1971 Chevrolet K20 Suburban Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1971 Chevrolet K20 Suburban Performance and Racing Products

Mr. Gasket – Starter Motor Heat Shield (Part No.3678)

Starter Motor Heat Shield

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$43.99
Fits Chevy small block 265-400 CID, Chevy big block 396-454 CID, & 90 degree Chevy V6. The Starter Motor Heat Shield is built with heat-resistant material sandwiched between two aluminum plates. The shield protects the starter from heat buildup from the exhaust system, especially important when using headers.

Product Features:
  • Designed to prevent starter overheat due to extreme exhaust temperature
  • Heat resistant material sandwiched between 2 aluminum plates
  • Protects Starter From High Temperatures
  • Made Of 2 Sheets Of Aluminum Heat Resistant Center
  • Natural Finish
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Mallory – Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8 (Part No.501)

Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8

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$134.99
Put an end to high maintenance point ignition systems by installing a proven Mallory Unilite ignition conversion kit. Features at a glance, improves performance and fuel efficiency, easy to install with simple hand tools, reduced maintenance and is available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • Easy Installation
  • Improved Fuel Economy
  • Reduced Maintenance
  • Accurate Timing
  • Improved Performance
  • Provides A Simple Conversion
  • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley (Part No.4961G)

Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley

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$81.99
Replace your stock black engine pulleys with a pair of chrome plated steel pulleys from Mr. Gasket. The pulleys are highly polished then chrome plated for lasting beauty. Designed for big block Chevy 396,402,427,454 engines with 5/8 inch water pump shaft.

Product Features:
  • Highly Polished For Lasting Beauty
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Accel – Points Eliminator Kit (Part No.2010)

Points Eliminator Kit

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$105.99
Put an end to high maintenance points ignition systems by installing an ACCEL points eliminator ignition conversion kit. By utilizing specialized electronic circuitry and an infrared signal, ignition timing is stable from 1 to 10,000 RPM. More accurate ignition timing than any other type of system. Improves performance and fuel efficiency. Easy to install with simple hand tools. Reduced maintenance-eliminates changing points forever. Latest thermal clad based surface mount construction for maximum dependability and long life. Available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • More Accurate Ignition Timing
  • Improves Performance And Fuel Economy
  • Provides More Accurate Ignition Timing
  • Easy To Install w/Hand Tools
  • Reduced Maintenance
  • Thermal Clad Based Surface Mount Construction
  • Utilizes Specialized Electronic Circuitry
  • Ignition Timing Is Stable From 1 To 10000rpm
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance (Part No.8361)

Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance

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$399.99
The street Pro-Billet is a popular route for people looking for proven race performance for their street cars. A vacuum advance canister provides economy and the proven MSD mechanical advance gives you the opportunity to dial-in a timing curve to fit your needs. Inside, an oversized steel shaft is QPQ coated for low friction and rides in a sealed ball bearing at the top of the distributor with an extra-long sintered bushing at the bottom. This combination keeps the shaft steady creating accurate spark delivery at any RPM. The street Pro-Billet relies on a magnetic pick-up to trigger the MSD Ignition control which delivers the powerful sparks to the coil. This pick-up is extremely accurate and never needs adjusting.

Product Features:
  • Designed for street/performance use w/mechanical or vacuum adv.
  • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/An HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Accepts Cap-A-Dapts
  • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
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Mr. Gasket – Enhancement Products (Part No.2060)

Enhancement Products

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$10.49
This chrome plated breather, embossed with a Mr. Gasket logo, is perfect for race car vacuum balance systems and OEM use. It fits any 1 1/4 inch diameter hole. It has metal baffle/foam element with 1 inch outer diameter neck and 5/8 inch outer diameter breather tube.

Product Features:
  • Internally battled
  • High-porosity filter
  • Ideal for high performance
  • Includes rubber grommet
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Mr. Gasket – Timing Tab (Part No.4598)

Timing Tab

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$15.99
Bolts on with existing timing cover bolts. It is chrome plated steel, which makes is a better compliment to a chrome timing cover. It also has an adjustable red timing pointer. This allows for better visibility and helps you set your timing more easily. Just loosen the screw, set the pointer to the desired initial timing level, and screw it back down. Then you’ll be able to more clearly see if your timing is where you want it when checking your timing.

Product Features:
  • Bolts on using existing timing cover bolts
  • Chrome finish compliments chrome timing covers
  • Red adjustable pointer makes it easier to check timing
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Spectre – Oil Pan Big Block Chevy (Part No.5505)

Oil Pan Big Block Chevy

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$103.99
Spectre’s Oil Pan was designed for 1965-1990 Big Block Chevrolet 396-454 engines. This stock capacity pan features a raw finish and durable steel construction. Precision engineered for optimum fit and function, this high quality OEM replacement part is easy to install.

Product Features:
  • For 1965-1990 big block Chevrolet 396-454
  • Stock capacity
  • Easy to install with no special tools or skills required
  • Does not fit GEN V engine with one-piece rear main seal
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Cap and Rotor; MSD/GM V8 Points (Part No.8442)

Distributor Cap and Rotor; MSD/GM V8 Points

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$49.49
The cap and rotor of any ignition system must be considered maintenance items. Just as you change the oil and filter of your car, you should always replace the cap and rotor as a set. To make things easy, we now offer these cap and rotor replacement kits.

Product Features:
  • Fits MSD/GM V8 Distributors
  • Made from high quality materials
  • Brass terminals
  • High dielectric properties
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Energy Suspension – Leaf Spring Bushing Set (Part No.3.2112G)

Leaf Spring Bushing Set

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$74.99
Adds a dramatic amount of performance and durability to any vehicle, cars, trucks and SUVs. Helps the vehicle be in control – when maneuvering through turns, during standing start accelerations, braking, even over bumps and berms. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane which lasts 5 -10 times longer than conventional rubber components.

Product Features:
  • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
  • Adds Dramatic Amount of Performance/Durability
  • Helps Vehicle Be in Control
  • Allows the Suspension to Function Properly
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9730)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5703, 5794
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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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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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.179)

Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$36.99
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.brbrThese gaskets are .312 inch thick. That’s substantially thicker than stock which can allow for additional valve train clearance. brbrFits Chevrolet 262,265,267,283,307,327,350,400 Gen I Small Block with Perimeter Bolt Valve Covers.

Product Features:
  • Provides Excellent Flange Sealing And Durability
  • For High-Performance Street, Drag Race & Oval Track Use
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Competition Cams – Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set (Part No.7513-16)

Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set

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$157.99
Magnum Pushrods from COMP Cams offer an affordable solution for your .080″ wall chromemoly pushrod needs. Designed to withstand the stresses of a high performance engine, Magnum Pushrods are head-treated for extended durability and have precision formed, reinforced ends. Magnum Pushrods are black-oxide finished with their part number and length laser etched onto the surface for easy identification.

Product Features:
  • 3/8″ Diameter, 7.800″ Length
  • Magnum Pushrods for Small Block Chevy
  • One-piece .080″ wall chromemoly steel tubing
  • Heat-treated for extended durability and guide plate compatibility
  • Precision formed and reinforced pushrod end
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Competition Cams – FUEL PUMP PUSH ROD, CHEVY 1 EA (Part No.4607)

FUEL PUMP PUSH ROD, CHEVY 1 EA

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$53.99
When a high pressure fuel pump is run with a steel roller cam core, the stock fuel pump pushrod is not compatible with the steel core. You can damage an expensive roller cam as a result of wear at the fuel pump lobe. COMP Cams offers several fuel pump pushrods for various applications.

Product Features:
  • Lightweight tubing with bronze tip for steel cams
  • 5.75″ Length
  • Eliminates wear at the fuel pump lobe often caused by a stock fuel pump pushrod
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Rancho – Dual Steering Damper Kit (Part No.RS98501)

Dual Steering Damper Kit

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$251.99
Designed to reduce wheel shimmy and end vibration caused by larger tires, the Rancho® steering stabilizer kit cuts down on steering arm fatigue to improve handling. The kit includes two Rancho RS5000® steering stabilizers and installation brackets.

Product Features:
  • COMPATIBILITY — Designed for a variety of trucks and SUVs from Chevrolet®, GMC®, Ford®, Dodge®, Jeep® and Plymouth®
  • IMPROVED HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE — Reduces wheel shimmy, bump steer and vibration which helps minimize on- or off-road driver fatigue
  • ACCOMMODATES LARGER TIRES — Engineered for vehicles with oversized wheels and tires.
  • ENGINEERED TO LAST — Features protective boot to shield shock rod and oil seal and 0.25-in. high-strength, low-alloy steel bracket construction for long life
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Includes one Rancho RS5000® steering stabilizer and brackets that bolt directly to factory steering linkage with included mounting hardware, no modifications needed
  • RESISTS CORROSION — Durable black powder-coated and/or zinc-plated brackets resist rust and corrosion
  • PRECISION DESIGN — Brackets are CNC cut and bent to exact specifications for a perfect fit
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Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13119G)

Tie Rod Dust Boot

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$8.99
Repair torn and worn-out boots of suspension tie rod ends – without having to buy the entire and expensive tie rod. Adds durability surpassing most OEM rubber boots. Exclusive 5 point sealing action. Choose from four sizes and round or octagon styles. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane for added performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Material
  • Saves Your Tie Rods
  • Lasts Longer
  • Looks Great
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Mr. Gasket – Header Bolt Set (Part No.2210G)

Header Bolt Set

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$41.99
Made of high quality stainless steel. These bolts will brighten up your hot rod, or improve the looks of your race car.

Product Features:
  • Bright Ball Burnish Finish
  • Made From 304 Stainless
  • Compact Hex Head Is Ideal Where Space Is Limited
  • 12 Per Set
  • Resist corrosion and provides a clean professional appearance
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; SBC; Socket Distributor Cap over VC (Part No.5565)

Wire Set; Street Fire; SBC; Socket Distributor Cap over VC

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$72.99
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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Edelbrock – Performer 1406 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet (Part No.1406)

Performer 1406 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet

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$428.99
The Edelbrock 1406 Performer Series 600 CFM electric choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characteristics make the 1406 Performer Series 600 CFM electric choke carburetor an outstanding street performer. The first one is that metering rods are utilized to transition between circuits. The carburetor is unaffected by engine backfires, which means that there are no power valves to blow out, and the rods can be changed in seconds without carburetor removal or fuel draining. Secondly, the carburetor has the unique ability to “hold a tune”, so once it is tuned, the carburetor stay’s tuned. What this means to you is that compared to other carburetors, the performance remains consistent and the calibration stays unchanged. The lightweight all-aluminum body features a two-piece body that resists warping and is compatible with gasohol and blended fuels. The simple tub-type bowls and rear-pivot floats all contribute to a carburetor that’s reliable, user-friendly and is easily tunable for miles and miles of trouble-free operation.

Product Features:
  • Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
  • Electric Choke
  • 4 Barrel Count
  • Square Bore
  • Smooth Secondary Transition
  • Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
  • Includes PCV Outlet
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Edelbrock – Front Timing Cover Gasket Set #6997 For Small-Block Chevy, With Front Seal (Part No.6997)

Front Timing Cover Gasket Set #6997 For Small-Block Chevy, With Front Seal

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$17.99
Product Features:
  • For Small-Block Chevy
  • One Piece Configuration
  • Includes Front Cover Gasket & Front Seal
  • Includes Necessary Gaskets & Crankshaft Oil Seal
  • For Replacement Or Installation
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Hooker Headers – Competition Header (Part No.2463HKR)

Competition Header

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$410.99
LS1 full length engine swap header fits 66-72 Chevelle, El Camino, Monte Carlo and Sprint applications. Hooker has a complete line of engine swap headers, front frame mounts and transmission mounts for popular engine swaps. Available for Chevy, Chrysler and Ford small block and big block engines. Hooker swap headers and mounts are designed to provide an exact fit when used together. Hooker swap headers add the extra horsepower and torque the serious enthusiast demands. Hooker Headers are the best single improvement you can make.

Product Features:
  • High Performance
  • Affordable
  • Durable 16 Gauge Material
  • Welds Easier
  • Lasts Longer
  • Heat Cured
  • High Heat Resistant
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Hays – Power Train (Part No.10-330)

Power Train

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$499.99
Hays aluminum flywheels are manufactured from certified billet material that will not break up under the stress of high RPM and severe punishment of racing. Features replaceable steel surface insert. Precision balanced to either neutral (internal) or Detroit (external) specifications. Meets SFI specification 1.1 for racing.

Product Features:
  • Certified Billet Material
  • Borg and Beck Clutch Pattern
  • Long-Style Clutch Pattern
  • Ring Gear Securely Mounted To Prevent Spinning
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K&N – Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration (Part No.E-1120)

Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration

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$149.99
K&N performance High-Flow Air Filters are engineered to improve engine performance. Unlike disposable paper filters which must be frequently replaced, K&N Air Filters are washable, reusable, and engineered to last for the life of your vehicle or outdoor power small engine. Engineered to fit easily into your factory air box, installation can be completed in a matter of minutes! K&N develops and tests each product on the world┐s toughest race tracks, so we can bring the highest level of performance to your daily driving. Join the millions of customers who have saved money and improved vehicle performance by upgrading to K&N filtration.

Product Features:
  • ENGINEERED POWER: State-of-the-art air filter media is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration as well as improve overall engine performance
  • RUGGED CONSTRUCTION: K&N Air Filters are manufactured with durable, premium materials and state-of-the-art construction methods to last a lifetime
  • 4 LAYERS OF PROTECTION: Multiple layers of premium cotton gauze treated with a specially-designed tacking agent work together to create an intricate mesh of engine filter media that is designed to block and trap harmful contaminants
  • CLEAN ONCE EVERY 5 YEARS: Engine air filter only needs cleaning every 75,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions (based on the average miles driven per year of 15,000 miles)
  • ULTIMATE LONGEVITY: No-hassle lifetime warranty on stock replacement K&N air filters- limitations apply
  • EASY INSTALLATION: K&N Air Filters are pre-treated and ready to drop into your factory air box- they are one of the easiest and most cost-effective vehicle upgrades for quick performance gains
  • ECO-FRIENDLY: Using a washable, reusable engine air filter helps reduce replacement air filter waste- a K&N air filter is designed to last longer than 10 or more disposable filters
  • MADE IN USA: K&N Air Filters are proudly made in the USA for trusted quality & reliability
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Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1131G)

Head Gasket

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$32.99
Mr. Gasket Steel Shim Cylinder Head Gaskets are for high performance street machines, drag racing and oval track racing. With today’s extreme compression ratios you need stronger more durable gaskets. Mr. Gasket steel shim gaskets are made from .020 inch steel shim stock which is thinner than most composite gaskets increasing engine compression. Stress formed embossments will seal the extreme cylinder pressure.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from .020″ steel shim stock.
  • Thinner than composition head gaskets – increases engine compression.
  • Stress formed embossments seal extreme cylinder pressures.
  • For high performance street, drag race and oval track use.
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Competition Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs (Part No.1074)

Ultra Seal: Competition Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs

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$85.09
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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Weiand – Team G; Intake Manifold (Part No.7531)

Team G; Intake Manifold

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$999.99


Product Features:
  • Designed For Today’s Larger Cubic Inch Big Block
  • Perfect For Hard Core Drag Racers
  • Permanent Mold Casting Process
  • For Lighter And More Consistent Castings
  • Dyno Proven To Make 17hp More Than Competitors
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Accel – Contact Set Hp 32 Oz (Part No.110128)

Contact Set Hp 32 Oz

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$54.39
Heavy duty points sets are quipped with extra think contack arms to prevent flexing at high RPMS. Large radiused tungsten contants provide crisp circuit breaking for peak coil output. High strength phenolic rubbing blocks provide superior durability when used with heavy duty spring tension.

Product Features:
  • Extra Thick Contact Arms
  • Large Radius Tungsten Contacts
  • High Strength Phenolic Rubbing Blocks
  • Prevents Points Float
  • Moisture-Proof Buna-N Condenser
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Tie Rod Dust Boot
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Tie Rod Dust Boot
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Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

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Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading
“Can’t go wrong with Mr Gasket”
Performance Exhaust Gasket Set for Enhanced Sealing and Durability
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Performance Exhaust Gasket Set for Enhanced Sealing and Durability
“Put new headers on motor”
High Output Mechanical Fuel Pump - 110 GPH Free Flow
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High Output Mechanical Fuel Pump – 110 GPH Free Flow
“Used it in my 1930 hot rod.”