1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines
Keep Your 1961 Oldsmobile 98 in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1961 Oldsmobile 98 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Rocker Arms, Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats, and Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets. 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 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $90.63, with a range that starts at $27.99 and goes up to $277.99. With 7 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, Ultra Seal: Head Gasket, and ENGINE ROCKER ARM start at just $31.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Ignition Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1961 Oldsmobile 98 in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1961 Oldsmobile 98? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit 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 Oldsmobile 98. Whether you’re driving a 1961 model or another popular model year like
1988,
1989,
1990,
1991,
1992,
1993,
1994,
1995, and
1996, 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 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1016)
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$54.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- 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.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1155)
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$85.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printo seal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
- STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Oldsmobile (Part No.7340)
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$61.99
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- 4.25 in. Cylinder Bore Diameter
- 0.042 in. Thickness
- 9.8cc Volume
- Gray Color
- Two Piece Configuration
Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Oldsmobile (Part No.7373)
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$130.99
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- Head: 4.250″ Bore/0.042″ Thick/9.8cc Vol.
- Intake: 1.44″x2.44″ Port/.060″ Thick
- Exhaust: 1.95″x1.56″ Port
- 3/16″ Valve Cover
- Multi Piece Configuration
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1000)
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$61.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- 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.
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5788G)
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$87.99
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.
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- Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
- Graphite core has excellent thermo-conductivity-transfers 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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)
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$29.49
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 160 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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)
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$29.99
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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$31.99
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 195 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
Popular 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Rocker Arms for 1961 Oldsmobile 98s
Enhance your 1961 Oldsmobile 98 with one of the 3 Performance Engine Rocker Arms we have in stock, starting at just $27.99.
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.17044-16)
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$277.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Competition Cams – HIGH ENRGY ALUM ROCK (Part No.17044-8)
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$148.99
HIGH ENRGY ALUM ROCK
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.17044-1)
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$27.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Best-Selling 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
Upgrade your 98 with one of our 3 best-selling Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats, earning an average 4 stars rating across 32 reviews.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)
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$29.99
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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)
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$29.49
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 160 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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$31.99
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 195 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
Top-Quality Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets for 1961 Oldsmobile 98s
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gasket for Oldsmobile 98s and enjoy top-notch performance from $87.99.
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5788G)
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$87.99
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 4.230 inch, Compressed thickness 0.038 inch
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- Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
- Graphite core has excellent thermo-conductivity-transfers 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
FAQs for 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1961 Oldsmobile 98s?
Out of 7 Performance Engines that fit 1961 Oldsmobile 98s, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $31.99
- Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (10649155) – $87.99
- ENGINE ROCKER ARM (50272515) – $277.99
What’s the price range for 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1961 Oldsmobile 98 range from $27.99 up to $277.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1961 Oldsmobile 98?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1961 Oldsmobile 98 is $90.63. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Oldsmobile 98 model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1961 Oldsmobile 98?
The cheapest 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines we carry are:
- ENGINE ROCKER ARM (50272407) – $27.99
- High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (17360031) – $29.49
- High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (17360033) – $29.99
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $31.99
- Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (10649155) – $87.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1961 Oldsmobile models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 4 other popular 1961 Oldsmobile models. Some of the most popular are 1961 F85 Performance Engines, 1961 Starfire Performance Engines, 1961 Dynamic Performance Engines, 1961 Fiesta Performance Engines, and 1961 Super 88 Performance Engines.
What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1961 Oldsmobile 98?
The one 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engine we have in stock is the ENGINE ROCKER ARM. It costs $27.99.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1961 Oldsmobile 98?
As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1961 Oldsmobile 98:
Can I get help with 1961 Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Oldsmobile Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Oldsmobile 98 Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.