1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Performance Engines

Essential 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Performance Engines

Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

TIMING CHAIN

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Product Features:
  • Timing Chain Only
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Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7813)

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$97.99


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
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Holley – Strip Dominator; Intake Manifold (Part No.300-25)

Strip Dominator; Intake Manifold

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$343.99
Strip Dominator intake manifold square bore carburetor mounting flange. Single plane with isolated plenum. Isolated water cross-over.

Product Features:
  • Single Plane With Isolated Plenum
  • Square Bore Carburetor Mounting Flange
  • Isolated Water Cross-Over
  • Power Band 4500-7600 rpm
  • Height Front 5.11 in. Rear 5.97 in.
  • Port Size 2.05 in. Height 1.22 in. Width
  • No Exhaust Heat Crossover Provision
  • Ideal For Drag Cars w/Auto Trans.
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Edelbrock – Victor E; Intake Manifold (Part No.2978)

Victor E; Intake Manifold

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$319.99
For 4500 to 8500 RPM drag race applications. Has deeper and larger plenum than Victor Jr. For standard port location iron and aluminum heads. Extra material allows port matching. Great choice for NHRA super stock classes. Also great for alcohol-fueled applications. Can use 1 or 2 inch spacers to tune performance. EFI fuel injector bosses featured on PN(29785).

Product Features:
  • For 4500 to 8500 RPM Drag Race Applications
  • Has deeper and larger plenum than Victor Jr.
  • For standard port location iron and aluminum heads
  • Extra material allows port matching
  • Great choice for NHRA Super Stock Classes
  • Also great for alcohol-fueled applications
  • Can Use 1 Or 2 in. Spacers To Tune Performance
  • EFI Fuel Injector Bosses featured on PN[29785]
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM Small Block Chevy AIR-Gap Intake Manifold (Part No.7501)

Performer RPM Small Block Chevy AIR-Gap Intake Manifold

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$356.99
Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Dual-plane high-rise intake. For square bore carburetors only. For street and high performance use. Available in cast, polished or endurashine finish.

Product Features:
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
  • Dual-Plane High-Rise Intake
  • For Square Bore Carburetors Only
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Edelbrock – Small Block Chevy Street Tunnel Ram Polished (Part No.71101)

Small Block Chevy Street Tunnel Ram Polished

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For 3500 to 7500 PRM. Use where low-end torque is not a prime factor. Great for engines with slightly modified heads. HEI ignition will not clear manifold. Street machines, street rods, pro-street and marine.

Product Features:
  • Street Tunnel Ram; Intake Manifold Top
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Weiand – Team G; Intake Manifold (Part No.7531)

Team G; Intake Manifold

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Product Features:
  • Designed For Today’s Larger Cubic Inch Big Block
  • Perfect For Hard Core Drag Racers
  • Permanent Mold Casting Process
  • For Lighter And More Consistent Castings
  • Dyno Proven To Make 17hp More Than Competitors
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Edelbrock – Victor Ram 23-Degree Intake Manifold Base for Small-Block Chevy (Part No.7070)

Victor Ram 23-Degree Intake Manifold Base for Small-Block Chevy

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$576.99
Product Features:
  • 6500-10000 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Quad Type – 4150 Style Flange
  • 7.13 in. Front Height, 7.13 in. Center Height, 7.13 in. Rear Height
  • Satin Finish
  • Base Only
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM AIR-Gap Small Block Chevy Polished Intake Manifold (Part No.75011)

Performer RPM AIR-Gap Small Block Chevy Polished Intake Manifold

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Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Dual-plane high-rise intake. For square bore carburetors only. For street and high performance use. Available in cast, polished or endurashine finish.

Product Features:
  • Polished Version Of Edelbrock PN[7501]
  • Polish is Hand-Buffed for Brilliant Shine
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
  • Produces Incredible Top-End Horsepower
  • Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
  • Larger Plenum and Runners Maximizes Other Upgrades
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Edelbrock – Performer Series; Intake Manifold (Part No.37061)

Performer Series; Intake Manifold

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Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 Deg Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Accepts Late-Model Choke; Waterneck; and HEI
  • Accepts A/C And Alternator
  • Accepts Exhaust Heated Chokes
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Weiand – Emission System Water Outlet (Part No.6200)

Emission System Water Outlet

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Features two threaded bosses for temp control switch satin finish.

Product Features:
  • Emission System Water Outlet
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Weiand – Supercharger Remote Thermostat Housing (Part No.7134P)

Supercharger Remote Thermostat Housing

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$164.99


Product Features:
  • Remote Thermostat Housing
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Weiand – Emission System Water Outlet (Part No.6201WIN)

Emission System Water Outlet

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Features two threaded bosses for temp control switch satin finish.

Product Features:
  • Emission System Water Outlet
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Spectre – Water Neck; Chevy Late Model (Part No.4730)

Water Neck; Chevy Late Model

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Spectre’s Chevrolet late model water neck offers the normal angled water neck and a 1/2 inch NPT threaded hole for a by-pass hose. This water neck has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look great and includes the bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chevy engines
  • Includes a 1/2 inch NPT threaded hole for by-pass hose
  • Includes bolts
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
  • O-ring/gasket not included
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Spectre – Water Neck; Olds (Part No.4733)

Water Neck; Olds

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Spectre’s Oldsmobile V8 water neck fits Oldsmobile 330, 350, 425 and 455 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 has an additional by-pass hose connection and includes the bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Oldsmobile 330, 350, 425 and 455 engines
  • Chrome plated
  • Bolts included
  • Designed for OEM fit
  • Easy to install
  • O-ring/gasket not included
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B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 3000 (Part No.70421)

Torque Converter, Holeshot 3000

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$717.99
The Holeshot Converter is a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. With a furnace brazed turbine, New turbine hub and dual pattern drive lugs on some GM Holeshots.

Product Features:
  • Furnace Brazed Impeller
  • Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
  • Between Stator and Turbine
  • Furnace Brazed Turbine
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B & M – Holeshot 3600 (Part No.20425)

Holeshot 3600

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HoleShot 3600 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) APPLICATION: HoleShot 3600 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 converter will provide several advantages and benefits in vehicles with modified engines. Many modifications, particularly big cams, tend to reduce low end power and torque. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at higher rpm where more torque is available. The Holeshot is generally a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. Street rods with modified engines will also benefit from a Holeshot converter. If your vehicle is equipped with a plate type nitrous system, you will need a Nitrous Holeshot!! Stall speed listings are based on engines producing 230lb. ft. of torque at 2,500 rpm. More torque at 2,500 rpm will give you more stall speed, less torque at 2,500 rpm will give you less stall speed than the stall speed ratings indicated. Furnace brazed impeller. New precision steel alloy pump drive tube. New heavy duty needle bearing between stator and impeller (not a thrust washer). Needle bearing between stator and turbine. Furnace brazed turbine. Dual pattern drive lugs on some GM Holeshots. New turbine hub. New springs and rollers in stator.

Product Features:
  • Furnace Brazed Impeller
  • Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
  • Between Stator and Turbine
  • Furnace Brazed Turbine
  • Dual Pattern Drive Lugs
  • New Turbine Hub
  • New Springs/Rollers In Stator
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600 (Part No.20482)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600

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$563.99
Nitrous Holeshot Converters are Built with the same features as the other B&M Holeshots, with the addition of anti-balloon plates. The anti-balloon plates will allow these converters to stand up to the instant horsepower nitrous delivers.

Product Features:
  • 3400-3800 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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B & M – Traveler Converter (Part No.30423)

Traveler Converter

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Torque Converter – Traveler Converter (SUV and Light Truck) for GM 1968 to 1981 TH350, TH375B APPLICATION: GM 1968 to 1981 TH350, TH375B (6) (will not fit TH-350C) Provides slightly higher stall speed than stock to improve pulling power at low speeds. New

Product Features:
  • Ideal For Motor Homes
  • Ideal For Towing Applications
  • Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearings
  • Furnace Brazed
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Spectre – Aluminum Flywheel Dust Shield (Part No.5462)

Aluminum Flywheel Dust Shield

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Spectre’s transmission cover for Chevy and GM TH350 transmissions is a great looking cover to help protect your flex plate while on the road. This cover is designed to fit GM and Chevy engines that have the starter on the passenger side. It has a 3-7/8 inch start slot to accommodate the majority of starters. This cover will not work on Pontiac or Oldsmobile engines.

Product Features:
  • Polished aluminum
  • For GM TH350 transmissions
  • For Chevy and GM engines with the starter on the passenger side
  • Has a 3-7/8 inch starter slot
  • Does not fit Pontiac or Oldsmobile engines
  • Easy to install with no special tools or skills required
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B & M – Tork Master 2000 (Part No.20400)

Tork Master 2000

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$266.99
Torque Converter – Tork Master 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) APPLICATION: Tork Master 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) The Tork Master is B&M’s lowest cost

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000 (Part No.20481)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000

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$696.99
Nitrous Holeshot Converters are Built with the same features as the other B&M Holeshots, with the addition of anti-balloon plates. The anti-balloon plates will allow these converters to stand up to the instant horsepower nitrous delivers.

Product Features:
  • 2800-3200 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 7 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $26.99 to $696.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 3 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. Spectre, Edelbrock, and B & M 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 Performance Engines for your 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, 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 Performance Engines to keep your 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Engines make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Custom Cruiser the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

FAQs for 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser?

Out of 7 Performance Engines for the 1981 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Neck; Olds
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Water Neck; Olds
Performance Water Outlets
Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set
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Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set
Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components
Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000
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Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000
Performance Torque Converters