31 Engine parts are listed for the 1961 Bristol 407, in 13 part types, covering the 5.1L V8 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1961 Bristol 407, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. 11 parts of the 31 listed are Connecting Rod Bearing (5 parts), Crankshaft Main Bearing (3 parts) and Cylinder Head Gasket Set (3 parts). The other 10 part types cover the remaining 20 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 5.1L V8 — the only engine offered in the 1961 Bristol 407.
The most listed brands for 1961 Bristol 407 engine parts are VICTOR REINZ (10 parts), FEL-PRO (9 parts) and KING ENGINE BEARINGS (8 parts), plus 1 more brand. Quality grades include High Performance, Standard Replacement and Premium.
1 part on this 1961 Bristol 407 page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805SI (Connecting Rod Bearing). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Connecting Rod Bearing
High Performance
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | CR805XPN | 🇺🇸 US | Race bearings, Trimetal [Pmax Black]Set | View on Amazon |
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | CR805XPNC | 🇺🇸 US | pmaxkote (racing line), polymer coatedSet | View on Amazon |
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | CR805XPNCX | 🇺🇸 US | pmaxkote (racing line), polymer coatedSet | View on Amazon |
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | CR805XPNX | 🇺🇸 US | Race bearings, Trimetal [Pmax Black]Set | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS Popular | CR805SI | 🇺🇸 US | SetBimetal (Aluminum Silicon Base) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
5 Connecting Rod Bearing parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. The "Popular" part is KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805SI.
The High Performance section lists 4 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805XPN is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies 1 part: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805SI.
This group includes KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805SI, KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805XPN and KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR805XPNC and the remaining parts above.
Crankshaft Main Bearing
High Performance
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | MB558XPC | 🇺🇸 US | pmaxkote (racing line), polymer coatedSet | View on Amazon |
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | MB558XPCX | 🇺🇸 US | pmaxkote (racing line), polymer coatedSet | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | MB558SI | 🇺🇸 US | SetBimetal (Aluminum Silicon Base) | View on Amazon |
This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies the 3 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 1961 Bristol 407.
High Performance: 2 parts, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB558XPC.
The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB558SI is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB558XPC, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB558XPCX and KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB558SI.
Crankshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | BS40245 | 🇺🇸 US | Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 191014701 | 🇺🇸 US | SetRubber | View on Amazon |
This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 1961 Bristol 407, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO BS40245 and VICTOR REINZ 191014701.
Cylinder Head Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | 7734PT | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| VICTOR REINZ | 611053900 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
Part numbers include FEL-PRO 7734PT and VICTOR REINZ 611053900.
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | HS7734PT | 🇺🇸 US | Includes Valve Stem Seals | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | HS1134TC | 🇺🇸 US | Includes Valve Stem Seals | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 021023501 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
3 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from 3 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.
Part numbers include FEL-PRO HS7734PT, MAHLE / CLEVITE HS1134TC and VICTOR REINZ 021023501.
Engine Kit Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | FS7734PT2 | 🇺🇸 US | Overhaul Set | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 011006701 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
2 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO FS7734PT2 and VICTOR REINZ 011006701.
Intake Manifold Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | MS9344SH | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 111042301 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO MS9344SH and VICTOR REINZ 111042301.
Oil Pan Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | OS6566C1 | 🇺🇸 US | Cork | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 101015801 | 🇺🇸 US | Cork | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Oil Pan Gasket parts are listed for the 1961 Bristol 407, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO OS6566C1 and VICTOR REINZ 101015801.
Oil Pressure Relief Valve Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | 3122 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| VICTOR REINZ | 711456300 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Oil Pressure Relief Valve. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Oil Pressure Relief Valve Gasket parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO 3122 and VICTOR REINZ 711456300.
Piston Ring
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | 40076CP | 🇺🇸 US | PremiumMaterial Cast Iron / Cast Iron / Stainless Steel | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | 50076CP | 🇺🇸 US | SetChrome Facing | View on Amazon |
This table covers the rings that seal each piston to the cylinder wall.
2 Piston Ring parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 come from MAHLE / CLEVITE.
In the Premium grade, MAHLE / CLEVITE supplies 1 part: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE 40076CP.
Standard Replacement: 1 part, from MAHLE / CLEVITE. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE 50076CP.
This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE 40076CP and MAHLE / CLEVITE 50076CP.
Timing Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | TCS65631 | 🇺🇸 US | Repair Sleeve Not Included | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 151034101 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Timing Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1961 Bristol 407, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO TCS65631 and VICTOR REINZ 151034101.
Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | VS11828C | 🇺🇸 US | Includes Valve Cover GrommetsCork | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | VS38282 | 🇺🇸 US | SetMolded Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 151042501 | 🇺🇸 US | SetCork | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
3 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1961 Bristol 407, from FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO VS11828C, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS38282 and VICTOR REINZ 151042501.
Valve Stem Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 121007501 | 🇺🇸 US | SetContains 8 Pieces | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 1961 Bristol 407 — VICTOR REINZ 121007501.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1961 Bristol 407
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 5.1L V8 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Connecting Rod Bearing and Crankshaft Main Bearing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1961 Bristol 407?
Our catalog currently lists 31 engine parts for the 1961 Bristol 407 across 13 subcategories and 4 brands, covering the 5.1L V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1961 Bristol 407?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1961 Bristol 407 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1961 Bristol 407?
Every part on this page is matched to the 5.1L V8 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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