1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products
Find Your Specific 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products
Below you will find various in-demand Plymouth Performance and Racing Products, components and accessories for your 1961 Valiant. Advance Auto Parts has popular Valiant parts like Performance Ignition Products, Performance Drivetrains, Performance Wheels and more. You’ll also find aftermarket and OEM Performance and Racing Products for other Valiant model years including
1968,
1969,
1970,
1971,
1972,
1973,
1974,
1975,
1976 and more. Select a category of 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products below and start saving instantly.
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Essential Performance and Racing Products for 1961 Plymouth Valiants
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-602-4)
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$1175.99
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 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-222-3)
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$344.99
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.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4367)
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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 180 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- 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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$32.49
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 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
Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)
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$95.99
Mallory’s UNILITE (R), and magnetic breaker less ignition modules are self contained module assemblies which have no moving parts to wear out. Using Mallory’s time tested breaker less ignition circuit, combined with modern surface mount thermal-clad construction, these ignition modules can drive both OEM and high performance ignition coils. For best results always use a Mallory PROMASTER coil or a Mallory chrome electronic ignition coil. These are also an excellent choice for triggering one of the Mallory HyFire series of electronic ignition controls. Hookup is as easy as a three wire connection.
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- Service Part
- No Moving Parts To Wear Out
- Self Contained Unit
- Can Drive OEM
- Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils
Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)
Motive Gear – Drive Shaft Pinion Yoke (Part No.MG1350-8759)
MSD Ignition – Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade (Part No.8202)
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$55.99
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.
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- 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
Mallory – Promaster Classic Series; Ignition Coil (Part No.29440)
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$204.99
Universal street and strip. For street-driven vehicles with breaker point ignition or OE electronic ignition. Delivers optimum performance when used with these Mallory ignition products: UNILITE (R) distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, magnetic breaker less distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, or dual point distributor. Effective to approximately 6500 RPM when used with a point type distributor (depending on engine combination). Effective to approximately 8000 RPM when used with a Mallory HYFIRE electronic ignition control (depending on engine combination).
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- Glass Filled Polyester Case
- Longer Spark Duration
- Increased Performance
- No Energy Loss Due To Arcing
- Includes Brass Contact Terminal
Mallory – Distributor Condenser (Part No.401)
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$19.29
Distributor Condenser
Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0058-1)
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$398.99
RngPnn
Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0046-1)
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$342.99
RngPnn
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.C887391L)
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$264.99Product Features:
- CHRY 9BLT 8.75 LATE R/P 3.91 MGP 29SP USE MG7260-C875/MG1350-C87529
Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0047-1)
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$342.99
RngPnn
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.C887355M)
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$257.99Product Features:
- CHRY 10BLT 8.75 EARLY R/P 3.55 MGP 29SP USE MG7260-C875/MG1350-C87529
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.C887410L)
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.C887373M)
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$257.99Product Features:
- CHRY 10BLT 8.75 EARLY R/P 3.73 MGP 29SP USE MG7260-C875/MG1350-C87529
Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0061-1)
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$360.99
RngPnn
Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0048-1)
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$342.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!
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- For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
- The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
- Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
- Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
- Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
Mr. Gasket – Dust Cap (Part No.2485)
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$14.29
If you have custom steel or mag wheels that are not designed without a provision for a center cap, you’re probably looking at an ugly stock dust cap in the center of your front wheels. This chrome dust cap fixes that problem, and is a direct replacement for stock cap 1.790 inches in diameter. Two per set.
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- Chrome Plated Steel
- Set of 2 Caps
- Easy Installation
- 2 Per Set
Upgrade your 1961 Plymouth Valiant with Top-Quality Performance and Racing Products
When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1961 Plymouth Valiant, nothing is more important than using high-quality OEM or aftermarket parts that you can trust. Whether you’re repairing damage to your Plymouth or enhancing its overall performance, Performance and Racing Products are key to keeping your Valiant functioning at its best. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer a wide selection of 12 Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 Plymouth Valiant, designed to meet your needs without breaking the bank.
From
Performance Ignition Product
replacements to
Performance Drivetrains
upgrades, we’ve got you covered with parts that fit your vehicle perfectly and ensure long-lasting performance.
Affordable Prices and Wide Selection
Shopping for Performance and Racing Products for any vehicle can be a hassle, especially if you’re on a budget. But with Advance Auto Parts, you can find high-quality Performance and Racing Products for your 1961 Plymouth Valiant at great prices.
Our Performance and Racing Products inventory for this model
ranges from just $14.29 to $635.99, with
an average price of $151.41.
Our 12 Performance and Racing Products in stock come from 5 trusted brands, so you’re sure to find the right part for your 1961 Plymouth Valiant without overspending.
Top Brands and High Customer Satisfaction
Advance Auto Parts takes pride in offering only the best brands in the automotive industry. For your 1961 Plymouth Valiant, we stock popular OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products from top names
like Mallory MSD Ignition, and more.
Mallory Performance and Racing Products
start at just $95.99 and boast an impressive 4.9 stars average rating from customers.
With 46 customer reviews and counting, our 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products have a strong track record of reliability, ensuring you can trust your purchase.
Explore Related Parts and More
While you’re here, don’t forget to check out other essential categories that go hand in hand with Performance and Racing Product upgrades. Explore related part types like Batteries and Chargers, Fluids and Chemicals
and more to make sure your 1961 Plymouth Valiant is always ready to roll. We’re committed to providing you with everything you need to keep your Valiant in top shape, all in one place.
Start shopping confidently below for your 1961 Plymouth Valiant!
Best-Selling Performance Ignition Products for 1961 Plymouth Valiants
Enhance the driving experience in your Plymouth with 4 quality Performance Ignition Product components, starting at $19.29.
Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)
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$95.99
Mallory’s UNILITE (R), and magnetic breaker less ignition modules are self contained module assemblies which have no moving parts to wear out. Using Mallory’s time tested breaker less ignition circuit, combined with modern surface mount thermal-clad construction, these ignition modules can drive both OEM and high performance ignition coils. For best results always use a Mallory PROMASTER coil or a Mallory chrome electronic ignition coil. These are also an excellent choice for triggering one of the Mallory HyFire series of electronic ignition controls. Hookup is as easy as a three wire connection.
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- Service Part
- No Moving Parts To Wear Out
- Self Contained Unit
- Can Drive OEM
- Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils
MSD Ignition – Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade (Part No.8202)
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$55.99
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.
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- 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
Mallory – Promaster Classic Series; Ignition Coil (Part No.29440)
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$204.99
Universal street and strip. For street-driven vehicles with breaker point ignition or OE electronic ignition. Delivers optimum performance when used with these Mallory ignition products: UNILITE (R) distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, magnetic breaker less distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, or dual point distributor. Effective to approximately 6500 RPM when used with a point type distributor (depending on engine combination). Effective to approximately 8000 RPM when used with a Mallory HYFIRE electronic ignition control (depending on engine combination).
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- Glass Filled Polyester Case
- Longer Spark Duration
- Increased Performance
- No Energy Loss Due To Arcing
- Includes Brass Contact Terminal
Mallory – Distributor Condenser (Part No.401)
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$19.29
Distributor Condenser
Most Popular 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance Drivetrains
Customize your Plymouth with 2 Performance Drivetrains products
like Performance Ring and Pinions, all
priced under $257.99.
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.C887373M)
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$257.99Product Features:
- CHRY 10BLT 8.75 EARLY R/P 3.73 MGP 29SP USE MG7260-C875/MG1350-C87529
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.C887355M)
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$257.99Product Features:
- CHRY 10BLT 8.75 EARLY R/P 3.55 MGP 29SP USE MG7260-C875/MG1350-C87529
Top Picks for 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance Wheels
Upgrade Plymouth Valiants with top-quality Performance Wheels parts, including 1 OEM and aftermarket selections for your 1961 model.
Mr. Gasket – Dust Cap (Part No.2485)
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$14.29
If you have custom steel or mag wheels that are not designed without a provision for a center cap, you’re probably looking at an ugly stock dust cap in the center of your front wheels. This chrome dust cap fixes that problem, and is a direct replacement for stock cap 1.790 inches in diameter. Two per set.
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- Chrome Plated Steel
- Set of 2 Caps
- Easy Installation
- 2 Per Set
In-Demand Performance Engines for 1961 Plymouth Valiants
Select from 4 premium Performance Engines parts for your 1961 Plymouth Valiant, with prices ranging from $14.99 to $635.99.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$32.49
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 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
Competition Cams – High Energy 215/215 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder (Part No.CL64-240-4)
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$635.99
High Energy 215/215 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder
Competition Cams – Valve Springs, 1.406" Chysler (Part No.970-12)
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$79.99
Valve Springs, 1.406" Chysler
Competition Cams – High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (Part No.7864-1)
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$14.99
High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod
Most Sold 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance Differentials
Explore our best-selling Plymouth parts for the 1961 Valiant among 1 OEM and aftermarket options starting from $254.99.
Motive Gear – Drive Shaft Pinion Yoke (Part No.MG1350-8759)
Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1961 Plymouth Valiant
Shop for the best-rated brands offering Performance and Racing Products and other products for your 1961 Plymouth Valiants. Below you’ll find some of our best rated Performance and Racing Products from Mallory and MSD Ignition, and more. Performance and Racing Products from these brands that fit a 1961 Valiant start at just $55.99 and are rated as high as 4.9 stars. OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products don’t get more top quality, durable, and affordable than from the brands below.
Popular Mallory 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products
When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1961 Plymouth Valiant, using quality Performance and Racing Products is essential to ensure durability and a perfect fit. Mallory ticks all of those boxes. We offer a wide selection of Mallory Performance and Racing Products, specifically designed for the 1961 Plymouth Valiant. With over 1 Mallory brand Performance and Racing Products in stock, you’re sure to find what you need. The prices for these top-notch parts start as low as $95.99. Plus, with over 3 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.9 stars, you can trust that our Mallory Performance and Racing Products will get the job done right. Choose Advance Auto Parts for reliability, quality, and expert-approved parts that keep your vehicle running strong.
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Unilite Ignition Module
“I like the Unilite product because it is so small and compact compared to the HEI stuff I normally use. If you are restricted on space Its a great pro”
Popular MSD Ignition 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products
MSD Ignition auto parts is one of the highest quality Performance and Racing Product brands in the market. Any 1961 Plymouth Valiant owner should feel confident when installing genuine MSD Ignition parts in their vehicle. To ensure the best fit and performance for your 1961 Valiant, Advance Auto Parts carries a full inventory of 1 MSD Ignition Performance and Racing Products. Plus you will be keeping your Plymouth in peak condition while saving money because prices on these MSD Ignition Performance and Racing Products range up to $55.99, plus, with more than 20 customer reviews and an impressive 4.2 stars average rating, you can be confident the Fram Performance and Racing Products below will deliver on both quality and value.
FAQs for 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products
Which Performance and Racing Products are best-sellers for 1961 Plymouth Valiants?
Out of 12 Performance and Racing Products that fit 1961 Plymouth Valiants, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $32.49
- Dust Cap (22901302) – $14.29
- Drive Shaft Pinion Yoke (20520338) – $254.99
What’s the price range for 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products?
Performance and Racing Product prices for the 1961 Plymouth Valiant start at $14.29 and go up to $635.99 for the most premium parts.
What’s the average price of a Performance and Racing Product for a 1961 Plymouth Valiant?
The average price for Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 Plymouth Valiant is $151.41. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance and Racing Product category so you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance and Racing Products for other Plymouth Valiant model years?
What are the cheapest Performance and Racing Products for my 1961 Plymouth Valiant?
The cheapest 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products we carry in stock are:
- Dust Cap (22901302) – $14.29
- High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (50289332) – $14.99
- Distributor Condenser (17350019) – $19.29
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $32.49
- Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade (17350171) – $55.99
What are the top-rated Performance and Racing Products that fit the 1961 Plymouth Valiant?
Out of 46 reviews by customers, our 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products have an average customer rating of . These are some of the highest-rated Performance and Racing Product types for the 1961 Plymouth Valiant and their top-rated products:
- Performance Ignition Products
- Unilite Ignition Module (17350025) – $95.99
- Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade (17350171) – $55.99
What types of Performance and Racing Products do you sell for my 1961 Plymouth Valiant?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance and Racing Products for a 1961 Plymouth Valiant:
Can I get help with 1961 Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Product orders?
Contact our customer support team, by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Plymouth Performance and Racing Products and more.
What is your return policy for Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Plymouth Valiant Performance and Racing Products and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.
