1981 GMC K1500 Camshafts
More 1981 GMC K1500 Camshafts
Find your specific 1981 GMC K1500 original or aftermarket Camshafts below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.
Essential 1981 GMC K1500 Camshafts
Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Button (Part No.9-202)
from
$34.99
All Components are Heat-Treated Steel. Needle Roller Bearing for a Fully Rollerized Operation. 0.640″ Long, Used with Later Sheet Metal Covers.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- All Components are Heat-Treated Steel
- Needle Roller Bearing for a Fully Rollerized Operation
- Used with Later Sheet Metal Covers.
Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Button (Part No.9-200)
from
$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:
See More
Product Features:
- All components are Heat-Treated Steel
- Needle Roller Bearing
- Fully Rollerized Operation.
Mr. Gasket – Cam Button Spacer (Part No.1180)
from
$15.99
An absolute necessity for roller cam installations and useful to maintain accuracy in any cam installation. Button spacers keep the camshaft from moving in and out and causing erratic timing.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Helps maintain accuracy
- Keeps cam from moving in and out
Mr. Gasket – Cam Button Spacer (Part No.1183)
from
$14.99
An absolute necessity for roller cam installations and useful to maintain accuracy in any cam installation. Button spacers keep the camshaft from moving in and out and causing erratic timing.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Helps maintain accuracy
- Keeps cam from moving in and out
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In., Height 0.500 (sold by each) (Part No.555-030)
from
$1.49
Our uniquely designed pilot seal expansion plugs ensure a leak-proof fit.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Many sizes available
- Conveniently available in packs of different quantities
- Constructed from high quality steel, copper, brass, or rubber
- Dorman’s Engine Expansion Plugs are constructed to strict engineering quality standards
Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., SC, Height 0.278 (Part No.362566.1)
from
$2.29
This engine camshaft 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:
See More
Product Features:
- Direct replacement – this engine camshaft 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
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., Height 0.530 (sold by each) (Part No.555-085)
from
$2.29
This engine camshaft 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:
See More
Product Features:
- Direct replacement – this engine camshaft 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
Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In., SC, Height 0.270 (Part No.362563.1)
from
$2.49
This engine expansion 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:
See More
Product Features:
- Direct replacement – this engine expansion 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
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 248/254 Hydraulic Roller Cam K-Kit for Chevrolet Big Block 396-454 (Part No.K11-444-8)
from
$1471.99
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:
See More
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.
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Big-Block Chevy 396-427-454 V8 (Part No.2162)
from
$313.99Product 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
Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Big-Block Chevy 396-427-454 V8 (Part No.7162)
from
$391.99Product 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 – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.7102)
from
$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
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1496M)
from
$57.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1235M 1)
from
$30.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1463M)
from
$32.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1750M)
from
$60.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
- Used in automotive and high-performance
- Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
- Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
- ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Bushing (Part No.P9005)
from
$24.99
Replacement Hex-A-Just Billet Steel Camshaft Dowel Eccentric Bushing; 100% USA Made; Meets or exceeds OEM performance requirements; Cloyes utilizes the latest in design and material technology, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free experience.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Replacement Hex-A-Just Billet Steel Camshaft Dowel Eccentric Bushing
- 100% USA Made
- Meets or exceeds OEM performance requirements
- Cloyes utilizes the latest in design and material technology, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free experience.
Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate (Part No.9-220B)
from
$18.99
0.150″ Thick. Bronze Thrust Washer.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- 0.150″ Thick
- Bronze Thrust Washer.
Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Washer (Part No.9-203)
from
$13.99
Heat Treated Steel Bearing Race Material. Must Machine Cam Sprocket or Engiine Block .030″ to Ensure Proper Chain Alignment. Prevents Wear On Engine Block. Can be Used to Repair a Damaged Engine Block Thrust Surface.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Heat Treated Steel Bearing Race Material
- Must Machine Cam Sprocket or Engine Block .030″ to Ensure Proper Chain Alignment
- Prevents Wear On Engine Block
- Can be Used to Repair a Damaged Engine Block Thrust Surface.
Sealed Power – Performance Camshaft (Part No.CS-1106R)
from
$179.99
Speed-Pro delivers the power you need and the value and quality that you deserve. Whether you are running at the track, chasing trophies on the strip, or just cruising down the road, count on Speed-Pro to provide the best value in HP engine components
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Reliable performance with significant power increase vs stock
- Good low-end torque
- Recommended for tow vehicle, street rod or muscle car
- Power range: 1000-3500rpm
- Idle: stock
- Cruise: 1600-2200rpm
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft (Part No.CS-774)
from
$72.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Meets or exceeds OEM specs
- Original equipment performance
- Idle: Stock
- Latest high quality materials
- Precision machining
- Made in USA
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft (Part No.CS-711)
from
$57.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Meets or exceeds OEM specs
- Original equipment performance
- Idle: Stock
- Latest high quality materials
- Precision machining
- Made in USA
Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.2201)
from
$441.99
Product Features:
See More
- Hydraulic roller tappet style camshaft
- Reduces friction and eliminates break-in problems
- Reduces friction and eliminates break-in problems
- Permit higher valve velocities for increased performance
- Maintains good manifold vacuum and drivability
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft (Part No.CS-1572)
from
$201.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Meets or exceeds OEM specs
- Original equipment performance
- Idle: Stock
- Latest high quality materials
- Precision machining
- Made in USA
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft (Part No.CS-551)
from
$89.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Meets or exceeds OEM specs
- Original equipment performance
- Idle: Stock
- Latest high quality materials
- Precision machining
- Made in USA
Sealed Power – Performance Camshaft (Part No.CS-1014R)
from
$98.99
Speed-Pro delivers the power you need and the value and quality that you deserve. Whether you are running at the track, chasing trophies on the strip, or just cruising down the road, count on Speed-Pro to provide the best value in HP engine components
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Reliable performance with significant power increase vs stock
- Good low-end torque
- Recommended for tow vehicle, street rod or muscle car
- Power range: 1000-3500rpm
- Idle: stock
- Cruise: 1600-2200rpm
Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft for 1965-95 B/B Chevy 396-502 (Mark IV/Gen V) (Part No.2261)
from
$528.99
Designed for 1500-6500 performance. Maximum power in high-RPM with good low-end torque. Matched to Edelbrock performer RPM intakes. 10 to 12 inches of manifold vacuum at idle. More lift and duration than most street camshafts. Dyno matched and street proven performance. Take the guesswork out of camshaft selection! Use only stock ratio Rocker Arms.
Product Features:
See More
Product 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
- Dyno Matched/Street Proven Performance
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
- Use Only Stock Ratio Rocker Arms
Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft (Part No.CS-274)
from
$44.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Meets or exceeds OEM specs
- Original equipment performance
- Idle: Stock
- Latest high quality materials
- Precision machining
- Made in USA
Popular 1981 GMC K1500 Camshafts Categories
1981 GMC K1500 Camshafts
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 GMC K1500. Maybe you just need a couple of Camshafts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 27 different Camshafts in our inventory ranging from $1.49 to $1,097.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 GMC K1500 running smoothly.
Camshafts are only as good as their brand. We stock 6 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 GMC K1500. Dorman, Sealed Power, and Mr. Gasket are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!
We know you’ll find the perfect Camshafts for your 1981 GMC K1500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Camshafts to keep your 1981 GMC K1500 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!
Camshafts Brands To Make Your 1981 GMC K1500 Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 GMC K1500 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Camshafts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your K1500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Camshafts brands and parts.
Popular Edelbrock Camshafts
We carry Edelbrock parts in our stock across Camshaft and Lifter Kits categories, plus more. For a 1981 GMC K1500, our most popular Edelbrock Camshafts include:
from
$287.99
(4)
Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-86 Small-Block Chevrolet
Camshaft and Lifter Kits
FAQs for 1981 GMC K1500 Camshafts
What are the most purchased Camshafts for the 1981 GMC K1500?
Out of 27 Camshafts for the 1981 GMC K1500, the most popular in our inventory are:
from
$1.49
This product is not rated
Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In., Height 0.500 (sold by each)
Camshaft Plugs
from
$2.29
This product is not rated
Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., SC, Height 0.278
Camshaft Plugs
