Ford Explorer Performance Engines

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If you’re in search of Ford Explorer Performance Engines aftermarket or OEM parts, consider your search over! Advance Auto Parts carries 37 Performance Engines from top brands with prices ranging from $11.99 to $2,168.99.

Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of Performance Engines for your Ford Explorer.

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Essential Ford Explorer Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xe 242/246 Hydraulic Roller Cams Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads, 102700 (Part No.102700)

Competition Cams Xe 242/246 Hydraulic Roller Cams Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads, 102700

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$1041.00
Street/strip, needs higher gear ratio, 2400+ stall. Intake, exhaust, requires custom tuning. Rough idle.
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Valve Cover Gasket Set, 7560 (Part No.7560)

Edelbrock Valve Cover Gasket Set, 7560

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$50.99
The Edelbrock valve cover gaskets No: 7560 provide excellent sealing integrity and conformability for easy installation. The multi-layer construction has two highly compressible, high rubber content, fiber-reinforced outside layers which are chemically bonded to a high strength composite core. This unique core-reinforced construction has a radial strength to resist high-vacuum or blow-out conditions. Edelbrock valve cover gaskets are an Edelbrock product.
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FEL-PRO Performance – FEL-PRO Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set, 1250 (Part No.1250)

FEL-PRO Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set, 1250

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$35.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Water Pump Ford 351w Racing, 8833 (Part No.8833)

Edelbrock Water Pump Ford 351w Racing, 8833

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$352.99
For circle track and endurance racing engines. Black anodized finish with 0.10 inch thicker rear cover. Impeller is larger than others for max pressure. Impeller vanes dramatically increase flow rates. Equal distribution to both sides of black with in 1 piece. Only flows in one-direction for optimum efficiency.
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8, 2122 (Part No.2122)

Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8, 2122

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$338.99
“Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft No: 2122 is designed for 289-302 Ford V8 engines and produces optimum torque from the low-end to the mid-range. Performer-Plus camshafts should be matched with Performer manifolds for vehicles operating from off-idle to 5500 rpm. The Performer-Plus No: 2122 is a smooth idling cam for daily drivers, trucks, vans, RVs and 4x4s. You can expect a major improvement in throttle response and torque. In the manifold section you’ll find torque graphs showing the power gains from Performer manifolds and Performer-Plus cams. All camshafts include flat tappet lifters (except for cams designed for use with stock roller lifters), assembly lube and instructions. This cam produced 310HP and 260 Ft Lbs of Torque when paired with Performer 289 intake manifold No: 2121 and Performer cylinder heads No: 60329. Not for 1985 and later engines with roller lifters. Camshaft specifications: – Intake duration: 204 Degrees – Exhaust duration: 214 Degrees – Intake lift: .448″” – Exhaust lift: .472″” – Lobe separation: 112 Degree – Intake Center Line: 107 Degree – Vacuum: 16″””
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Mr. Gasket – Mr. Gasket O-Ring Style Chrome Water Neck – 45 Degree, 2662 (Part No.2662)

Mr. Gasket O-Ring Style Chrome Water Neck - 45 Degree, 2662

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$24.99
Precision die cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xfi Spr Blower 245/256 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve, 127650 (Part No.127650)

Competition Cams Xfi Spr Blower 245/256 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve, 127650

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$1277.00
Max effort blower cam with very rough idle, needs ported heads. Great mid-range power With incredible gains up to 7000+ RPM. Solid power gains above 4900 RPM, requires spring/phaser upgrade. Requires custom tuning. 4.10+ gears, 3200+ stall.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams Xfi Vsr 222/235 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve, 127300 (Part No.127300)

Competition Cams Xfi Vsr 222/235 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve, 127300

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$1080.99
Serious street cam, noticeable idle. Solid power gains above 4600 RPM, requires spring upgrade. Works with tuners, recommend custom tuning. Best with 3.90 gears and 3000 stall.
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Mr. Gasket – Mr. Gasket Ultra Seal: Head Gasket, 5807G (Part No.5807G)

Mr. Gasket Ultra Seal: Head Gasket, 5807G

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$92.99
Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Head Gaskets are a five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction. The graphite core has excellent thermoconductivity (transfers heat) away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out. They provide excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance. A high temperature silicone coating ensures sealing of engine fluids. Compatible with cast iron or aluminum heads, they will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads. Suitable for high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold individually.brbrGasket Bore 4.100 inch, Compressed thickness 0.038 inch.
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Competition Cams – Competition Cams ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST, 17043-16 (Part No.17043-16)

Competition Cams ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST, 17043-16

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$322.99
The COMP Cams High Energy Die-Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms are new rocker arms from the valve train leader that have been designed for street and moderate race use. They feature a die-cast body created from aluminum with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. The die-cast, larger than stock body offers the strength properties and light weight of aluminum while the specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip decrease friction and lower oil temperatures, thus improving response and horsepower.
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Pushrod Set, 9655 (Part No.9655)

Edelbrock Pushrod Set, 9655

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$230.99
“Edelbrock part No: 9655 Pushrods are designed for small-block Ford 289-302 V-8 engine applications. These one-piece pushrods are manufactured from high quality 4130 Chromoly steel tubing that has been surface hardened for maximum durability. They have precise formed wedged ends for a high quality fit with the cup seats. A black oxide finish is added for corrosion resistance. Pushrod Specifications: – For hydraulic rollers, 5.0L with stud mount. Refer to lifter kit No: 97453 – Outside Diameter: 5/16″” – Length: 6.400″””
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Competition Cams – "Competition Cams High Energy 6.248"" Long, 5/16"" Diameter Pushrod Set, 7826-16" (Part No.7826-16)

"Competition Cams High Energy 6.248"" Long, 5/16"" Diameter Pushrod Set, 7826-16"

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$49.99
“Competition Cams High Energy 6.248″” Long, 5/16″” Diameter Pushrod Set, 7826-16. ”
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Mr. Gasket – Mr. Gasket Intake Manifold Bolt Set, 958G (Part No.958G)

Mr. Gasket Intake Manifold Bolt Set, 958G

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$24.49
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) 5/16 inch-18 x 2 inch bolts & washers.
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Small-Block Ford E-205 Cylinder Head with Flat Tappet Camshaft, Set of 2, 5028 (Part No.5028)

Edelbrock Small-Block Ford E-205 Cylinder Head with Flat Tappet Camshaft, Set of 2, 5028

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$2168.99
The Edelbrock No. 5028 E-Series Cylinder heads are designed for Small-Block Ford applications. The Edelbrock E-Series cylinder heads are a step up in affordable performance from our E-Street line. They feature larger runners for increased airflow, revised exhaust ports and larger diameter springs for higher lift camshafts, making them ideal for a spec series racer and larger displacement engines. The Edelbrock No. 5028 E-Street Cylinder heads also have as-cast ports and maintain the stock exhaust port location, making them compatible with OEM headers and hardware.
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Edelbrock – "Edelbrock RPM Small-Block Ford 1.90"" Cylinder Head Hydraulic Roller Camshaft, 60225" (Part No.60225)

"Edelbrock RPM Small-Block Ford 1.90"" Cylinder Head Hydraulic Roller Camshaft, 60225"

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$1059.99
The Edelbrock No. 60225 Performer RPM cylinder head is designed for use with 289-351W c.i.d. Small-Block Ford applications. The Edelbrock No. 60225 Performer RPM head is perfect for street performance, daily drivers, street rods and muscle cars where seat-of-the-pants performance is needed. This cylinder head delivers great throttle response and power from 1500 to 6500 rpm. They also feature the highest quality intake and exhaust valves and valve springs. For use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.
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Competition Cams – "Competition Cams Beehive Valve Springs: Top .959"" Od, .636"" Id Bottom 1.061"" Od, .738"" Id, 26113-16" (Part No.26113-16)

"Competition Cams Beehive Valve Springs: Top .959"" Od, .636"" Id Bottom 1.061"" Od, .738"" Id, 26113-16"

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$409.99
“With a .550″” maximum lift, these Beehive Valve Springs were designed for Ford 4.6L and 5.4L Modular 2 and 3 Valve engines. COMP Cams Beehive Valve Springs deliver increased valve train stability and a much lighter valve train. This is achieved with less spring pressure for better valve control and reduced weight of both the spring and retainer. The unique Beehive shape handles valve train stress more efficiently to eliminate damaging harmonics and increases high RPM horsepower and durability. The oval/multi-arc wire shape places the maximum area of the wire at the point of highest stress to handle valve train stress more efficiently and allow better heat dissipation for longer life. Because of the unique Beehive design, the valve train can handle more RPM and more aggressive cam profiles.”
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Competition Cams – "Competition Cams Valve Spring, 1.384"" 2 Spring, 988-1" (Part No.988-1)

"Competition Cams Valve Spring, 1.384"" 2 Spring, 988-1"

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$11.99
“Competition Cams Valve Spring, 1.384″” 2 Spring, 988-1. ”
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Edelbrock – Edelbrock Performer Series Retainer, 9733 (Part No.9733)

Edelbrock Performer Series Retainer, 9733

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$149.99
Edelbrock Valve Spring Retainers are made of superior quality steel and are machined and heat treated for maximum strength. They feature a black oxide finish to prevent rust and corrosion
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Airaid – AIRAID Throttle Body Spacer, 400-619 (Part No.400-619)

AIRAID Throttle Body Spacer, 400-619

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$157.99
The POWERAID Throttle Body Spacer is designed to enhance off-idle torque from 800 rpm to approximately 3,000 rpm. The spacer utilizes it’s unique, patented Helix Bore design to spin the incoming air charge as it passes through the throttle body spacer. The spinning air action boosts the velocity of the incoming air And contributes to better atomization of the air/fuel mixture as the air charge enters the combustion chamber. The end result is more part-throttle torque And improved mid-range power.
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Performance Engines Brands You Can Trust For Your Ford Explorer

6 trusted brands of Performance Engines line our shelves, ready to help keep your Ford Explorer running smooth. Below are some of the most popular brands and their top Performance Engines offerings:

Popular Holley Performance Engines

Holley products for the Ford Explorer span several categories. Some of the highest-rated Holley Performance Engines that will fit your Ford Explorer are:
Holley Intake Manifold Service Parts, 108-80
from $59.89
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Holley Intake Manifold Service Parts, 108-80
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

Most Purchased Ford Explorer Performance Engines from FEL-PRO Performance

When you buy the most frequently purchased FEL-PRO Performance brand Performance Engines, you can be confident it will be the right part for your Ford Explorer. Here are the FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines Advanced Auto customers buy the most:
FEL-PRO Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set, 1250
from $35.99
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FEL-PRO Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set, 1250
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
FEL-PRO Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set, 1684
from $50.99
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FEL-PRO Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set, 1684
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets
Mr. Gasket Intake Manifold Bolt Set, 958G
from $24.49
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Mr. Gasket Intake Manifold Bolt Set, 958G
Performance Intake Manifolds

FAQs for Ford Explorer Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the Ford Explorer?

Out of 37 Performance Engines for the Ford Explorer, the most popular in our inventory are:
FEL-PRO Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set, 1250
from $35.99
(4)
FEL-PRO Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set, 1250
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
Edelbrock Intake Manifold Gasket, 7220
from $30.99
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Edelbrock Intake Manifold Gasket, 7220
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
FEL-PRO Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set, 1684
from $50.99
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FEL-PRO Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set, 1684
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

What are the top-rated Ford Explorer Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your Ford Explorer based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Edelbrock Camshaft and Lifter Kit, 7122
from $473.99
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Edelbrock Camshaft and Lifter Kit, 7122
“havent istaled yet.”
Competition Cams ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST, 17043-16
from $322.99
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Competition Cams ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST, 17043-16
“These things break very easy. Not a big fan of the soft brass when trying to install them with the screwdriver head they use. Change it hex and it woy”