1979 Chevrolet El Camino Camshaft and Lifter Kits
Your 1979 Chevrolet El Camino might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Camshaft and Lifter Kits you desperately need.
We currently carry 8 Camshaft and Lifter Kits to choose from for your 1979 Chevrolet El Camino, and our inventory prices range from as little as $287.99 up to $1,566.99.
On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 2 different trusted brands of Camshaft and Lifter Kits for the 1979 Chevrolet El Camino. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Edelbrock so that you can find quality parts you can count on.
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Camshaft and Lifter Kits for Your 1979 Chevrolet El Camino
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 – 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 – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.7102)
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$366.99Product Features:
- 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
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
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 – 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 – 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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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 – 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,
Product Features:
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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.
FAQs for 1979 Chevrolet El Camino Camshaft and Lifter Kits
What are the most popular Camshaft and Lifter Kits for the 1979 Chevrolet El Camino?
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Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevrolet
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Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8
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Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevy V8
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What are the best aftermarket Camshaft and Lifter Kits for the 1979 Chevrolet El Camino?
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CAM AND LIFTER KIT, SBC 252 HIGH ENERGY HYDRAULIC 1 EA
“Front window close fit but not perfect. Doesn’t allow windows to close properly. Rear window shade didn’t fit at all. Expected much better fit for the”
