1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products

Edelbrock – Performer 1400 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet (Part No.1400)

Performer 1400 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet

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$498.99
The Edelbrock 1400 Performer Series 600 CFM electric choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characterist

Product Features:
  • Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
  • Electric Choke
  • 4 Barrel Count
  • Square Bore
  • Electric Choke Installed from Factory
  • Smooth Secondary Transition
  • Includes Only Timed Vacuum Port
  • Includes EGR ; Fuel Vapor Outlet
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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 – Valve Cover Set (Part No.17447.06)

Valve Cover Set

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$20.99
Are your Jeep’s valve cover 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:
  • Pair
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Exhaust Manifold (Part No.17624.06)

Exhaust Manifold

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$261.99
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:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.17451.03)

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set

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$19.49
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:
  • Fiber
  • Heat Resistant
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Accel – Super Coil Ignition Coil (Part No.140001)

Super Coil Ignition Coil

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$98.99
These coils feature advanced bobbin technology, highly specialized silicone magnetic steel cores, along with optimized winding, resistance and turns ratios to delivery 10-15 percent more energy than the OEM coils. Specialized high temperature epoxy resist

Product Features:
  • Oil Filled For Better Cooling
  • Optimized Low Resistance
  • Silicon Magnetic Steel E-Core
  • Higher Energy/Voltage Outputs
  • Quicker Starts
  • Improved Idle Quality
  • Resists Shock And Vibration
  • Resists Corrosion
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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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Edelbrock – Water Pump AMC Long Style 1973-Later (Part No.8832)

Water Pump AMC Long Style 1973-Later

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$347.99
Edelbrock #8832 Water Pump AMC long style 1973-later ideal to prevent overheating in street rods and street machines, as well as in tow rigs and motorhomes. Using state-of-the-art racing technology, Edelbrock has designed these “super cooling” Water Pumps

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 4.1875 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Satin Finish
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600 (Part No.20482)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600

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$563.99
Nitrous Holeshot Converters are Built with the same features as the other B&M Holeshots, with the addition of anti-balloon plates. The anti-balloon plates will allow these converters to stand up to the instant horsepower nitrous delivers.

Product Features:
  • 3400-3800 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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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 – Timing Cover Oil Seal (Part No.17449.50)

Timing Cover Oil Seal

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$15.49
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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Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0054-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

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$369.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
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Airaid – Air Filter (Part No.800-080)

Air Filter

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$51.99
304 stainless steel mesh. 5 layer construction. Most durable filters in the industry. Outperforms the others in clean air testing. Assures cleanest air possible from washable filter. Provides balance between air flow and peak filtration. Lifetime no hassle warranty.

Product Features:
  • Multi-Layer Construction
  • Most Durable Filters In The Industry
  • Outperforms The Others In Clean Air Testing
  • Assures Cleanest Air Possible From Washable Filter
  • Washable And Reusable
  • Made In The USA
  • Lifetime No Hassle Warranty
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Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470S)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$54.99
Knowing your coolant temperature can help to prevent burn injuries. Thermo Cap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature. This is useful information prior to cap removal. Never attempt to remove Thermo Cap when the coolant temperature is very hot. The escaping hot coolant and steam may burn you. Check the Thermo Cap temperature indicator to determine if the coolant is cool enough to make removing Thermo Cap safe. If the coolant is very hot, then thoroughly rinse the radiator with cool water, until the coolant temperature drops into a cooler safe zone Thermo Cap’s integrated coolant reclamation valve works great with your coolant recovery system. Your radiator can reclaim coolant from your overflow bottle. Wide 30 degree to 270 degree Fahrenheit temperature range. Calibrated in centigrade and Fahrenheit. Color-coded temperature ranges. Chromed crown with a colored trim ring. Indicates coolant temperature, Helps to prevent coolant injuries, integrated coolant reclamation valve, Improves under hood appearance, Fits most domestic or import vehicles and various valve pressures available.

Product Features:
  • Indicates coolant temperature
  • Helps to prevent coolant injuries
  • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
  • Improves under hood appearance
  • Fits most domestic vehicles
  • Built in calibrated thermometer
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Mallory – Unilite Breakerless Ignition Conversion Kit (Part No.501)

Unilite Breakerless Ignition Conversion Kit

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$113.99
Put an end to high maintenance point ignition systems by installing a proven Mallory Unilite ignition conversion kit. Features at a glance, improves performance and fuel efficiency, easy to install with simple hand tools, reduced maintenance and is available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:
  • Easy Installation
  • Improved Fuel Economy
  • Reduced Maintenance
  • Accurate Timing
  • Improved Performance
  • Provides A Simple Conversion
  • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
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Omix – Driveshaft U-Joint (Part No.16585.02)

Driveshaft U-Joint

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$38.49
Are your U-joints making noise? Or has one broken? When they do break, they usually damage the axle shafts or driveshafts too. That’s a lot of unnecessary work and expense. U-joint replacement is a routine maintenance chore. Omix-ADA offers high quality r

Product Features:
  • Front/Rear
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for AMC 343-401 (Part No.9637)

Pushrod Set for AMC 343-401

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$206.99
Product Features:
  • Case-Hardened Tubing
  • Surface Hardening
  • Welded Ends
  • 0.3125 in. Diameter
  • Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
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Omix – Automatic Transmission Flexplate (Part No.16913.03)

Automatic Transmission Flexplate

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$107.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Use With AMC 360
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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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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Omix – Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.17446.04)

Cylinder Head Gasket

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$28.99
Is your Jeep’s cylinder head gasket leaking? Or, are you rebuilding an engine and need a fresh gasket? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement cylinder head gaskets that will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • Composite
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Rancho – RS5000 Steering Damper (Part No.RS5404)

RS5000 Steering Damper

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$89.99
Ideal for off-road driving, towing and street applications, Rancho® RS5000® steering stabilizers enhance a vehicle’s performance and minimize on- and off-road driver fatigue by reducing wheel shimmy, bump steer and vibration.

Product Features:
  • IMPROVED HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE — Reduces wheel shimmy, bump steer and vibration which helps minimize on- or off-road driver fatigue
  • ACCOMMODATES LARGER TIRES — Engineered for vehicles with oversized wheels and tires
  • ENGINEERED TO LAST — Features protective boot to safeguard shock rod and oil seal
  • HANDLES EXTREME TEMPERATURE CHANGES — Twin-tube cellular gas design filled with all-weather fluid allows for cooler operation, increased vehicle control and ability to withstand internal temperatures of -40 to 248°F
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Edelbrock – Performer AMC; Intake Manifold (Part No.21311)

Performer AMC; Intake Manifold

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$592.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Not for Stock Motorcraft Spread Bore Carburetor
  • Two Center Bolt Holes are Offset
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Edelbrock – Performer AMC; Intake Manifold (Part No.37311)

Performer AMC; Intake Manifold

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$627.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5932)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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$89.99
Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks black oxide coated. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8220)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$63.99


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8120)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$40.99


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8330)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$56.99
ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.

Product Features:
  • Offers Superior Protection From Arc-Thru and Crossfire
  • Features 60K V Rated Alkyd Compound
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8124)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$40.99


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products

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Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 11 different brands like Accel, Rancho, and Edelbrock. 1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products start as low as $11.49!

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 210 extensive product reviews on 1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products. Some of the top-rated Performance and Racing Products products we carry are Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) with 3.8 stars and Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish with 5.0 stars.

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Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1978 Jeep J20

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 J20 running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Accel, Rancho, Edelbrock, and even more.

Popular Rancho Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular Rancho brand products across Performance Steering Products. All are waiting to get your 1978 Jeep J20 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Rancho products in these categories are:
RS5000 Steering Damper
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RS5000 Steering Damper
Performance Steering Stabilizers

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products


If are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1978 Jeep J20, and some of our most reviewed parts include:
Super Stock Coil
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Super Stock Coil
Performance Coils

FAQs for 1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1978 Jeep J20?

Out of 48 Performance and Racing Products for the 1978 Jeep J20, the most popular in our inventory are:
Thermocap Radiator Cap
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Thermocap Radiator Cap
Performance Radiator Caps
Signature Series Valve Covers: AMC/Jeep 290-401 V8 1967-91, Chrome Steel
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Signature Series Valve Covers: AMC/Jeep 290-401 V8 1967-91, Chrome Steel
Performance Valve Covers

What are the top-rated 1978 Jeep J20 Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1978 Jeep J20 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)
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Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)
“easy to install all the gaskets and parts came with it”
Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish
from $424.99
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Performer Intake Manifold for 1970-91 AMC, Non-EGR, Satin Finish
“I installed this manifold and a Edelbrock 1406 carb to replace the factory system after 27 years of service. This helped performance while driving fro”
Differential Ring And Pinion
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Differential Ring And Pinion
“Be patient after install….may make bearing type noise the first few starts….after that smooth sailing!”