Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines

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If you’re in search of Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines aftermarket or OEM parts, consider your search over! Advance Auto Parts carries 250 Performance Engines from top brands with prices ranging from $7.99 to $1,645.99.

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

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At Advance Auto Parts, we don’t think top quality Performance Engines have to cost top dollar, and we prove it. Browse our top Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines below, order online to ship to your home, or head into your nearest Advance Auto Parts location to get started.

Essential Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines

Spectre – Water Neck; Olds (Part No.4733)

Water Neck; Olds

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$26.99
Spectre’s Oldsmobile V8 water neck fits Oldsmobile 330, 350, 425 and 455 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck has an additional by-pass hose connection and includes the bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Oldsmobile 330, 350, 425 and 455 engines
  • Chrome plated
  • Bolts included
  • Designed for OEM fit
  • Easy to install
  • O-ring/gasket not included
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Edelbrock – Complete Sure Seat Valve Spring Kit for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 (Part No.5794)

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

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$159.99
Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks are black oxide coated. Non-rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • Complete Kit: Includes Retainers And Locks
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Includes Superior Quality Steel Retainers
  • Includes 7 deg. Heat-Treated Valve Stem Locks
  • Retainers and Locks Black Oxide Coated
  • Non-Rotator Style: Dyno Tested and Street Proven
  • Great Match to Edelbrock Camshaft Kit
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1814)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$30.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)

High Performance Thermostat - 160 Degree Brass & Copper

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$29.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Opens at 160 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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Edelbrock – Performer Pontiac Cylinder Head 72cc Hydraulic Flat Tapped Camshaft (Part No.60579)

Performer Pontiac Cylinder Head 72cc Hydraulic Flat Tapped Camshaft

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$1365.99
Product Features:
  • For Professional Cylinder Head Porter
  • 72cc Chamber Size
  • As-Cast Casting Has Small Ports And Chambers
  • Max Valve Size is 2.11 Int and 1.66 Exh
  • 14-Degree Valve Angle
  • Enough Wall Thickness For CNC Machining
  • Seats and Manganese-Bronze Guides Included
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Competition Cams – Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.42-237-4)

Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$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:
  • 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.
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$106.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Edelbrock – Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Satin Finish (Part No.8856)

Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Satin Finish

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$406.99
Edelbrock #8856 Water Pump Pontiac 389-455 standard rotation ideal to prevent overheating in street rods and street machines, as well as in tow rigs and motorhomes. Using state-of-the-art racing technology, Edelbrock has designed these “super cooling” Wat

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 4.50 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Satin Finish
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Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Cylinder Head Dowel Pins

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$17.99
Dowel pins are precision machined and case hardened for accurate head alignment. Two per set. 5/16 inch x 5/8 inch

Product Features:
  • Precision Machined
  • Case Hardened
  • Give Accurate Alignment
  • 2 Per Set
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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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$33.99
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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5788G)

Ultra Seal: Head Gasket

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$87.99
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 4.230 inch, Compressed thickness 0.038 inch

Product Features:
  • Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
  • Graphite core has excellent thermo-conductivity-transfers heat away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out
  • Provides excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance
  • Coated with high temperature silicone to ensure sealing of engine fluids
  • Will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads
  • For high performance street, drag race and oval track use
  • Compatible w/High Octane Fuel
  • Compatible With Exotic Fuel
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.502G)

Intake Gasket

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$34.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Intake Gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. They provide excellent sealing and durability. Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications. Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket (where applicable). For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications
  • Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket where applicable
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for Olds 400-455, Non-EGR, Satin (Part No.2151)

Performer Intake Manifold for Olds 400-455, Non-EGR, Satin

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$519.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1622)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$34.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

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.
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Mr. Gasket – Gskt Valve Cover (Part No.576)

Gskt Valve Cover

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$27.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Valve 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 valve cover 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 – Bolt Kit Intake Hex Head (Part No.4652)

Bolt Kit Intake Hex Head

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$9.99
Spectre’s Intake Bolt and Washer Set is engineered to provide premium quality hardware for Chevrolet 265-400 and Chrysler 273-440 small block engines. Measuring 3/8 inch-16 by 1 inch, these grade 5 bolts feature a corrosion resistant zinc-plated finish and hex heads to ensure easy installation. This kit includes 12 bolts and washers.

Product Features:
  • Designed for Chevrolet 265-400 and Chrysler 273-440 small block engines
  • 3/8 inch-16 by 1 inch bolts
  • Kit includes 12 bolts and washers
  • Manufactured from high quality steel
  • Bolts feature hex heads
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.957G)

Intake Manifold Bolts

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$29.99
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

Product Features:
  • 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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B & M – Performance Torque Converter for GM TH400, 350, & 375 Transmissions (Part No.20400)

Performance Torque Converter for GM TH400, 350, & 375 Transmissions

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$329.99
Torque Converter – Tork Master 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) APPLICATION: Tork Master 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) The Tork Master is B&M’s lowest cost

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000 (Part No.20481)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000

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$899.99
Nitrous Holeshot Converters are Built with the same features as the other B&M Holeshots, with the addition of anti-balloon plates. The anti-balloon plates will allow these converters to stand up to the instant horsepower nitrous delivers.

Product Features:
  • 2800-3200 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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Competition Cams – Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arm Set with 1.6 Ratio for Chevrolet SBC with 7/16" Stud (Part No.1605-16)

Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arm Set with 1.6 Ratio for Chevrolet SBC with 7/16" Stud

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$476.99
Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arm Set with 1.6 Ratio for Chevrolet SBC with 7/16" Stud

Competition Cams – High Energy Aluminum 1.5 Ratio Roller Rocker Set for SBC 265-400 w/ 3/8" Stud (Part No.17001-16)

High Energy Aluminum 1.5 Ratio Roller Rocker Set for SBC 265-400 w/ 3/8" Stud

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$249.99
These High Energy Die Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms for Chevy V8 265-400 applications are perfect for street and moderate race use. With a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.5 ratio, the die cast, larger-than-stock body of the rocker arms is made of aluminum for superior strength with light overall weight. High Energy Die Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms from COMP Cams are an affordable option that feature a die cast, aluminum body with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. Designed to be stiffer and more durable, these cost effective rocker arms are capable of providing added valve lift while withstanding the rigors of a performance application. Their specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip create far less friction than sliding factory models to lower oil temperatures, thus improving both response and horsepower. Snap rings are used to hold the trunion and bearings locked in place..

Product Features:
  • Cost effective aluminum construction provides superior strength to weight ratio
  • Needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip reduce friction and lower oil temperatures for improved response and horsepower
  • Durable design increases valve lift while withstanding the rigors of moderate race use
  • Die-formed aluminum body is larger than stock, and may require modifications to stock valve covers for clearance.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K42-308-4)

Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit

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$665.99
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:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit (Part No.K51-221-4)

Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam K-Kit

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$666.99
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 – Mag/Marine/Mag Muscle 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit Oldsmobile 260-455 (Part No.CL42-231-4)

Mag/Marine/Mag Muscle 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit Oldsmobile 260-455

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$416.99
Mag/Marine/Mag Muscle 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit Oldsmobile 260-455

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL51-223-4)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit

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$416.99
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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Performance Engines Brands You Can Trust For Your Pontiac Catalina

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

Popular B & M Performance Engines

B & M products for the Pontiac Catalina span several categories. Some of the highest-rated B & M Performance Engines that will fit your Pontiac Catalina are:
Tork Master 2400
from $373.99
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Tork Master 2400
Performance Torque Converters

Most Purchased Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines from Edelbrock

When you buy the most frequently purchased Edelbrock brand Performance Engines, you can be confident it will be the right part for your Pontiac Catalina. Here are the Edelbrock Performance Engines Advanced Auto customers buy the most:
Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
from $195.99
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Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
Performance Intake Manifolds
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
from $29.99
(20)
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
High Performance Thermostat - 160 Degree Brass & Copper
from $29.49
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High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

FAQs for Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the Pontiac Catalina?

Out of 250 Performance Engines for the Pontiac Catalina, the most popular in our inventory are:
Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
from $195.99
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Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
Performance Intake Manifolds
Bolt Kit Intake Hex Head
from $9.99
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Bolt Kit Intake Hex Head
Performance Intake Manifold Hardware
High Performance Thermostat
from $31.99
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High Performance Thermostat
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

What are the top-rated Pontiac Catalina Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your Pontiac Catalina based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
from $914.99
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Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit
“Worked prefect. Gave me the Hi speed blower back”
Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95
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Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95
“Used with the smallest Comp Thumpr Cam, good to 5500 RPM, Cost is great, No valve float. I would use again with a samll to medium cam and 416 heads.”
Performer Small-Block Oldsmobile 350 EGR Intake Manifold
from $487.99
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Performer Small-Block Oldsmobile 350 EGR Intake Manifold
“Great street manifold, strong torque, can be driven daily if needed, looks cool when the hood is raised. Glad there are aftermarket suppliers heeding ”