1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products

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Essential Performance and Racing Products for 1979 Chevrolet C50s

Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2471S)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$53.99
Knowing your coolant temperature can help to prevent burn injuries. Thermocap Cap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature. This is useful information prior to cap removal. Never attempt to remove Thermocap Cap when the coolant temperature is very hot. The escaping hot coolant and steam may burn you. Reclamation valve works great with your coolant recovery system. Your radiator can reclaim coolant from your overflow bottle. Wide 30 degree to 270 degree F temperature range. Calibrated in centigrade and Fahrenheit. Color-coded temperature ranges.

Product Features:
  • Indicates Coolant Temperature
  • Helps to Prevent Injuries from coolant or steam burns
  • Integrated Coolant Reclamation Valve
  • Improves Underhood Appearance
  • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
  • Various valve pressures available
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Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470B)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$55.99
The fastest, easiest way to know exactly when it’s safe to open your radiator cap. ThermoCap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature.

Product Features:
  • Indicates coolant temperature
  • Helps prevent coolant injuries
  • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
  • Color-coded temperature ranges
  • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
  • Improves under-hood appearance
  • Chromed crown with a colored trim ring
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 670 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80670)

Street Carburetor: 670 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$699.99
Square flange bolt pattern. Performance calibrated. The ultimate vacuum secondary street performance upgrade.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Optimized Street Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • No Unnecessary Trips Back To The Parts Store
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Off Road Carbs (Part No.0-90670)

Off Road Carbs

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$819.99
The off-road truck avenger is designed specifically for off-road applications. The unique fuel metering block eliminates fuel spillover through the boosters at extreme angles allowing for 40 degree climbing, 30 degree side hill maneuvers and nose-down descents to avoid hesitations, stalling and flooding typically associated with carbs in an off road environment. The 470 CFM off-road truck avenger is the perfect carburetor for 4 cylinder, V-6, and inline 6 cylinder engines. Viton(R) is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers.

Product Features:
  • Gold Dichromate Finish For Extreme Off Road Environments
  • Single Feed Fuel Inlet For Ease Of Installation
  • Optimized Off-Road Calibration That Works Out-Of-The-Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • One Piece Off-Road Vent Tube Eliminates Fuel Spillover
  • Metering Block For Flood Free Op. 40 deg. Climb/30 deg. Side Hill
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty Defects In Material/Workmanship
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 600 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80457S)

Street Carburetor: 600 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny

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$509.99
Holley’s new 0-80457SA is constructed from aluminum which compared to its zinc counterpart equates to a weight savings of 40%! Holley’s aluminum 0-80457SA will hold its shine longer and also can be hand polished for a custom look! Its 600 CFM of airflow,

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
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Holley – Prem Street Carbs (Avengers) (Part No.0-80770)

Prem Street Carbs (Avengers)

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$716.99
Square flange bolt pattern. Performance calibrated. The ultimate vacuum secondary street performance upgrade.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Optimized Street Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • No Unnecessary Trips Back To The Parts Store
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Competition Cams – XE 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL11-254-4)

XE 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit

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$390.99
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.

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.
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-600-8)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit

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$1152.99
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:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-601-4)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit

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$963.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
  • 287/305 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .489″/.476″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – XE Computer Control 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-249-4)

XE Computer Control 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit

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$390.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Great in throttle body, crossfire or carbureted engine and 305 TPI.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Great in throttle body, crossfire or carbureted engine and 305 TPI.
  • 249/260 Advertised Duration, 206/212 Duration @ .050″, .434″/.444″ Lift, 112 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-600-4)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit

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$914.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Thumpr : High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+ converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Thumpr : High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+ converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
  • 279/297 Advertised Duration, 227/241 Duration @ .050″, .479″/.465″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL12-602-4)

Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit

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$914.99
SMALL BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Big Mutha’ Thumpr: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Big Mutha’ Thumpr: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.
  • 295/313 Advertised Duration, 243/257 Duration @ .050″, .500″/.486″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K11-246-3)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit

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$643.99
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.

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.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-250-3)

Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$259.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Street/strip, 2800+ stall, rough idle. 9.5:1+ compression.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Street/strip, 2800+ stall, rough idle. 9.5:1+ compression.
  • 284/296 Advertised Duration, 240/246 Duration @ .050″, .574″/.578″ 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 – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-230-2)

Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$226.99
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,

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.
See More

Competition Cams – Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-601-4)

Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$395.99
HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
  • 287/304 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .510″/.495″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-212-2)

Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$226.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Great for street machines. Needs 2200+ stall, headers and gears. Rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Great for street machines. Needs 2200+ stall, headers and gears. Rough idle.
  • 280/280 Advertised Duration, 230/230 Duration @ .050″, .480″/.480″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-242-3)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$259.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Good for street machines, slightly rough idle, stock converter will work but best with 1800+ stall.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Good for street machines, slightly rough idle, stock converter will work but best with 1800+ stall.
  • 268/280 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .515″/.520″ 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 – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-242-2)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$251.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, better with 2000 stall.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, better with 2000 stall.
  • 268/280 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .477″/.480″ 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 – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-601-4)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
  • 287/305 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .489″/.476″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Upgrade your 1979 Chevrolet C50 with Top-Quality Performance and Racing Products

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1979 Chevrolet C50, nothing is more important than using high-quality OEM or aftermarket parts that you can trust. Whether you’re repairing damage to your Chevrolet or enhancing its overall performance, Performance and Racing Products are key to keeping your C50 functioning at its best. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer a wide selection of 31 Performance and Racing Products for the 1979 Chevrolet C50, designed to meet your needs without breaking the bank. From Performance Fuel System replacements to Performance Radiators upgrades, we’ve got you covered with parts that fit your vehicle perfectly and ensure long-lasting performance.

Affordable Prices and Wide Selection

Shopping for Performance and Racing Products for any vehicle can be a hassle, especially if you’re on a budget. But with Advance Auto Parts, you can find high-quality Performance and Racing Products for your 1979 Chevrolet C50 at great prices. Our Performance and Racing Products inventory for this model ranges from just $17.79 to $2,298.00, with an average price of $521.78. Our 31 Performance and Racing Products in stock come from 3 trusted brands, so you’re sure to find the right part for your 1979 Chevrolet C50 without overspending.

Top Brands and High Customer Satisfaction

Advance Auto Parts takes pride in offering only the best brands in the automotive industry. For your 1979 Chevrolet C50, we stock popular OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products from top names like Holley Competition Cams, and more. Holley Performance and Racing Products start at just $509.99 and boast an impressive 4.2 stars average rating from customers. With 492 customer reviews and counting, our 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products have a strong track record of reliability, ensuring you can trust your purchase.

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While you’re here, don’t forget to check out other essential categories that go hand in hand with Performance and Racing Product upgrades. Explore related part types like Fluids and Chemicals, Alternators and Starters and more to make sure your 1979 Chevrolet C50 is always ready to roll. We’re committed to providing you with everything you need to keep your C50 in top shape, all in one place. Start shopping confidently below for your 1979 Chevrolet C50!

Best-Selling Performance Fuel Systems for 1979 Chevrolet C50s

Enhance the driving experience in your Chevrolet with 4 quality Performance Fuel System components, starting at $509.99.

Holley – Street Carburetor: 600 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80457S)

Street Carburetor: 600 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny

from

$509.99
Holley’s new 0-80457SA is constructed from aluminum which compared to its zinc counterpart equates to a weight savings of 40%! Holley’s aluminum 0-80457SA will hold its shine longer and also can be hand polished for a custom look! Its 600 CFM of airflow,

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
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Holley – Prem Street Carbs (Avengers) (Part No.0-80770)

Prem Street Carbs (Avengers)

from

$716.99
Square flange bolt pattern. Performance calibrated. The ultimate vacuum secondary street performance upgrade.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Optimized Street Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • No Unnecessary Trips Back To The Parts Store
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 670 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80670)

Street Carburetor: 670 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$699.99
Square flange bolt pattern. Performance calibrated. The ultimate vacuum secondary street performance upgrade.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Optimized Street Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • No Unnecessary Trips Back To The Parts Store
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Off Road Carbs (Part No.0-90670)

Off Road Carbs

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$819.99
The off-road truck avenger is designed specifically for off-road applications. The unique fuel metering block eliminates fuel spillover through the boosters at extreme angles allowing for 40 degree climbing, 30 degree side hill maneuvers and nose-down descents to avoid hesitations, stalling and flooding typically associated with carbs in an off road environment. The 470 CFM off-road truck avenger is the perfect carburetor for 4 cylinder, V-6, and inline 6 cylinder engines. Viton(R) is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers.

Product Features:
  • Gold Dichromate Finish For Extreme Off Road Environments
  • Single Feed Fuel Inlet For Ease Of Installation
  • Optimized Off-Road Calibration That Works Out-Of-The-Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • One Piece Off-Road Vent Tube Eliminates Fuel Spillover
  • Metering Block For Flood Free Op. 40 deg. Climb/30 deg. Side Hill
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty Defects In Material/Workmanship
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Most Popular 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance Radiators

Customize your Chevrolet with 2 Performance Radiators products like Performance Radiator Caps, all priced under $55.99.

Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2471S)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

from

$53.99
Knowing your coolant temperature can help to prevent burn injuries. Thermocap Cap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature. This is useful information prior to cap removal. Never attempt to remove Thermocap Cap when the coolant temperature is very hot. The escaping hot coolant and steam may burn you. Reclamation valve works great with your coolant recovery system. Your radiator can reclaim coolant from your overflow bottle. Wide 30 degree to 270 degree F temperature range. Calibrated in centigrade and Fahrenheit. Color-coded temperature ranges.

Product Features:
  • Indicates Coolant Temperature
  • Helps to Prevent Injuries from coolant or steam burns
  • Integrated Coolant Reclamation Valve
  • Improves Underhood Appearance
  • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
  • Various valve pressures available
See More

Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470B)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

from

$55.99
The fastest, easiest way to know exactly when it’s safe to open your radiator cap. ThermoCap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature.

Product Features:
  • Indicates coolant temperature
  • Helps prevent coolant injuries
  • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
  • Color-coded temperature ranges
  • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
  • Improves under-hood appearance
  • Chromed crown with a colored trim ring
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Top Picks for 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance Engines

Upgrade Chevrolet C50s with top-quality Performance Engines parts, including 25 OEM and aftermarket selections for your 1979 model.

Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL11-205-3)

High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit

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$637.99
BIG BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – High Energy: Performance with slight rough idle in 396. Great for heavy towing in 454 c.i.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Big Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Performance with slight rough idle in 396. Great for heavy towing in 454 c.i.
  • 268/268 Advertised Duration, 218/218 Duration @ .050″, .485″/.485″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-234-3)

Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

from

$259.99
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,

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.
See More

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-242-3)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

from

$259.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Good for street machines, slightly rough idle, stock converter will work but best with 1800+ stall.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Good for street machines, slightly rough idle, stock converter will work but best with 1800+ stall.
  • 268/280 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .515″/.520″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
See More

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-250-3)

Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam

from

$259.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Street/strip, 2800+ stall, rough idle. 9.5:1+ compression.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Street/strip, 2800+ stall, rough idle. 9.5:1+ compression.
  • 284/296 Advertised Duration, 240/246 Duration @ .050″, .574″/.578″ 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 – Magnum 262/262 Solid Roller Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.K11-693-8)

Magnum 262/262 Solid Roller Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$2298.00
Magnum 262/262 Solid Roller Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – XE 242/248 Solid Roller Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.CL11-771-8)

XE 242/248 Solid Roller Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$1712.00
XE 242/248 Solid Roller Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.K11-318-4)

Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$1008.00
Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – Magnum 248/248 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.K11-219-4)

Magnum 248/248 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$1006.00
Magnum 248/248 Solid Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – Cam & Lifter Kit, Bbc 295T Big Mutha Thumpr Hyd 1 Kt (Part No.CL11-602-4)

Cam & Lifter Kit, Bbc 295T Big Mutha Thumpr Hyd 1 Kt

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$937.99
BIG BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Big Mutha’ Thumpr: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Big Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Big Mutha’ Thumpr: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.
  • 295/312 Advertised Duration, 243/257 Duration @ .050″, .522″/.507″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Xtreme 4×4 210/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.K11-231-3)

Xtreme 4x4 210/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$905.99
Xtreme 4×4 210/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – Computer Controlled 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.K11-302-4)

Computer Controlled 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$873.99
Computer Controlled 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K11-214-4)

Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit

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$678.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K11-246-3)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit

from

$643.99
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.

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.
See More

Competition Cams – Blower 255/262 Solid Roller Cam for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.11-694-8)

Blower 255/262 Solid Roller Cam for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$611.99
Blower 255/262 Solid Roller Cam for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

Competition Cams – Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.CL11-318-4)

Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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$559.99
Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454

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Competition Cams – Xtreme 4×4 218/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.CL11-235-3)

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Competition Cams – Xtreme 4×4 226/234 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.CL11-239-3)

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Competition Cams – Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.11-601-4)

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HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
  • 287/304 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .510″/.495″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – XE 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL11-254-4)

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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.

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.
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Competition Cams – Magnum/O-Track 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL11-213-3)

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BIG BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Magnum: Street/strip applications. 10:1+ compression, 3000+ stall or 4 speed. 4.10 or lower gears and aftermarket intake. Very rough idle. OR Oval Track: Good for hobby stock in 454 where hydraulic lifters must be used.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Big Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Street/strip applications. 10:1+ compression, 3000+ stall or 4 speed. 4.10 or lower gears and aftermarket intake. Very rough idle. OR Oval Track: Good for hobby stock in 454 where hydraulic lifters must be used.
  • 292/292 Advertised Duration, 244/244 Duration @ .050″, .550″/.550″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – XE 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit (Part No.CL11-238-3)

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BIG BLOCK CHEVY HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque. Excellent response, heavy towing in 454 with 4.10 gear.

Product Features:
  • Cam and lifter kit for Big Block Chevy engines
  • CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque. Excellent response, heavy towing in 454 with 4.10 gear.
  • 262/270 Advertised Duration, 218/224 Duration @ .050″, .504″/.510″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1979 Chevrolet C50

Shop for the best-rated brands offering Performance and Racing Products and other products for your 1979 Chevrolet C50s. Below you’ll find some of our best rated Performance and Racing Products from Holley and Competition Cams, and more. Performance and Racing Products from these brands that fit a 1979 C50 start at just $259.99 and are rated as high as 4.2 stars. OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products don’t get more top quality, durable, and affordable than from the brands below.

Popular Holley 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1979 Chevrolet C50, using quality Performance and Racing Products is essential to ensure durability and a perfect fit. Holley ticks all of those boxes. We offer a wide selection of Holley Performance and Racing Products, specifically designed for the 1979 Chevrolet C50. With over 3 Holley brand Performance and Racing Products in stock, you’re sure to find what you need. The prices for these top-notch parts start as low as $509.99, with an average price of just $642.32. Plus, with over 53 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.2 stars, you can trust that our Holley Performance and Racing Products will get the job done right. Choose Advance Auto Parts for reliability, quality, and expert-approved parts that keep your vehicle running strong.
Street Carburetor: 600 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny
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Street Carburetor: 600 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny
“very easy to install…replaced older carb this one is fresh and runs smooth … needed to do minor ajustment .. but nothing anyone couldn’t do …”
Prem Street Carbs (Avengers)
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Prem Street Carbs (Avengers)
“This was the carb that my engine builder suggested.”

Popular Competition Cams 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products

Competition Cams auto parts is one of the highest quality Performance and Racing Product brands in the market. Any 1979 Chevrolet C50 owner should feel confident when installing genuine Competition Cams parts in their vehicle. To ensure the best fit and performance for your 1979 C50, Advance Auto Parts carries a full inventory of 2 Competition Cams Performance and Racing Products. Plus you will be keeping your Chevrolet in peak condition while saving money because prices on these Competition Cams Performance and Racing Products range from $259.99 to $637.99, plus, with more than 2 customer reviews and an impressive 4.1 stars average rating, you can be confident the Fram Performance and Racing Products below will deliver on both quality and value.
High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
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(1)
High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
“Perfect replacement part for my 1986 Olds 442. Works as expected.”
Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam
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(1)
Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam
“Great product”

FAQs for 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products

Which Performance and Racing Products are best-sellers for 1979 Chevrolet C50s?

Out of 31 Performance and Racing Products that fit 1979 Chevrolet C50s, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products?

Performance and Racing Product prices for the 1979 Chevrolet C50 start at $17.79 and go up to $2,298.00 for the most premium parts.

What’s the average price of a Performance and Racing Product for a 1979 Chevrolet C50?

The average price for Performance and Racing Products for the 1979 Chevrolet C50 is $521.78. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance and Racing Product category so you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance and Racing Products for other Chevrolet C50 model years?

Yes, we currently carry Performance and Racing Products for 29 model years of Chevrolet C50s between 1960 and 1990. Performance and Racing Products are bought most frequently for the following model years: 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983, and 1982.

What are the cheapest Performance and Racing Products for my 1979 Chevrolet C50?

The cheapest 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products we carry in stock are:

What are the top-rated Performance and Racing Products that fit the 1979 Chevrolet C50?

Out of 492 reviews by customers, our 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products have an average customer rating of . These are some of the highest-rated Performance and Racing Product types for the 1979 Chevrolet C50 and their top-rated products:

What types of Performance and Racing Products do you sell for my 1979 Chevrolet C50?

As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance and Racing Products for a 1979 Chevrolet C50:

Can I get help with 1979 Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Product orders?

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

What is your return policy for Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Chevrolet C50 Performance and Racing Products and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.