1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products

Mr. Gasket – Oil Pan Bolt Kit (Part No.6086)

Oil Pan Bolt Kit

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$30.19
The special self locking oil pan bolts, use a smaller-than-standard hex head is ideal for tight spaces. Because of the hex flange head design, it will not fall back into the socket wrench, allowing for easier installation. Special under head serrations prevent loosening and the wide flange head distributes uniform clamping pressure for an ultra gasket seal. Bolts are zinc plated, grade 5.

Product Features:
  • Ideal For Tight Spaces
  • Serrations Prevent Loosening
  • Flange Distributes Pressure
  • Zinc Plated Bolts
  • Grade 5 Material
  • Easy Installation
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Accel – Points Eliminator Kit (Part No.2010)

Points Eliminator Kit

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$105.99
Put an end to high maintenance points ignition systems by installing an ACCEL points eliminator ignition conversion kit. By utilizing specialized electronic circuitry and an infrared signal, ignition timing is stable from 1 to 10,000 RPM. More accurate ignition timing than any other type of system. Improves performance and fuel efficiency. Easy to install with simple hand tools. Reduced maintenance-eliminates changing points forever. Latest thermal clad based surface mount construction for maximum dependability and long life. Available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • More Accurate Ignition Timing
  • Improves Performance And Fuel Economy
  • Provides More Accurate Ignition Timing
  • Easy To Install w/Hand Tools
  • Reduced Maintenance
  • Thermal Clad Based Surface Mount Construction
  • Utilizes Specialized Electronic Circuitry
  • Ignition Timing Is Stable From 1 To 10000rpm
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Mr. Gasket – Lts Throttle Cable Brkt Chev (Part No.9885)

Lts Throttle Cable Brkt Chev

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$14.99
The throttle cable bracket is designed for small block Chevy engines thru 1979 and is to be used in conjunction with the kick down cable Pn9886 for the Turbo 350 transmission. The throttle cable bracket mounts on the intake manifold and will hold cables with round or square mounts. It has a 2 inch adjustable range and is finished off in a beautiful chrome plating.

Product Features:
  • 2 in. adjustable range
  • Includes necessary hardware
  • Chrome plated
  • Individually packaged
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Edelbrock – Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Black Finish (Part No.88563)

Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Black Finish

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$385.99
Edelbrock #88563 Water Pump Pontiac 389-455 standard rotation 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 cooli

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 4.50 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Black Finish
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K&N – Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine (Part No.HP-2003)

Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine

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$22.29
K&N premium oil filters are meticulously engineered to offer outstanding filtration and engine protection. The heavy-duty canister is engineered to be exceptionally durable, and a one-inch welded hex nut can be used for quick and easy filter removal. Each filter is specifically designed to withstand the service intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers.

Product Features:
  • HIGH FLOW RATES: Designed to provide exceptional flow rates and a consistent flow of oil to your engine
  • VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY: Designed to operate with all synthetic, conventional, and blended motor oils
  • PROTECT YOUR ENGINE: Pleated synthetic-blend filtration media removes most harmful contaminants
  • EXTENSIVELY TESTED: Laboratory tested to ensure excellent capacity and burst strength
  • EASY TO REMOVE: Fast and easy Wrench-Off removal
  • HEAVY-DUTY CONSTRUCTION: Heavy-duty canister for outstanding durability
  • HIGH CAPACITY: Withstand the longer service intervals now recommended by some vehicle manufacturers
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Mr. Gasket – Dust Cap (Part No.2485)

Dust Cap

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$12.09
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.

Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated Steel
  • Set of 2 Caps
  • Easy Installation
  • 2 Per Set
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Accel – Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power (Part No.8140)

Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power

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$42.49
Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary

Product Features:
  • 42000 Volts
  • Effective To 6500 RPM
  • Quicker Starting
  • Improved Throttle Response
  • Higher RPM Power
  • Can Finished In Yellow
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1016)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$67.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1622)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$32.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1814)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$30.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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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Mallory – Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8 (Part No.501)

Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8

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$134.99
Put an end to high maintenance point ignition systems by installing a proven Mallory Unilite ignition conversion kit. Features at a glance, improves performance and fuel efficiency, easy to install with simple hand tools, reduced maintenance and is available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • Easy Installation
  • Improved Fuel Economy
  • Reduced Maintenance
  • Accurate Timing
  • Improved Performance
  • Provides A Simple Conversion
  • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
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Competition Cams – High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Pontiac 265-455 (Part No.K51-230-3)

High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Pontiac 265-455

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$622.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications. Offering

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Mallory – Distributor Condenser (Part No.401)

Distributor Condenser

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$17.09
Distributor Condenser

Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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$27.49
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.

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

Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$87.19
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.

Product Features:
  • (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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Mr. Gasket – Alternator Bracket (Part No.9850)

Alternator Bracket

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$25.99
Hold your alternator securely in place with Mr. Gasket chrome alternator bracket. Chrome plated heavy gauge steel for long lasting good looks. Must be used with #9852.

Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated Steel
  • F-Style
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Construction
  • Fits Small Block Chevy 265-400 CID
  • Must Be Used With Part 9852
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Exhaust Gasket Set (Part No.5920)

Ultra Seal: Exhaust Gasket Set

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$45.99
Manufactured from high-temperature steel core/graphite faced exhaust material. Expanded steel core provides stability and maximum torque retention to eliminate gasket failure. Graphite facing provides excellent heat resistance and thermal conductivity to transfer heat away from the cylinder head. Conforms to and seals minor surface irregularities. High recovery material allows header or manifold flange to stay sealed if flange loses clamp-load. Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-temperature steel core/graphite faced exhaust material
  • Expanded steel core provides stability and maximum torque retention to eliminate gasket failure
  • Graphite impregnated facing provides excellent heat resistance and thermal conductivity to transfer heat away from the cylinder head
  • Conforms to and seals minor surface irregularities
  • Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
  • Anti-Stick Properties
  • Easy Removal For Disassembly
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Pontiac V8; Ready-to-Run (Part No.8528)

Distributor; Pontiac V8; Ready-to-Run

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$569.99
Do yourself and your poncho a favor and replace your points distributor with a Ready-to-Run model. You’ll never have to adjust or replace the points again and your car will run better thanks to the hot MSD sparks. Inside the CNC-machined billet housing the unit incorporates a magnetic pickup that never wears out. Plus, the distributor has a built in ignition module so there is no need to mount an external MSD Ignition control. The module delivers up to 7.5 A to the coil creating a stout inductive spark. Not only do you get the benefits of electronic triggering, but your engine will awaken with powerful sparks from the ignition module. This improves combustion of the fuel mixture resulting in quick starts, a smooth idle and great performance.

Product Features:
  • Simple and clean three wire installation
  • CARB E.O. Approved
  • Does not require an MSD Ignition Control
  • Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Creates stable trigger signals throughout the rpm range
  • Vacuum advance canister for improved economy (can be locked out)
  • Easy-to-adjust mech. advance w/supplied springs and stop bushings
  • Built-in module produces a 7.5 amp single spark through high rpm
  • Includes built-in Rev Limiter
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5272)

Valve Cover

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$72.99
Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for 1962-1979 Pontiac V8 engines, this valve cover features chrome plated steel construction and a smooth design. Sold in pairs, this tall profile cover is baffled to provide optimum function. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 1962-1979 Pontiac V8 engines
  • Baffled for breather system compatibility
  • Sold in pairs
  • Triple chrome-plated steel construction
  • Tall profile
  • Features OEM style sealing edge
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter (Part No.80775)

Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter

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$269.99
The B&M Unimatic is an ideal replacement for column shift vehicles, includes neutral safety switch, 5 foot cable and a boot and plate.

Product Features:
  • Ideal As Column Shift Replacement
  • Includes Neutral Safety Switch
  • Includes Black T-Handle
  • Backup Light Not Available
  • Includes 5 ft. Cable and Hardware
  • Includes Boot and Plate
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Hurst – Installation Kit, Competition Plus (Part No.3734734)

Installation Kit, Competition Plus

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$286.99
Installation Kit for Hurst Competition plus shifter. Includes all linkage pieces needed to complete the installation of your Hurst Shifter.

Product Features:
  • Competition Plus Shifter Installation Kit
  • Includes Hardware
  • Durable
  • Sold as a Kit
  • Hurst Quality
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Edelbrock – Performer 1400 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet (Part No.1400)

Performer 1400 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet

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$498.99
The Edelbrock 1400 Performer Series 600 CFM electric choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characterist

Product Features:
  • Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
  • Electric Choke
  • 4 Barrel Count
  • Square Bore
  • Electric Choke Installed from Factory
  • Smooth Secondary Transition
  • Includes Only Timed Vacuum Port
  • Includes EGR ; Fuel Vapor Outlet
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Edelbrock – Thunder AVS Carburetor #1825 650 CFM With Manual Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) (Part No.1825)

Thunder AVS Carburetor #1825 650 CFM With Manual Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)

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$427.99
The Edelbrock 1825 Thunder Series AVS 650 CFM manual choke carburetor has been designed and calibrated to deliver optimum off-road performance. Several characteristics make the 1825 Thunder Series AVS 650 CFM manual choke carburetor an outstanding street

Product Features:
  • Spring Loaded Needles/Seat Increase Performance
  • New Qwik-Tune Adjustable Secondary Air Valve
  • Distinctive Black Accented Hardware
  • Lightweight Ball-Burnished Aluminum
  • No Gaskets Below Fuel Level to Prevent Leakage
  • Metering Rod/Step Up Springs Can Be Changed Easily
  • GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage
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PerTronix – D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black (Part No.D4260)

D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black

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$10.99
Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound for superior protection from “arc-thru” and cross-fire. Our cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws. Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil which provi

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D4260 Flame-Thrower Distributor Rotor HEI/EST Black
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
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PerTronix – D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red (Part No.D4061)

D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red

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$15.99
Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound for superior protection from “arc-thru” and cross-fire. Our cap and rotor kits include nylon rotor hold-down screws. Flame-Thrower dust covers provide a larger air gap around the coil which provi

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D4061 Flame-Thrower HEI Distributor Rotor Red
  • Made from hi-performance 60 KV rated alkyd molding compound.
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8124)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$48.49


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1962 Pontiac Safari to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Performance and Racing Products. With 39 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $10.99 to $622.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1962 Pontiac Safari.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 11 different brands like Accel, Mr. Gasket, and Edelbrock. 1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products start as low as $10.99!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Performance and Racing Products is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 164 extensive product reviews on 1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products. Some of the top-rated Performance and Racing Products products we carry are Unilite Ignition Module with 5.0 stars and Thunder AVS Carburetor #1825 650 CFM With Manual Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) with 4.5 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Performance and Racing Products from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Performance and Racing Products inventory for your 1962 Pontiac Safari below to get started!

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1962 Pontiac Safari

Trusted Performance and Racing Products OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1962 Pontiac Safari running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Accel, Mr. Gasket, Edelbrock, and even more.

Popular K&N Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular K&N brand products across Performance Oil Filters. All are waiting to get your 1962 Pontiac Safari back on the road. Some of the top-rated K&N products in these categories are:

Top-Rated Edelbrock Performance and Racing Products


If Edelbrock are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Edelbrock brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1962 Pontiac Safari, and some of our most reviewed Edelbrock parts include:

FAQs for 1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1962 Pontiac Safari?

Out of 39 Performance and Racing Products for the 1962 Pontiac Safari, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
High Performance Thermostat
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High Performance Thermostat
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

What are the top-rated 1962 Pontiac Safari Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1962 Pontiac Safari based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Unilite Ignition Module
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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”
Thunder AVS Carburetor #1825 650 CFM With Manual Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)
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Thunder AVS Carburetor #1825 650 CFM With Manual Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)
“Put carb on rock crawler. Climb lots of hills and the carb works great. No loss of fuel when climbing steep grade. Does what I bought it to do.”
Alternator Bracket
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Alternator Bracket
“F bracket broke after less than 1000 miles. It snapped off one of the mouting tabs. Now I get to bust and scrape knuckles again to get it out and fin”