1981 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Parts

Essential 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Parts

Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Ball (Part No.MR-1783)

Engine Rocker Arm Ball

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$0.65
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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Imperial – Engine Oil Cooler (Part No.241040)

Engine Oil Cooler

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$216.99
Product Features:
  • Imperial Swirl-Cool« engine oil cooler kit
  • Size: 1-1/2″ x 6-1/2″ x 18″
  • Heavy-duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Universal Cooler, NOT a direct OE replacement. User to determine fitment prior to installation
  • Heavy duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
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KAI – Crankshaft Pulley (Part No.GMK4012266696)

Crankshaft Pulley

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$159.99
New Goodmark 2 Deep Groove Crankshaft Pulley, For Vehicles With Shp Big Block Chevrolet V8 Engines

Product Features:
  • For Vehicles With Shp Big Block Chevrolet V8 Engines
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate (Part No.9-220B)

Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate

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$18.99
0.150″ Thick. Bronze Thrust Washer.

Product Features:
  • 0.150″ Thick
  • Bronze Thrust Washer.
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Carquest Premium – Chain (Part No.3SRH-60)

Chain

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$28.99
Advance Auto Parts is proud to carry this part with the best fitment and performance requirements for this application, from the highest quality timing component vendor.

Product Features:
  • The chain is heat treated steel for durability and prerun for accurate fit
  • Roller chain with 60 rollers and 0 timing marks
  • Meets or exceeds O.E.M. performance
  • Coated in rust preventative
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Gear (Part No.2527)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Gear

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$25.99
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain gears offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Helical tooth form for quiet operation and precision machined bore for true fit
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials to ensure optimal performance
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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ARP Auto Racing – ARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit (Part No.234-4301)

ARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit

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$316.99
ARP only uses premium grade 8740 alloy and a proprietary ARP2000 alloy that are rated for superior to “aircraft” quality alloy steels. Secondly, each stud is placed vertically into special racks and precisely heat-treated to 200,000 psi for the 8740 material and 220,000 psi for the ARP2000 material. This procedure ensures complete heat penetration and the results are far superior to those lesser quality studs from other manufacturers who just dump pieces in a basket and hope for the best. 

Product Features:
  • 1/2″ 12-Point, 3/16″ Allen Socket Size(s)
  • 8740 Chromoly
  • Black Oxide
  • Small Block Chevy
  • Sold As A Kit
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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3180)

Engine Push Rod

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$2.99
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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Dorman – Harmonic Balancer Assembly (Part No.594-017)

Harmonic Balancer Assembly

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$102.99
This direct replacement harmonic balancer features a stress-resistant rubber bond to properly absorb engine vibration. Stringent standards help ensure excellent tensile and impact strength for greater durability.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this harmonic balancer assembly exactly matches the fit and function of the original harmonic balancer for a direct replacement
  • Durable construction – stringent specifications and careful construction help ensure longevity
  • Thoroughly tested – this harmonic balancer has undergone dimensional verification, material validation and functional testing
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Felpro – Gasket Kit (Part No.260-1024)

Gasket Kit

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$86.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
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Mahle – Timing Cover Gasket (Part No.A8050202668MAH)

Timing Cover Gasket

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$6.75
Timing Cover Gasket

Dorman – Timing Cover Assembly (Part No.635-531)

Timing Cover Assembly

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$217.99
This direct replacement timing cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment cover for a reliable repair. This part has undergone extensive testing to ensure adherence to precise design standards.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine timing cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment cover
  • Durable construction – this part is specifically designed to withstand extreme underhood temperatures for a long service life
  • Cost-effective solution – offers original equipment quality at a competitive price
  • Quality tested – this part has undergone extensive testing to ensure a quality fit and long service life
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Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Cylinder Head Dowel Pins

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$16.99
These hard to find dowel pins are precision machined then case hardened for accurate alignment in engine assembly. 2 per set.

Product Features:
  • Precision machined
  • Case hardened
  • Give accurate alignment
  • 2 per set
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-881)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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$7.29
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.

Product Features:
  • Complete rocker arm assembly
  • 1 Arm
  • 1 Ball
  • 1 Nut
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Hydraulic Flat Tappet Lifters (Part No.9738)

Performer-Plus Hydraulic Flat Tappet Lifters

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$127.99
Product Features:
  • Replacement Lifters For Performer Cam
  • 50 State Legal
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Felpro – Oil Pan Gasket Set: Cork-Rubber, 4 Piece Set (Part No.OS 30386 C)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: Cork-Rubber, 4 Piece Set

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$26.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features molded rubber over a rigid carrier for durability, precise alignment and fit
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Proprietary molded rubber design helps to eliminate leak paths, especially in problem corner areas
  • EASIER TO INSTALL — One-piece construction is easier to install than multi-piece assemblies and helps reduce potential for installation errors
  • INSTALLATION AID — SnapUps aid in holding the gasket in place for easy installation and allow for quick bolt tightening
  • PREVENTS OVERTIGHTENING — Torque limiters help eliminate overtightening and gasket splitting and extruding
  • PREVENTS OVERTIGHTENING — Torque limiters help eliminate overtightening and gasket splitting and extruding
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring (Part No.VS-677)

Engine Valve Spring

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$2.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Dorman – Connecting Rod Nuts, Type 2, 3/8-24 X 9/16 In., Ford (sold by each) (Part No.635-002)

Connecting Rod Nuts, Type 2, 3/8-24 X 9/16 In., Ford (sold by each)

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$1.29
This engine connecting rod nut is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine connecting rod nut matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this nut is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 5/8 In., SC, Height 0.232 (Part No.362619.1)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 5/8 In., SC, Height 0.232

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$0.99
This engine oil galley plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine oil galley plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Button (Part No.9-200)

Engine Camshaft Thrust Button

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$27.99
All Components are Heat-Treated Steel. Needle Roller Bearing for a Fully Rollerized Operation. 0.925″ Long, Used with Old Style 3-Spoke Sheet Metal Covers.

Product Features:
  • All components are Heat-Treated Steel
  • Needle Roller Bearing
  • Fully Rollerized Operation.
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Dorman – Gm Brass Expansion Plug Kit, 15 Expansion Plugs, 5 Pipe Plugs (Part No.567-001)

Gm Brass Expansion Plug Kit, 15 Expansion Plugs, 5 Pipe Plugs

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$20.29
The plugs in this engine expansion plug kit are designed to match the original parts on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, this kit components are engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – the components in this engine expansion plug kit are designed to match the original plugs on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original plugs that have failed due to wear
  • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Cloyes Performance – High Performance Timing Set (Part No.9-3658TX9ZR)

High Performance Timing Set

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$369.99
Billet Crankshaft Sprocket Has Nine Keyways for +/- 8 Degrees Adjustability. Both Billet Steel Sprockets are Heat Treated for Durability. TRUE Roller 0.250″ Roller Diameter “Z” Chain for Reduced Friction. “Z” Chain Approximately 33% Overall Increased Strength Over the Standard High Performance Chain. “Z” Chain Featuring a Press Fit Center Link design that Increases Load Distribution with Heat Treated and Processed Links to Maximize Ultimate Breaking Strength while Remaining Ductile for Toughness and Pre-stressed to Increase Fatigue Life. Includes Captured Needle Camshaft Sprocket Thrust Bearing to Minimize Block Thrust Surface Friction. 3-Piece Sets Hand-Matched to Qualify the Correct Center Distance and Minimize Runout. Includes Captured Needle Camshaft Sprocket Thrust Bearing to Minimize Block Thrust Surface Friction. 3-Piece Sets Hand-Matched to Qualify the Correct Center Distance and Minimize Runout.

Product Features:
  • The complete kits, which meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, ensure a quiet and maintenance-free experience
  • Cloyes parts are CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials. Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Cloyes Timing Kits may include camshaft sprockets, crankshaft sprockets, timing chains, tensioners, and guides
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Keep your engine’s valve train in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems.
  • High Performance Timing Set, Race Billet, w/ “Z” Chain, 9-Keyway Crank, 3 Bolt/1 Sensor, .390″ Raised Cam
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Melling – Engine Oil Priming Tool (Part No.PT13)

Engine Oil Priming Tool

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$71.99
Melling Engine Oil Priming Tools were developed as a way for engine builders to safely pre-prime the engine with oil prior to the initial engine startup. The Priming tool, with the use of a standard drill circulates oil to all of the critical areas of the new engine quickly and safely.

Product Features:
  • Priming tool circulates oil through critical areas of a new engine before engine start up
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
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Dorman – Valve Covers: Direct Replacement, Plastic, Driver Side (Part No.264-970)

Valve Covers: Direct Replacement, Plastic, Driver Side

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$113.99
This replacement valve cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment part that may be damaged or warped. Made from quality materials for excellent fit and superior heat resistance, this valve cover has undergone extensive testing.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this valve cover matches the original equipment part for fit and function
  • Durable construction – this valve cover is made of quality materials to withstand extreme temperatures to resist leaking
  • Cost-effective solution – offers original equipment performance at competitive price
  • Quality tested – this part has undergone try-on and material testing to ensure a quality fit and reliable service
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9730)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5703, 5794
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Premium Drive Train – Engine Assembly (Part No.L3608GM)

Engine Assembly

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$4929.99
(PDT) Premium Drivetrain Engines are remanufactured to original equipment (OEM) demanding specifications by an OEM builder. Each engine assembly is manufactured with the highest technology equipment, the most intelligent engineering support, and the best practices available in remanufacturing today.

Product Features:
  • REMANUFACTURING and QUALITY CHECKS – ENGINE BLOCKS: Each block is magnafluxed for cracks and checked for any visible damage to the block or threaded holes before being repainted to the original color. Five CNC machining centers are programmed to precise specifications that meet or exceed those established by the OEM for each engine block. After the engine block is bored, decked, and chamfered, each cylinder is honed with the specified OEM cross-hatch pattern. 100% gauging of all cylinder bores for diameter and roundness after final honing operation. 100% new pistons, rings and bearings are installed in every engine.
  • CYLINDER HEADS: Every head is resurfaced and completely inspected for any visible damage or cracks to the casting or threaded holes. Any heads that have cracks in the combustion chamber are immediately scrapped, no weld repairs. Valve seats are machined, inspected and replaced if necessary. Valve guides are inspected with an air gauge and replaced if necessary. The cam bore is air gauge checked on overhead cam engines and machined if required. 100% new valves, seals and lifters are used in every head. All head and valve assemblies are quantified for leakage using a vacuum decay process.
  • CONNECTING RODS: Each connecting rod is measured against OEM specifications for bend, twist, and center-to-center length before use. The piston pin bore and bearing bore are measured with air gauges for proper dimensions. New torque to yield rod bolts and nuts are installed.
  • CRANKSHAFTS: Crankshafts are machined on a fully automated CNC crank grinder. This enables consistency and critical tolerances for each journal. All oil galley holes are chamfered and brushed after machining and the crankshaft is given a final wash to ensure cleanliness. Each crank is inspected for cracks, bow and all applicable run-out specs for rod and main journals.
  • DYNAMIC ENGINE TESTING: Sims Testing – All engines are cold motored and checked and measured for proper torque to turn, cylinder compression, oil flow, oil pressure as well as monitored for any unusual noises inside the assembly. All engine assemblies quantified for oil gallery, gasket, and casting leakage in the oil passageways.
  • Product might not be available in all states due to local laws.
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 72733)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$32.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Avoid risk associated with re-use of T-T-Y (torque to yield) head bolts
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Melling – High Volume Oil Pump Repair Kit (Part No.K-20IPHV)

High Volume Oil Pump Repair Kit

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$130.99
Melling high volume oil pump repair kits are provided to supply the parts needed to rebuild a specific individual oil pump. Melling kits include all the required parts needed for a quality oil pump rebuild. Although Melling recommends the installation of a new oil pump, Melling oil pump repair kits are the preferred choice when a rebuilder has the desire to reuse the original oil pump casting or front timing cover.

Product Features:
  • Includes components needed to rebuild a worn high volume oil pump providing an alternative to purchasing a new oil pump
  • Components are manufactured from high quality materials for durable wear
  • Components are precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
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1981 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Parts

You count on your 1981 Chevrolet Camaro to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Engine Parts. With 483 Engine Parts ranging in price from $0.43 to $5,984.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Chevrolet Camaro.

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