1979 AMC Spirit Performance Engines

Essential 1979 AMC Spirit Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for AMC 290-401 V8 (Part No.2132)

Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for AMC 290-401 V8

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$353.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched To Performer Intakes PN[2131/3731]
  • 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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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5932)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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$89.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Edelbrock – Performer AMC; Intake Manifold (Part No.37311)

Performer AMC; Intake Manifold

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$627.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish (Part No.2131)

Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish

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$424.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Not for Stock Motorcraft Spread Bore Carburetor
  • Two Center Bolt Holes are Offset
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Edelbrock – Performer AMC; Intake Manifold (Part No.21311)

Performer AMC; Intake Manifold

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$592.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Not for Stock Motorcraft Spread Bore Carburetor
  • Two Center Bolt Holes are Offset
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Edelbrock – Performer EGR AMC Intake Manifold (Part No.3731)

Performer EGR AMC Intake Manifold

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$484.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Mr. Gasket – OilPanGasketSet (Part No.890)

OilPanGasketSet

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$35.99
OilPanGasketSet

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Oil Pan Gasket Set (Part No.1813)

Engine Oil Pan Gasket Set

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$15.29
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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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1967-1991 AMC 290-304-343; 360-390-401 (Part No.7213)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1967-1991 AMC 290-304-343; 360-390-401

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$27.99


Product Features:
  • Clean Positive Seal
  • Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
  • Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Intake Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.1232)

Performance Intake Manifold Gasket Set

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$29.19
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro performance intake manifold gaskets have been tested with virtually all aftermarket cylinder head and intake manifold combinations.
  • Performance intake manifold gaskets designed without a metal core, to allow engine builders to trim the gasket for exact fit on modified ports.
  • Exc. Super Duty Engines.
  • Printoseal® elastomeric sealing beads to provide extra sealing strength around the intake port.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.800G)

Intake Gasket

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$40.99
Mr. Gasket standard intake gasket sets are manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber, for excellent sealing and durability. They’re precision die-cut for each specific application to ensure a great fit, and can be custom-trimmed for modified ports where needed. The sets come complete with all necessary seals and block-off plates.

Product Features:
  • Forms an airtight leak proof seal
  • Precision die cut for excellent seal and fit
  • Can be trimmed to meet your specifications
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1015-1)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$58.99
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.
  • Copper wire rings to essentially eliminate head brinelling and bending.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for AMC/Jeep (Part No.7372)

Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for AMC/Jeep

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$171.99
The Edelbrock #7372?head gaskets provide the best sealing solution and are matched to Edelbrock cylinder heads for optimal performance. Edelbrock relies on industry leading head gasket manufactures to ensure our head gasket sets will provide the best fit

Product Features:
  • Head: 4.275″ Bore/0.045″ Thick/10.60cc Vol.
  • Intake: 1.13″x2.21″ Port/.030″ Thick
  • Exhaust: 1.80″x1.30″ Port
  • 3/16″ Valve Cover
  • Multi Piece Configuration
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1015)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$44.49
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.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
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Edelbrock – Water Pump AMC Long Style 1973-Later (Part No.8832)

Water Pump AMC Long Style 1973-Later

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$347.99
Edelbrock #8832 Water Pump AMC long style 1973-later ideal to prevent overheating in street rods and street machines, as well as in tow rigs and motorhomes. Using state-of-the-art racing technology, Edelbrock has designed these “super cooling” Water Pumps

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 4.1875 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Satin Finish
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1979 AMC Spirit Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 AMC Spirit. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 11 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $27.99 to $627.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 AMC Spirit running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 2 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1979 AMC Spirit. Edelbrock and Mr. Gasket 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 1979 AMC Spirit, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1979 AMC Spirit 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 1979 AMC Spirit Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 AMC Spirit 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 Spirit the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Edelbrock Performance Engines

We carry Edelbrock parts in our stock across Performance Intake Manifolds categories, plus more. For a 1979 AMC Spirit, our most popular Edelbrock Performance Engines include:
Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish
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Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish
Performance Intake Manifolds

FAQs for 1979 AMC Spirit Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1979 AMC Spirit?

Out of 11 Performance Engines for the 1979 AMC Spirit, the most popular in our inventory are:
Performer EGR AMC Intake Manifold
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Performer EGR AMC Intake Manifold
Performance Intake Manifolds
Intake Gasket
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Intake Gasket
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
Intake Manifold Gasket for 1967-1991 AMC 290-304-343; 360-390-401
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Intake Manifold Gasket for 1967-1991 AMC 290-304-343; 360-390-401
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets