1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines

Find your specific 1987 Chevrolet Corvette original or aftermarket Performance Engines below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.

Essential 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines

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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.

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Seat pressure: 105 lbs. @ 1.700″, Open Pressure: 273 lbs. @ 1.250″
O.D.: 1.254″, I.D.: .880″
Single valve springs with damper
Approximately .490″ max lift at recommended installed height

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Timing Chain Only

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Replacement Gasket Set For PN[4242]

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

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Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Valve spring retainers for use OE cast iron heads. Superior quality heat-treated steel. Machined for strength with black oxide finish. Finish ensures rust and corrosion protection.

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Valve Spring Retainers for Use OE Cast Iron Heads
Superior Quality Heat-Treated Steel
Machined for Strength with Black Oxide Finish
Finish Ensures Rust and Corrosion Protection

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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.

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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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Dowel pins are precision machined and case hardened for accurate head alignment. Two per set. 5/16 inch x 5/8 inch

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Precision Machined
Case Hardened
Give Accurate Alignment
2 Per Set

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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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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.

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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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Use with a short water pump to convert to a long water pump.

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Water Pump Spacer Kit

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Designed for 1986-91 Tuned Port Injection 5.7L Small-Block Chevy Corvette engines originally equipped with center bolt valve covers
Flat Tappet Camshaft Type
60cc combustion chamber with 165cc intake port
Intake valve measures 2.02 and the exhaust measures 1.60
Sold as one complete head

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50-State Street Legal Aluminum Cylinder Head
Out-of-the-Box Bolt-On Performance
Hand-Blended Intake and Exhaust Bowls
CNC-Matched Intake/Exhaust Ports in Std Location
Thicker Deck Surfaces than Other Brands
Hardened Tip Stainless Swirl-Polished Valves
Heli-Coils Rocker Studs And Exhaust Bolt Holes

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Case-Hardened Tubing
Surface Hardening
Welded Ends
0.3125 in. Diameter
Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates

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Case-Hardened Tubing
Welded Ends
5/16 in. Diameter
Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates

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Finish your custom engine job with these show quality grade 5 chromed 12-point bolts, includes AN washers which have no exposed shoulder for a professional appearance. Includes (12) 3/8-16 x 1 inch bolts with (12) 3/8 inch AN washers.

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Chrome plated
Grade 8
12-point head
AN washers with no exposed shoulder for a professional appearance

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These grade 5 hex head bolts are brite zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes twelve (12) 3/8 inch-16 x 1 inch bolts & washers

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Zinc plated to resist corrosion and provide a clean professional appearance
Made from Grade 5 steel for strength and durability
Flat washers provide uniform clamp load and prevent galling on aluminum intake manifolds
Allen (socket) Head
Zinc Plated For Protection

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Designed to open at 180 degrees every time, regardless of engine rpm, and it’s high-flow design and brass and copper construction eliminate the damaging effects of cycling when you’re stuck in stop-and-go traffic. It includes the rubber gasket and has a pressure relief valve.

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Opens sooner than stock at 180 degrees
High flow design for performance applications
Includes rubber o-ring seal/gasket
Incorporates pressure relief valve

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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.

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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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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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Mr. Gasket competition screw-in rocker arm studs are manufactured from heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 steel. Ideal for high performance street and race applications.

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Black Oxide Coated Grade 8 Steel
Kit Contains 16 Studs
Easy To Install
Heat Treated Steel
Prevents Stud Flexing
Black Plated Finish

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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.

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

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Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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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.

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For 3500 to 7500 RPM
Use Where Low-End Torque is Not a Prime Factor
Great For Engines w/Slightly Modified Heads
Top Has Vacuum Outlet for Power Brakes
Will Accept Forward and Sideways Mounted Carbs
Carburetor Center-to-Center Dimensions 8.875 in
HEI Ignition Will Not Clear Manifold
For Street Mach.; Street Rods; Pro-Street; Marine

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These grade 5 hex head bolts are brite zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes sixteen (16) 3/8 inch-16 x 1-1/4 inch bolts & washers

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Zinc plated Grade 5 steel
Flat washers provide uniform clamp load and prevent galling on aluminum intake manifolds
Ideal For Minimal Space
12-Point Head And Flange
Zinc Plated For Protection

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

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Rigid core, molded silicone rubber gaskets utilize the one-piece molded rubber technology for a perfect fit, ease of installation and include compression limiters to prevent overtightening.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor oil pan rail irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan seals. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

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Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile rubber composition gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan end seals where applicable
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
Graphite Non-Wicking Rubber
No Cork Particles
Easy Removal For Disassembly

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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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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.

Popular 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines Categories

Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

Performance Intake Manifolds

Performance Engine Water Pumps

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components

Performance Engine Valve Springs

Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Rocker Arms

Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets

Performance Intake Manifold Hardware

Performance Engine Main Bearing Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Installation Kits

Performance Engine Timing Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Engine Push Rods

Performance Engine Cylinder Heads

Performance Torque Converters

Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 60 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $14.99 to $1,028.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1987 Chevrolet Corvette running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. Mr. Gasket, FEL-PRO Performance, and Edelbrock 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 29 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Performer Intake Manifold for 1987-95 Small Block Chevy, Satin Finish with 5.0 stars and PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines

We carry FEL-PRO Performance parts in our stock across Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1987 Chevrolet Corvette, our most popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines include:

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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Top 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Mr. Gasket products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:

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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

FAQs for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1987 Chevrolet Corvette?

Out of 60 Performance Engines for the 1987 Chevrolet Corvette, the most popular in our inventory are:

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Intake Manifold Bolt Set – Chevrolet Small Block – Socket Head 3/8"-16 X 1" Bolts & Washers

Performance Intake Manifold Hardware

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Action Plus Water Pumps

Performance Engine Water Pumps

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Bolt Water Pump

Performance Engine Water Pumps

What are the top-rated 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1987 Chevrolet Corvette based on customer reviews/ratings are:

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Performer Intake Manifold for 1987-95 Small Block Chevy, Satin Finish

“product fit as described , no complaints”

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PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET

“Great Quality Product”

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Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95

“Excellent product.”

1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines

More 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines

Essential 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Set of 16 Single Springs w/ 1.254" O.D., 1.254" I.D., 1.700" Installed Height (Part No.981-16)

Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

Edelbrock – Replacement Timing Cover Gasket #4243 For SB Chevy, Fits 2-Piece Part #4242 (Part No.4243)

FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1004)

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9721)

B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 2000 (Part No.70417)

Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: Includes Sealer, 3 Piece Set (Part No.1284)

Edelbrock – Water Pump for Small-Block 1971-82 Corvettes in Satin Finish (Short) (Part No.8812)

Weiand – Team G; Water Pump Spacer Kit (Part No.8207)

Edelbrock – Performer Small-Block Chevy Cylinder Head Hydraulic Flat Tappet (Part No.60879)

Edelbrock – XX Performer Small-Block Chevy Cylinder Head Flat Tappet Polished (Part No.608719)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9629)

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9630)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Bolt Kit (Part No.5003)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolt Set – Chevrolet Small Block – Socket Head 3/8"-16 X 1" Bolts & Washers (Part No.956G)

Mr. Gasket – Tstat (Part No.6368)

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

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

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Competition Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs (Part No.1075)

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

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2918)

Edelbrock – Street Tunnel Ram Small Block Chevy Intake Manifold (Part No.7110)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.957G)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1886)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.5885)

Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Chevrolet (Part No.7549)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1603)

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