-5/8 In. diameter-note: identify the water pump by looking at the distance between it and the timing cover, short water pumps are almost touching the
  • Easy to install
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; Multi-Angle plug; HEI; Universal (Part No.5550)

Wire Set; Street Fire; Multi-Angle plug; HEI; Universal

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$67.99
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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Hays – Street; Clutch Kit (Part No.85-101)

Street; Clutch Kit

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$716.99
Matched assembly for maximum reliability. An excellent choice for high performance street applications.

Product Features:
  • Built As Matched Assembly
  • Exceptional Performance
  • Exceptional Durability
  • Long Term Dependability
  • Designed for Street And Street Strip Applications
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Mr. Gasket – Radiator Cap (Part No.2481)

Radiator Cap

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$16.99
Cap off your radiator with a gleaming chrome plated filler cap. Made to last.

Product Features:
  • Chrome radiator caps
  • Made to last
  • Skin packaged
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Spectre – Water Neck; Chevy (Part No.4727)

Water Neck; Chevy

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$59.99
Spectre’s vertical Chevrolet V8 water neck is designed to give you a water neck for your Chevy V8 engine when running a custom cooling system that needs a vertical water neck. This water neck has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes the bolts and sealing O-ring.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chevy V8 engines
  • Vertical water neck for custom cooling systems
  • Includes bolts and sealing O-ring
  • Chrome plated Easy to install
  • Chrome plated
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Mr. Gasket – Water Outlet Gasket (Part No.738G)

Water Outlet Gasket

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$30.99
Manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber for excellent sealing and durability. Precision die cut for application.

Product Features:
  • Edge molded rubber water outlet gasket is reusable
  • Requires no gasket sealer
  • Solid aluminum carrier for strength/rigidity
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1004)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$52.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Hooker Headers – Super Comp. Header (Part No.2108HKR)

Super Comp. Header

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$548.99
Hooker has a complete line of engine swap headers, front frame mounts and transmission mounts for popular engine swaps. Available for Chevy, Chrysler and Ford small block and big block engines. Hooker swap headers and mounts are designed to provide an exact fit when used together. Hooker swap headers add the extra horsepower and torque the serious enthusiast demands. Hooker Headers are the best single improvement you can make.

Product Features:
  • Long Tube Lengths
  • Long Transition Collectors
  • Monstrous Low-Mid Range Torque
  • Keep Top End Horsepower
  • Provides Finest Fit
  • Most Durable Design Available
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Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Distributor Wiring Harness

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$25.99


Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • Makes Connections Quick And Easy
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Mr. Gasket – Aluminum Valve Cover (Part No.6854)

Aluminum Valve Cover

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$159.99
Mr. Gasket’s aluminum valve covers are precision die cast for light weight and a perfect fit. Beautifully polished to a high luster, they are sure to enhance the appearance of any engine compartment. They feature an extended sealing lip to positively locate and secure the gasket and stop it from moving to eliminate oil leaks. Available with plain or ball- milled tops and include a 1 1/4 inch diameter breather hole, except where noted. Packaged two per set.

Product Features:
  • 0.125 in. Thick
  • Lightweight
  • Precision Die Cast
  • Extended Sealing Lip
  • Stops Gasket From Moving
  • A Perfect Fit
  • Beautifully Polished To A High Luster
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Edelbrock – Replacement Water Pump Cartridge for 1997-04 GM LS1/LS6 Gen III (Part No.8897)

Replacement Water Pump Cartridge for 1997-04 GM LS1/LS6 Gen III

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$232.99
Edelbrock #8897 Water Pump gm gen III ls1 & gen iv ls, replacement insert ideal to prevent overheating in street rods and street machines, as well as in tow rigs and motorhomes. Using state-of-the-art racing technology, Edelbrock has designed these “super

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • Replacement Insert
  • Service Part
  • For Part Number 8896
  • Satin Finish
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0052-1)

RngPnn

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$436.99
RngPnn

Edelbrock – Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7332)

Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$123.99


Product Features:
  • Dial-In Your Camshaft With Ease
  • Made From Induction Hardened Billet Steel
  • Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
  • Billet SAE-1144 Steel Crank Sprockets
  • Multiple Keyways
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Mr. Gasket – Exhaust Gasket Set (Part No.150A)

Exhaust Gasket Set

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$25.99
Mr. Gasket has three types of exhaust gaskets–standard, Ultra Seal, and Copperseal. Use the standard for a stock rebuild and the Ultra or Copperseal for extra blowout protection.

Product Features:
  • High-temperature exhaust material
  • Withstands extreme exhaust heat
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Superior tensile strength
  • Resists deteriorating
  • Provides excellent torque retention
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Edelbrock – Performer 2-0; Intake Manifold (Part No.37611)

Performer 2-0; Intake Manifold

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$590.99


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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1956 Chevrolet Corvette Performance and Racing Products

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Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1956 Chevrolet Corvette

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Popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular FEL-PRO Performance brand products across Performance Engines. All are waiting to get your 1956 Chevrolet Corvette back on the road. Some of the top-rated FEL-PRO Performance products in these categories are:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set
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Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set
Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products


If are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1956 Chevrolet Corvette, and some of our most reviewed parts include:
Super Stock Coil
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Super Stock Coil
Performance Coils

FAQs for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1956 Chevrolet Corvette?

Out of 98 Performance and Racing Products for the 1956 Chevrolet Corvette, the most popular in our inventory are:
Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set
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Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets
Exhaust Gasket Set
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Exhaust Gasket Set
Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
Intake Manifold Gasket for 1958-1986 Small-Block Chevy
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Intake Manifold Gasket for 1958-1986 Small-Block Chevy
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1956 Chevrolet Corvette based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Mechanical Fuel Pump
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Mechanical Fuel Pump
“Used it in my 1930 hot rod.”
Mechanical Fuel Pump
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Mechanical Fuel Pump
“This pump fit my 55 Chevy with plenty of clearance. I’ve run it about 150 miles and had no issues.”
Fuel Pump Block-Off Plate
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Fuel Pump Block-Off Plate
“Fast transaction will do again !!”