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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,

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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.

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Product Features:

Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
For Engine with One-Piece Fuel Pump Eccentric

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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.

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Available in kits including front cover gasket, crankshaft seal, fuel pump and water pump gasket or including cover gasket and front seal.

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Timing Cover Gasket And Oil Seal Kit

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Product Features:

Head: 4.500″ Bore/0.048″ Thick/12.5cc Vol.
Intake: 1.98″x2.26″ Port/.060″ Thick
Exhaust: 1.50″x2.10″ Port
5/16″ Valve Cover
Multi Piece Configuration

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

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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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Mr. Gasket Harmonic Balancer Bolt for Ford V8 except 351C. Fits 221,260,289,302,351W small block Windsor engines, 332,352,360,390,406,410,427,428 FEs, and 429,460 385 series big blocks. 5/8-18 x 2 inch long heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel with a thick parallel ground washer to provide accurate, uniform torque.

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Heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel
Thick parallel ground washer provides more accurate, uniform torque
Hex Prevents Socket Slippage
Accurate And Uniform Torque
Black Plated Finish

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Product Features:

Best for the Ultimate in Street High-Performance
Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
Dual-Plane High-Rise Intake w/180 deg Firing Order
Produces Incredible Top-End Horsepower
Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
Larger Plenum and Runners Maximizes Other Upgrades

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Clean Positive Seal
Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads

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

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DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted

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Edelbrock part #9655 Pushrods are designed for small-block Ford 289-302 V-8 engine applications. These one-piece pushrods are manufactured from high quality 4130 Chromoly steel tubing that has been surface hardened for maximum durability. They have precis

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6.4 in. Length
0.312 in. Diameter
4130 Chromoly Steel Material
Black Oxide Finish
Made In The USA

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Edelbrock part #9659 Pushrods are designed for small-block Ford 351W V-8 engine applications. These one-piece pushrods are manufactured from high quality 4130 Chromoly steel tubing that has been surface hardened for maximum durability. They have precise f

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7.7 in. Length
0.312 in. Diameter
4130 Chromoly Steel Material
Black Oxide Finish
Made In The USA

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A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength.

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New Precision Pump Drive Tube
Pressure Tested
Fully Balanced
Needle Thrust Bearing
New Thrust Washer

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Super Intake Manifold Bolts

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Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

Product Features:

Opens At 195 Degrees
Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
High Flow

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Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

Product Features:

Opens At 180 Degrees
Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
High Flow

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Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
Set of 16
1.50 in. Outside Diameter
Steel Material
Black Oxide Finish

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Valve Cover Gasket

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

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Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
Great for on-again/off-again situations
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Dual Valve Springs from COMP Cams are manufactured from Super Clean wire and subject to extensive quality control testing to deliver a valve spring assembly with superior strength, durability and valve train stability, no matter what the application. The dual spring design creates a stronger valve spring that can easily handle the increased lift found in extreme stress applications. COMP Cams Dual Valve Springs exceed the expectations of today’s engine builders and racers.

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Seat pressure: 112 lbs. @ 1.900″, Open Pressure: 355 lbs. @ 1.200″
O.D.: 1.509″, I.D.: 0.697″
Dual valve springs with damper

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Product Features:

Non-Rotator Type
1.384 in. Outer Diameter
1.020 in. Inner Diameter
1.020 in. Coil Blind
Set of 16

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These COMP Cams Ultra-Gold Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms with a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio are designed for Ford V8 289-302-351W applications. The new modern design features of these Ultra-Gold Rockers are proven to withstand extremely aggressive spring pressure and valve lift. Designed specifically for high performance street and race engines, the Ultra-Gold Aluminum Rocker Arms are precision CNC-machined to strict tolerances. Developed to meet the demands of professional engine builders, these rockers include features never before possible in an aluminum rocker arm.

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CNC-machined, lightweight design removes weight and yields unrivaled quality and ratio accuracy
Designed for high performance street and race engines
Precision-sorted trunion bearings withstand elevated valve spring pressure and valve lift
Additional clearance, up to 1.650″ O.D. valve spring

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The COMP Cams High Energy Die-Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms are new rocker arms from the valve train leader that have been designed for street and moderate race use. They feature a die-cast body created from aluminum with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. The die-cast, larger than stock body offers the strength properties and light weight of aluminum while the specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip decrease friction and lower oil temperatures, thus improving response and horsepower.

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Cost effective aluminum construction provides superior strength to weight ratio
Needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip reduce friction and lower oil temperatures for improved response and horsepower
Durable design increases valve lift while withstanding the rigors of moderate race use
Die-formed aluminum body is larger than stock, and may require modifications to stock valve covers for clearance.

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Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

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(16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
Shank O.D. .540″
Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
High-Quality Grade Steel
Heat-Treated For Ex Strength
Plated With Durable Gold Tone Finish

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Spectre’s Ford small block water neck fits 1965 – 19475 Ford 221, 289, 302 and 351W engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes the bolts and sealing O-ring, and also features a 1/2 inch outside diameter by-pass hose connection.

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Fits 1965 – 19475 Ford 221, 289, 302 and 351W engines
Includes bolts and sealing O-ring
Has additional 1/2 inch by-pass hose fitting
Chrome plated
Designed for OEM fit
Easy to install

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Spectre’s Ford V8 water neck fits Ford 429 – 460 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes sealing O-ring, and has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for the Ford temp sensor.

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Fits Ford 429 – 460 engines
Has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for temperature sensor
Includes sealing O-ring
Chrome plated
Easy to install
Hardware not included

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Precision die cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.

Product Features:

Chrome Plated
This Is A 45 Degree Neck
Comes With O-ring And Bolts
Has Small Hose Fitting On It

1979 Mercury Grand Marquis Performance Engines

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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Ford 351W (Part No.CL35-250-4)

Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7820)

Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-600-8)

Edelbrock – Front Timing Cover Gasket Set #6991 For Small-Block Ford, With Front Seal (Part No.6991)

Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford (Part No.7365)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1809)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7847)

Edelbrock – Performer RPM Ford Small Block 302 Intake Manifold (Part No.7121)

Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1963-1996 Small-Block Fords (Part No.7220)

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1248)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Ford 289-302 (Part No.9655)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Ford 351W (Part No.9659)

B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 2000 (Part No.40427)

Mr. Gasket – Super Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6082)

Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7563)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1614)

Competition Cams – VALVE SPRINGS, 1.509" DUAL 1 ST (Part No.924-16)

Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 351W V8 (Part No.5882)

Competition Cams – Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker Set w/ 1.6 Ratio for Ford 289-351W w/ 3/8" Stud (Part No.19043-16)

Competition Cams – ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST (Part No.17043-16)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.923G)

Spectre – Water Neck (Part No.4232)

Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 429-460 (Part No.4734)

Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2662)

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