1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts
Keep Your 1971 Buick Centurion in Top Shape with Quality Camshafts
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Camshaft, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1971 Buick Centurion looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Camshafts, Camshaft Followers, and Camshaft Plugs. 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 1971 Buick Centurion Camshaft at Advance Auto Parts is around $188.66, with a range that starts at $2.99 and goes up to $553.99. With 3 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Engine Valve Lifter, Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In. SC, Height 0.380 (Sold by each), and Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 400, 430, 455 start at just $2.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Camshaft, don’t forget to check out other key components like Engine Gaskets and Seals and Engine Timing Parts. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1971 Buick Centurion in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts
Looking for the perfect Camshaft for your 1971 Buick Centurion? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Camshafts that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Camshafts, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Buick Centurion. Whether you’re driving a 1971 model or another popular model year like
1972 and
1973, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Camshafts 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 Camshafts that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-969)
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$8.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-214-4)
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$288.99
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.
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- 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 – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-450-8)
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$549.99
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 – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.51-600-5)
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$341.99
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 – Xtreme Energy 248/254 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-444-8)
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$549.99
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 – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-602-8)
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$549.99
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 – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-408-8)
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$549.99
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 Roller Cam (Part No.12-422-8)
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$549.99
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 – CAMSHAFT, SBC 291 MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC ROLLER 1 EA (Part No.12-601-8)
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$549.99
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
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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 – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 242/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-602-5)
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$341.99
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/Drag Race 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-213-3)
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$258.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Street/strip special, 3000 stall, headers, gears, 9.5:1+ compression. Very rough idle. OR Drag Race: 3000+ stall in heavy car with 10:1+ compression.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Street/strip special, 3000 stall, headers, gears, 9.5:1+ compression. Very rough idle. OR Drag Race: 3000+ stall in heavy car with 10:1+ compression.
- 292/292 Advertised Duration, 244/244 Duration @ .050″, .501″/.501″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-254-3)
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$258.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear and 3300+ stall.
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- HYDRAULIC: Pro Street/bracket, needs good intake, headers, gear & 3300+ stall.
- 294/306 Advertised Duration, 250/256 Duration @ .050″, .519″/.523″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-600-5)
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$341.99
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 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-211-2)
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$254.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
- 270/270 Advertised Duration, 224/224 Duration @ .050″, .470″/.470″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In. SC, Height 0.380 (Sold by each) (Part No.555-048)
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$2.99
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Popular 1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts Categories
Most Popular Camshaft for 1971 Buick Centurions
Enhance your 1971 Buick Centurion with this popular Camshaft we have in stock, for $553.99.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 400, 430, 455 (Part No.96-601-5)
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$553.99
Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 400, 430, 455
Best-Selling 1971 Buick Centurion Camshaft Follower
Upgrade your Centurion with our best-selling Camshaft Follower.
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-969)
from
$8.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Top-Quality Camshaft Plugs for 1971 Buick Centurions
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Camshaft Plug for Buick Centurions and enjoy top-notch performance from $2.99.
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In. SC, Height 0.380 (Sold by each) (Part No.555-048)
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$2.99
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
FAQs for 1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts
What are the best-selling Camshafts for 1971 Buick Centurions?
Out of 3 Camshafts that fit 1971 Buick Centurions, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Engine Valve Lifter (5688736) – $8.99
- Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In. SC, Height 0.380 (Sold by each) (22140448) – $2.99
- Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 400, 430, 455 (50287078) – $553.99
What’s the price range for 1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts?
The prices of Camshafts for the 1971 Buick Centurion range from $2.99 up to $553.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Camshaft for a 1971 Buick Centurion?
The average price for Camshafts for the 1971 Buick Centurion is $188.66. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Camshaft category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
What are the cheapest Camshafts for my 1971 Buick Centurion?
The cheapest 1971 Buick Centurion Camshafts we carry are:
- Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In. SC, Height 0.380 (Sold by each) (22140448) – $2.99
- Engine Valve Lifter (5688736) – $8.99
- Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 400, 430, 455 (50287078) – $553.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Camshafts for any other 1971 Buick models?
Yes. We stock Camshafts for 7 other popular 1971 Buick models. Some of the most popular are 1971 LeSabre Camshafts, 1971 Skylark Camshafts, 1971 Riviera Camshafts, 1971 Electra Camshafts, and 1971 Estate Wagon Camshafts.
What types of Camshafts do you sell for my 1971 Buick Centurion?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Camshafts for a 1971 Buick Centurion:
Can I get help with 1971 Buick Centurion Camshaft orders?
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What is your return policy for Buick Centurion Camshafts?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Buick Centurion Camshafts and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.