1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines
Keep Your 1962 Dodge Lancer 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 1962 Dodge Lancer looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Push Rods, Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats, and Performance Engine Camshafts. 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 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $195.20, with a range that starts at $14.99 and goes up to $831.99. With 11 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod, and High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder start at just $14.99 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 Ignition Products and Performance Oil Filters. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1962 Dodge Lancer in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1962 Dodge Lancer? 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 Dodge Lancer. Whether you’re driving a 1962 model or another popular model year like
1958,
1959,
1961,
1985,
1986, and
1987, 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 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.21-602-5)
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$385.99
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 – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.23-600-9)
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$531.99
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 – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.23-602-9)
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$531.99
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 – Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.21-243-4)
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$297.99
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.
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
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
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL21-224-4)
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$416.99
BIG BLOCK CHRYSLER HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: High performance street. Very strong mid-range, headers, 2200+ stall.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Big Block Chrysler engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: High performance street. Very strong mid-range, headers, 2200+ stall.
- 274/286 Advertised Duration, 230/236 Duration @ .050″, .488″/.491″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K21-224-4)
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$654.99
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 Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K21-223-4)
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$678.99
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.
Popular 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Push Rods for 1962 Dodge Lancers
Enhance your 1962 Dodge Lancer with one of the 2 Performance Engine Push Rods we have in stock, starting at just $14.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set of 12 (Part No.7864-12)
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$78.99
High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set of 12
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
Best-Selling 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
Upgrade your Lancer 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 Camshafts for 1962 Dodge Lancers
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Camshaft for Dodge Lancers and enjoy top-notch performance from $436.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder (Part No.64-241-4)
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$447.99
High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder
Competition Cams – High Energy 215/215 Solid Flat Cam for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder (Part No.64-240-4)
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$436.99
High Energy 215/215 Solid Flat Cam for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder
Our Top Pick for a 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engine Valve Spring
Invest in a
durable Performance Engine Valve Spring for your 1962 Dodge, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Competition Cams – Valve Springs, 1.406" Chysler (Part No.970-12)
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$79.99
Valve Springs, 1.406" Chysler
Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits for 1962 Dodge Lancers
Make a smart move for your 1962 Dodge Lancer with products all priced from $635.99 to $831.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder (Part No.K64-241-4)
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$831.99
High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder
Competition Cams – High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder (Part No.CL64-241-4)
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$635.99
High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder
FAQs for 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1962 Dodge Lancers?
Out of 11 Performance Engines that fit 1962 Dodge Lancers, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $31.99
- High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (50289332) – $14.99
- High Energy 220/220 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chrysler 170-225 6 Cylinder (50286031) – $831.99
What’s the price range for 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1962 Dodge Lancer range from $14.99 up to $831.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1962 Dodge Lancer?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1962 Dodge Lancer is $195.20. 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 Dodge Lancer model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1962 Dodge Lancer?
The cheapest 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engines we carry are:
- High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (50289332) – $14.99
- Solid Lifter for Chrysler 170-255 V6, 273-360, 383-440/426 HEMI (50289392) – $22.99
- 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
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1962 Dodge models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 13 other popular 1962 Dodge models. Some of the most popular are 1962 Dart Performance Engines, 1962 Polara Performance Engines, 1962 Custom Performance Engines, 1962 880 Performance Engines, and 1962 W300 Series Performance Engines.
What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1962 Dodge Lancer?
The one 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engine we have in stock is the High Energy 9.954" Long, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod. It costs $14.99.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1962 Dodge Lancer?
As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1962 Dodge Lancer:
Can I get help with 1962 Dodge Lancer Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Dodge Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Dodge Lancer Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Dodge Lancer Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.