1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines

Find your specific 1966 Chevrolet El Camino original or aftermarket Performance Engines below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.

Essential 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines

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HYDRAULIC – Thumpr: High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+ converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.

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HYDRAULIC – Thumpr: High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+ converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
279/296 Advertised Duration, 227/241 Duration @ .050″, .498″/.483″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
Valve spring upgrade required

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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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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.

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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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Dowel pins are precision machined and case hardened for accurate head alignment. Two per set. 5/16 inch x 5/8 inch

Product Features:

Precision Machined
Case Hardened
Give Accurate Alignment
2 Per Set

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Mr. Gasket Performance Intake Gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. They provide excellent sealing and durability. Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

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Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material.
Provides excellent sealing and durability.
Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications.
Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket.
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

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

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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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Product Features:

Case-Hardened Tubing
Welded Ends
5/16 in. Diameter
Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates

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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 180 Degrees
Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
High Flow

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

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Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Finish your custom engine job with these show quality grade 5 chromed 12-point bolts, includes AN washers which have no exposed shoulder for a professional appearance. Includes (12) 3/8-16 x 1 inch bolts with (12) 3/8 inch AN washers.

Product Features:

Chrome plated
Grade 8
12-point head
AN washers with no exposed shoulder for a professional appearance

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The Holeshot Converter is a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. With a furnace brazed turbine, new turbine hub and dual pattern drive lugs on some GM Holeshots.

Product Features:

Furnace Brazed Impeller
Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
Between Stator and Turbine
Furnace Brazed Turbine

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Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Head Gaskets are a five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction. The graphite core has excellent thermoconductivity (transfers heat) away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out. They provide excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance. A high temperature silicone coating ensures sealing of engine fluids. Compatible with cast iron or aluminum heads, they will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads. Suitable for high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold individually.brbrGasket Bore 4.230 inch, Compressed thickness 0.038 inch

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Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
Graphite core has excellent thermo-conductivity-transfers heat away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out
Provides excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance
Coated with high temperature silicone to ensure sealing of engine fluids
Will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads
For high performance street, drag race and oval track use
Compatible w/High Octane Fuel
Compatible With Exotic Fuel

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Precision die cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.

Product Features:

Precision die-cast
Chrome plated for looks
O-ring seal to prevent water leaks
Mounting hardware included

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Weiand’s light weight, performance aluminum mechanical Action-Plus water pumps give a weight saving of 30 percent to 50 percent over stock cast-iron pumps. These pumps feature a premium quality bearing and seal that have twice the load capacity of stock pumps. Weiand’s exclusive housing counter bore keeps the bearing form walking out. All pumps are designed with the necessary bracket bosses and water connections to fit popular street applications.

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Twisted Snout Water Pump Design For Updated Style
Street Performance
Heavy Duty Shaft w/5/8 in. Pilot
Six-Blade Stamped Steel
Anti-Cavitation Impeller
100 Percent Leak Tested

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These are high quality nuts with allen set screws to provide you with that positive lock needed for Race or original equipment Rocker Arms.

Product Features:

They Are Zinc Dichromate Plated Steel
They Have Black Oxide Coated Set Screws
Keeps Rocker Arms Positively Locked
(16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
Shank O.D. .603″

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Mr. Gasket competition screw-in rocker arm studs are manufactured from heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 steel. Ideal for high performance street and race applications.

Product Features:

Black Oxide Coated Grade 8 Steel
Kit Contains 16 Studs
Easy To Install
Heat Treated Steel
Prevents Stud Flexing
Black Plated Finish

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Valve Cover Gasket

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High performance, race quality gasket with molded rubber coating over a steel core. Steel core provides rigidity and durability, preventing prevent push out while the molded rubber coating helps seal minor oil pan rail irregularities. The one piece design eliminates the need for separate end seals to make installation easier and even further reduce the possibility of oil leakage. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Excellent replacement for stock original equipment, high performance street, drag race and oval track. Includes gasket and new oil pan bolts.

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Steel core provides rigidity, durability and prevents gasket push out
Molded rubber coating seals minor irregularities in pan surface
One piece design is easier to install and even less prone to leak
Direct replacement suitable for all uses – street, racing, heavy duty
Include both gasket and new oil pan bolts

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$334.99

Product Features:

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

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BIG 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 Big 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.
295/312 Advertised Duration, 243/257 Duration @ .050″, .522″/.507″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
Valve spring upgrade required

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The Edelbrock #607519 Performer cylinder head is designed for 302, 327, 350 and 400 cid small-block Chevy engines up to 1986. This cylinder head includes your choice of 64cc (In order to retain stock compression ratio on 1970 and earlier small-blocks) or

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Complete Single For Hydraulic Flat Tappet
70cc Combustion Chamber Volume
185cc Intake/65cc Exhaust Runner Volume
2.02 in. Intake/1.6 in. Exhaust Valve Diameter
0.562 in. Deck Thickness

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Product Features:

Complete Single For Flat Tappet
110cc Combustion Chamber Volume
290cc Intake/110cc Exhaust Runner Volume
2.19 in. Intake/1.88 in. Exhaust Valve Diameter
0.562 in. Deck Thickness

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With Mr. Gasket cam degree bushings you fine tune the camshaft timing of your engine to as little as 1 degree. Even aftermarket timing sets with multiple keyways can’t give the range of adjustment these bushings allow. Retard your camshaft to lower the powerband for more low end torque and midrange horsepower, or advance for more top end power. This kit does even number adjustment 0-8 degrees.

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Advance the cam for increased torque and horsepower
Tune your powerband for more end torque or increase top end horsepower
Includes (4) offset bushings and (1) 0 degree bushing
Cam sprocket dowel pin hole must be drilled to .406¿ (13/32¿) dia.
Cam sprocket dowel pin hole must be drilled to .406┐ (13/32┐) dia.
Increase Top-End Horsepower

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Timing Chain Only

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Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5703, 5794
Set of 16
1.50 in. Outside Diameter
Steel Material
Black Oxide Finish

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Valve spring retainers for use OE cast iron heads. Superior quality heat-treated steel. Machined for strength with black oxide finish. Finish ensures rust and corrosion protection.

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Valve Spring Retainers for Use OE Cast Iron Heads
Superior Quality Heat-Treated Steel
Machined for Strength with Black Oxide Finish
Finish Ensures Rust and Corrosion Protection

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Mr. Gasket Performance Gaskets are a low density material that conforms well to irregular flange surfaces and has very good crush resistance at high flange pressures. Intended for sealing gasoline, oils, water and coolant in applications up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.brbrThis Mr. Gasket Performance Timing Cover Gasket Kit includes the timing cover gasket and water pump gasket for your Gen IV or Gen V Chevy 396,402,427,454 Big Block.

Product Features:

Includes Timing Cover Gasket and Water Pump Gaskets
Won’t shrink or stick and provide an airtight leak proof seal
Engineered specifically for big block Chevys and ideal for high performance and race applications
Ensures optimum torque retention ideal crush resistance and excellent sheer strength using minimal clamp force yet still releases easily

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If you are changing your camshaft or replacing the timing set, make sure to replace this seal at the same time! Made from Nitrile rubber.

Product Features:

Nitrile Rubber And High Density Cork
Will Not Shrink Or Stick

Popular 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines Categories

Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

Performance Intake Manifolds

Performance Engine Water Pumps

Performance Water Outlets

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits

Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components

Performance Engine Valve Springs

Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Rocker Arms

Performance Engine Camshafts

Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets

Performance Intake Manifold Hardware

Performance Engine Main Bearing Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Installation Kits

Performance Engine Timing Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Push Rods

Performance Engine Cylinder Heads

Performance Torque Converters

Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1966 Chevrolet El Camino. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 115 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $14.99 to $1,322.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1966 Chevrolet El Camino running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 8 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1966 Chevrolet El Camino. Mr. Gasket, Edelbrock, and FEL-PRO Performance 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 Chevrolet El Camino, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 135 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Action Plus Water Pumps with 3.7 stars and Action Plus Water Pumps with 1.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1966 Chevrolet El Camino 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 Chevrolet El Camino Last

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

Popular B & M Performance Engines

We carry B & M parts in our stock across Performance Torque Converters categories, plus more. For a 1966 Chevrolet El Camino, our most popular B & M Performance Engines include:

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Tork Master 2400

Performance Torque Converters

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Tork Master 3000

Performance Torque Converters

Top 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Mr. Gasket products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1966 Chevrolet El Camino. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:

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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

FAQs for 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1966 Chevrolet El Camino?

Out of 115 Performance Engines for the 1966 Chevrolet El Camino, the most popular in our inventory are:

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

Performance Intake Manifolds

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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 9 Piece Set

Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1966 Chevrolet El Camino based on customer reviews/ratings are:

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Action Plus Water Pumps

“I bought this item for my 1979 Camaro SBC for Street/Strip application. Water pump weighs 4 LBS less than factory, comes with its own cork gaskets. N”

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Action Plus Water Pumps

“The twisted neck comes to far up on the hub. For a 2 groove pulley it causes the pulley to hit the water pump. You will also need new bolts for the”

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MAGNUM ROLLER ROCKERS, SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 1.52 1 ST

“just spill on break in oil on rocker wheels,adjust nut down till u can’t go any more and then back off 1/2 turn and your done no noise on start up eve”

1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines

More 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines

Essential 1966 Chevrolet El Camino Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-600-4)

Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Dual Quad Big Block Chevy Intake Manifold (Part No.7520)

Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987 (Part No.5767)

Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.116)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1819)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9630)

Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2919)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Bolt Kit (Part No.5003)

B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 2000 (Part No.70417)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5788G)

Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2660)

Weiand – Action +Plus; Water Pump (Part No.9212P)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Competition Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs (Part No.1075)

Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Chevrolet (Part No.7549)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.6561)

Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevrolet (Part No.2103)

Competition Cams – Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.CL11-602-4)

Edelbrock – RPM Small-Block Chevy Cylinder Head SBC 70cc Flat Tappet Cam Polished (Part No.607519)

Edelbrock – Performer Big-Block Chevy Oval Hydraulic Flat Tappet Cam (Part No.60479)

Mr. Gasket – Advance And Retard Cam Bushings (Part No.85)

Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9730)

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9721)

Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.94)

Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Seal (Part No.17)

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