1965 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

Essential 1965 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1614)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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

Product Features:
  • Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
  • Great for on-again/off-again situations
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1684)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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

Product Features:
  • Rigid core, molded silicone rubber gaskets provide for ease of installation, and are great for on-again/off-again situations (like setting valve lash).
  • Features high-tech silicone material for long life, a solid steel core for strength and durability, and stainless steel compression limiters to prevent
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1617)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$33.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
  • Great for on-again/off-again situations
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.276)

Valve Cover Gasket Set

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Thick, molded rubber with steel carrier. Manufactured from high-density cork and rubber blend gasket material. A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor flange irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage. Creates a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Available in standard or extra thick to provide additional valve train to cover clearance. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Made from cork/rubber compound
  • Can be reused many times
  • Thick; fuel-resistant
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.292)

Oil Pan Gasket

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Manufactured from high-density cork and rubber blend gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan seals where applicable. For OE replacement and high performance street.

Product Features:
  • One-piece design
  • Eliminates potential leaks
  • Prevents over tightening
  • Prevents torque loss
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1811)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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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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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1810)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets keep engines sealed under the most grueling racing conditions, from stock car racing to drag racing to off-road

Product Features:
  • Performance oil pan gasket set
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1812)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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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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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5972)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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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 degree 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.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Ford 289/302/351W O.E. Cast iron heads (Part No.5722)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Ford 289/302/351W O.E. Cast iron heads

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Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 390-428 FE V8 1961-1976 (Part No.5806)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 390-428 FE V8 1961-1976

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Product Features:
  • Non-Rotator Type
  • 1.458 in. Outer Diameter
  • 1.062 in. Inner Diameter
  • 1.062 in. Coil Blind
  • Set of 16
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Edelbrock – Performer 400 EGR; Intake Manifold (Part No.37711)

Performer 400 EGR; Intake Manifold

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Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Accepts Late-Model Choke And Waterneck
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Holley – Intake Manifold (Part No.300-72S)

Intake Manifold

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Holley products have been the undisputed leader in fuel systems for over 100 years. Holley carburetors power every NASCAR Sprint Cup team and every NHRA Pro-Stock champion. Holley’s products include performance fuel pumps, fuel injection, intake manifolds, cylinder heads & engine dress-up products for street performance, race and marine applications. As a single solution, or partnered with products from other Holley companies, Hooker Headers, Flowtech Headers, NOS, Weiand, or Earl’s, Holley products can give you the edge you need over the competition.

Product Features:
  • Retains Stock Injector
  • Retains Water Outlet Locations
  • Internal Erg Passage
  • External EGR Passage
  • Maximized Port and Runner Sizes
  • Maximum Unrestricted Air Flow
  • 50 State Legal
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Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold (Part No.75811)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold

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Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Improve performance on the street or race track. Larger cross-sectional area and taller card flange. Compatibility with lar

Product Features:
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed For 1500 To 6500 RPM
  • Designed For Street And High Performance
  • Larger Cross Sectional Area
  • Taller Carb Flange
  • Compatibility w/Large Displacement 351W Based Eng.
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Edelbrock – Performer 460; Intake Manifold (Part No.37661)

Performer 460; Intake Manifold

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Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • Accepts Late-Model Choke; Waterneck; and HEI
  • Accepts A/C And Alternator
  • Accepts Exhaust Heated Chokes
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.201G)

Intake Gasket

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Mr. Gasket standard intake gasket sets are manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber, for excellent sealing and durability. They’re precision die-cut for each specific application to ensure a great fit, and can be custom-trimmed for modified ports where needed. The sets come complete with all necessary seals and block-off plates.

Product Features:
  • Designed to ensure excellent sealing
  • Provides long lasting durability
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1230)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1246)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro performance intake manifold gaskets have been tested with virtually all aftermarket cylinder head and intake manifold combinations.
  • Performance intake manifold gaskets designed without a metal core, to allow engine builders to trim the gasket for exact fit on modified ports.
  • Standard and Low riser
  • Printoseal elastomeric sealing beads to provide extra sealing strength around the intake port.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1968-1987 429-460 Big-Block Fords (Part No.7223)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1968-1987 429-460 Big-Block Fords

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Product Features:
  • 1.98″x2.26″
  • Features Embossed Silicone Bead Around The Intake Ports & Water Openings
  • .060″ Thick
  • Multi Piece Configuration
  • End Seals Not Included
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1013)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Mr. Gasket – MLS Head Gasket (Part No.3175G)

MLS Head Gasket

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Manufactured from nitrile coated spring steel layers. Stress formed embossment provides excellent sealing. Also provides stability and reduces cylinder bore distortion. Ideal for super charged, turbo charged, nitrous oxide and extreme compression ratios. For high performance street, drag race and oval track. Packaged individually.

Product Features:
  • Ss layers with a elastomer coating
  • Stress formed embossments to seal ext pressure
  • Provides stability and reduces cyl distortion
  • For high performance street drag and oval track
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7337)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford

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Product Features:
  • Cylinder Head Gasket Set
  • 1958-1976 390-428
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1011-2)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 429-460 (Part No.4734)

Water Neck; Ford 429-460

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Spectre’s Ford V8 water neck fits Ford 429 – 460 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes sealing O-ring, and has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for the Ford temp sensor.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 429 – 460 engines
  • Has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for temperature sensor
  • Includes sealing O-ring
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
  • Hardware not included
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Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2667)

Water Neck

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This chrome plated water neck is precision die cast for a great fit. It features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. These water necks are first polished to a high luster then chrome plated for lasting beauty.

Product Features:
  • Prevents water leaks
  • Precision die cast
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Spectre – Water Neck; 351C (Part No.4735)

Water Neck; 351C

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Spectre’s Ford water neck fits Ford 351 Cleveland engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes bolts and sealing O-ring.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 351 Cleveland
  • Includes sealing O-ring and bolts
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
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Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 390-428 (Part No.4736)

Water Neck; Ford 390-428

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Spectre’s Ford water neck fits Ford 390, 427 and 428 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 390, 427 and 428 engines
  • Includes bolts and gasket
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
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1965 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1965 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 12 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $27.49 to $875.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1965 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 4 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1965 Ford Thunderbird. FEL-PRO Performance, Spectre, and Mr. Gasket are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Performance Engines for your 1965 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 4 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts with 1.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1965 Ford Thunderbird rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1965 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1965 Ford Thunderbird demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Engines make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Thunderbird the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Spectre Performance Engines

We carry Spectre parts in our stock across Performance Water Outlets categories, plus more. For a 1965 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Spectre Performance Engines include:
Water Neck; Ford 390-428
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Water Neck; Ford 390-428
Performance Water Outlets

FAQs for 1965 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1965 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 12 Performance Engines for the 1965 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
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PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set
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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

What are the top-rated 1965 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1965 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
“Had to call and talk to 3 operators 3 separate times to get this straightened out .On item description should say 1 gasket requires 2.”