1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

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Keep Your 1970 Pontiac Tempest 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 1970 Pontiac Tempest looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets, Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets, and Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets. 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.

Top-Rated Performance Engines from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Performance Engine? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Competition Cams and B & M. For example, Competition Cams Performance Engines start at just $223.99 with an average 4.1 star rating. B & M offer similar pricing and quality, backed by strong customer feedback. With over 454 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Pontiac Tempest owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $380.23, with a range that starts at $10.99 and goes up to $1,365.99. With 83 options in stock from 5 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, Water Neck, and Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set start at just $32.49 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Air Filters and Performance Fuel Systems. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1970 Pontiac Tempest in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K51-232-3)

High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit

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$574.99
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.

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 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-246-3)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$258.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Very strong mid-range torque and throttle response, 2200+ stall.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Very strong mid-range torque and throttle response, 2200+ stall.
  • 274/286 Advertised Duration, 230/236 Duration @ .050″, .490″/.490″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – Valve Seals, O-Ring 11/32" 1 St (Part No.501-16)

Valve Seals, O-Ring 11/32" 1 St

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$223.99
VALVE SEALS, O-RING 11/32″ 1 ST
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B & M – Holeshot 2400 (Part No.20412)

Holeshot 2400

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$562.99
HoleShot 2400 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) Application: HoleShot 2400 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by the Holeshot c

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 – Water Neck (Part No.2557)

Water Neck

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$32.49
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:
  • Complete with o-rings and mounting bolts
  • Features an o-ring style seal to prevent water leaks
  • Chrome plated
  • 1/2″ NPT port can be used for various coolant temp related sensors or switches
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Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Cylinder Head Dowel Pins

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$17.79
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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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 Non-EGR, Polished Finish (Part No.21561)

Performer Intake Manifold for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 Non-EGR, Polished Finish

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$754.99
Product Features:
  • Idle-5500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 5.5 in. Front Height, 6.05 in. Center Height, 6.6 in. Rear Height
  • Polished Finish
  • Non-EGR
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2912)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$37.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longevity.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1025)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$74.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Performer Pontiac Cylinder Head 72cc Hydraulic Flat Tapped Camshaft (Part No.60579)

Performer Pontiac Cylinder Head 72cc Hydraulic Flat Tapped Camshaft

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$1365.99
Product Features:
  • For Professional Cylinder Head Porter
  • 72cc Chamber Size
  • As-Cast Casting Has Small Ports And Chambers
  • Max Valve Size is 2.11 Int and 1.66 Exh
  • 14-Degree Valve Angle
  • Enough Wall Thickness For CNC Machining
  • Seats and Manganese-Bronze Guides Included
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1819)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$31.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)

Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$75.99
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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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$106.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Mr. Gasket – Gskt Valve Cover (Part No.576)

Gskt Valve Cover

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$43.49
Mr. Gasket Performance Valve Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible valve cover gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1640)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$22.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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$32.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

Product Features:
  • Opens At 195 Degrees
  • Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
  • Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
  • For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
  • Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
  • High Flow
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set (Part No.1233)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set

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$34.99
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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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.502G)

Intake Gasket

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$35.99
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. Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket (where applicable). For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • 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 where applicable
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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Most Popular Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets for 1970 Pontiac Tempests

Enhance your 1970 Pontiac Tempest with one of the 2 Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets we have in stock, starting at just $34.99.

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set (Part No.1233)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set

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$34.99
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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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.502G)

Intake Gasket

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$35.99
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. Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket (where applicable). For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • 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 where applicable
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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Best-Selling 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Upgrade your Tempest with one of our 4 best-selling Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets.

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1640)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$22.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Gskt Valve Cover (Part No.576)

Gskt Valve Cover

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$43.49
Mr. Gasket Performance Valve Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible valve cover gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1622)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$34.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1623)

Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$23.29
Fel-Pro® Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Blue Stripe® performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Top-Quality Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets for 1970 Pontiac Tempests

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Oil Pan Gasket for Pontiac Tempests and enjoy top-notch performance from $30.49.

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

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$31.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1814)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Top Picks for 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

Invest in one of our 2 durable Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets for your 1970 Pontiac, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1025)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$74.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1016)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$54.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Our Performance Intake Manifolds for 1970 Pontiac Tempests

Make a smart move for your 1970 Pontiac Tempest with our Performance Intake Manifold for $754.99.

Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 Non-EGR, Polished Finish (Part No.21561)

Performer Intake Manifold for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 Non-EGR, Polished Finish

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$754.99
Product Features:
  • Idle-5500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 5.5 in. Front Height, 6.05 in. Center Height, 6.6 in. Rear Height
  • Polished Finish
  • Non-EGR
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Top-Rated Performance Engine Brands For Your 1970 Pontiac Tempest

When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Engine for your 1970 Pontiac Tempest, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 5 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Engine brands including Competition Cams and B & M, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.1 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $223.99. Purchasing a Performance Engine from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1970 Pontiac Tempest, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Competition Cams 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Engine for your 1970 Pontiac Tempest, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Competition Cams Performance Engines. We have 3 Competition Cams Performance Engines in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $223.99 and an average cost of $679.32, you’ll find the perfect Performance Engine for your needs and budget. Competition Cams Performance Engines for the 1970 Pontiac Tempest come highly rated, with over 15 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.1 stars. Choosing a Competition Cams Performance Engine from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
from $914.99
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Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
“Worked prefect. Gave me the Hi speed blower back”
High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
from $898.99
(1)
High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
“nearly identical match for the original part”
Valve Seals, O-Ring 11/32" 1 St
from $223.99
(1)
Valve Seals, O-Ring 11/32" 1 St
“Replaced as original, super easy to install!”

Top-Quality B & M 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

For those in search of a high-quality Performance Engine for their 1970 Pontiac Tempest, Advance Auto Parts offers a great selection of B & M Performance Engines. With 1 B & M Performance Engines in stock, you can trust you’re getting top-tier parts designed for durability and a perfect fit. Prices for these Performance Engines start at just $562.99, giving you a range of options to suit your budget. Backed by over 1 customer ratings and an average rating of 4.1 stars, B & M Performance Engines provide both reliability and excellent performance. Choosing a B & M Performance Engine from Advance Auto Parts is a smart investment in your vehicle’s performance and longevity.
Tork Master 3000
from $562.99
(1)
Tork Master 3000
“good parts and very strong”

FAQs for 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1970 Pontiac Tempests?

Out of 83 Performance Engines that fit 1970 Pontiac Tempests, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1970 Pontiac Tempest range from $10.99 up to $1,365.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1970 Pontiac Tempest?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1970 Pontiac Tempest is $380.23. 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 Pontiac Tempest model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 7 model years of Pontiac Tempests between 1961 and 1969. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1969, 1968, 1967, 1966, 1965, 1964, 1963, and 1961.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1970 Pontiac Tempest?

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1970 Pontiac models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 6 other popular 1970 Pontiac models. Some of the most popular are 1970 Grand Prix Performance Engines, 1970 Bonneville Performance Engines, 1970 Firebird Performance Engines, 1970 LeMans Performance Engines, and 1970 GTO Performance Engines.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1970 Pontiac Tempest?

As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1970 Pontiac Tempest:

Can I get help with 1970 Pontiac Tempest Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Pontiac Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.