1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts

Essential 1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts

Melling – Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Repair Kit (Part No.K-20I)

Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Repair Kit

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$32.49
Melling oil pump repair kits are provided to supply the parts needed to rebuild a specific individual oil pump. Melling kits include all the required parts needed for a quality oil pump rebuild. Although Melling recommends the installation of a new oil pump, Melling oil pump repair kits are the preferred choice when a rebuilder has the desire to reuse the original oil pump casting or front timing cover.

Product Features:
  • Includes components needed to rebuild a worn oil pump providing an alternative to purchasing a new oil pump
  • Components are manufactured from high quality materials for durable wear
  • Components are precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
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Edelbrock – Signature Series Valve Covers: Oldsmobile 350-455 V8, 1968-90, Chrome Steel (Part No.4485)

Signature Series Valve Covers: Oldsmobile 350-455 V8, 1968-90, Chrome Steel

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$82.99
The Edelbrock #4485 Signature Series Valve Covers are designed for Oldsmobile 350-455 V8 (fits 5- and 10-hole heads) applications. Engineered for function and styled for great looks, Signature Series valve covers have stock-style breather baffles that prevent oil passage to the PCV valve. These quality valve covers accept all emissions equipment, including PCV valve holes. Rubber grommets for the breather and PCV valve holes are included. Matching breathers sold separately.

Product Features:
  • Oldsmobile 350-455 V8, 1968-90
  • Short
  • Chrome Steel
  • Set Of Two
  • Rubber Grommets For Breather
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9736)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$89.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5797, 5845, 5712
  • Use W/ Locks Part #9611
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper (Part No.VK-115)

Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper

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$0.43
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.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Piston Ring Set (Part No.E-377K)

Engine Piston Ring Set

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$92.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Face of top rings coated with latest generation Plasma-Moly
  • Decreases friction
  • Very resistant to scuffing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set (Part No.8-3320CP)

Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

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$63.99
Sealed Power« Vintage components provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like new performance. Leading edge materials, ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.

Product Features:
  • Steel-backed bronze alloy lining with overplate
  • Popular for fatigue resistance & strength
  • Provides conformability required for older apps
  • Our standard material is comparable to competitors performance bearing
  • Note – This material offers less resistance to wear & corrosion than other materials.
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm (Part No.R-856A)

Engine Rocker Arm

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$2.99
Sealed Power« Vintage components provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like new performance. Leading edge materials, ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.
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Carquest Premium – Oil Filler Cap (Part No.10077)

Oil Filler Cap

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$5.79
Manufactured from high quality components by an OE Supplier. Proper fit and sealing prevents oil loss. Designed to OEM specifications. High quality finish is designed to compliment the engine compartment appearance.

Product Features:
  • Provides proper seal to ensure leak prevention
  • Stops engine blow by
  • High quality construction
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Dorman – Help – Rubber Expansion Plug 1 In. – Size Range 1 In. – 1-1/8 In. (Part No.02600)

Rubber Expansion Plug 1 In. - Size Range 1 In. - 1-1/8 In.

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$5.99
Our Engine Oil Galley Plugs are available in multiple styles, including Cup Type, Pilot Seal, Reverse Taper, Concave, Quick-Seal® Rubber and Quick-Seal ® Copper.

Product Features:
  • Many sizes available
  • Conveniently available in packs of different quantities
  • Constructed from high quality steel, copper, brass, or rubber
  • Dorman’s Engine Oil Galley Plugs are constructed to strict engineering quality standards
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Felpro – Valley Pan Gasket Set (Part No.MS 96006)

Valley Pan Gasket Set

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$43.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Felpro – Oil Pan Gasket Set: Cork-Rubber, 14 Piece Set (Part No.OS 30191 C-2)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: Cork-Rubber, 14 Piece Set

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$18.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • ENGINEERED TO PERFORM — Proprietary cork-rubber formulation
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Highly conformable to accommodate for the imperfect sealing surfaces
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
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PowerBond – Harmonic Balancer (Part No.PB1147N)

Harmonic Balancer

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$85.99
Powerbond Premium OEM Replacement Balancers are manufactured using premium ductile iron castings and injection bonded dampening rubber. Unlike typical original equipment balancers that are made with press inserted dampening rubber, the bonded dampening rubber in the Powerbond Premium OEM Replacement Balancer provides superior bonding strength between the inner and outer balancer rings that minimizes spinning and dislocation in high torque and serpentine belt appplications. With a unique combination of high strength castings, bonded dampening rubber, and dynamic balance, the Powerbond Premium OEM Replacement Balancer is the ultimate standard replacement balancer.

Product Features:
  • Designed as a premium OE replacement
  • Dynamically balanced for smooth operation
  • Strong Iron casting for maximum strength
  • OEM equivalent bonded rubber
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Factory Air – O-Ring & Gasket A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26730)

O-Ring & Gasket A/C System Seal Kit

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$9.29
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All the seals needed to complete the job
  • Compatible with both R12 and R134a refrigerants
  • Application specific
  • SUV and rear air applications
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.472082)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$17.79
National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99193)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$43.99
National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
  • Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
  • Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
  • Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
  • Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
  • Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft
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Melling – Oil Pump Thrust Plate Kit (Part No.P-20L)

Oil Pump Thrust Plate Kit

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$40.49
The Melling gear thrust plate kit provides a new wearing surface for Buick oil pump kits. The Melling kit typically includes a cast iron thrust place, mounting gasket, the correct length screws plus a detailed instruction sheet. A Melling gear thrust plate kit is recommended to assure correct specifications and a new surface for the oil pump gears. Assure the best Buick pump performance with a Melling gear thrust plate kit.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-896)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$10.29
Sealed Power« Vintage components provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like new performance. Leading edge materials, ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Felpro – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.VS 50156 T)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$32.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features molded rubber over a rigid carrier which resists high heat
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Proprietary rubber sealing beads help eliminate potential leak paths for a superior seal
  • EASIER TO INSTALL — Locating tabs assure proper alignment and easier installation
  • PREVENTS OVERTIGHTENING — Torque limiters help eliminate overtightening and gasket splitting and extruding
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Dipstick And Tube (Part No.6925)

Oil Dipstick And Tube

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$27.49
Mr. Gasket Oil Dipstick is similar in design to original equipment, it can be installed with simple hand tools.

Product Features:
  • Chrome plated steel
  • Similar in design to OEM
  • Simple hand tools required for installation
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Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., SC, Height 0.278 (Part No.362566.1)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-3/32 In., SC, Height 0.278

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$2.29
This engine camshaft plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine camshaft plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Felpro – Fuel Pump Mounting Gasket (Part No.13415)

Fuel Pump Mounting Gasket

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$1.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.FS 8653 PT-1)

Engine Gasket Set

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$97.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING — Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN — Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Pivot (Part No.MR-1903)

Engine Rocker Arm Pivot

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$2.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Dorman – Pik-a-Nut – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480 (Part No.362650.1)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480

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$3.29
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8264 PT-1)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$52.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
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National – Engine Harmonic Balancer Kit (Part No.5000)

Engine Harmonic Balancer Kit

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$28.99
National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Includes timing cover seal and harmonic balancer sleeve
  • Solves the oil leaking around timing cover seal
  • Made of stainless steel
  • Takes up gaps caused by worn-out harmonic balancer shafts
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Crankshaft Rebuilders – Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit (Part No.10630)

Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit

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$256.99
Remanufactured precision machined OE crankshafts.

Product Features:
  • Includes matching rod and main bearings.
  • Journals Micropolished.
  • All units subject to complete quality inspection.
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Felpro – Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.TCS 45840)

Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set

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$16.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Timing cover set includes gaskets and seals necessary for timing chain/belt replacement job
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts

You count on your 1978 Buick Electra to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Engine Parts. With 121 Engine Parts ranging in price from $0.43 to $419.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1978 Buick Electra.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Engine Parts brand, we stock 17 different brands like Dorman, Sealed Power, and Felpro. 1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts start as low as $0.43!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Engine Parts is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 411 extensive product reviews on 1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts. Some of the top-rated Engine Parts products we carry are Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler with 4.7 stars and Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set with 4.7 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Engine Parts from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Engine Parts inventory for your 1978 Buick Electra below to get started!

Top-Rated Engine Parts Brands For Your 1978 Buick Electra

Trusted Engine Parts OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Buick Electra running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Dorman, Sealed Power, Felpro, and even more.

Popular Carquest Premium Engine Parts

You’ll find popular Carquest Premium brand products across Engine Blocks. All are waiting to get your 1978 Buick Electra back on the road. Some of the top-rated Carquest Premium products in these categories are:

Top-Rated Felpro Engine Parts


If Felpro are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Felpro brand Engine Parts for your 1978 Buick Electra, and some of our most reviewed Felpro parts include:
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $21.99
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Valve Cover Gaskets
Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set
from $21.49
(3)
Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set
Timing Cover Gasket Sets
Rear Main Seal Set
from $9.49
(3)
Rear Main Seal Set
Rear Main Seal Sets

FAQs for 1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Parts for the 1978 Buick Electra?

Out of 121 Engine Parts for the 1978 Buick Electra, the most popular in our inventory are:
Engine Valve Lifter
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This product is not rated
Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters
Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.220
from $0.99
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Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.220
Expansion Plugs

What are the top-rated 1978 Buick Electra Engine Parts?

Top-rated Engine Parts for your 1978 Buick Electra based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler
from $141.99
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Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler
“Good price perfect fit had all the parts I needed good quality”
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $21.49
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
“Thanks works. Great”
Brass Pipe Plug - Square Head - 3/8 In. MNPT
from $5.49
(2)
Brass Pipe Plug – Square Head – 3/8 In. MNPT
“It was a plug for a radiator”