1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts
Keep Your 1961 Checker Marathon in Top Shape with Quality Camshafts
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Camshaft, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1961 Checker Marathon looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Camshaft and Lifter Kits and Camshaft Bearings. 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 1961 Checker Marathon Camshaft at Advance Auto Parts is around $267.99, with a range that starts at $51.99 and goes up to $375.99. With 2 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Engine Camshaft Bearing Set and Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8 start at just $51.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Camshaft, don’t forget to check out other key components like Engine Gaskets and Seals and Engine Timing Parts. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1961 Checker Marathon in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts
Looking for the perfect Camshaft for your 1961 Checker Marathon? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Camshafts that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Camshafts, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Checker Marathon. Whether you’re driving a 1961 model or another popular model year like
1974,
1975,
1976,
1977,
1978,
1979,
1980,
1981, and
1982, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Camshafts 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 Camshafts that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1463M)
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$32.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1749M)
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$49.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- A-Series bi-metal aluminum alloy
- Greater seizure resistance than tri-metal material
- Dramatically reduces or eliminates bearing wear
- Made with silicon to provide greater surface hardness
- Silicon particles help polish crankshaft journal to further reduce wear during operation
- Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1235M 1)
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$30.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1557M)
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$36.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1750M)
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$60.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1235M)
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$49.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1484M)
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$51.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Competition Cams – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-450-8)
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$1152.99
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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- 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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-412-8)
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$1152.99
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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- 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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 236/242 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-433-8)
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$1152.99
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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- 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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-423-8)
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$1152.99
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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- 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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-460-8)
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$1152.99
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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- 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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-422-8)
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$1152.99
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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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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 242/248 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-443-8)
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$1152.99
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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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.
Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-213-3)
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$338.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Magnum: Street/strip special, 3000 stall, headers, gears, 9.5:1+ compression. Very rough idle. OR Drag Race: 3000+ stall in heavy car with 10:1+ compression.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Street/strip special, 3000 stall, headers, gears, 9.5:1+ compression. Very rough idle. OR Drag Race: 3000+ stall in heavy car with 10:1+ compression.
- 292/292 Advertised Duration, 244/244 Duration @ .050″, .501″/.501″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-246-3)
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$338.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Very strong mid-range torque and throttle response, 2200+ stall.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Very strong mid-range torque and throttle response, 2200+ stall.
- 274/286 Advertised Duration, 230/236 Duration @ .050″, .490″/.490″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-601-8)
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$1152.99
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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- 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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-234-2)
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$305.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.
- 256/268 Advertised Duration, 212/218 Duration @ .050″, .447″/.454″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-238-2)
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$305.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, noticeable idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, noticeable idle.
- 262/270 Advertised Duration, 218/224 Duration @ .050″, .462″/.469″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-211-2)
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$305.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
- 270/270 Advertised Duration, 224/224 Duration @ .050″, .470″/.470″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam K-Kit (Part No.K12-600-8)
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$1745.99
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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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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-212-2)
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$305.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Magnum: Great for street machines. Needs 2200+ stall, headers and gears. Rough idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Great for street machines. Needs 2200+ stall, headers and gears. Rough idle.
- 280/280 Advertised Duration, 230/230 Duration @ .050″, .480″/.480″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8 (Part No.2177)
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$375.99Product Features:
- Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
- Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
- Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
- Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
- Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
- Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-408-8)
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$1152.99
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:
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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.
Popular 1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts Categories
Most Popular Camshaft and Lifter Kit for 1961 Checker Marathons
Enhance your 1961 Checker Marathon with this popular Camshaft and Lifter Kit we have in stock, for $375.99.
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8 (Part No.2177)
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$375.99Product Features:
- Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
- Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
- Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
- Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
- Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
- Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
Best-Selling 1961 Checker Marathon Camshaft Bearing
Upgrade your Marathon with our best-selling Camshaft Bearing.
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1484M)
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$51.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
FAQs for 1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts
What are the best-selling Camshafts for 1961 Checker Marathons?
Out of 2 Camshafts that fit 1961 Checker Marathons, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (3701573) – $51.99
- Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8 (5026520) – $375.99
What’s the price range for 1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts?
The prices of Camshafts for the 1961 Checker Marathon range from $51.99 up to $375.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Camshaft for a 1961 Checker Marathon?
The average price for Camshafts for the 1961 Checker Marathon is $267.99. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Camshaft category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Camshafts for other Checker Marathon model years?
What are the cheapest Camshafts for my 1961 Checker Marathon?
The cheapest 1961 Checker Marathon Camshafts we carry are:
- Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (3701573) – $51.99
- Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8 (5026520) – $375.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Camshafts for any other 1961 Checker models?
Yes. We stock Camshafts for 1 other popular 1961 Checker models. Some of the most popular are 1961 Aerobus Camshafts and 1961 Taxicab Camshafts.
What types of Camshafts do you sell for my 1961 Checker Marathon?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Camshafts for a 1961 Checker Marathon:
Can I get help with 1961 Checker Marathon Camshaft orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Checker Camshafts and more.
What is your return policy for Checker Marathon Camshafts?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Checker Marathon Camshafts and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.