1966 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines

Essential 1966 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines

Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 252 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-205-2)

CAMSHAFT, SBC 252 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA

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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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Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Chevrolet Small Block (Part No.12-206-2)

High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Chevrolet Small Block

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$284.99
HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Vans, pickups, 4WD and towing, in 350c.i., good idle, strong mid-range torque. OR High Energy Marine: Single or dual engine with inboard/outboard drive for ski and economy.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Vans, pickups, 4WD and towing, in 350c.i., good idle, strong mid-range torque. OR High Energy Marine: Single or dual engine with inboard/outboard drive for ski and economy.
  • 260/260 Advertised Duration, 212/212 Duration @ .050″, .440″/.440″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – THUMPR CAMSHAFT, SBC 1 EA (Part No.12-600-4)

THUMPR CAMSHAFT, SBC 1 EA

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$587.99
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, the Thumpr series’ early i

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.
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Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 249 XTREME ENERGY COMPUTER CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-249-4)

CAMSHAFT, SBC 249 XTREME ENERGY COMPUTER CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC 1 EA

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$276.99
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, the Xtreme Energy grind family offers gains in torque and horsepower while still delivering adequate vacuum for power brakes and other vacuum dependent accessories. Xtreme Energy camshafts work great in carbureted applications, but offer the best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, lower gear ratios, headers and free flowing exhaust.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 268 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-210-2)

CAMSHAFT, SBC 268 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA

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$537.99
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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Edelbrock – Performer RPM AIR-Gap Small Block Chevy Dual-Quad Intake Manifold (Part No.7525)

Performer RPM AIR-Gap Small Block Chevy Dual-Quad Intake Manifold

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$484.99
Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Street and high performance compatible. Available in cast, polished and endurashine finish.

Product Features:
  • Based on C26 Low Profile with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • 1.625 in. Taller Than Low-Profile PN[5425]
  • Also Available In EnduraShine Finish PN[75254]
  • Also Available As Complete Kit PN[2025/20254]
  • Best When Matched with Edelbrock 500cfm Carburetor
  • Use Fuel Line Kit PN[8088/8091]
  • Use Progressive Throttle Linkage Kit PN[7094]
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Edelbrock – Performer Small-Block Chevy Intake Manifold for Street Performance (Part No.3701)

Performer Small-Block Chevy Intake Manifold for Street Performance

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$339.99


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; Waterneck; and HEI
  • Accepts A/C And Alternator
  • Accepts Exhaust Heated Chokes and Accepts EGR
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Edelbrock – Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy, Polished Finish (Part No.27011)

Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy, Polished Finish

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$504.99


Product Features:
  • Polished Version Of Edelbrock PN[2701]
  • Polish is Hand-Buffed for Brilliant Shine
  • Maximizes Performance with Edelbrock Carburetors
  • Maximizes Peak Torque Around 3500 RPM
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • Prod. +5 HP and +9 ft/lbs. of Torque Over PN[2101]
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
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Edelbrock – Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines (Part No.2176)

Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines

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$397.99


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
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Edelbrock – Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy (Part No.2701)

Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy

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$195.99


Product Features:
  • Maximizes Performance with Edelbrock Carburetors
  • Runners Tuned to Match Square Bore Carburetor
  • Maximizes Peak Torque Around 3500 RPM
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Prod. +5 HP and +9 ft/lbs. of Torque Over PN[2101]
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Chevrolet (Part No.7310)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Chevrolet

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$58.99
Product Features:
  • 4.125 in. Cylinder Bore Diameter
  • 0.039 in. Thickness
  • 8.7cc Volume
  • Charcoal Color
  • Two Piece Configuration
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Small Block (Part No.CL12-254-3)

Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Small Block

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$321.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear and 3300+ stall.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.CL20-212-2)

High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360

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$1093.99
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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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.CL20-222-3)

Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360

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$378.99
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,

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.
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Competition Cams – CAM & LIFTER KIT, SBC 260H HIGH ENERGY HYD 1 KT (Part No.CL12-206-2)

CAM & LIFTER KIT, SBC 260H HIGH ENERGY HYD 1 KT

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$323.99
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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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Chevy O.E Cast iron Cylinder Heads (Part No.5703)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Chevy O.E Cast iron Cylinder Heads

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$65.99
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 Chrysler 318-340-360 V8 1957-89 (Part No.5877)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 318-340-360 V8 1957-89

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$59.99
Product Features:
  • Non-Rotator Type
  • 1.394 in. Outer Diameter
  • 1.010 in. Inner Diameter
  • 1.010 in. Coil Blind
  • Set of 16
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Edelbrock – Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 (Part No.5894)

Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95

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$147.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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
  • Dyno Tested And Street Proven
  • Great Match to Edelbrock Camshaft Kit
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1966 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1966 Checker Aerobus. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 14 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $58.99 to $587.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1966 Checker Aerobus running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 2 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1966 Checker Aerobus. Edelbrock and Competition Cams 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 1966 Checker Aerobus, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 8 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include CAM & LIFTER KIT, SBC 260H HIGH ENERGY HYD 1 KT with 4.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1966 Checker Aerobus 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 1966 Checker Aerobus Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1966 Checker Aerobus 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 Aerobus the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Edelbrock Performance Engines

We carry Edelbrock parts in our stock across Performance Intake Manifolds categories, plus more. For a 1966 Checker Aerobus, our most popular Edelbrock Performance Engines include:
Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
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Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
Performance Intake Manifolds

FAQs for 1966 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1966 Checker Aerobus?

Out of 14 Performance Engines for the 1966 Checker Aerobus, the most popular in our inventory are:
Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Chevy O.E Cast iron Cylinder Heads
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Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Chevy O.E Cast iron Cylinder Heads
Performance Engine Valve Springs
Performer Small-Block Chevy Intake Manifold for Street Performance
from $339.99
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Performer Small-Block Chevy Intake Manifold for Street Performance
Performance Intake Manifolds
THUMPR CAMSHAFT, SBC 1 EA
from $587.99
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THUMPR CAMSHAFT, SBC 1 EA
Performance Engine Camshafts

What are the top-rated 1966 Checker Aerobus Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1966 Checker Aerobus based on customer reviews/ratings are:
CAM & LIFTER KIT, SBC 260H HIGH ENERGY HYD 1 KT
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CAM & LIFTER KIT, SBC 260H HIGH ENERGY HYD 1 KT
“I have tried several water temp sensors, and am happiest with this unit. Switches fan on at 220 degrees F, and turns fan off at about 200 degrees F. 1”