1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
Keep Your 1956 Ford Thunderbird in Top Shape with a Quality Performance Engine
When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1956 Ford Thunderbird, choosing high-quality parts is crucial for ensuring your vehicle stays in top shape, whether you’re tackling a repair or enhancing performance. At Advance Auto Parts, we know how important it is to find the right Performance Engine for your Thunderbird. We currently carry a top Performance Engine in stock that is built to last. Whether you’re replacing a damaged Performance Engine or looking to upgrade, our selection for the 1956 Ford Thunderbird ensures you’ll find exactly what you need to keep your vehicle looking and performing its best.
A Reliable Performance Engine from a Trusted Brand
When it comes to trusted Performance Engine brands, we’ve got you covered. Our inventory features a Performance Engine from Edelbrock, a brand you can count on. This Performance Engine starts at just $473.99 and has a rating of 5.0 stars from over 1 customer review. After you purchase your 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine you can scroll below to see options other Ford Thunderbird owners are loving. Even with only one Performance Engine in stock, you can be confident you’re getting the best option available and designed to fit your Thunderbird perfectly, offering both functionality and style.
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And while you’re here, don’t forget to check out related part categories like Performance Distributors and Performance Ignition Products to complete your upgrade or repair project. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re proud to offer the parts and expertise to keep your 1956 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly and looking great.
Find Your Specific 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1956 Ford Thunderbird? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find a Performance Engine from a trusted manufacturer that is a perfect fit for your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Ford Thunderbird. Whether you’re driving a 1956 model or another popular model year like
1989,
1990,
1991,
1992,
1993,
1994,
1995,
1996, and
1997, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Competition Cams Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit, K35-600-4 (Part No.K35-600-4)
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$617.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL33-234-4 (Part No.CL33-234-4)
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$397.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit, K31-226-3 (Part No.K31-226-3)
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$636.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-330-3 (Part No.31-330-3)
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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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-216-2 (Part No.31-216-2)
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$293.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 35-215-3 (Part No.35-215-3)
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$297.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Tri-Power Xtreme 212/222 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve, 102525 (Part No.102525)
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$1004.00
COMP Cams Tri-Power Xtreme modular 2-valve camshafts have been designed to work with the FAST-FLASH programmers to optimize torque and horsepower and improve fuel efficiency. They are available for late model, fuel injected, computer-controlled engines. These 2-valve camshafts feature a hydraulic roller swinging follower design, work with a standard valvetrain, and require no modifications to install.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-603-5 (Part No.31-603-5)
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$366.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 218/224 Hydraulic Roller Cam, 35-351-8 (Part No.35-351-8)
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$577.99
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,
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 35-250-4 (Part No.35-250-4)
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$309.99
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,
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 35-331-4 (Part No.35-331-4)
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$309.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-414-3 (Part No.31-414-3)
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$297.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Performance use. Best with mild converter, headers, 9:1 compression and lower gears. Rough idle.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-230-3 (Part No.31-230-3)
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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,
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-238-3 (Part No.31-238-3)
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$297.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, stock converter, 3.23-4.10 gear.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL35-218-3 (Part No.CL35-218-3)
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$386.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam, 31-250-4 (Part No.31-250-4)
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$309.99
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,
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam, 35-512-8 (Part No.35-512-8)
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$577.99
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,
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL32-246-4 (Part No.CL32-246-4)
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$397.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Mutha’ Thumpr 234/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL34-601-5 (Part No.CL34-601-5)
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$454.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit, K31-216-2 (Part No.K31-216-2)
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$514.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Mutha’ Thumpr 234/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit, K32-601-5 (Part No.K32-601-5)
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$763.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL35-238-3 (Part No.CL35-238-3)
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$386.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 232/240 Hydraulic Roller Cam, 35-522-8 (Part No.35-522-8)
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$577.99
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,
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Torker-Plus Camshaft Kit, 5022 (Part No.5022)
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$463.99
“Edelbrock part No: 5022 Torker-Plus Camshaft is designed for small-block Ford 289-302 V-8 applications. The camshaft works well with Torker II manifolds for performance from 2500 to 6500 rpm, this camshaft is 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. Camshaft Specifications: – Duration at .050 Intake: 214 degrees – Duration at .050 Exhaust: 224 degrees – Lift at Valve Intake: .472″” – Lift at Valve Exhaust: .496″” – Lobe Separation: 112 Degrees – Intake Centerline: 107 Degrees”
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL34-229-4 (Part No.CL34-229-4)
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$397.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit, K32-235-4 (Part No.K32-235-4)
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$707.99
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.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL31-238-3 (Part No.CL31-238-3)
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$386.99
SMALL BLOCK FORD HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, stock converter, 3.23-4.10 gear.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit, CL35-226-3 (Part No.CL35-226-3)
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$386.99
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.
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Popular 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Camshaft and Lifter Kit for 1956 Ford Thunderbirds
Enhance your 1956 Ford Thunderbird with this popular Performance Camshaft and Lifter Kit we have in stock, for $473.99.
Edelbrock – Edelbrock Camshaft and Lifter Kit, 7122 (Part No.7122)
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$473.99
“Edelbrock part No: 7122 Performer RPM Camshaft is designed for small-block Ford 289-302 V-8 applications. This Edelbrock cam kit produced 367 HP & 340 ft-lbs. of torque when used with No: 7121 intake and No: 60259 cylinder heads on a 302 engine. The camshaft works well with high-performance’s street applications, Performer RPM cams provide power from 1500 to 6500 rpm. This hydraulic lifter camshaft is dyno-matched to Performer RPM manifolds for high-rpm horsepower while still maintaining acceptable low-end torque. With 10 to 12 inches of manifold vacuum at idle, Performer RPM cams have more lift and duration than most street camshafts. Hydraulic flat tappet lifters are included with each Performer RPM camshaft. Camshaft Specifications: – Duration at .050 Intake: 224 degrees – Duration at .050 Exhaust: 234 degrees – Lift at Valve Intake: .496″” – Lift at Valve Exhaust: .520″” – Lobe Separation: 112 Degrees – Intake Centerline: 107 Degrees – Idle Vacuum at 1000 RPM’s: 11″””
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Top-Rated Performance Engine Brands For Your 1956 Ford Thunderbird
When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Engine for your 1956 Ford Thunderbird, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with our Performance Engine from Edelbrock. This popular brand is known for its exceptional customer ratings and competitive prices, under $473.99. Purchasing a Performance Engine from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1956 Ford Thunderbird, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.
A Reliable Edelbrock Performance Engine For Your 1956 Ford Thunderbird
If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Engine for your 1956 Ford Thunderbird, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our Edelbrock Performance Engines. This Performance Engine has both durability and a precision fit. Coming in at only $473.99, this is the perfect Performance Engine for your needs and budget. Edelbrock Performance Engines for the 1956 Ford Thunderbird come highly rated, with over 1 customer reviews. Choosing a Edelbrock Performance Engine from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
FAQs for 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
What’s the price range for 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines?
We currently have just one Performance Engines for the 1956 Ford Thunderbird in stock: Edelbrock Camshaft and Lifter Kit, 7122 and it costs $473.99.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Ford Thunderbird model years?
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1956 Ford models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 10 other popular 1956 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1956 Sunliner Performance Engines, 1956 Skyliner Performance Engines, 1956 Ranch Wagon Performance Engines, 1956 Park Lane Wagon Performance Engines, and 1956 Mainline Performance Engines.
What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1956 Ford Thunderbird?
The one 1956 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine we have in stock is the Edelbrock Camshaft and Lifter Kit, 7122. It is rated 5 stars and costs $473.99.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1956 Ford Thunderbird?
We currently have just 1 Performance Engine in stock for a 1956 Ford Thunderbird, and as of 8/2/26, it is a Performance Camshaft and Lifter Kit.
Can I get help with 1956 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.