1978 Chevrolet Impala Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1978 Chevrolet Impala Performance and Racing Products

Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9629)

Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy

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$187.99


Product Features:
  • Case-Hardened Tubing
  • Surface Hardening
  • Welded Ends
  • 0.3125 in. Diameter
  • Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
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Mr. Gasket – Alternator (Part No.5122)

Alternator

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$266.99
Quality chrome plated and remanufactured to exceed OEM specifications for maximum dependability. Tested and output rated at 60 amps.

Product Features:
  • Exceeds OEM specifications
  • Output rated to 60 amps
  • Remanufactured
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Hooker Headers – Super Comp. Header (Part No.2124HKR)

Super Comp. Header

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$551.99
Hooker has a complete line of engine swap headers, front frame mounts and transmission mounts for popular engine swaps. Available for Chevy, Chrysler and Ford small block and big block engines. Hooker swap headers and mounts are designed to provide an exact fit when used together. Hooker swap headers add the extra horsepower and torque the serious enthusiast demands. Hooker Headers are the best single improvement you can make.

Product Features:
  • Long Tube Lengths
  • Long Transition Collectors
  • Monstrous Low-Mid Range Torque
  • Keep Top End Horsepower
  • Provides Finest Fit
  • Most Durable Design Available
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5240)

Valve Cover

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$69.99
Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for 1965-2000 Chevrolet Big Block 396-502 engines, this valve cover features triple chrome plated steel construction and a smooth design. Sold in pairs, this stock profile cover includes baffles to provide optimum function. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 1965-2000 Chevrolet Big Block 396-502 engines
  • Baffled for breather system compatibility
  • Sold in pairs
  • Triple chrome-plated steel construction
  • Stock height
  • Features OEM style sealing edge
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Edelbrock – Torker-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-1986 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8 (Part No.5002)

Torker-Plus Camshaft Kit for 1957-1986 Small-Block Chevy 283-400 V8

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$411.99
Edelbrock camshafts are matched to Edelbrock Total Power Package components for proven performance, taking the guesswork out of camshaft selection. They are compatible with OEM or Edelbrock hydraulic roller tappets which reduce friction, virtually eliminate break-in problems, and permit higher valve velocities for increased performance. Designed to work with Torker II manifolds for performance from 2500 to 6500 RPM, these camshafts are ideal for high-performance street, drag or marine applications. Torker-Plus cams have a slightly rough idle and are not suitable for trucks or towing applications. Hydraulic flat tappet lifters are included with each camshaft.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 2500 to 6500 Performance
  • Designed for Hi-Perf Street; Drag or Marine Use
  • Matched to Edelbrock Torker II Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Dyno Matched/Street Proven Performance
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.175)

Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$25.99
Thick, molded rubber with steel carrier. Manufactured from high-density cork and rubber blend gasket material. A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor flange irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage. Creates a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Available in standard or extra thick to provide additional valve train to cover clearance. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Provides Excellent Flange Sealing And Durability
  • For High Perf. Street Drag Race Oval Track
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Holley – Street Carbs (Part No.0-80508S)

Street Carbs

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$477.99
One of the most widely used Holley carbs of all times -the 0-80508S! Its dual feed fuel inlets assure you get all the fuel you need and its 750 CFM of airflow makes it the perfect performance upgrade carb. Its vacuum secondaries and electric choke make it super easy to use on a wide range of vehicles. Don’t trust your performance to just anyone, Holley is the only modular carburetor company that has been in business for over 100 years and has powered every NASCAR champion since the 60’s.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1074)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$64.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • 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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.5884)

Ultra Seal; Oil Pan Gasket

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$30.99
Manufactured from cellulose and nitrile composition gasket material. A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor oil pan rail irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan seals where applicable. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Maxi-seal fiber material
  • Superior blow-out resistance
  • High-tensile strength
  • Reduces gasket splitting
  • Graphite non-wicking rubber
  • No cork particles
  • Easy removal for disassembly
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bump Stop Set (Part No.3.9102R)

Control Arm Bump Stop Set

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$14.99
Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.

Product Features:
  • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
  • Helps Prevent Damage to Control Arm
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Spectre – Aluminum OIL PAN SBC 80-85 (Part No.4988)

Aluminum OIL PAN SBC 80-85

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$222.99
The Spectre polished aluminum oil pan is designed to fit 1980-1985 small block Chevrolet 305-350 engine with a passenger side dipstick. This oil pan is made from a heavy die-cast polished aluminum featuring a finned diamond design. The stock oil capacity is maintained at 4 quarts. The required mounting fasteners are included.

Product Features:
  • Stock 4 quart capacity
  • Polished die-cast aluminum
  • Finned diamond design finish
  • Includes mounting fasteners
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM; Nitrous Systems (Part No.70092)

Performer RPM; Nitrous Systems

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$766.99


Product Features:
  • Designed For Carbureted V8s
  • Power Increases From 100-250 HP
  • Precision EDM Machined Spray Bars
  • Simple To Install
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Megashifter (Part No.80690)

Automatic Shifter, Megashifter

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$461.99
The B&M Megashifter has it all, form, function and classic style. This all adds up to bring you a quality shifter that’s been one of the most popular automatic shifters of all time. First off let’s talk function. The Megashifters positive ratcheting funct

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount
  • Base Can Be Trimmed-Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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Mr. Gasket – Water Outlet Gasket (Part No.738G)

Water Outlet Gasket

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$30.99
Manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber for excellent sealing and durability. Precision die cut for application.

Product Features:
  • Edge molded rubber water outlet gasket is reusable
  • Requires no gasket sealer
  • Solid aluminum carrier for strength/rigidity
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Weiand – Pro-Street; Supercharger Kit (Part No.7750-1)

Pro-Street; Supercharger Kit

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$3779.99


Product Features:
  • Develop 400 To 450 Plus Horsepower
  • Low Profile Design For Good Conscious Rodders
  • Increases Torque For Heavy Cars And Towing Apps.
  • Great Power Adder For Low Compression Crate Motors
  • Various Snout Lengths For Different V-Belt Arngm.
  • Full Time Power Every Time You Hit The Gas
  • w/No Lag
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM 2 Carb/Plate Nitrous Systems Square-Bore Carbs (200-300-400+ Hp) (Part No.70056)

Performer RPM 2 Carb/Plate Nitrous Systems Square-Bore Carbs (200-300-400+ Hp)

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$1243.99
Designed for carburetor V8 engines. Power increases from 200 to 400 horsepower. Simple to install. Shorter spray bars. More even distribution across the plenum. A more balanced air and fuel ratio. Quicker response time.

Product Features:
  • Designed For Carbureted V8 Engines
  • Power Increases From 200-400_ HP
  • Simple To Install
  • Shorter Spray Bars
  • More Even Distribution Across The Plenum
  • A More Balanced Air/Fuel ratio
  • Quicker Response Time
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B & M – Shift Improver Kit, 82-93 TH700R4 (Part No.70239)

Shift Improver Kit, 82-93 TH700R4

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$71.99
The B&M Shift Improver Kit the easiest way to get the performance you’ve always wanted out of your automatic transmission, two modes to select from: Heavy Duty, or Street/Strip. It’s our least expensive and simplest to install kit.

Product Features:
  • Provides Crisp Shifts
  • On Any Stock Automatic Transmission
  • Eliminates Soft/Sluggish Shift
  • Eliminates Shift Overlap
  • Eliminate Clutch and Band Wear
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Transmission Removal Not Required
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MSD Ignition – Distributor Cap; GM HEI; Late Model; External Coil (Part No.8426)

Distributor Cap; GM HEI; Late Model; External Coil

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$35.99
All MSD extra duty distributor caps are designed with performance in mind and are molded from high quality, voltage insulating material and use low resistance terminals.

Product Features:
  • Designed w/Performance In Mind
  • High Quality; Voltage Insulating Material
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B & M – Traveler Converter (Part No.30423)

Traveler Converter

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$375.99
Torque Converter – Traveler Converter (SUV and Light Truck) for GM 1968 to 1981 TH350, TH375B APPLICATION: GM 1968 to 1981 TH350, TH375B (6) (will not fit TH-350C) Provides slightly higher stall speed than stock to improve pulling power at low speeds. New

Product Features:
  • Ideal For Motor Homes
  • Ideal For Towing Applications
  • Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearings
  • Furnace Brazed
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Spectre – In Gasket Comp Sb Chev S (Part No.400)

In Gasket Comp Sb Chev S

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$34.49
The K&N PreCharger® filter wrap is specially designed to extend the service interval of your K&N Filtercharger filter when used in very dusty conditions. They are made from durable polyester material containing a uniform weave. The PreCharger will stop small dirt particles with minimal restriction to the airflow of the filter.

Product Features:
  • Cellulose nitrile composition
  • Silicone beading on both sides
  • Create a leak proof seal
  • Double beaded, includes EGR restrictor plate
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Spectre – Engine Dress Steel Up Kit (Part No.54083)

Engine Dress Steel Up Kit

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$119.99
Spectre’s Engine Dress-Up Kit was designed for the ’58-’86 Chevrolet small block 265-400. This kit includes: stock height baffled covers, chrome T-bar hold downs, chrome PCV breather, chrome breather, chrome oil filler cap, grommets, and a stainless steel braided PCV hose with red/blue Magna-Clamps. Designed for use with OE specifications for fit and function, Spectre products are engineered to perform as good as they look.

Product Features:
  • For Chevrolet small block 265 and 400
  • Kit includes: stock height baffled covers, chrome T-bar hold downs, chrome PCV breather, chrome breather, chrome oil filler cap, grommets, and a stain
  • Designed for use with OE specifications for fit and function
  • Made from high quality material
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Spectre – Water Neck; Chevy V8 Late (Part No.42313)

Water Neck; Chevy V8 Late

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$19.99
Spectre’s Chevrolet V8 water neck fits 1966 – 1995 Chevy V8 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes the bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1966 – 1995 Chevy V8 engines
  • Includes bolts
  • Chrome plated
  • Designed for OEM fit
  • Easy to install
  • O-ring/gasket not included
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module (Part No.8362)

Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module

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$259.99
Introducing the Street Fire value-line brand of MSD Ignition. Street Fire components offer a quality designed alternative to the bottom bargain parts that are springing up all over. We’re so assured with the quality of our new Street Fire HEI distributor that we provide a one year warranty with it! We know the importance of a centrifugal advance in a distributor so our engineers made sure that the Street Fire receive an advance assembly with coated weights and welded weight pins (Not just pressed in like other models). Another area that you cannot afford to scrimp on is with a distributor gear. The Street Fire is fit with the same gear that is used on our Pro-Billet models. The metallurgy of this gear has been refined for years to perform through the harshest conditions. Inside, the ignition module and coil work together to produce a stout spark to light the fuel mixture for great performance.

Product Features:
  • Included 4-Pin Module
  • The only value priced HEI with a full one year warranty
  • Heavy duty distributor gear for durability
  • Welded weight pins and heavy duty construction
  • Adjustable vacuum advance helps tune it to each engine
  • 21° of mechanical advance
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2903)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$15.29
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Mr. Gasket – Precision Timing Tape (Part No.1588)

Precision Timing Tape

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$18.99
Avoid trouble with this precision timing tape. Use it for accurate timing, setting valve lash or when degreeing the harmonic balancer.

Product Features:
  • Accurate in calibration
  • For hi-performance engines
  • Increased performance
  • Set valve lash at proper time
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Mr. Gasket – Differential Cover Kit (Part No.9894)

Differential Cover Kit

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$67.99
Made from heavy gauge steel, these chrome plated rear end covers are complete with bolts and gaskets.

Product Features:
  • Heavy gauge steel
  • Chrome plated
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.923G)

Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$77.99
Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

Product Features:
  • Sure-lock rocker arm nuts
  • Precise valve train adjustment
  • Keep rocker arms locked
  • High-quality grade steel
  • Heat-treated for ex strength
  • Plated with durable gold tone finish
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Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

TIMING CHAIN

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$29.99
Product Features:
  • Timing Chain Only
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1978 Chevrolet Impala Performance and Racing Products

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Popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular FEL-PRO Performance brand products across Performance Engines. All are waiting to get your 1978 Chevrolet Impala back on the road. Some of the top-rated FEL-PRO Performance products in these categories are:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set
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Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set
Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets

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If Mr. Gasket are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Mr. Gasket brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1978 Chevrolet Impala, and some of our most reviewed Mr. Gasket parts include:
Exhaust Gasket Set
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Exhaust Gasket Set
Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set
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Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets
Fuel Pump Block-Off Plate
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Fuel Pump Block-Off Plate
Performance Fuel Pumps

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What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1978 Chevrolet Impala?

Out of 249 Performance and Racing Products for the 1978 Chevrolet Impala, the most popular in our inventory are:
Transmission Mount
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Transmission Mount
Performance Engine and Transmission Mounts

What are the top-rated 1978 Chevrolet Impala Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1978 Chevrolet Impala based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
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Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit
“Worked well”
Differential Ring And Pinion
from $342.99
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Differential Ring And Pinion
“Good product good price”
Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module
from $259.99
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Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module
“Bought this distributor for my 350. Runs like a champ now, and is very responsive.”