Name: Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)
Brand: Edelbrock
SKU: 9730
Price: 99.99 USD

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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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These COMP Cams Ultra-Gold Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms with a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio are designed for Chevrolet V8 265-400 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.

Product Features:

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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Spectre’s Chevrolet water neck fits Chevy V8 engines and features a 90 degree neck with a 360 degree swivel design for a custom look and fit. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications, has a height of 2-7/8 inches and has a polished aluminum finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes the allen bolts and sealing O-ring.

Product Features:

Fits Chevy V8 engines
90 degree neck with a 360 degree swivel design
2-7/8 inch height
Includes sealing O-ring and allen bolts
Polished aluminum finish
Easy to install

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Product Features:

Designed for 1500 to 5500 RPM Performance
Low Profile for Hood Clearance on Most Vehicles
Air-Conditioning/Front Oil Tube Bosses Included
Stock Alternator Brackets Do Not Fit
Use Edelbrock Fuel Line Kit PN[8088] w/Our Carbs
Carburetor Center-to-Center Dimensions = 6-7/16 in
Use Edelbrock Linkage Kit PN[7094] w/Our Carbs
Best Matched with Edelbrock 500 cfm Carburetors

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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
50 State Street Legal
Not for OEM Hydraulic Roller-Lifter Camshaft Eng.

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This Mr. Gasket Rear Main Seal is made from silicone to allow the seal to handle extreme engine oil temperature. It also provides for an upgrade for that leaky rope style seal and is a direct replacement for a rubber main seal. It’s also injection molded for a precise fit.

Product Features:

Repairs That Leaky Rear Main Sail
Silicone Rubber to Withstand Extreme Engine Oil Temperatures
Upgrade for Rope Seal Equipped Cars or Direct Replacement for Rubber Main Seal
Injection Molded for Precise Fit

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HoleShot 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) Application: HoleShot 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by the Holeshot c

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Furnace Brazed Impeller
Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
Between Stator and Turbine
Furnace Brazed Turbine

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Product Features:

4.125 in. Cylinder Bore Diameter
0.039 in. Thickness
8.7cc Volume
Charcoal Color
Two Piece Configuration

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These special Grade 8 intake manifold bolts feature a 12-point smaller-than-standard head and flange, and include special extra thick flat washers for optimum clamping pressures. They’re ideal for use where space is minimal, typical on larger runner race manifolds. These bolts and washers are bright zinc plated for protection and good looks.

Product Features:

Features 12-point Smaller-than-standard Bolt Head
Thick Flat Washers Distribute Optimum Clamp Load
Ideal Use Where Space Is Minimal On Race Manifolds
Bolts And Washers Zinc Plated For Protection
Zinc Plated For Protection

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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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Maximum cooling for street and racing engines. Internal passages are balanced for maximum flow. Impeller is larger than others for maximum pressure. Impeller vanes dramatically increase flow rates. Equal distribution to both sides of block. Only flows in one direction for optimum efficiency. In the early days of the automotive performance industry, you either ran what was available, or you fabricated something you thought met your needs. Such needs were the building blocks of this industry, and it was through the efforts of many that we have the automotive aftermarket, but it was through the work of one name in particular to which many in the industry owe a great debt, and that name is Edelbrock.

Product Features:

Maximum Cooling for Street and Racing Engines
Internal Passages Are Balanced for Maximum Flow
Impeller is Larger than Others For Max Pressure
Impeller Vanes Dramatically Increase Flow Rates
Equal Distribution to Both Sides of Block
Only Flows in One-Direction for Optimum Efficiency

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Product Features:

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

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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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Product Features:

Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
Matched To Performer Intake PN[5486]
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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Mr. Gasket Performance Timing Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Product Features:

Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use

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Mr. Gasket Performance Gaskets are a low density material that conforms well to irregular flange surfaces and has very good crush resistance at high flange pressures. Intended for sealing gasoline, oils, water and coolant in applications up to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.brbrThis Mr. Gasket Performance Timing Cover Gasket Kit includes the timing cover gasket and water pump gasket for your Gen IV or Gen V Chevy 396,402,427,454 Big Block.

Product Features:

Includes Timing Cover Gasket and Water Pump Gaskets
Won’t shrink or stick and provide an airtight leak proof seal
Engineered specifically for big block Chevys and ideal for high performance and race applications
Ensures optimum torque retention ideal crush resistance and excellent sheer strength using minimal clamp force yet still releases easily

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Ultra-Seal intake manifold gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Incorporates Silicone beading around each intake and water outlet port to provide additional sealing strength on both sides of each gasket. No gasket sealer required. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Includes manifold end seals and distributor gasket.

Product Features:

Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
Silicone beading on both sides of each gasket
Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
Creates Tight Leak proof Seal

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Edelbrock part #7243 Intake Gaskets for 1992-1997 LT1 Small-Block Chevys allow for optimum flow and performance. Any gasket can create a seal, but a good gasket can do it with less clamping force, and for a longer period of time. The new MP-2N Micropore t

Product Features:

2.1″x1.265″
Features Embossed Silicone Bead Around The Intake Ports & Water Openings
.060″ Thick
Two Piece Configuration
End Seals Not Included

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

Product Features:

Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Ultra-Seal is Mr. Gasket premium valve cover gasket material. It’s manufactured from a high density cork and rubber blend with a black latex coat applied to the outside to help seal minor flange irregularites and eliminate oil leakage. It creates a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot oil. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold as a pair, these gaskets are .187 inch thick. They fit both 1987-2002 Gen I Chevrolet Small Blocks as well as 1992-1997 Gen II LT-Based Small Blocks.

Product Features:

Manufactured from high-density cork /rubber blend gasket material
A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor flange irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage
Creates a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track
.187″ thick
Handles Ex Flange Pressure
Forms Leak Proof Seal
Black Latex Coating

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Magnum Pushrods from COMP Cams offer an affordable solution for your .080″ wall chromemoly pushrod needs. Designed to withstand the stresses of a high performance engine, Magnum Pushrods are head-treated for extended durability and have precision formed, reinforced ends. Magnum Pushrods are black-oxide finished with their part number and length laser etched onto the surface for easy identification.

Product Features:

3/8″ Diameter, 7.800″ Length
Magnum Pushrods for Small Block Chevy
One-piece .080″ wall chromemoly steel tubing
Heat-treated for extended durability and guide plate compatibility
Precision formed and reinforced pushrod end

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Edelbrock part #9646 Pushrods are designed for small-block Chevy 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 forme

Product Features:

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

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Secure the harmonic balancer or dampener on your Chevy. Works on original equipment, high performance street, drag or circle track applications. Features a heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel bolt for strength with a tall hex head to prevent wrench from slipping. An extra thick parallel ground washer provides accurate, uniform torque, and a lock washer is also included.

Product Features:

Heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel
Tall hex head bolt to prevent wrench from slipping
Extra thick parallel ground washer provides accurate, uniform torque
Washers Provides More Accurate And Uniform Torque
Grade 8 Alloy Steel

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This is a high quality bolt set that is made of grade 8 steel and will meet your requirements for a quality bolt set, this set will work on original equipment, high performance street, drag or circle track applications.

Product Features:

These Are Have A Zinc Dichromate Finish
Tall Hex Head Bolt To Prevent Slippage
Extra Thick Parallel Ground Washer
Washers Provides More Accurate And Uniform Torque
Grade 8 Alloy Steel

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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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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

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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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.

Product Features:

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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Single Outer Valve Springs from COMP Cams allow you to build the perfect spring assembly for your application. The valve spring creation process is far more involved than most people realize. Selecting the right metal stock and creating the best design is not done by chance. COMP Cams has developed a process that creates the highest quality valve spring available. The result is a product that meets and exceeds the expectations of today’s engine builders and racers.O.D. Dia. 1 I.D. Dia. 2 Damper Seat Load Open Load Coil Bind Rate (Lbs./In.) Titanium Retainer Steel Retainer Cup Seat Shims 1.524 1.110 Y 122 @ 1.900 309 @ 1.400 1.200 373 721, 732 1732, 741 4779* 4757

Product Features:

Seat pressure: 122 lbs. @ 1.900″, Open Pressure: 309 lbs. @ 1.400″
O.D.: 1.524″, I.D.: 1.110″
Single valve springs with damper

1981 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines

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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9730)

Competition Cams – Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker Set w/ 1.6 Ratio for Chevrolet Small Block w/ 3/8" Stud (Part No.19002-16)

Spectre – Water Neck; Chevy 90 Degree (Part No.4933)

Edelbrock – C-26 Small Block Chevy Dual-Quad Intake Manifold (Part No.5425)

Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7802)

Mr. Gasket – Rear Main Seal Gasket (Part No.1960)

B & M – Holeshot 2000 (Part No.20416)

Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Chevrolet (Part No.7310)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6091)

FEL-PRO Performance – Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 5 Piece Set (Part No.1803)

Edelbrock – Water Pump for Small-Block Chevy in Satin Finish (Long) (Part No.8811)

Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1976-95 Small Block Chevrolet (Part No.3702)

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

Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Buick 231-252 V6 Even Fire (Part No.5487)

Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.90)

Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.94)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket (Part No.5822)

Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1992-1997 LT1 Small-Block Chevys (Part No.7243)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1640)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.5867)

Competition Cams – Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set (Part No.7513-16)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9646)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7845)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.946G)

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Oldsmobile 260-455 (Part No.42-222-4)

Competition Cams – Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Oldsmobile 260-455 (Part No.42-600-5)

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

Competition Cams – Engine Valve Spring Kit (Part No.911-16)

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