1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products

Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for AMC/Jeep (Part No.7372)

Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for AMC/Jeep

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$171.99
The Edelbrock #7372?head gaskets provide the best sealing solution and are matched to Edelbrock cylinder heads for optimal performance. Edelbrock relies on industry leading head gasket manufactures to ensure our head gasket sets will provide the best fit

Product Features:
  • Head: 4.275″ Bore/0.045″ Thick/10.60cc Vol.
  • Intake: 1.13″x2.21″ Port/.030″ Thick
  • Exhaust: 1.80″x1.30″ Port
  • 3/16″ Valve Cover
  • Multi Piece Configuration
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Edelbrock – XX Performer EGR Top Intake Manifold (Part No.3787)

XX Performer EGR Top Intake Manifold

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$113.99


Product Features:
  • Matching Top For Edelbrock Base Intake PN[3785]
  • Designed for OEM 2-barrel Carburetor
  • Contains Necessary Linkage And Bracketry
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Accepts Stock EGR Connections
  • Match With Edelbrock Valve Covers Pn[4488]
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Omix – Transmission Shift Knob (Part No.18807.01)

Transmission Shift Knob

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$11.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Black
  • Plastic
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Ignition Coil (Part No.17247.09)

Ignition Coil

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$94.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • External Coil
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.17437.07)

Oil Pan Gasket

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$18.29
Tired of looking at the stains on your driveway? Are you repairing or rebuilding your engine? Gaskets are a cheap solution to prevent or stop leaks. Omix-ADA offers high quality replacement gaskets designed specifically for your Jeep.

Product Features:
  • Steel
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.17442.04)

Engine Gasket Set

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$76.99
Are your Jeep’s engine gaskets leaking? Or, are you rebuilding an engine and need fresh gaskets? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement gaskets that will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • Full Lower Gasket Set
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Earls Performance Product – Solo Bleed (Part No.280021ERL)

Solo Bleed

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$32.59


Product Features:
  • Prevents Air Inclusion
  • Direct Replacement
  • For OE Bleeders
  • One Person Bleeds Safely
  • Without The Mess
  • No Chance Of Air Bubbles
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Omix – Shock Absorber Plate (Part No.18271.10)

Shock Absorber Plate

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$26.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Weld On
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Thermostat Gasket (Part No.17117.03)

Thermostat Gasket

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$3.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Highly Durable
  • Long Lasting
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for AMC 290-401 V8 (Part No.2132)

Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for AMC 290-401 V8

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$353.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched To Performer Intakes PN[2131/3731]
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Omix – Timing Cover Oil Seal (Part No.17449.50)

Timing Cover Oil Seal

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$13.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Metal Outer Rubber Inner
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.17451.11)

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set

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$38.49
Are you smelling exhaust in your Jeep? Can you hear an exhaust leak? If so, it’s time to replace the exhaust manifold gasket. Omix-ADA offers high quality exhaust manifold gaskets to solve the problem.

Product Features:
  • Composite
  • Heat Resistant
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Water Pump (Part No.17104.14)

Water Pump

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$127.99
Is your water pump leaking? Over time the rubber impeller will deteriorate. It’s easier to replace it now than to have a roadside breakdown in the future. Get a high quality water pump from Omix-ADA. Keep your Jeep running cool.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • High Quality
  • Efficient Cooling
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Engine Valve Cover Gasket (Part No.17447.02)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket

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$13.29
Is your Jeep’s valve cover gasket leaking? Or, are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh gasket? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement gaskets that will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • Cork
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.17411.05)

Rocker Arm Kit

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$48.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Includes 2 Arms; 2 Pivots And 1 Bridge
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed (Part No.80683)

Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed

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$439.99
The B&M Quicksilver features a ratcheting action for positive shifts, Chrome Knob, neutral safety switch, NHRA/IHRA approved Reverse Lockout. Fits Most 3 and 4 speeds.

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Base Trimmed For Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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Energy Suspension – Motor Mount (Part No.2.1102G)

Motor Mount

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$43.99
A true performance application component for cars, trucks, hot rods and racing/competition vehicles – yet designed to be also used for street vehicles. Soft-running enough to absorb vibrations for street use yet rugged for racing use. When required- a torque resistant safety interlock design is used that is comparable in strength to those too hard-running metal mounts. Replaces the original, short lived and typically too-soft rubber mounts and outdates those hard-running metal motor mounts. The popular early style mounts for General Motors vehicles are available in either zinc or chrome metal finishes. Made of Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane. Resistant to under vehicle fluids such as: oils, coolants, road contaminants, etc.

Product Features:
  • Gains Both Performance and Longevity
  • Will Handle Any and All Torque
  • Out Lasts Rubber
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Rugged Ridge – Skid Plate (Part No.DMC-16597.35)

Skid Plate

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$139.99
Protect your factory differential cover with these heavy-duty skid plates. Designed to fit the contours of your stock differential cover with the distinctive Jeep logo etched into the steel, these heavy duty skids look great while providing extra protecti

Product Features:
  • Black Powder Coated
  • 3/16 in. Steel
  • Use w/ Factory Diff Cover
  • Mounting Hardware Included
  • Jeep Logo
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K&N – Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine (Part No.HP-1017)

Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine

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$17.99
K&N premium oil filters are meticulously engineered to offer outstanding filtration and engine protection. Designed to operate with all synthetic, conventional, and blended motor oils, K&N’s pleated synthetic-blend filtration media helps to shield your engine from contaminants and ensure a consistent flow of oil. The heavy-duty canister is engineered to be exceptionally durable, and a one-inch welded hex nut can be used for quick and easy filter removal. Each filter is specifically designed to withstand the service intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers.

Product Features:
  • Designed to allow high flow rates and a consistent flow of oil to your engine
  • Pleated synthetic-blend filtration media removes most harmful contaminants
  • Fast and easy Wrench-Off removal using the welded one-inch hex nut
  • High capacity to withstand the service intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers
  • Heavy-duty canister for outstanding durability
  • Laboratory tested to ensure excellent capacity, efficiency, and mechanical strength
  • Designed to operate with all synthetic, conventional, and blended motor oils
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MSD44-30)

Differential Mini Spool

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$101.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL – DANA 44, 30 SPL.
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Omix – Pinion Bearing (Part No.16560.19)

Pinion Bearing

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$64.99
Is your axle’s differential making ugly noises? It could be that the pinion bearing has starved for oil or it is worn out from high mileage. The longer you wait to fix it, the more damage will be done. Omix-ADA offers new replacement pinion bearings for y

Product Features:
  • Inner
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Exhaust Flange Gasket (Part No.17451.09)

Exhaust Flange Gasket

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$5.29
Are you smelling exhaust in your Jeep? Can you hear an exhaust leak? If so, you may have a bad exhaust pipe gasket. Omix-ADA offers high quality exhaust gaskets to solve the problem.

Product Features:
  • Composite
  • Heat Resistant
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Accel – Universal Fit Graphite Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8026)

Universal Fit Graphite Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set

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$128.99
These ACCEL carbon and graphite core wire sets virtually eliminate RFI noise, while providing maximum conductivity for ultimate performance in any race or street application. Double silicon insulation eliminates leakage and misfire.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty 8.8mm Oversized Silicone Jacket
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Of Resistance
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Omix – Exhaust Manifold Kit (Part No.17622.03)

Exhaust Manifold Kit

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$257.99
Are you smelling exhaust in your Jeep? Can you hear an exhaust leak? If so, you may have a cracked exhaust manifold. Omix-ADA offers high quality exhaust manifolds and gaskets to solve the problem.

Product Features:
  • Includes Gaskets
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Thermostat (Part No.17106.03)

Thermostat

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$12.29
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Steel
  • Better Flow Control
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Piston Ring Set (Part No.17430.21)

Piston Ring Set

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$111.99
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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Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Distributor Wiring Harness

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$30.49


Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • Makes Connections Quick And Easy
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Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470R)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$48.09
The fastest, easiest way to know exactly when it’s safe to open your radiator cap. ThermoCap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature.

Product Features:
  • Indicates coolant temperature
  • Helps prevent coolant injuries
  • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
  • Color-coded temperature ranges
  • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
  • Improves under-hood appearance
  • Chromed crown with a colored trim ring
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1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1978 Jeep Cherokee 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 Performance and Racing Products. With 71 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $1.49 to $825.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1978 Jeep Cherokee.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 15 different brands like Accel, Edelbrock, and Mr. Gasket. 1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products start as low as $1.49!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Performance and Racing Products is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 1,215 extensive product reviews on 1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products. Some of the top-rated Performance and Racing Products products we carry are Super Stock Coil Chrome with 4.0 stars and Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration with 5.0 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Performance and Racing Products 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 Performance and Racing Products inventory for your 1978 Jeep Cherokee below to get started!

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1978 Jeep Cherokee

Trusted Performance and Racing Products OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Jeep Cherokee running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Accel, Edelbrock, Mr. Gasket, and even more.

Popular B & M Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular B & M brand products across Performance Engines. All are waiting to get your 1978 Jeep Cherokee back on the road. Some of the top-rated B & M products in these categories are:
Tork Master 2400
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Tork Master 2400
Performance Torque Converters

Top-Rated Edelbrock Performance and Racing Products


If Edelbrock are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Edelbrock brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1978 Jeep Cherokee, and some of our most reviewed Edelbrock parts include:

FAQs for 1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1978 Jeep Cherokee?

Out of 71 Performance and Racing Products for the 1978 Jeep Cherokee, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

What are the top-rated 1978 Jeep Cherokee Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1978 Jeep Cherokee based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Super Stock Coil Chrome
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Super Stock Coil Chrome
“Great”
Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration
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(5)
Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration
“Seeing the commercials on the speed channel got me thinking about my 1996 Dodge Dakota 4×4 with V-6, with a lot of miles. Needed a boost of power and”
Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L
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Distributor; 6-cyl. AMC Jeep 232-258; 4.0L
“Work’s great. My problem was it would not shut off.”