2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines

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Keep Your 2018 GMC Savana 3500 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 2018 GMC Savana 3500 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Rocker Arms, Performance Engine Valve Springs, and Performance Engine Push Rod Guideplates. 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.

Top-Rated Performance Engines from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Performance Engine? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Competition Cams. For example, Competition Cams Performance Engines start at just $541.99 with an average 4.2 star rating. With over 39 reviews and a solid 4 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other GMC Savana 3500 owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $442.99, with a range that starts at $30.99 and goes up to $1,195.00. With 10 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker with 1.72 Ratio for Pedestal Mount GM LS1, LS2, LS6, Reduced Travel OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter for ’87+ SBC, LT/LS and V6, and CAMSHAFT, GM LS 275 XFI RPM HI LIFT HYD ROLLER 1 EA start at just $39.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Oil Filters and Performance Radiators. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 2018 GMC Savana 3500 in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.01-600-8)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$549.99
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:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.01-602-8)

Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$549.99
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:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.01-418-8)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$549.99
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:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.54-408-11)

XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$541.99
Designed to take advantage of the GM LS engine’s larger camshaft journal diameter, the XFI RPM camshaft line takes Xtreme Energy technology to deliver excellent power.

Product Features:
  • Designed with Xtreme Energy technology to provide excellent power with the LS engine’s enhanced cylinder head design and high RPM potential.
  • Takes advantage of the LS engine’s larger journal diameter, base circle and 1.7+ rocker arm ratio.
  • Provides outstanding low RPM torque with increased stability.
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Competition Cams – Magnum Roller 1.72 Ratio Rocker Arm for BBC, Ford 429-460, 351C/M with 7/16" Stud (Part No.1411-1)

Magnum Roller 1.72 Ratio Rocker Arm for BBC, Ford 429-460, 351C/M with 7/16" Stud

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$23.29
Magnum Roller 1.72 Ratio Rocker Arm for BBC, Ford 429-460, 351C/M with 7/16" Stud

Competition Cams – Reduced Travel OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter for ’87+ SBC, LT/LS and V6 (Part No.875-1)

Reduced Travel OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter for '87+ SBC, LT/LS and V6

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$39.99
Reduced Travel OE-Style Hydraulic Roller Lifter for ’87+ SBC, LT/LS and V6

Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL01-600-8)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit

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$816.99
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:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL11-600-8)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit

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$1166.99
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:
  • 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.
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Most Popular Performance Engine Rocker Arms for 2018 GMC Savana 3500s

Enhance your 2018 GMC Savana 3500 with one of the 2 Performance Engine Rocker Arms we have in stock, starting at just $62.99.

Competition Cams – Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker with 1.72 Ratio for Pedestal Mount GM LS1, LS2, LS6 (Part No.19024-1)

Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker with 1.72 Ratio for Pedestal Mount GM LS1, LS2, LS6

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$72.99
Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker with 1.72 Ratio for Pedestal Mount GM LS1, LS2, LS6

Competition Cams – Ultra Pro Magnum 1.8 Ratio Rocker Arm for GM LS1/LS6 with 3/8" Stud (Part No.1675-1)

Ultra Pro Magnum 1.8 Ratio Rocker Arm for GM LS1/LS6 with 3/8" Stud

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$62.99
This Ultra Pro Magnum rocker is made of black oxide coated 8650 chromemoly steel that can withstand up to 850 lbs of spring pressure. Featuring a 1.8 ratio, this rocker fits LS1/2/6 with a 3/8″ diameter stud.

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Best-Selling 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engine Valve Spring

Upgrade your Savana 3500 with our best-selling Performance Engine Valve Spring.

Competition Cams – GM LS Dual Valve Spring Kit with Tool Steel Retainers (Part No.26925TS-KIT)

GM LS Dual Valve Spring Kit with Tool Steel Retainers

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$595.99
GM LS Dual Valve Spring Kit with Tool Steel Retainers

Top-Quality Performance Engine Push Rod Guideplates for 2018 GMC Savana 3500s

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Push Rod Guideplate for GMC Savana 3500s and enjoy top-notch performance from $30.99.

Competition Cams – Flat 1 Piece Guide Plate Set GM LS with 3/8" Pushrod and 8mm Stud (Part No.4856-8)

Flat 1 Piece Guide Plate Set GM LS with 3/8" Pushrod and 8mm Stud

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$30.99
Flat 1 Piece Guide Plate Set GM LS with 3/8" Pushrod and 8mm Stud

Top Picks for 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engine Camshafts

Invest in one of our 4 durable Performance Engine Camshafts for your 2018 GMC, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

Competition Cams – XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.54-408-11)

XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$541.99
Designed to take advantage of the GM LS engine’s larger camshaft journal diameter, the XFI RPM camshaft line takes Xtreme Energy technology to deliver excellent power.

Product Features:
  • Designed with Xtreme Energy technology to provide excellent power with the LS engine’s enhanced cylinder head design and high RPM potential.
  • Takes advantage of the LS engine’s larger journal diameter, base circle and 1.7+ rocker arm ratio.
  • Provides outstanding low RPM torque with increased stability.
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Competition Cams – XFI XE-R 224/230 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.54-444-11)

XFI XE-R 224/230 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$541.99
HYDRAULIC ROLLER – XFI XE-R: High rpm street/strip with XE-R lobe designs. Requires custom tuning.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC ROLLER – XFI XE-R: High rpm street/strip with XE-R lobe designs. Requires custom tuning.
  • 273/279 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .581″/.588″ Lift, 114 Lobe Separation
  • Use Beehive Valve Spring part No. 26918-16 with this camshaft
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 219/233 Hydraulic Roller Cam for GM LS GEN III/IV (Part No.54-600-11)

Thumpr 219/233 Hydraulic Roller Cam for GM LS GEN III/IV

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$805.99
Thumpr 219/233 Hydraulic Roller Cam for GM LS GEN III/IV

Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, GM LS 275 XFI RPM HI LIFT HYD ROLLER 1 EA (Part No.54-426-11)

CAMSHAFT, GM LS 275 XFI RPM HI LIFT HYD ROLLER 1 EA

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$541.99
Designed to take advantage of the GM LS engine’s larger camshaft journal diameter, the XFI RPM camshaft line takes Xtreme Energy technology to deliver excellent power. Without sacrificing low RPM torque, these camshafts extend the RPM potential of GM LS e

Product Features:
  • Designed with Xtreme Energy technology to provide excellent power with the LS engine’s enhanced cylinder head design and high RPM potential.
  • Takes advantage of the LS engine’s larger journal diameter, base circle and 1.7+ rocker arm ratio.
  • Provides outstanding low RPM torque with increased stability.
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Our Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kits for 2018 GMC Savana 3500s

Make a smart move for your 2018 GMC Savana 3500 with our Performance Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kit for $1,195.00.

Competition Cams – XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam K-Kit for GM LS GEN III/IV (Part No.K54-408-11)

XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam K-Kit for GM LS GEN III/IV

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$1195.00
XFI RPM 206/212 Hydraulic Roller Cam K-Kit for GM LS GEN III/IV

Top-Rated Performance Engine Brands For Your 2018 GMC Savana 3500

When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Engine for your 2018 GMC Savana 3500, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 1 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Engine brands including Competition Cams, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.2 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $541.99. Purchasing a Performance Engine from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 2018 GMC Savana 3500, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Competition Cams 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines

If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Engine for your 2018 GMC Savana 3500, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Competition Cams Performance Engines. We have 1 Competition Cams Performance Engines in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $541.99, you’ll find the perfect Performance Engine for your needs and budget. Competition Cams Performance Engines for the 2018 GMC Savana 3500 come highly rated, with over 1 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.2 stars. Choosing a Competition Cams Performance Engine from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
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FAQs for 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 2018 GMC Savana 3500s?

Out of 10 Performance Engines that fit 2018 GMC Savana 3500s, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 2018 GMC Savana 3500 range from $30.99 up to $1,195.00 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 2018 GMC Savana 3500?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 2018 GMC Savana 3500 is $442.99. 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 GMC Savana 3500 model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 22 model years of GMC Savana 3500s between 1996 and 2019. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, and 2001.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 2018 GMC Savana 3500?

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 2018 GMC models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 2 other popular 2018 GMC models. Some of the most popular are 2018 Sierra 3500 HD Performance Engines, 2018 Sierra 2500 HD Performance Engines, and 2018 Savana 2500 Performance Engines.

What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 2018 GMC Savana 3500?

The one 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engine we have in stock is the Flat 1 Piece Guide Plate Set GM LS with 3/8" Pushrod and 8mm Stud. It costs $30.99.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 2018 GMC Savana 3500?

As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 2018 GMC Savana 3500:

Can I get help with 2018 GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about GMC Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new GMC Savana 3500 Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.