1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines
Keep Your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets, Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits, and Performance Engine Camshafts. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $405.92, with a range that starts at $15.99 and goes up to $1,398.99. With 25 options in stock from 4 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Performance Cylinder Head Gasket, Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Chrysler, and High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam start at just $44.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Air Intake Kits and Performance Distributors. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Dodge Ram 1500. Whether you’re driving a 1996 model or another popular model year like
1994,
1995,
1997,
1998,
1999,
2000,
2001,
2002, and
2003, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-601-4)
from
$403.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-212-2)
from
$1398.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-232-4)
from
$416.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-222-3)
from
$327.99
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:
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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.
Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-208-2)
from
$436.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-212-2)
from
$257.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1607)
from
$18.99
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.
Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Chrysler (Part No.7371)
from
$143.99
The Edelbrock #7371 head gaskets provide the best sealing solution and are matched to Edelbrock cylinder heads for optimal performance. Edelbrock relies on industry leading head gasket manufactures to ensure our head gasket sets will provide the best fit
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- Head: 4.140″ Bore/0.048″ Thick/10.70cc Vol.
- Intake: 1.18″x2.18″ Port/.060″ Thick
- Exhaust: 1.50″x1.20″ Port
- 3/16″ Valve Cover
- Multi Piece Configuration
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1008)
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$44.99
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.
Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.955G)
from
$18.29
These grade 5 socket head bolts are zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes twelve (12) 3/8-16 x 1 inch bolts & washers.
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- Grade 5 socket head bolts are zinc plated for protection and appearance
- Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds
- Washers Included
Popular 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500s
Enhance your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 with one of the 2 Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets we have in stock, starting at just $44.99.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1008)
from
$44.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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Product Features:
- 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.
Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Chrysler (Part No.7371)
from
$143.99
The Edelbrock #7371 head gaskets provide the best sealing solution and are matched to Edelbrock cylinder heads for optimal performance. Edelbrock relies on industry leading head gasket manufactures to ensure our head gasket sets will provide the best fit
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Head: 4.140″ Bore/0.048″ Thick/10.70cc Vol.
- Intake: 1.18″x2.18″ Port/.060″ Thick
- Exhaust: 1.50″x1.20″ Port
- 3/16″ Valve Cover
- Multi Piece Configuration
Best-Selling 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits
Upgrade your Ram 1500 with one of our 7 best-selling Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-212-2)
from
$1398.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-602-4)
from
$1175.99
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.
Product Features:
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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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.CL20-246-4)
from
$673.99
Magnum 224/224 Solid Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Chrysler 273-360
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K20-222-3)
from
$578.99
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:
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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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-232-4)
from
$416.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-601-4)
from
$403.99
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.
Product Features:
See More
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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-222-3)
from
$344.99
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:
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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.
Top-Quality Performance Engine Camshafts for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500s
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Camshaft for Dodge Ram 1500s and enjoy top-notch performance from $257.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-212-2)
from
$257.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Magnum 243/243 Solid Roller Cam for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.20-701-9)
from
$787.99
Magnum 243/243 Solid Roller Cam for Chrysler 273-360
Competition Cams – CPU 206/210HRLRCHRLA (Part No.20-622-9)
from
$591.99
CPU 206/210HRLRCHRLA
Competition Cams – CPU 199/206HRLRCHRLA (Part No.20-628-9)
from
$591.99
CPU 199/206HRLRCHRLA
Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-208-2)
from
$436.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Nostalgia Plus 247/254 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Chrysler 273-360 (Part No.20-672-4)
from
$426.99
Nostalgia Plus 247/254 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Chrysler 273-360
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-222-3)
from
$327.99
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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-243-4)
from
$297.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-221-3)
from
$284.99
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:
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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.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.20-220-3)
from
$269.99
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:
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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.
Our Top Pick for a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Invest in a
durable Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set for your 1996 Dodge, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1607)
from
$18.99
Fel-Pro® Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
Product Features:
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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.
Our Top-Rated Performance Intake Manifolds for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500s
Make a smart move for your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 with our Performance Intake Manifold for $18.29.
Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.955G)
from
$18.29
These grade 5 socket head bolts are zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes twelve (12) 3/8-16 x 1 inch bolts & washers.
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Product Features:
- Grade 5 socket head bolts are zinc plated for protection and appearance
- Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds
- Washers Included
FAQs for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500s?
Out of 25 Performance Engines that fit 1996 Dodge Ram 1500s, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (19782340) – $44.99
- Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Chrysler (10441538) – $143.99
- High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (10322028) – $257.99
What’s the price range for 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 range from $15.99 up to $1,398.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 is $405.92. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Dodge Ram 1500 model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1996 Dodge Ram 1500?
The cheapest 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines we carry are:
- Engine Valve Spring (50286677) – $15.99
- Intake Manifold Bolts (6120970) – $18.29
- Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (19781319) – $18.99
- Flat 1 Piece Guide Plate Set for Dodge Magnum V8 with 5/16" Pushrod and 5/16" Stud (50288874) – $24.99
- Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (19782340) – $44.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1996 Dodge models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 7 other popular 1996 Dodge models. Some of the most popular are 1996 Ram 2500 Performance Engines, 1996 Dakota Performance Engines, 1996 Ram 3500 Performance Engines, 1996 B2500 Performance Engines, and 1996 B3500 Performance Engines.
What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1996 Dodge Ram 1500?
The one 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engine we have in stock is the Engine Valve Spring. It costs $15.99.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1996 Dodge Ram 1500?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500:
Can I get help with 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Dodge Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Dodge Ram 1500 Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.