1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines
Keep Your 1965 Checker Aerobus 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 1965 Checker Aerobus looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Camshafts, Performance Engine Valve Springs, and Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits. 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 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $471.51, with a range that starts at $21.99 and goes up to $1,398.99. With 21 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam, High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam, and Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam start at just $257.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Find Your Specific 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1965 Checker Aerobus? 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 Checker Aerobus. Whether you’re driving a 1965 model or another popular model year like
1966,
1967,
1968,
1969,
1970,
1971,
1972,
1973, and
1974, 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 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines
Edelbrock – Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 (Part No.5794)
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$159.99
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
Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-243-4)
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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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-242-2)
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$251.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, better with 2000 stall.
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- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, better with 2000 stall.
- 268/280 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .477″/.480″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-230-2)
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$226.99
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 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-220-3)
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$269.99
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 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-222-3)
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$327.99
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 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-221-3)
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$284.99
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 – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-601-4)
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$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
- 287/305 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .489″/.476″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-212-2)
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$257.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-212-2)
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$226.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Great for street machines. Needs 2200+ stall, headers and gears. Rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Great for street machines. Needs 2200+ stall, headers and gears. Rough idle.
- 280/280 Advertised Duration, 230/230 Duration @ .050″, .480″/.480″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevrolet (Part No.2102)
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$302.99
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- Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
- Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
- Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
- Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
- Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
- Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
Competition Cams – XE Computer Control 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-249-4)
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$390.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Great in throttle body, crossfire or carbureted engine and 305 TPI.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Great in throttle body, crossfire or carbureted engine and 305 TPI.
- 249/260 Advertised Duration, 206/212 Duration @ .050″, .434″/.444″ Lift, 112 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-600-4)
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$914.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Thumpr : High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+ converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Thumpr : High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+ converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
- 279/297 Advertised Duration, 227/241 Duration @ .050″, .479″/.465″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-600-8)
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$1152.99
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 – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-601-4)
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$963.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
- 287/305 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .489″/.476″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-210-2)
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$898.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – High Energy: Good street performance with stock converter, choppy idle. OR High Energy Marine: Biggest cam for inboard/outboard. Good for ski, economy and light performance.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Good street performance with stock converter, choppy idle. OR High Energy Marine: Biggest cam for inboard/outboard. Good for ski, economy and light performance.
- 268/268 Advertised Duration, 218/218 Duration @ .050″, .454″/.454″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-212-2)
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$1398.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-602-4)
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$914.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Big Mutha’ Thumpr: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Big Mutha’ Thumpr: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.
- 295/313 Advertised Duration, 243/257 Duration @ .050″, .500″/.486″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K12-205-2)
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$1201.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-214-4)
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$390.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Magnum: Pro Street/bracket, limited street driving. Intake, gears, 3500+ stall. Racy idle. 10.5:1 compression. OR Drag Race: 3500-4000 stall or 4 speed with 11:1+ compression.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Pro Street/bracket, limited street driving. Intake, gears, 3500+ stall. Racy idle. 10.5:1 compression. OR Drag Race: 3500-4000 stall or 4 speed with 11:1+ compression.
- 305/305 Advertised Duration, 253/253 Duration @ .050″, .525″/.525″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
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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Product Features:
- 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 – 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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Product Features:
- 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 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-242-2)
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$305.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, better with 2000 stall.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, better with 2000 stall.
- 268/280 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .477″/.480″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-601-4)
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$403.99
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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Product Features:
- 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 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-232-4)
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$416.99
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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-222-3)
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$578.99
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 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-230-2)
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$305.99
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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Product Features:
- 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 – Cam And Lifter Kit, Sbc 294 Xtreme Energy Hydraulic 1 Ea (Part No.CL12-254-3)
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$338.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear and 3300+ stall.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear and 3300+ stall.
- 294/306 Advertised Duration, 250/256 Duration @ .050″, .519″/.523″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Popular 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Camshafts for 1965 Checker Aerobuses
Enhance your 1965 Checker Aerobus with one of the 10 Performance Engine Camshafts we have in stock, starting at just $257.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-212-2)
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$257.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 243/243 Solid Roller Cam for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.20-701-9)
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$787.99
Magnum 243/243 Solid Roller Cam for Chrysler 273-360
Competition Cams – CPU 206/210HRLRCHRLA (Part No.20-622-9)
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$591.99
CPU 206/210HRLRCHRLA
Competition Cams – CPU 199/206HRLRCHRLA (Part No.20-628-9)
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$591.99
CPU 199/206HRLRCHRLA
Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-208-2)
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$436.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Nostalgia Plus 247/254 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.20-672-4)
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$426.99
Nostalgia Plus 247/254 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Chrysler 273-360
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-222-3)
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$327.99
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 – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-243-4)
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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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-221-3)
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$284.99
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 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-220-3)
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$269.99
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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Product Features:
- 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.
Best-Selling 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engine Valve Spring
Upgrade your Aerobus with our best-selling Performance Engine Valve Spring.
Competition Cams – 1 Spring (Part No.947-1)
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$46.99
1 Spring
Top-Quality Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits for 1965 Checker Aerobuses
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kit for Checker Aerobuses and enjoy top-notch performance from $344.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-212-2)
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$1398.99
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.
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- 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.
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.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- 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 224/224 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.CL20-246-4)
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$673.99
Magnum 224/224 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-222-3)
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$578.99
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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Product Features:
- 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 – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-232-4)
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$416.99
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.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-601-4)
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$403.99
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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Product Features:
- 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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Product Features:
- 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.
Top Picks for 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engine Push Rods
Invest in one of our 3 durable Performance Engine Push Rods for your 1965 Checker, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Competition Cams – Hi-Tech 7.550" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set (Part No.7958-16)
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$281.99
Hi-Tech 7.550" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set
Competition Cams – Hi-Tech 7.500" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set (Part No.7957-16)
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$281.99
Hi-Tech 7.500" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set
Competition Cams – Hi-Tech 7.550" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (Part No.7958-1)
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$21.99
Hi-Tech 7.550" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod
FAQs for 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1965 Checker Aerobuses?
Out of 21 Performance Engines that fit 1965 Checker Aerobuses, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (10322028) – $257.99
- High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (10322000) – $436.99
- Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (10322051) – $269.99
What’s the price range for 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1965 Checker Aerobus range from $21.99 up to $1,398.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1965 Checker Aerobus?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1965 Checker Aerobus is $471.51. 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 Checker Aerobus model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1965 Checker Aerobus?
The cheapest 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines we carry are:
- Hi-Tech 7.550" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (50289778) – $21.99
- 1 Spring (50286905) – $46.99
- High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (10322028) – $257.99
- Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (10322051) – $269.99
- Hi-Tech 7.550" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod Set (50289720) – $281.99
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1965 Checker Aerobus?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1965 Checker Aerobus:
Can I get help with 1965 Checker Aerobus Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Checker Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Checker Aerobus Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Checker Aerobus Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.