1978 Checker Marathon Camshafts
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Essential 1978 Checker Marathon Camshafts
National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99176)
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$46.49
National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.
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- Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
- Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
- Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
- Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
- Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
- Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevrolet (Part No.2102)
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- 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
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Small Block (Part No.CL12-412-8)
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$1097.99
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 – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Small Block (Part No.K12-205-2)
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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
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- 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.
Competition Cams – CAM AND LIFTER KIT, SBC 252 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.CL12-205-2)
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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
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- 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.
Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevy V8 (Part No.22015)
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Edelbrock part #22015 Rollin’ Thunder camshaft kit is designed for 1957-86 small-block Chevy V-8 applications. This complete cam kits include an Edelbrock Rollin’ Thunder hydraulic roller camshaft, hydraulic roller lifters and pushrods. The Rollin’ Thunde
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- Iron Camshaft Material
- 0.539 in. Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio
- Roller Lifter Type
- Valve Springs Required
- Assembly Lubricant Included
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.7102)
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- Designed for 1500 to 6500 Performance
- Maximum Power in High-RPM with Good Low-End Torque
- Matched to Edelbrock Performer RPM Intakes
- 10 to 12 in. of Manifold Vacuum at Idle
- More Lift and Duration than Most Street Camshafts
- Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
- Dyno Matched/Street Proven Performance
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
Competition Cams – CAM AND LIFTER KIT, SBC 284 XTREME ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.CL12-250-3)
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$326.99
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 236/242 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Small Block (Part No.CL12-433-8)
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$1097.99
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 236/242 Hydraulic Roller Cam for Chevrolet Small Block (Part No.12-433-8)
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HYDRAULIC ROLLER – Xtreme Energy Retro-Fit: Street/strip applications, 9:1+ compression, intake, headers, 2800+ stall, gears.
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- HYDRAULIC ROLLER – Xtreme Energy Retro-Fit: Street/strip applications, 9:1+ compression, intake, headers, 2800+ stall, gears.
- 288/294 Advertised Duration, 236/242 Duration @ .050″, .520″/.540″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.2201)
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- Hydraulic roller tappet style camshaft
- Reduces friction and eliminates break-in problems
- Reduces friction and eliminates break-in problems
- Permit higher valve velocities for increased performance
- Maintains good manifold vacuum and drivability
Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 291 MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC ROLLER 1 EA (Part No.12-601-8)
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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 – CAMSHAFT, SBC 284 XTREME ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-250-3)
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$258.99
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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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.
Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 295 BIG MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-602-4)
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$529.99
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.
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1750M)
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$60.99
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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1235M)
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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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1791M)
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$28.99
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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1749M)
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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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- A-Series bi-metal aluminum alloy
- Greater seizure resistance than tri-metal material
- Dramatically reduces or eliminates bearing wear
- Made with silicon to provide greater surface hardness
- Silicon particles help polish crankshaft journal to further reduce wear during operation
- Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1235M 1)
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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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1484M)
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$51.99
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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1463M)
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$32.99
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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1451M)
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$59.99
Sealed Power® Vintage components provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like new performance. Leading edge materials, ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.
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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1557M)
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$36.99
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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- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Popular 1978 Checker Marathon Camshafts Categories
1978 Checker Marathon Camshafts
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Checker Marathon. Maybe you just need a couple of Camshafts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 18 different Camshafts in our inventory ranging from $30.99 to $1,566.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Checker Marathon running smoothly.
Camshafts are only as good as their brand. We stock 4 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Checker Marathon. Sealed Power, Competition Cams, and Edelbrock 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 Camshafts for your 1978 Checker Marathon, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 14 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include CAM AND LIFTER KIT, SBC 252 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA with 1.0 stars.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Camshafts to keep your 1978 Checker Marathon 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!
Camshafts Brands To Make Your 1978 Checker Marathon Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Checker Marathon demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Camshafts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Marathon the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Camshafts brands and parts.
Popular Edelbrock Camshafts
We carry Edelbrock parts in our stock across Camshaft and Lifter Kits categories, plus more. For a 1978 Checker Marathon, our most popular Edelbrock Camshafts include:
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Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevrolet
Camshaft and Lifter Kits
FAQs for 1978 Checker Marathon Camshafts
What are the most purchased Camshafts for the 1978 Checker Marathon?
Out of 18 Camshafts for the 1978 Checker Marathon, the most popular in our inventory are:
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Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8
Camshaft and Lifter Kits
What are the top-rated 1978 Checker Marathon Camshafts?
Top-rated Camshafts for your 1978 Checker Marathon based on customer reviews/ratings are:
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CAM AND LIFTER KIT, SBC 252 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA
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