Best Automotive Performance Engine Parts
Because ARP studs are manufactured to such exacting tolerances, you will note that gaskets and cylinder heads literally glide into position and are perfectly aligned, something that won't happen with inferior quality head studs. ARP studs are thread rolled after heat treat, which gives them about 1000 Percent (that's ten times) better fatigue strength than those studs that are threaded prior to heat treat. This procedure (done only to the shorter studs) more equalizes the "stretch" of both studs, which makes for a more consistent clamping force and one that compensates for head gasket compression when the cylinder heads are installed. Thread Rolled After Heat Treat, Which Gives Them About Ten Times Better Fatigue Strength Than Those Studs That Are Threaded Prior To Heat Treat.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"With the problems that plague the Ford 6.0L diesel power plant, when it came time to repair the inevitable head gasket failure, installing these ARP head studs was an absolute necessity."
"This product is the reason why many of the 6.0L trucks are still on the road."
"I did remove cab and heads and had the heads checked."
"A must for the Powerstroke 6.0."
Incorporating Fumoto's most compact ball valve, Fumoto's FN series valves are designed to fit cars, light trucks, vans and select commercial engines. Ideal for drawing small sample of oil for oil analysis.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"On the 2001 Suburban [with a 5.3 liter V8], the threads on the oil drain required adding an extra gasket so the Qwik Valve would be oriented with it's release tab away from the ground. [see pics for right and wrong orientations; pix are from a '95 Saab 9000 Aero] If you prefer a longer, brass adapter for the Suburban, there is one available: Fumoto Valve Adapter ADP-107 (12mm-1.75) The Quik Valve folks are aware of potential issues with low ground clearance, especially if you're off-roading or four wheeling, so they do sell a clip that provides an extra measure of 'lock' on the tab to keep it from pivoting open if you snag a branch, etc. You simply reach the small locking tab, pivot it up slightly, then rotate it toward the drain port [approx 90 degrees] and the oil will flow. This is not a factor with the QuikValve fitting: when you rotate the tab, the brass and stainless steel sleeve pivots [looks like it's inside a nylon bushing] to open a good sized hole, approx 5/16"."
"To general a fit, should be model specific because of oil pan clearances."
"I had the last oil change service install it instead of putting the plug back in."
"Why vehicles don't come standard with oil drain valves like this, I'll never understand."
"Perfect for diy oil changes such as myself."
"Great little thing."
"After all the oil has drained, move the lever back and your done."
"Makes changing oil so easy!"
It is also ideal for drawing small sample of oil for oil analysis.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The valve had a slow leak initially, until I discovered it was my mistake of only hand tightening the valve."
"Great valve!"
"Best accessory for those that do their own oil changes."
"As long as you don't purchase the one with the long nipple it won't hang down much further then the underbody trays."
"Make sure to use provided washer not the OEM."
"I've been reading about these for 15 years it seems, but never felt the convenience justified the price."
"On my Subaru, the only way to remove the drain plug without drenching your arm in oil; is to remove it from the top."
"Buy these for every car you own !!"
Best Automotive Performance Cam & Lifter Kits
GM 12499225. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I tried the engine flush, and brake clean down the push tube tricks, but it didnt work so i had to replace the lifters,These have a bigger oil hole than the stock ones, only have about 300 miles on them at time of this review but they are working good."
"These are LS7 lifters, great quality and they get rid of the GM 5.3 tick."
"This is a set of #16 lifters (AC Delco); Correct GM replacements for Vortec 5.7 (L31) engine; Flat shoulder around the roller; Original lifters have slope-shoulder, providing more clearance for cam lobe, unnecessary for near stock application (."
"Great fit and quality for the price."
"Don't recommend with cams with over a .620 lift as I had a friend to have two sets fail within a year."
"The new LS engine lifters."
"Very well made and a good price."
"Brand new ls7 lifters working great."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Camshafts & Parts
Camshaft Drive Kit. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I have the 5.4 3v and the phasers and tensions work perfectly."
"all parts are stamped with ford oem numbers and fit my 3 valve 4.6 perfect."
"Genuine Ford Racing parts for a fraction of the price at the dealer."
"Great product at a fraction of the cost from dealership."
"This kit is great it includes everything you need except valve cover gaskets."
Best Automotive Performance Crank Trigger Kits
The MSD flying magnet crank trigger uses four magnets secured in the aluminum trigger wheel that pass by a stationary non-magnetic pick-up to trigger the ignition. Kits feature special brackets and mounting hardware for a variety of engines.
Find Best Price at AmazonBest Automotive Performance Engine Cylinder Heads
Cylinder Head Specifications: Combustion chamber volume: 70cc / 64cc; Intake runner volume: 185cc; Exhaust runner volume: 60cc; Intake valve diameter: 2.02"; Exhaust valve diameter: 1.60"; Valve stem diameter: 11/32"; Valve guides: Manganese bronze; Deck thickness: 9/16"; Valve spring diameter: 1.460"; Valve spring maximum lift: .550"; Rocker stud: 3/8" with guide plate; Guideplate: Hardended steel; Pushrod diameter: 5/16"; Valve angle: 23°; Exhaust port location: Stock; Spark plug fitment: 14mm x 3/4 reach, gasket seat * Use with Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshafts .550" max lift. Entry Level Street Performance Upgrade.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"the labor cost alone to have my oem heads rebuilt was the same as the total cost of Edelbrock e street aluminum heads complete with springs, valves , guides, seats, seals etc ready to bolt on within 10 min of recieving them from amazon , with free S & H at almost half the WT of stock heads and capable of more HP then OEM the choice was easy."
Best Automotive Performance Dipsticks
The B&M NAG-1 Locking Transmission Dipstick was designed to allow for a quick and easy check of the automatic transmission fluid level and quality by the vehicle owner/operator without having to go to the dealership. Rugged knurled and B&M logo engraved locking cap.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Just what every guy or gal needs that has a Chrysler with a HEMI ...was surprised when checking the oil and washer fluid a couple of weeks ago there was just this annoying cap on dip stick tube that said FOR DEALER USE ONLY ...called dealer and can understand they want to make sure you only add OEM fluid as not to void warranty ... heck all I wanted to do was check my fluid level and they wanted me to make an appointment to come in and charge me $49.50 ...no way ... fit perfectly and if and when I need to add proper OEM fluid I will do it myself ... highly recommend and everyone should own a HEMI at least once if or not more times in their life."
"Nice to know the fluid level without having to go to the dealer...Due to it's "newness" the knob was a bit stiff to fully insert in the fill tube where it would lock in place, even with lubricating the "O" ring on the knob."
"simple instructions and easy installation."
"Internet forums are evenly divided on the accuracy vs the factory tool."
"love being able to check my tranny fluid instead of bringing it to a dealer."
"Fits 2013 Dodge charger 5.7."
"Nice item, exact fit, excellent quality."
"In addition to it NOT COMING OUT, it makes my fluid level sensor go on and off randomly, depending on whether I'm accelerating or decelerating."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Mounts
Called "HYPERformance", Energy Suspension's Hyper-Flex is performance polyurethane that delivers an amazing amount of performance to any vehicle that runs with it. Whether domestic or import, front, rear or 4WD, or old or new, all vehicles will achieve that level of performance that has made Energy Suspension the most asked-for name in performance polyurethane suspension components. Hyper-Flex replacement polyurethane components stand up well to contaminants that often destroy rubber and have been engineered to give longer-lasting performance and not compress permanently.
Find Best Price at AmazonBest Automotive Performance Engine Expansion Plug Kits
Skunk2 is proud to introduce the most unique, low-profile dress-up hardware you've ever seen. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"What I needed to complete my engine bay."
"On time shipping and a lot better than competitor washers."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Expansion Plugs
Mr. Gasket Brass Freeze Plug Kits are designed to rust out the frozen plugs. Designed to set the exact placement between the fan and the radiator.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"great quality...complete kit for replacement."
"A very good quality product to use on an engine block."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Head Bolt Sets
Cylinder Head Studs, Pro Series, 12-Point Heads, Ford, 6.4L Diesel, Kit. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Cheapest price you will find on these."
"Very good quality product."
"Fast shipping."
"Expensive, but did the job."
"good product have used them on several motors."
"Holding the heads down down."
"Great price and quick shipping."
Best Automotive Performance Intake Manifolds & Parts
Silver Bullet throttle body spacer is constructed from precision machined T-6061 billet aluminum and is designed using a serrated/helix design that creates turbulence in air flow at the point just prior entry into the engine. Eliminates annoying whistle found in helix only throttle body spacers.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I'm good with the sound only because I play music while I'm driving."
"Noticely better throttle response when installed with a cold air and exhaust."
"My girl friend says she hers if whining."
"Didn't feel the difference in any power increase but a slight increase in throttle response."
"Used on my Jeep Wrangler along with a few other items to improve fuel economy and seems to be working."
"I installed this spacer along with a K&N Performance Intake Kit on my 2010 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. So, I drove home, removed the spacer, and the engine idled smoothly once again."
"No noticeable increase in Tory or HP."
"The description does not state that it is for the early jk 3.8 liter that's what it fits it does not fit the 3.6 had to send it back."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Lifters
This listing is for a Chevy Pontiac Buick & Oldsmobile set of sixteen (16) Elgin (USA-manufacturer) hydraulic roller lifters for various 1987-2007 Chevrolet small block V-8 engines ( with factory roller block) WITHOUT Active Fuel Management (AFM). Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"After the oil warmed up, rev'd the engine a little, now nice and quiet."
"everything was there and works great !"
Best Automotive Performance Engine Main Bearings
Sealed Power parts provide innovative designs, use leading-edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today's modern engines. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"all perfect."
"just what he needed to rebuild his engine."
"Quality made part and engine hold 40 psi at idle."
"I have always used Sealed Power (Federal Mogul) and I have never had a set fail me."
"One of the bearing halves came out of "so called separation partition and the bearing surface got scuffed making it useless."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Main Bolts & Studs
Because ARP studs are manufactured to such exacting tolerances, you will note that gaskets and cylinder heads literally glide into position and are perfectly aligned, something that won't happen with inferior quality head studs. ARP studs are thread rolled after heat treat, which gives them about 1000 Percent (that's ten times) better fatigue strength than those studs that are threaded prior to heat treat. This procedure (done only to the shorter studs) more equalizes the "stretch" of both studs, which makes for a more consistent clamping force and one that compensates for head gasket compression when the cylinder heads are installed. Thread Rolled After Heat Treat, Which Gives Them About Ten Times Better Fatigue Strength Than Those Studs That Are Threaded Prior To Heat Treat.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"With the problems that plague the Ford 6.0L diesel power plant, when it came time to repair the inevitable head gasket failure, installing these ARP head studs was an absolute necessity."
"This product is the reason why many of the 6.0L trucks are still on the road."
"I did remove cab and heads and had the heads checked."
"A must for the Powerstroke 6.0."
Best Automotive Performance Engine Oil Pans
Moroso 85474 Universal Air/Oil Separator. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I removed the 3/8 brass connectors and substituted 3/8 male thread connectors with 1/2 inch barbs."
"working great for my homemade oil catch can."
"Works amazingly well on a 47 year old Ford 351W."
"Nice part, higher price than others but well designed."
"Gold standard of oil catch cans."
"I think it's one if the best catch cans on the market, good design, larger capacity, easy to drain, nice finish...."
"I installed this on my Honda track car and it works like a charm."
"Very well made oil catch can - what you would expect from the Moroso name."
Best Automotive Performance Oil Pumps & Parts
OIL PUMP. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Works and performs way better than the stock oil pump I was running."
"This oil pump brought my pressure up significantly at idle and interstate speeds I would definitely buy another if ever needed."
"Fast shipping highly recommended."
"I have never had any issues with Melling pumps and this one is not an exception."
"replaced pump in two trucks now - 2006 & 2007 1500 Chev 5.3."
"Really can't say enough about this pump so far."
"it's gone above and beyond I am so pleased with this pump it gives me more than what I had anticipated thank you."
"Increases idle pressure to 60 psi and 76 psi at 3,500 rpm overall great pump."