1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines

Name: Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95
Brand: Edelbrock
SKU: 5794
Price: 151.99 USD
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

Find your specific 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air original or aftermarket Performance Engines below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.

Essential 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines

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Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks are black oxide coated. Non-rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

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Complete Kit: Includes Retainers And Locks
Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
Includes Superior Quality Steel Retainers
Includes 7 deg. Heat-Treated Valve Stem Locks
Retainers and Locks Black Oxide Coated
Non-Rotator Style: Dyno Tested and Street Proven
Great Match to Edelbrock Camshaft Kit

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

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Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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$95.99

Valve spring retainers for use OE cast iron heads. Superior quality heat-treated steel. Machined for strength with black oxide finish. Finish ensures rust and corrosion protection.

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Valve Spring Retainers for Use OE Cast Iron Heads
Superior Quality Heat-Treated Steel
Machined for Strength with Black Oxide Finish
Finish Ensures Rust and Corrosion Protection

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Chrome water neck with a swivel top allows you to place your coolant hose where you want it to be, not just where the neck allows. Precision die cast for better fitment, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.

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Chrome Plated Aluminum
O-ring To Prevent Leaks
Swivels For Hard To Fit Applications
Comes With Allen Head Bolts

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Any gasket can create a seal, but a good gasket can do it with reduced clamping force and for a long period of time. Edelbrock gaskets are manufactured from extremely high-quality materials and are specifically designed to fit Edelbrock intakes and cylinder heads, so there’s no chance that they will interfere with component operation.

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10-Pack of 7201 Intake Gasket Sets

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Edelbrock #88503 Water Pump big block Chevy short black 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 cooling” Water Pu

Product Features:

Standard Impeller Rotation
0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
5.750 in. Block To Hub Height
Black Finish

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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, the Thumpr series’ early i

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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.

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These grade 5 hex head bolts are brite zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes twelve (12) 3/8 inch-16 x 1 inch bolts & washers

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Zinc plated to resist corrosion and provide a clean professional appearance
Made from Grade 5 steel for strength and durability
Flat washers provide uniform clamp load and prevent galling on aluminum intake manifolds
Allen (socket) Head
Zinc Plated For Protection

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Product Features:

Case-Hardened Tubing
Welded Ends
5/16 in. Diameter
Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates

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

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Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

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Opens At 180 Degrees
Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
High Flow

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Dowel pins are precision machined and case hardened for accurate head alignment. Two per set. 5/16 inch x 5/8 inch

Product Features:

Precision Machined
Case Hardened
Give Accurate Alignment
2 Per Set

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Big Block Chevrolet tubular head dowel, .638/.639 inch o.d. (outer diameter) by 1/2 inch. Packaged two per set. These hard to find dowel pins are precision machined then case hardened for accurate alignment in engine assembly.

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Precision Machined
Case Hardened
Give Accurate Alignment
2 Per Set

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$29.99

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Timing Chain Only

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$42.49

With Mr. Gasket cam degree bushings you fine tune the camshaft timing of your engine to as little as 1 degree. Even aftermarket timing sets with multiple keyways can’t give the range of adjustment these bushings allow. Retard your camshaft to lower the powerband for more low end torque and midrange horsepower, or advance for more top end power. This kit does even number adjustment 0-8 degrees.

Product Features:

Advance the cam for increased torque and horsepower
Tune your powerband for more end torque or increase top end horsepower
Includes (4) offset bushings and (1) 0 degree bushing
Cam sprocket dowel pin hole must be drilled to .406¿ (13/32¿) dia.
Cam sprocket dowel pin hole must be drilled to .406┐ (13/32┐) dia.
Increase Top-End Horsepower

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

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Rigid core, molded silicone rubber gaskets utilize the one-piece molded rubber technology for a perfect fit, ease of installation and include compression limiters to prevent overtightening.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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

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Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

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(16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
Shank O.D. .540″
Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
High-Quality Grade Steel
Heat-Treated For Ex Strength
Plated With Durable Gold Tone Finish

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These are high quality nuts with allen set screws to provide you with that positive lock needed for Race or original equipment Rocker Arms.

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They Are Zinc Dichromate Plated Steel
They Have Black Oxide Coated Set Screws
Keeps Rocker Arms Positively Locked
(16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
Shank O.D. .603″

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Edelbrock part #6998 Front Timing Cover Gasket set for Big-Block Chevy. Includes front cover gasket and front seal.

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Includes replacement timing cover and water pump gaskets and the crank oil seal for big block Chevrolet engines
Features a tough, scuff-resistant silicone rubber coating
Helps in sealing without the engine warming up
Reduces fluid migration through the gasket
Resists fatigue

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

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Steel core gasket construction
Exclusive design permits significantly faster gasket installation while eliminating potential sealing leak paths.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Head Gaskets are a five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction. The graphite core has excellent thermoconductivity (transfers heat) away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out. They provide excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance. A high temperature silicone coating ensures sealing of engine fluids. Compatible with cast iron or aluminum heads, they will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads. Suitable for high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold individually.brbrGasket Bore 4.130 inch, Compressed thickness 0.055 inch

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Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
Graphite core is excellent transfering heat away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out.
Provides excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance
Coated with high temperature silicone to ensure sealing of engine fluids
Will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads
For high performance street, drag race and oval track use
Compatible w/High Octane Fuel
Compatible With Exotic Fuel

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Mr. Gasket Steel Shim Cylinder Head Gaskets are for high performance street machines, drag racing and oval track racing. With today’s extreme compression ratios you need stronger more durable gaskets. Mr. Gasket steel shim gaskets are made from .020 inch steel shim stock which is thinner than most composite gaskets increasing engine compression. Stress formed embossments will seal the extreme cylinder pressure.

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Manufactured from .020″ steel shim stock.
Thinner than composition head gaskets – increases engine compression.
Stress formed embossments seal extreme cylinder pressures.
For high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

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Product Features:

High Rise/Dual Plane Design For Maximum Torque
Fully CNC Machined For A Perfect Fit
Square Bore Carburetor Flange
Exhaust Crossover For Improved Street Drivability
Permanent Mold Casting Process
Lighter/Smoother/Better Looking
More Consistent Castings

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For 3500 to 7500 PRM. Use where low-end torque is not a prime factor. Great for engines with slightly modified heads. HEI ignition will not clear manifold. Street machines, street rods, pro-street and marine.

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For 3500 to 7500 RPM
Use Where Low-End Torque is Not a Prime Factor
Great For Engines w/Slightly Modified Heads
Top Has Vacuum Outlet for Power Brakes
Will Accept Forward and Sideways Mounted Carbs
Carburetor Center-to-Center Dimensions 8.875 in
HEI Ignition Will Not Clear Manifold
For Street Mach.; Street Rods; Pro-Street; Marine

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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

Popular 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines Categories

Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

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Performance Water Outlets

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components

Performance Engine Valve Springs

Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Camshaft and Lifter Kits

Performance Engine Rocker Arms

Performance Engine Camshafts

Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets

Performance Intake Manifold Hardware

Performance Engine Main Bearing Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Installation Kits

Performance Engine Timing Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Push Rods

Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 66 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $14.99 to $999.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 6 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air. Mr. Gasket, Edelbrock, and FEL-PRO Performance are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Performance Engines for your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 103 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Action Plus Water Pumps with 3.7 stars and Action Plus Water Pumps with 1.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Engines make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Bel Air the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Competition Cams Performance Engines

We carry Competition Cams parts in our stock across Performance Engine Rocker Arms categories, plus more. For a 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air, our most popular Competition Cams Performance Engines include:

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MAGNUM ROLLER ROCKERS, SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 1.52 1 ST

Performance Engine Rocker Arms

Top 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Mr. Gasket products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:

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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

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Water Neck

Performance Water Outlets

FAQs for 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air?

Out of 66 Performance Engines for the 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air, the most popular in our inventory are:

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Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy

Performance Intake Manifolds

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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air based on customer reviews/ratings are:

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Action Plus Water Pumps

“I bought this item for my 1979 Camaro SBC for Street/Strip application. Water pump weighs 4 LBS less than factory, comes with its own cork gaskets. N”

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Action Plus Water Pumps

“The twisted neck comes to far up on the hub. For a 2 groove pulley it causes the pulley to hit the water pump. You will also need new bolts for the”

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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

“Perfect fit”

1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines

More 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines

Essential 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 (Part No.5794)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1640)

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9721)

Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.9141G)

Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1958-1986 Small-Block Chevy (Part No.72018)

Edelbrock – Water Pump Big-Block Chevy Short/Standard in Black Finish (Part No.88503)

Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 291 MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC ROLLER 1 EA (Part No.12-601-8)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolt Set – Chevrolet Small Block – Socket Head 3/8"-16 X 1" Bolts & Washers (Part No.956G)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9630)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET (Part No.2912)

Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4377)

Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

Mr. Gasket – Advance And Retard Cam Bushings (Part No.85)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1884 R)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1819)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.923G)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)

Edelbrock – Front Timing Cover Gasket Set #6998 For Big-Block Chevy, With Front Seal (Part No.6998)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Timing Cover Gasket (Part No.2335)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5799G)

Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1130G)

Weiand – Stealth; Intake Manifold (Part No.8150P)

Edelbrock – Street Tunnel Ram Small Block Chevy Intake Manifold (Part No.7110)

Edelbrock – Torker-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-1986 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.5002)

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