1978 Buick Riviera Air Conditioning Parts

Essential 1978 Buick Riviera Air Conditioning Parts

Factory Air – Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch (Part No.35974)

Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch

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$36.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Improved 2 terminal design replacing older 1 terminal switch
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KAI – A/C Compressor, V6 Engine (Part No.ACP010128)

A/C Compressor, V6 Engine

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$286.99
New Standard Replacement A/C Compressor, V6 Engine

Product Features:
  • V6 Engine
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Factory Air – Reman GM Frigidaire/Harrison A6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil (Part No.48284)

Reman GM Frigidaire/Harrison A6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil

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$119.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All mounting hardware included
  • All pulleys and hubs are machined and trued to ensure an even surface
  • Twelve point hub weld
  • Coated to prevent corrosion
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Carquest Premium – A/C Clutch Cycle Switch (Part No.ACA1743)

A/C Clutch Cycle Switch

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$32.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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KAI – A/C Orifice Tube (Part No.FJC3111)

A/C Orifice Tube

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$2.99
New Standard Replacement A/C Orifice Tube

Product Features:
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1329)

A/C Compressor Switch Connector

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$17.79
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator Tube (Part No.T34208)

A/C Accumulator Tube

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$9.49
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch (Part No.37308)

System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch

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$19.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Vehicle specific applications
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Carquest Premium – AC Pressure Relief Valve (Part No.ACA1296)

AC Pressure Relief Valve

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$15.99
The Premium CarQuest Vehicle Solutions line is designed for OE form, fit and function for both import and domestic vehicles. The A/C Pressure Relief Valve is used in the automotive air conditioning system to prevent unusual over-pressure that may cause damage to critical components within the system or to the system as a whole. By opening it’s valve when the system pressure exceeds the preset pressure levels and closing when the internal pressure decreases to the preset pressure levels, proper factory designated system pressures are maintained.

Product Features:
  • Designed and manufactured with high quality materials, industry leading components and strict quality controls. Engineered to meet or exceed OE performance and to meet the uncompromising demands of service professionals.
  • Direct fit replacement matches proper OE fit, form, and function and ensures trouble free installation of your A/C Pressure Relief Valve.
  • All units are tested using advanced end-of-line testing equipment that pressurizes the A/C Pressure Relief Valve and checks functionality to ensure each A/C Pressure Relief Valve meets manufacturing specifications before packaging.
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Factory Air – Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube (Part No.16152)

Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube

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$18.29
Optimized refrigerant flow; Core design meets or exceeds OE performance And efficiency; Application specific design for GM vehicles; Replaces damaged evaporator inlet tube
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Carquest Premium – A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ HR6 Compressor (Part No.T58268)

A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ HR6 Compressor

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$297.99
Carquest New Compressors are designed, manufactured and tested to meet or exceed strict original equipment specifications for superior quality and performance. Each new compressor is tested to provide durable life to the vehicle’s air conditioning system. All new compressor components are assembled using state of the art equipment and techniques to ensure smooth operation. Each part is equipped with a clutch and connector that matches the original equipment part and provides an exact replacement to your vehicle’s part. All compressors are supplied with the necessary gaskets and o-rings for installation.

Product Features:
  • Each new compressor design undergoes rigorous life cycle testing at high RPMs and pressures to ensure that they can withstand years in the harshest conditions.
  • New compressors are designed with utmost precision using 3D coordinate measuring machines to ensure a perfect fit.
  • The production process contains automated controls at every stage that alerts and halts production in case of an error, assuring that the finished product will always be flawless.
  • All new compressors must pass a helium leak test and pump up function test prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Control Switch (Part No.HKA1014)

HVAC Control Switch

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$36.49
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Plate and Fin Evaporator (Part No.T54874)

A/C Plate and Fin Evaporator

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$383.99
Carquest Evaporators are designed to remove heat from the air inside the passenger compartment of a vehicle resulting in cooler air temperatures. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • The design and manufacture of the evaporators result in uniform refrigerant distribution with optimal flow for improved performance and maximum heat transfer.
  • The evaporators are constructed to offer a lightweight, compact design that will fit easily within the engine compartment.
  • The surface treatment on each part ensures optimum water drainage to prevent mold and odors in the system.
  • The evaporators are 100% tested to meet or exceed original equipment specifications. Each part is helium tested to ensure no leaks.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Plate and Fin Evaporator (Part No.T54432)

A/C Plate and Fin Evaporator

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$102.99
Carquest Evaporators are designed to remove heat from the air inside the passenger compartment of a vehicle resulting in cooler air temperatures. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • The design and manufacture of the evaporators result in uniform refrigerant distribution with optimal flow for improved performance and maximum heat transfer.
  • The evaporators are constructed to offer a lightweight, compact design that will fit easily within the engine compartment.
  • The surface treatment on each part ensures optimum water drainage to prevent mold and odors in the system.
  • The evaporators are 100% tested to meet or exceed original equipment specifications. Each part is helium tested to ensure no leaks.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator (Part No.T33178)

A/C Accumulator

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$25.99
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator Tank (Part No.T33205)

A/C Accumulator Tank

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$33.49
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26778)

Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit

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$41.99
Compatible with both R12 And R134a refrigerants; All the seals needed to complete the job; SUV And rear air applications; Application specific
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Factory Air – Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26777)

Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit

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$16.99
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
  • SUV and rear air applications
  • Application specific
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National – Bearings (Part No.907257)

Bearings

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$48.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Controlled heat treating process for lasting performance and extended bearing life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Driveworks – Ball Bearing (Part No.S-907257)

Ball Bearing

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$22.29
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Clutch Connector (Part No.PTA1658)

A/C Compressor Clutch Connector

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$11.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Factory Air – Harness Connector (Part No.37215)

Harness Connector

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$15.79
OE style connectors; Molded plastic construction; Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Sealing Washer Kit (Part No.24340)

Sealing Washer Kit

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$9.49
Includes O-Ring; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Sealing Washer Kit (Part No.24336)

Sealing Washer Kit

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$12.29
Includes O-Ring; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Green Round O-Ring (Part No.24615)

Green Round O-Ring

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$1.99
Made from HNBR material; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Lip Seal Shaft Seal Kit (Part No.24013)

Lip Seal Shaft Seal Kit

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$21.99
All hardware included; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Power Servo Connector (Part No.PTA1912)

HVAC Power Servo Connector

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$4.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Blower Motor Connector (Part No.PTA1511)

HVAC Blower Motor Connector

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$42.49
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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1978 Buick Riviera Air Conditioning Parts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Buick Riviera. Maybe you just need a couple of Air Conditioning Parts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 48 different Air Conditioning Parts in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $408.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Buick Riviera running smoothly.

Air Conditioning Parts are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Buick Riviera. Carquest Premium, Factory Air, and Carquest are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Air Conditioning Parts for your 1978 Buick Riviera, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 831 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Ball Bearing with 2.3 stars and A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor with 1.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Air Conditioning Parts to keep your 1978 Buick Riviera rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Air Conditioning Parts Brands To Make Your 1978 Buick Riviera Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Buick Riviera demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Air Conditioning Parts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Riviera the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Air Conditioning Parts brands and parts.

Popular Factory Air Air Conditioning Parts

We carry Factory Air parts in our stock across AC High Pressure Side Switches and AC Compressor Cut-Off Switches categories, plus more. For a 1978 Buick Riviera, our most popular Factory Air Air Conditioning Parts include:
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
from $36.99
(3)
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
AC High Pressure Side Switches
Compressor Mounted Low Cut-Out Pressure Switch
from $34.49
(3)
Compressor Mounted Low Cut-Out Pressure Switch
AC Compressor Cut-Off Switches
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
from $36.99
(10)
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
AC High Pressure Side Switches

Top 1978 Buick Riviera Air Conditioning Parts from Carquest Premium

Carquest Premium products are another trusted brand when it comes to Air Conditioning Parts for your 1978 Buick Riviera. Popular Carquest Premium parts include:
A/C White Orifice Tube
from $2.99
(97)
A/C White Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.99
(97)
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
A/C Standard Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.79
(28)
A/C Standard Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes

FAQs for 1978 Buick Riviera Air Conditioning Parts

What are the most purchased Air Conditioning Parts for the 1978 Buick Riviera?

Out of 48 Air Conditioning Parts for the 1978 Buick Riviera, the most popular in our inventory are:
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Lightweight Compressor
from $261.99
(10)
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Lightweight Compressor
AC Compressor With Clutch
Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit
from $16.99
(6)
Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit
AC Line O-Rings
Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch
from $195.99
(4)
Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch
AC Compressor Without Clutch

What are the top-rated 1978 Buick Riviera Air Conditioning Parts?

Top-rated Air Conditioning Parts for your 1978 Buick Riviera based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Ball Bearing
from $22.29
(4)
Ball Bearing
“Great replacement bearing”
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor
from $274.99
(3)
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor
“Be aware this is a new different design not for a rear mount design on a 1981 corvette the back has a valve on the compressor that blocks the rear bra”
Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube
from $18.29
(2)
Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube
“it was easy to install”