1978 Oldsmobile Starfire Suspension Parts

Essential 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire Suspension Parts

Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1997)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.99
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Monroe – Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit (Part No.SA1998)

Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit

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$13.29
Monroe® Shock-Mate® Shock Absorber Boot Kits are universal replacement shock boots use to protect the shock’s piston rod from dirt, mud and other contaminants – protecting the life of your shocks.

Product Features:
  • Protects the shock’s piston rod from damage
  • Universal design for easy installation
  • Tie-strap included for a secure fit
  • Constructed from high quality urethane for maximum durability
  • Multiple color choices available
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Valvoline – DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.822405)

DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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$14.49
Valvoline DEXRON®-VI ATF is a full-synthetic transmission fluid formulated with advanced additive technology to meet and exceed the requirements of the General Motors’ DEXRON®-VI specification. It is officially licensed and approved by GM and is fully back-serviceable and can be used wherever DEXRON®-II and/or DEXRON®-III are recommended. Recommended for use in the following applications: DEXRON®-VI, DEXRON®-III, DEXRON®-II, and Allison C-4.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
  • Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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MOOG – Coil Spring Insulator (Part No.K6203-2)

Coil Spring Insulator

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$5.29
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Protects spring and spring seat from damage
  • Replacement helps to reduce noise
  • Includes insulator and bearing
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Energy Suspension – Coil Spring Isolator Set (Part No.3.6108G)

Coil Spring Isolator Set

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$12.99
Made of superior Hyper-Flex material. Saves replacing again and again, lasting 3 to 10 times longer. Assemble to chassis the same way as OEM isolators and do not adversely change ride characteristics.

Product Features:
  • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
  • Lasts from 3 to 10 Times Longer
  • Assemble to Chassis Same Way as OEM
  • Maintains Factory Ride Characteristics
  • Simple Way to Increase Vehicle Height
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Rare Parts – Coil Spring Insulator (Part No.RP47081)

Coil Spring Insulator

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$21.49
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Reduces vibration
  • Reduces road noise
  • UV resistant
  • No Squeak
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Metro Mould – Coil Spring Insulator (Part No.BN 110)

Coil Spring Insulator

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$43.49
Founded in 1918, Metro Moulded Parts, Inc. is the leading USA manufacturer of top quality molded detail rubber parts and sponge rubber weatherstripping for antique, classic, restoration cars and trucks, as well as late model vehicles. Metro’s detailed rubber parts are manufactured to meet or exceed the specifications of the original part. They are the finest reproductions available anywhere. Front Coil Spring Insulator. Each.

Product Features:
  • Jet black to match the color of the original part
  • Dense rubber to match the original
  • Exact fit
  • High quality original equipment replacement part
  • Made in the USA
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MOOG – Control Arm Bushing Kit (Part No.K5161)

Control Arm Bushing Kit

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$56.99
Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG control arm bushings deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

Product Features:
  • HIGHLY PRECISE ENGINEERING — Optimized for quiet operation and resistance to wear, salt, road grime and oils
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS — Made from high-quality elastomer compounds for durability and ride performance
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN — Engineered to match or exceed OE requirements
  • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
  • Metal rib design helps lock the inner tube within frame pocket
  • Metal surfaces are phosphate coated for corrosion protection
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.3.3167G)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$57.99
For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
  • Full Floating and Non Binding
  • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.3.3169R)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$57.99
For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
  • Full Floating and Non Binding
  • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.3.3105R)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$109.99
For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
  • Full Floating and Non Binding
  • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5820)

OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$44.49
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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KYB – Gas Shock (Part No.343132)

Gas Shock

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$43.49
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading supplier of shocks and struts to new vehicle manufacturers and the Excel-G is made on the very same KYB OE assembly lines, uses the same OE quality components and is calibrated to restore original, designed performance, not change it. That has earned Excel-G the classification: OEA (Original Equipment for the Aftermarket). The KYB Excel-G is a nitrogen gas-charged, twin-tube design that includes every quality component that our global OEM products include and it is the preferred choice by professional technicians.

Product Features:
  • KYB Recommended Orem Replacement Shock For Classic, Domestic Cars
  • The KYB Excel-G Helps Restore The Designed Control And Handling Of Your Vehicle
  • The KYB Excel-G Uses A Triple Lip Fluid Seal To Reduce The Chance Of Oil And Gas Leaking Out
  • Vehicle Specific, Hand Assembled, In-House Damping Valves Correctly Manage Tire Contact, Steering Response And Body Movement
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Excel-G Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
  • KYB Has The Strongest And Thickest Strut Bodies And Brackets In The Industry; Minimizing Flex To Maintain Correct Alignment In All Conditions
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Lakewood – Drag Shock-70/30:GM (Rear) (Part No.40310)

Drag Shock-70/30:GM (Rear)

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$104.99
The best all-round choice for vehicles with leaf or coil springs. Properly loads rear wheels to prevent over-reaction and wheel hop.

Product Features:
  • Excellent Weight Transfer
  • Lets Front End Down Quickly
  • Maximum Traction
  • Makes Vehicle Safer
  • Easier Control At End Of Track
  • Better Overall Stability
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Monroe – Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.55820)

Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$25.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic passenger cars
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Lakewood – Drag Shock-70/30:GM (Part No.40120)

Drag Shock-70/30:GM

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$104.99
The best all-round choice for vehicles with leaf or coil springs. Properly loads rear wheels to prevent over-reaction and wheel hop.

Product Features:
  • Excellent Weight Transfer
  • Lets Front End Down Quickly
  • Maximum Traction
  • Makes Vehicle Safer
  • Easier Control At End Of Track
  • Better Overall Stability
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Lakewood – Drag Shock-90/10:GM (Part No.40100)

Drag Shock-90/10:GM

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$92.99
Drag Shock-90/10:GM

Monroe – Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.55801)

Gas-Matic Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$55.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic passenger car shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic passenger cars
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Monroe – OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber (Part No.5801)

OESpectrum Passenger Car Shock Absorber

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$85.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® passenger car shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • REDUCED NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS — Twin Technology Active Control System delivers exceptional control under most driving conditions while isolating impact-related noise, vibration and harshness
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • CONTROL AND DURABILITY — Fluon-banded piston provides consistent sealing between piston and pressure tube for better control and increased durability
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • 1/2 inch Diameter Piston Rod: Nitrocarburized rod for long service life. On non-dust shield units only.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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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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Rare Parts – Control Arm Bumper (Part No.RP22455)

Control Arm Bumper

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$29.49
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Reduces vibration
  • Torsional rubber bushings
  • UV resistant
  • No Squeak
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Rare Parts – Control Arm Bumper (Part No.RP18515)

Control Arm Bumper

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$108.99
This high quality chassis part will improve overall vehicle handling, reduce tire wear and increase the life of other steering and suspension components. These chassis parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM.

Product Features:
  • Reduces vibration
  • Torsional rubber bushings
  • UV resistant
  • No Squeak
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KAI – Control Arm Bumper (Part No.GMK4041972582)

Control Arm Bumper

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$10.99
New Goodmark Front Upper Control Arm Bumper, Use 2

Product Features:
  • Use 2
  • 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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1978 Oldsmobile Starfire Suspension Parts

You count on your 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire 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 Suspension Parts. With 18 Suspension Parts ranging in price from $12.99 to $109.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Suspension Parts brand, we stock 6 different brands like Valvoline, Energy Suspension, and Lakewood. 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire Suspension Parts start as low as $12.99!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Suspension Parts is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 408 extensive product reviews on 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire Suspension Parts.

Did we mention you can order your Suspension 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 Suspension Parts inventory for your 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire below to get started!

Top-Rated Suspension Parts Brands For Your 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire

Trusted Suspension Parts OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Valvoline, Energy Suspension, Lakewood, and even more.

Popular Lakewood Suspension Parts

You’ll find popular Lakewood brand products across Shocks and Struts. All are waiting to get your 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire back on the road. Some of the top-rated Lakewood products in these categories are:
Drag Shock-70/30:GM (Rear)
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Drag Shock-70/30:GM (Rear)
Rear Shock and Struts

Top-Rated Monroe Suspension Parts


If Monroe are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Monroe brand Suspension Parts for your 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire, and some of our most reviewed Monroe parts include:
Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
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Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
Strut Bellows
Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
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Shock-Mate Shock Absorber Boot Kit
Shock Boots, Levelers, and Accessories

FAQs for 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire Suspension Parts

What are the most purchased Suspension Parts for the 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire?

Out of 18 Suspension Parts for the 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire, the most popular in our inventory are:
DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart
from $14.49
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DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart
Suspension Self-Leveling Unit Fluids
Control Arm Bump Stop Set
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Control Arm Bump Stop Set
Chassis Bump Stops
Coil Spring Isolator Set
from $12.99
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Coil Spring Isolator Set
Coil Spring Insulators