1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products

Accel – Super Stock Coil (Part No.8140)

Super Stock Coil

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ACCEL’s super stock is the high-performance replacement for OE canister style coils. Improves starting, idle, throttle response and top RPM power. Works with OE ignitions and computers. Alkyd tower prevents flash over. Uses OE leads. Comes in chrome.

Product Features:
  • 42000 Volts
  • Effective To 6500 RPM
  • Quicker Starting
  • Improved Throttle Response
  • Higher RPM Power
  • Can Finished In Yellow
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MSD Ignition – Coil; Blaster 2; High Performance (Part No.8202)

Coil; Blaster 2; High Performance

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If you are looking to upgrade your stock coil, or want to compliment the performance of your MSD blaster ignition, MSD 5, 6 or 7, the blaster coil line is the right choice. All of the blaster coils are designed for improved spark output. Special 100:1 windings are used to provide maximum build-up of voltage. These windings are held secure and kept cool in an oil filled metal canister. The tower assembly is molded of durable alkyd material due to its high dielectric characteristics while wide spaced brass primary terminals prevent the possibility of spark. There are several versions of the blaster coil available. All of them have the same internal specifications, but have different housings or components. Each blaster coil can be used with a stock ignition, blaster ignition, MSD 5, 6 or 7 ignition control. Most late model vehicles with electronic ignitions do not require a ballast resistor, check your ignition and manufacturers specifications to determine if a ballast is required in your application.

Product Features:
  • Improved output coil for electronic ignitions
  • Works w/Blaster Ignition Or MSD 5/6/7 Series
  • Ballast Resistor Required If Used w/Stock Points Ignition
  • Alkyd tower w/high dielectric properties lessens carbon tracking
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Accel – Super Coil Ignition Coil (Part No.140001)

Super Coil Ignition Coil

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These coils feature advanced bobbin technology, highly specialized silicone magnetic steel cores, along with optimized winding, resistance and turns ratios to delivery 10-15 percent more energy than the OEM coils. Specialized high temperature epoxy resist

Product Features:
  • Oil Filled For Better Cooling
  • Optimized Low Resistance
  • Silicon Magnetic Steel E-Core
  • Higher Energy/Voltage Outputs
  • Quicker Starts
  • Improved Idle Quality
  • Resists Shock And Vibration
  • Resists Corrosion
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Mallory – Distributor Drive Gear (Part No.29425)

Distributor Drive Gear

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$99.99
Mallory distributor gears are precision machined from alloy steel in our factory to exact original equipment specs. For use with cast flat tappet hydraulic/mechanical cams and austempered ductile iron roller cams.

Product Features:
  • Replacement Distributor Gear
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Gear; AMC V8; Iron (Part No.8005)

Distributor Gear; AMC V8; Iron

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$88.99
This gear test fixture features variable rpm and oil pressure control allowing MSD engineers the ability to maintain the exact conditions that they want for gear tests. Severe loads can be placed on the gear and the fixture can spin up to 10,000 rpm. Features increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60). Micro polished surface for smooth contact. Proprietary formulated ductile iron. Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear. Interstitial carbide concentration improves wear resistance and running properties.

Product Features:
  • Increased outer hardened layer thickness (RC 55-60)
  • Micro Polished Surface For Smooth Contact
  • Proprietary formulated ductile iron.
  • Melonite QPQ coated reduces friction and initial wear
  • Interstitial carbide improves wear resistance/running properties
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Mr. Gasket – Radiator Cap (Part No.2481)

Radiator Cap

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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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Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470S)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$54.99
Knowing your coolant temperature can help to prevent burn injuries. Thermo Cap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature. This is useful information prior to cap removal. Never attempt to remove Thermo Cap when the coolant temperature is very hot. The escaping hot coolant and steam may burn you. Check the Thermo Cap temperature indicator to determine if the coolant is cool enough to make removing Thermo Cap safe. If the coolant is very hot, then thoroughly rinse the radiator with cool water, until the coolant temperature drops into a cooler safe zone Thermo Cap’s integrated coolant reclamation valve works great with your coolant recovery system. Your radiator can reclaim coolant from your overflow bottle. Wide 30 degree to 270 degree Fahrenheit temperature range. Calibrated in centigrade and Fahrenheit. Color-coded temperature ranges. Chromed crown with a colored trim ring. Indicates coolant temperature, Helps to prevent coolant injuries, integrated coolant reclamation valve, Improves under hood appearance, Fits most domestic or import vehicles and various valve pressures available.

Product Features:
  • Indicates coolant temperature
  • Helps to prevent coolant injuries
  • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
  • Improves under hood appearance
  • Fits most domestic vehicles
  • Built in calibrated thermometer
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Edelbrock – Performer 1403 Carburetor: 500 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet (Part No.1403)

Performer 1403 Carburetor: 500 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet

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The Edelbrock 1403 Performer Series 500 CFM electric choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characterist

Product Features:
  • Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
  • Electric Choke
  • 4 Barrel Count
  • Square Bore
  • Smooth Secondary Transition
  • Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
  • Includes PCV Outlet
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Edelbrock – Thunder Carburetor #18024 500 CFM, Single Calibration, Manual Choke, EnduraShine (Part No.18024)

Thunder Carburetor #18024 500 CFM, Single Calibration, Manual Choke, EnduraShine

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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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Edelbrock – Performer 1400 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet (Part No.1400)

Performer 1400 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet

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The Edelbrock 1400 Performer Series 600 CFM electric choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characterist

Product Features:
  • Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
  • Electric Choke
  • 4 Barrel Count
  • Square Bore
  • Electric Choke Installed from Factory
  • Smooth Secondary Transition
  • Includes Only Timed Vacuum Port
  • Includes EGR ; Fuel Vapor Outlet
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Edelbrock – Performer 1412 Carburetor: 800 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Manual Choke Inlet (Part No.1412)

Performer 1412 Carburetor: 800 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Manual Choke Inlet

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$538.99
The Edelbrock 1412 Performer Series 800 CFM manual choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characteristics make the 1412 Performer Series 800 CFM manual choke carburetor an outstanding street performer. The first one is that metering rods are utilized to transition between circuits. The carburetor is unaffected by engine backfires, which means that there are no power valves to blow out, and the rods can be changed in seconds without carburetor removal or fuel draining. Secondly, the carburetor has the unique ability to “hold a tune”, so once it is tuned, the carburetor stay’s tuned. What this means to you is that compared to other carburetors, the performance remains consistent and the calibration stays unchanged. The lightweight all-aluminum body features a two-piece body that resists warping and is compatible with gasohol and blended fuels. The simple tub-type bowls and rear-pivot floats all contribute to a carburetor that’s reliable, user-friendly and is easily tunable for miles and miles of trouble-free operation. Dyno tests proved that the EPS 800 carb outperformed a Holley #3310 carb out-of-the-box by 26 ft-lbs. of torque and 22 hp on a small-block Chevy engine equipped with an Edelbrock Performer RPM power package

Product Features:
  • Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
  • Manual Choke
  • 4 Barrel Count
  • Square Bore
  • Smooth Secondary Transition
  • Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
  • Includes PCV Outlet
  • Can Easily Calibrate with Rods and Jets
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Accel – Contact And Condenser Kit (Part No.8104)

Contact And Condenser Kit

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Regain horsepower and economy for your street machine with new contact and condenser kit. Large tungsten contacts provide crisp coil firing and perform solidly up to 5,000 RPM. Condenser’s special winding protects from pitting of point contacts. Heavy duty 23 ounce points.

Product Features:
  • High Performance Points and Condenser
  • With Integral Conductor
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Accel – Contact And Condenser Kit (Part No.8101)

Contact And Condenser Kit

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$51.99
Regain horsepower and economy for your street machine with new contact and condenser kit. Large tungsten contacts provide crisp coil firing and perform solidly up to 5,000 RPM. Condenser’s special winding protects from pitting of point contacts. Heavy duty 23 ounce points.

Product Features:
  • High Performance Points and Condenser
  • With Integral Conductor
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Accel – High Performance Contact Set 32 Oz (Part No.110128)

High Performance Contact Set 32 Oz

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ACCEL high-performance 32 ounce points resist point float up to 6,500 RPM. Extra-thick contact arms prevent flexing. Large tungsten contacts provide crisp circuit-breaking for peak coil output. Phenolic rubbing blocks endure heavy spring loads.

Product Features:
  • Extra Thick Contact Arms
  • Large Radius Tungsten Contacts
  • High Strength Phenolic Rubbing Blocks
  • Prevents Points Float
  • Moisture-Proof Buna-N Condenser
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Mallory – Kit (Part No.401)

Kit

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Kit

Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8124)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8120)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8330)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$56.99
ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.

Product Features:
  • Offers Superior Protection From Arc-Thru and Crossfire
  • Features 60K V Rated Alkyd Compound
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Pan Bolt Kit (Part No.6087)

Oil Pan Bolt Kit

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$25.99
The special self locking oil pan bolts, use a smaller-than-standard hex head is ideal for tight spaces. Because of the hex flange head design, it will not fall back into the socket wrench, allowing for easier installation. Special under head serrations prevent loosening and the wide flange head distributes uniform clamping pressure for an ultra gasket seal. Bolts are zinc plated, grade 5.

Product Features:
  • Ideal For Tight Spaces
  • Serrations Prevent Loosening
  • Flange Distributes Pressure
  • Zinc Plated Bolts
  • Grade 5 Material
  • Easy Installation
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Mallory – Unilite Breakerless Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.501)

Unilite Breakerless Ignition Conversion Kit

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$113.99
Put an end to high maintenance point ignition systems by installing a proven Mallory Unilite ignition conversion kit. Features at a glance, improves performance and fuel efficiency, easy to install with simple hand tools, reduced maintenance and is available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • Easy Installation
  • Improved Fuel Economy
  • Reduced Maintenance
  • Accurate Timing
  • Improved Performance
  • Provides A Simple Conversion
  • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
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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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1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1961 AMC Ambassador to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Performance and Racing Products. With 18 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $14.99 to $464.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1961 AMC Ambassador.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 5 different brands like Accel, Edelbrock, and Mr. Gasket. 1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products start as low as $14.99!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Performance and Racing Products is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 98 extensive product reviews on 1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products. Some of the top-rated Performance and Racing Products products we carry are Coil; Blaster 2; High Performance with 4.3 stars and Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) with 3.8 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Performance and Racing Products from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Performance and Racing Products inventory for your 1961 AMC Ambassador below to get started!

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1961 AMC Ambassador

Trusted Performance and Racing Products OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1961 AMC Ambassador running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Accel, Edelbrock, Mr. Gasket, and even more.

Popular Mallory Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular Mallory brand products across Performance Ignition Products. All are waiting to get your 1961 AMC Ambassador back on the road. Some of the top-rated Mallory products in these categories are:
Unilite Breakerless Ignition Conversion Kit
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Unilite Breakerless Ignition Conversion Kit
Performance Ignition Parts

Top-Rated Accel Performance and Racing Products


If Accel are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Accel brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1961 AMC Ambassador, and some of our most reviewed Accel parts include:
Super Stock Coil
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Super Stock Coil
Performance Coils
Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
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Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
Performance Distributor Cap and Rotor Kits
Contact And Condenser Kit
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Contact And Condenser Kit
Performance Points and Condensers

FAQs for 1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 AMC Ambassador?

Out of 18 Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 AMC Ambassador, the most popular in our inventory are:
Thermocap Radiator Cap
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Thermocap Radiator Cap
Performance Radiator Caps
Super Coil Ignition Coil
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Super Coil Ignition Coil
Performance Coils

What are the top-rated 1961 AMC Ambassador Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1961 AMC Ambassador based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Coil; Blaster 2; High Performance
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Coil; Blaster 2; High Performance
“MATCHED PERFECT TO OLD UNIT”
Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)
from $397.99
(5)
Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)
“easy to install all the gaskets and parts came with it”
Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
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Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
“Great product and good price”