1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products

MSD Ignition – Mod HEI Dust Cover, V8 & Odd Fire V6 (Part No.8401)

Mod HEI Dust Cover, V8 & Odd Fire V6

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$72.99
Stock style replacement modified HEI coil dust cover. Used on 8 cylinder vehicles only.

Product Features:
  • Externally mounted coil
  • Increases reliability
  • Increase performance
  • High quality plastic
  • Resist spark loss
  • Use brass conductors
  • Low resistance connections
  • No modifications
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Energy Suspension – Hyper-Flex Polyurethane Body Cab Mount Set for Improved Ride and Durability (Part No.3.4123G)

Hyper-Flex Polyurethane Body Cab Mount Set for Improved Ride and Durability

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$111.99
Will replace distorted and worn-out original rubber mounts to maintain car body and truck cab to bed alignment. Original rubber mounts are so soft they often crack, distort, and crush so badly they often fall off and aluminum body mounts are too harsh for street use that they tend to break and cause other components to break. Energy’s specially formulated Hyper-Flex polyurethane cab and body mounts combine the best qualities of both: they’re soft enough for a smooth ride, yet rugged enough for the most demanding road or track. Most sets have a strong zinc plated steel ring molded into them – for added durability and when the application requires it.

Product Features:
  • Assures Longer Lasting Cab to Bed Alignment
  • Replace to Restore Ride Height
  • Gain Durability
  • Stronger Than Original Rubber Mounts
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Accel – High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8 (Part No.120141)

High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8

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$89.99
ACCEL Heavy-Duty Caps offer superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire. Features hi-performance 60,000 volt alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability.

Product Features:
  • Fits Most Stock And Modified Distributors
  • Brass inserts provide for high spark energy flow
  • Polyester Glass Filled For Durability
  • Heavy duty for maximum energy transfer
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Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)

Unilite Ignition Module

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$85.29
Mallory’s UNILITE (R), and magnetic breaker less ignition modules are self contained module assemblies which have no moving parts to wear out. Using Mallory’s time tested breaker less ignition circuit, combined with modern surface mount thermal-clad construction, these ignition modules can drive both OEM and high performance ignition coils. For best results always use a Mallory PROMASTER coil or a Mallory chrome electronic ignition coil. These are also an excellent choice for triggering one of the Mallory HyFire series of electronic ignition controls. Hookup is as easy as a three wire connection.

Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
  • Self Contained Unit
  • Can Drive OEM
  • Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils
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Mr. Gasket – Performance Exhaust Gasket Set for Enhanced Sealing and Durability (Part No.150B)

Performance Exhaust Gasket Set for Enhanced Sealing and Durability

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$20.99
Mr. Gasket Performance exhaust gasket material is a heavy duty material, .062 inch thick, consisting of an acrylic binder system to resist high temperature. This material is made for sealing exhaust applications. Provides excellent sealing and durability.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-temperature acrylic blend exhaust material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
  • Resists Deteriorating
  • Provides Excellent Torque Retention
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5017)

Valve Cover

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$299.99
Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for 1987-1999 Chevrolet 305 and 1987-2000 Chevrolet 350 Center bolt engines, this valve cover features polished aluminum construction and a smooth design. Sold in pairs, this tall profile cover includes baffles and bolts to provide optimum function. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 1987-1999 Chevrolet 305 and 1987-2000 Chevrolet 350 Center bolt engines
  • Baffled for breather system compatibility
  • Sold in pairs
  • Polished aluminum construction
  • Tall profile
  • Features OEM style sealing edge
  • Includes bolts for installation
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier (Part No.6258336)

Differential Carrier

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$211.99


Product Features:
  • GM10.5″ 14 BOLT OPEN EMPTY CASE 4:10 & DWN
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Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.3.5178G)

Sway Bar Bushing Set

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$46.99
Energy Suspension performance polyurethane sway bar bushings and end links offer the greatest improvement in performance among all the products Energy offers. They make a vehicle’s sway bar system much more effective like adding a larger, higher performance sway bar! Economy, increased efficiency, and easy installation are just some of the reasons these products are so popular. Made of Hyper-Flex polyurethane that lasts much longer than O.E.M. rubber bushings.

Product Features:
  • Allows Sway Bar System to Work At 100% Efficiency
  • Zerk Type Fittings
  • Allows for Periodic Greasing
  • Lasts Much Longer Than OEM Rubber Bushings
  • Handling Characteristics Improve Dramatically
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8123)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$48.49


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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Hurst – B-1 Shifter Boot and Plate (Part No.1147336)

B-1 Shifter Boot and Plate

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$42.49
Designed for use with round stick shifters. Complete with chrome ID plate and mounting hardware. Measures: 4-3/8 in. x 5-3/8 in. with 3 pleats.

Product Features:
  • Complete with Mounting Hardware
  • Adapt To Most Shifter Install
  • Hurst Quality
  • Works Well with Round Shift Levers
  • Chrome ID Plate
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading (Part No.5821)

Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading

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$31.99
Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasketss 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 original equipment 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
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bump Stop Set (Part No.3.9102G)

Control Arm Bump Stop Set

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$11.99
Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.

Product Features:
  • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
  • Helps Prevent Damage to Control Arm
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Accel – High-Performance Distributor Rotor for GM 4.3L-7.4L Engines (Part No.130141)

High-Performance Distributor Rotor for GM 4.3L-7.4L Engines

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$29.49
ACCEL Hi-Performance rotors offer superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire. Features hi-performance 60,000 volt alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability and resist centrifugal forces at high racing RPMs.

Product Features:
  • Max stability for all RPM ranges
  • Heavy duty for maximum energy transfer
  • Fits Most Stock And Modified Distributors
  • Polyester Glass Filled For Durability
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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Bolts (Part No.9822)

Valve Cover Bolts

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$16.99
Chrome plated steel. 1/4-20 x 3-3/8 inch long. Set of 4. Order 2 sets for both valve covers.

Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated
  • Replaces Original Bolt
  • Includes Chrome Plated Washers
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$343.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 4.56 FRT/REAR MGP
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Edelbrock – Water Pump Big-Block Chevy Standard/Long in Polished Finish (Part No.8861)

Water Pump Big-Block Chevy Standard/Long in Polished Finish

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$475.99
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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Fram – High Performance Spin-on Oil Filter: Ideal for Racing Oil (Part No.HP4)

High Performance Spin-on Oil Filter: Ideal for Racing Oil

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$16.99
FRAM Racing® filters are designed with a heavy-gauge tapping plate and an extra-thick* steel can that is able to withstand the high pressure flexing caused by demanding driving conditions. A spiral-shaped center tube provides protection against collapse, and tough steel end caps add even more durability. A screen-over 22psi filter bypass valve provides additional protection against larger contaminants.** 

Product Features:
  • Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles
  • Engineered for use with synthetic or conventional motor oils
  • Filter media is a blend of fiber and resin that captures 95% of the dirt particles
  • The perfect balance of dirt-trapping efficiency and dirt-holding capacity
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MSD Ignition – Harness; MSD to Late Model; GMs; 96-on (Part No.8877)

Harness; MSD to Late Model; GMs; 96-on

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$72.99
MSD Ignition control are easy to install, but we also offer several direct plug-in harnesses for late model vehicles! The harnesses plug directly into your factory coil and harness then four color coded wires plug into the corresponding wires of the MSD.

Product Features:
  • Plug-In Harness w/Color Coded Wires
  • No Cutting Or Splicing
  • Quick Easy Installation
  • Provides A Direct Plug-In Installation
  • When Adding An MSD Ignition Control
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley (Part No.4961G)

Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley

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$81.99
Replace your stock black engine pulleys with a pair of chrome plated steel pulleys from Mr. Gasket. The pulleys are highly polished then chrome plated for lasting beauty. Designed for big block Chevy 396,402,427,454 engines with 5/8 inch water pump shaft.

Product Features:
  • Highly Polished For Lasting Beauty
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Energy Suspension – Hyper-Flex System (Part No.3.18107G)

Hyper-Flex System

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$377.99
Product Features:
  • Incredible Improvement in Control
  • Maintains Proper Caster and Camber Alignment
  • Increase in Handling and Control
  • Greatly Reduce Wheel Hop on Quick Acceleration
  • Even Braking Control is Improved
  • Better Suspension Stability
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; Chevy 454; 88-on (Part No.5569)

Wire Set; Street Fire; Chevy 454; 88-on

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$72.99
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1004)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$52.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

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.
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K&N – Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 18 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter (Part No.57-3014)

Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 18 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter

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$299.99
K&N air intake systems are engineered for increased performance, outstanding durability, and sleek aesthetics – and are available in an assortment of finishes and powder coatings. K&N’s state-of-the-art High-Flow Air Filter helps to shield your engine from contaminants, while a meticulously engineered aerodynamic tube design contributes to a guaranteed increase in horsepower and torque. K&N air intake systems are designed to improve acceleration, towing, and throttle response while providing world class protection for your engine. Our intakes are dyno-tested and provide up to 50% more airflow compared to OEM intake systems. K&N intakes are easy to install and maintain with air filter cleaning required only every 100,000 miles.

Product Features:
  • GUARANTEED INCREASE IN HORSEPOWER: Dyno-tested with up to 50% more airflow than restrictive factory box air filter and intake tube
  • BETTER TOWING: Improves acceleration and uphill performance when towing by improving throttle response.
  • IMPROVED ENGINE SOUND: Hear the power under the hood.
  • WORLD CLASS PROTECTION: Pushing the limits of engine protection by protecting your engine from harmful contaminants
  • EASY MAINTENANCE: No filter cleaning required for up to 100,000 miles
  • EASY TO INSTALL: Bolt-on power in less than an hour with basic hand tools. K&N air intake systems are one of the easiest ways to guarantee an increase in horsepower.
  • DYNO TESTED: Dyno-tested for a guaranteed increase in horsepower and acceleration with no ECU tune required
  • HIGH QUALITY: Made in America.
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Competition Cams – VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST (Part No.505-16)

VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST

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$31.99
COMP Cams offers a complete line of valve stem seals, from the umbrella seals to the positive-stop Teflon seal. These seals are a must to keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber through the clearance in the valve guides. The umbrella seal is normally used when a larger-than-stock diameter spring is used, in the case of a double spring, the positive-stop Teflon seal is used. The umbrella seals require no machining, but with the Teflon seal it is necessary to disassemble the heads and machine the top of the guide with a special .530 diameter cutter. Whenever you are planning an engine overhaul or a cam change, don’t forget the valve seals.

Product Features:
  • Work with .530″ guides and 3/8″ valve stem diameter
  • Valve stem oil seals keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber
  • Several different types of valve seals are offered
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.3.3147G)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$87.99
For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
  • Full Floating and Non Binding
  • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance (Part No.8361)

Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance

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$399.99
The street Pro-Billet is a popular route for people looking for proven race performance for their street cars. A vacuum advance canister provides economy and the proven MSD mechanical advance gives you the opportunity to dial-in a timing curve to fit your needs. Inside, an oversized steel shaft is QPQ coated for low friction and rides in a sealed ball bearing at the top of the distributor with an extra-long sintered bushing at the bottom. This combination keeps the shaft steady creating accurate spark delivery at any RPM. The street Pro-Billet relies on a magnetic pick-up to trigger the MSD Ignition control which delivers the powerful sparks to the coil. This pick-up is extremely accurate and never needs adjusting.

Product Features:
  • Designed for street/performance use w/mechanical or vacuum adv.
  • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/An HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Accepts Cap-A-Dapts
  • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
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Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.90)

Timing Cover Gasket Set

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$21.99
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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Spectre – Alternator Bracket (Part No.4719)

Alternator Bracket

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$30.99
This Spectre Alternator Bracket is an upper mount designed to fit 1969 and later Chevrolet Big Block engines with a long water pump. Featuring a triple chrome-plated finish and high quality steel construction, this part is an OEM replacement that mounts on the passenger’s side.

Product Features:
  • Fits Big Block Chevy engines with a long water pump from 1969 and later
  • Manufactured from high quality steel
  • Upper bracket for passenger side mounting
  • Features a triple chrome-plated finish
  • Stock replacement part
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1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1997 GMC C3500 to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Performance and Racing Products. With 85 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $5.99 to $1,117.00, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1997 GMC C3500.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 18 different brands like Energy Suspension, Accel, and FEL-PRO Performance. 1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products start as low as $5.99!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Performance and Racing Products is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 908 extensive product reviews on 1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products. Some of the top-rated Performance and Racing Products products we carry are Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 9 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter with 4.7 stars and High Performance Spin-on Oil Filter: Ideal for Racing Oil with 4.9 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Performance and Racing Products from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Performance and Racing Products inventory for your 1997 GMC C3500 below to get started!

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1997 GMC C3500

Trusted Performance and Racing Products OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1997 GMC C3500 running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Energy Suspension, Accel, FEL-PRO Performance, and even more.

Popular Competition Cams Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular Competition Cams brand products across Performance Engines. All are waiting to get your 1997 GMC C3500 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Competition Cams products in these categories are:
VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST
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VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST
Performance Engine Valve Stem Seal Sets

Top-Rated Accel Performance and Racing Products


If Accel are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Accel brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1997 GMC C3500, and some of our most reviewed Accel parts include:
High-Performance Distributor Rotor for GM 4.3L-7.4L Engines
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High-Performance Distributor Rotor for GM 4.3L-7.4L Engines
Performance Distributor Rotors
High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8
from $89.99
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High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8
Performance Distributor Caps
Tst GM 96-00 5.0/5.7L Vortech
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Tst GM 96-00 5.0/5.7L Vortech
Performance Distributor Cap and Rotor Kits

FAQs for 1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1997 GMC C3500?

Out of 85 Performance and Racing Products for the 1997 GMC C3500, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Performance Transmission Mount for Street & Racing Vehicles
from $41.99
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High Performance Transmission Mount for Street & Racing Vehicles
Performance Engine and Transmission Mounts
Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Tie Rod Dust Boot
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Tie Rod Dust Boot
Performance Tie Rod End Boots

What are the top-rated 1997 GMC C3500 Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1997 GMC C3500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 9 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter
from $349.99
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Cold Air Intake: Adds Up To 9 Horsepower, With Million Mile Air Filter
“Great and fast service delivery within three days and product is worth it .”
High Performance Spin-on Oil Filter: Ideal for Racing Oil
from $16.99
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High Performance Spin-on Oil Filter: Ideal for Racing Oil
“Worked as it should”
Hei Remote Mount Super Coil
from $65.99
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Hei Remote Mount Super Coil
“works pretty good”