1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engines

Keep Your 1948 Jeep Willys in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1948 Jeep Willys looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Water Outlet Gaskets, Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats, and Performance Engine Valve Springs. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Top-Rated Performance Engines from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Performance Engine? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Omix. For example, Omix Performance Engines start at just $8.29 with an average 4.3 star rating. With over 18 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Jeep Willys owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $46.77, with a range that starts at $2.99 and goes up to $97.99. With 12 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Thermostat Retainer; 41-53 Willys Models, Intake Spring; 134CI; 41-71 Willys/Jeep, and Piston Ring Set; .020; 134CI; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models start at just $5.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Fuel Systems and Performance Ignition Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1948 Jeep Willys in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engines

Omix – Piston Ring Set; .060; 134CI; 41-71 Willys Models (Part No.17430.05)

Piston Ring Set; .060; 134CI; 41-71 Willys Models

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$82.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of piston rings? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement piston ring sets from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • .060 Over
  • Engine Work May Be Required To Install This Part
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Omix – Piston Ring Set (Part No.17430.13)

Piston Ring Set

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$172.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of piston rings? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement piston ring sets from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • Standard
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Piston Ring Set (Part No.17430.15)

Piston Ring Set

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$197.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of piston rings? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement piston ring sets from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • .020 Over
  • Engine Work May Be Required To Install This Part
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Piston Ring Set (Part No.17430.16)

Piston Ring Set

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$197.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of piston rings? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement piston ring sets from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • .030 Over
  • Engine Work May Be Required To Install This Part
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Thermostat Housing; 134CI F-Head; 52-71 Jeep CJ Models (Part No.17118.01)

Thermostat Housing; 134CI F-Head; 52-71 Jeep CJ Models

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$10.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Highly Durable
  • Long Lasting
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Omix – Thermostat Retainer; 41-53 Willys Models (Part No.17107.01)

Thermostat Retainer; 41-53 Willys Models

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$5.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Omix – Thermostat Gasket; 134CI L-Head; 41-53 Willys Models (Part No.17117.01)

Thermostat Gasket; 134CI L-Head; 41-53 Willys Models

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$2.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • Use With 134 L-Head
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Omix – Thermostat Gasket; 134CI F-Head; 52-71 Jeep CJ Models (Part No.17117.02)

Thermostat Gasket; 134CI F-Head; 52-71 Jeep CJ Models

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$4.79
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Highly Durable
  • Long Lasting
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Omix – Intake Spring; 134CI; 41-71 Willys/Jeep (Part No.17409.01)

Intake Spring; 134CI; 41-71 Willys/Jeep

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$7.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • Use With 134 L-Head
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Omix – Engine Tappet Cover Gasket; 134CI; 46-53 Willys CJ Models (Part No.17450.07)

Engine Tappet Cover Gasket; 134CI; 46-53 Willys CJ Models

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$10.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • Cork
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Omix – Piston; .040; 134CI (Part No.17427.04)

Piston; .040; 134CI

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$88.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of pistons? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement pistons from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. Wrist pins included. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road. Sold individually.

Product Features:
  • .040 Over
  • Engine Work May Be Required To Install This Part
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Omix – Piston; .060; 134CI (Part No.17427.05)

Piston; .060; 134CI

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$88.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of pistons? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement pistons from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. Wrist pins included. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road. Sold individually.

Product Features:
  • .060 Over
  • Engine Work May Be Required To Install This Part
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Omix – Piston; .020; 134CI (Part No.17427.02)

Piston; .020; 134CI

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$97.99
Are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh set of pistons? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement pistons from Standard to .080 thousandths over size. Wrist pins included. They will give you years of service and get you back on the road. Sold individually.

Product Features:
  • .020 Over
  • Engine Work May Be Required To Install This Part
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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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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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$29.99
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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Omix – Thermostat 180 Degree; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models (Part No.17106.02)

Thermostat 180 Degree; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models

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$8.29
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Steel
  • Better Flow Control
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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$31.99
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 195 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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Most Popular Performance Water Outlet Gasket for 1948 Jeep Willys

Enhance your 1948 Jeep Willys with this popular Performance Water Outlet Gasket we have in stock, for $2.99.

Omix – Thermostat Gasket; 134CI L-Head; 41-53 Willys Models (Part No.17117.01)

Thermostat Gasket; 134CI L-Head; 41-53 Willys Models

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$2.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • Use With 134 L-Head
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Best-Selling 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engine Coolant Thermostat

Upgrade your Willys with our best-selling Performance Engine Coolant Thermostat with a 5 Starts rating across 2 reviews.

Omix – Thermostat 180 Degree; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models (Part No.17106.02)

Thermostat 180 Degree; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models

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$8.29
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Steel
  • Better Flow Control
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Top-Quality Performance Engine Valve Springs for 1948 Jeep Willys

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Valve Spring for Jeep Willys and enjoy top-notch performance from $7.99.

Omix – Intake Spring; 134CI; 41-71 Willys/Jeep (Part No.17409.01)

Intake Spring; 134CI; 41-71 Willys/Jeep

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$7.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • Use With 134 L-Head
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Our Top Pick for a 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Water Outlet

Invest in a durable Performance Water Outlet for your 1948 Jeep, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

Omix – Thermostat Retainer; 41-53 Willys Models (Part No.17107.01)

Thermostat Retainer; 41-53 Willys Models

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$5.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Our Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets for 1948 Jeep Willys

Make a smart move for your 1948 Jeep Willys with our Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set for $10.49.

Omix – Engine Tappet Cover Gasket; 134CI; 46-53 Willys CJ Models (Part No.17450.07)

Engine Tappet Cover Gasket; 134CI; 46-53 Willys CJ Models

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$10.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA.

Product Features:
  • Cork
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
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Top-Rated Performance Engine Brands For Your 1948 Jeep Willys

When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Engine for your 1948 Jeep Willys, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 1 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Engine brands including Omix, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.3 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $8.29. Purchasing a Performance Engine from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1948 Jeep Willys, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Omix 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engines

If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Engine for your 1948 Jeep Willys, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Omix Performance Engines. We have 1 Omix Performance Engines in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $8.29, you’ll find the perfect Performance Engine for your needs and budget. Omix Performance Engines for the 1948 Jeep Willys come highly rated, with over 2 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.3 stars. Choosing a Omix Performance Engine from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
Thermostat 180 Degree; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models
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Thermostat 180 Degree; 41-71 Willys/Jeep Models
“Product is great. Installing next weekend to my jeep”

FAQs for 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1948 Jeep Willys?

Out of 12 Performance Engines that fit 1948 Jeep Willys, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1948 Jeep Willys range from $2.99 up to $97.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1948 Jeep Willys?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1948 Jeep Willys is $46.77. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Jeep Willys model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 14 model years of Jeep Willys between 1943 and 1958. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1958, 1957, 1956, 1955, 1954, 1953, 1952, 1951, and 1950.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1948 Jeep Willys?

The cheapest 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engines we carry are:

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1948 Jeep Willys?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1948 Jeep Willys:

Can I get help with 1948 Jeep Willys Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Jeep Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Jeep Willys Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Jeep Willys Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.