Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

Your One-Stop Shop For Trusted Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

If you’re in search of Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines aftermarket or OEM parts, consider your search over! Advance Auto Parts carries 37 Performance Engines from top brands with prices ranging from $14.99 to $1,301.99.

Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of Performance Engines for your Pontiac Tempest. Of the 6 OEM and aftermarket parts brands we carry, some of the most popular are Mr. Gasket, FEL-PRO Performance, and Spectre.

And don’t forget to read customer reviews across all Performance Engines categories in our catalog. Buy with confidence by leveraging past customer experiences of our aftermarket and OEM parts.

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 Tempest Performance Engines below, order online to ship to your home, or head into your nearest Advance Auto Parts location to get started.

Essential Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1640)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$22.49
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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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Pontiac 350-403 V8 (Part No.2157)

Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Pontiac 350-403 V8

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$358.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Cylinder Head Dowel Pins

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$14.99
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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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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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1025)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$72.99
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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Edelbrock – Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Black Finish (Part No.88563)

Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Black Finish

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$385.99
Edelbrock #88563 Water Pump Pontiac 389-455 standard rotation black 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 cooli

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 4.50 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Black Finish
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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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$1301.99
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 – CAMSHAFT, SBC 295 BIG MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-602-4)

CAMSHAFT, SBC 295 BIG MUTHA THUMPR HYDRAULIC 1 EA

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$529.99
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, the Thumpr series’ early i

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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Spectre – Water Neck; Pontiac V8 (Part No.4737)

Water Neck; Pontiac V8

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$23.79
Spectre’s Pontiac water neck fits 1967 – 1978 Pontiac V8 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 includes bolts and sealing O-ring.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1967 – 1978 Pontiac V8 engines
  • Includes sealing O-ring and bolts
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 Non-EGR, Polished Finish (Part No.21561)

Performer Intake Manifold for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 Non-EGR, Polished Finish

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$718.99
Product Features:
  • Idle-5500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 5.5 in. Front Height, 6.05 in. Center Height, 6.6 in. Rear Height
  • Polished Finish
  • Non-EGR
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Edelbrock – INTAKE MANIFOLD (Part No.3756)

INTAKE MANIFOLD

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$366.99
Edelbrock part #3756 Performer Pontiac EGR intake manifold is designed for 1965-79 Pontiac 326-455 c.i.d. V8’s (except Ram Air V and 265/301 V8’s). Provides great throttle response for performance you can feel. Ideal for cars, 4x4s, tow vehicles, RVs and

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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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987 (Part No.5767)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987

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$111.99
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 black oxide coated. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Pontiac 389-455 V8 1965 and Later (Part No.5857)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Pontiac 389-455 V8 1965 and Later

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$98.99
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 black oxide coated. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set (Part No.1233)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set

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$34.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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B & M – Tork Master 3000 (Part No.20402)

Tork Master 3000

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$499.99
Torque Converter – Tork Master 3000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) APPLICATION: Tork Master 3000 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 performance torque converter. The Tork Master is an excellent all-around performance street converter. The best ‘value priced’ street converters available, Tork Master converters come with a new precision pump drive tube and all are pressure tested and fully balanced. The Tork Master torque converter is not recommended for big block or supercharged applications. New allow steel pump drive tube. Needle thrust bearing when factory equipped. New thrust washer between turbine and cover when required.

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
  • Washer Between Turbine and Cover
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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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$299.99
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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.923G)

Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$87.19
Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

Product Features:
  • (16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
  • Shank O.D. .540″
  • Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
  • High-Quality Grade Steel
  • Heat-Treated For Ex Strength
  • Plated With Durable Gold Tone Finish
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)

Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$64.19
These are high quality nuts with allen set screws to provide you with that positive lock needed for Race or original equipment Rocker Arms.

Product Features:
  • They Are Zinc Dichromate Plated Steel
  • They Have Black Oxide Coated Set Screws
  • Keeps Rocker Arms Positively Locked
  • (16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
  • Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
  • Shank O.D. .603″
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET (Part No.2912)

PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET

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$36.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$100.99
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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Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

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$26.99
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 180 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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Performance Engines Brands You Can Trust For Your Pontiac Tempest

6 trusted brands of Performance Engines line our shelves, ready to help keep your Pontiac Tempest 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 Tempest span several categories. Some of the highest-rated B & M Performance Engines that will fit your Pontiac Tempest are:
Tork Master 2400
from $339.99
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Tork Master 2400
Performance Torque Converters
Tork Master 3000
from $499.99
(1)
Tork Master 3000
Performance Torque Converters

Top Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Your Pontiac Tempest will be purring again thanks to Mr. Gasket brand Performance Engines available for online order or in-store pick up. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
from $26.99
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

Most Purchased Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

When you buy the most frequently purchased Mr. Gasket brand Performance Engines, you can be confident it will be the right part for your Pontiac Tempest. Here are the Mr. Gasket Performance Engines Advanced Auto customers buy the most:
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
from $26.99
(20)
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
Water Neck
from $27.49
This product is not rated
Water Neck
Performance Water Outlets
Water Neck; Pontiac V8
from $23.79
(2)
Water Neck; Pontiac V8
Performance Water Outlets

FAQs for Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines

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

Out of 37 Performance Engines for the Pontiac Tempest, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Neck
from $27.49
This product is not rated
Water Neck
Performance Water Outlets
Water Neck; Pontiac V8
from $23.79
(2)
Water Neck; Pontiac V8
Performance Water Outlets
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set
from $34.49
This product is not rated
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 12 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

What are the top-rated Pontiac Tempest Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your Pontiac Tempest based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Black Finish
from $385.99
(1)
Water Pump for Pontiac, Standard Rotation in Black Finish
“It is a great product”
Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987
from $111.99
(1)
Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987
“THIS WAS NOT A COMPLETE KIT!ONLY GOT VALVE SPRINGS!!!”