1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines
Keep Your 1979 Dodge RD200 in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1979 Dodge RD200 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets, Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets, and Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $406.99, with a range that starts at $18.99 and goes up to $1,175.99. With 21 options in stock from 5 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set, PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET, and Head Gasket start at just $21.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Fuel Systems. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1979 Dodge RD200 in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1979 Dodge RD200? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Dodge RD200. Whether you’re driving a 1979 model or another popular model year like
1978 and
1980, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-212-2)
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$875.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-602-4)
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$1175.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-222-3)
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$344.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL20-223-3)
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$344.99
SMALL BLOCK CHRYSLER HYDRAULIC CAM AND LIFTER KIT – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, 273-318 works best with 2000 stall.
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- Cam and lifter kit for Small Block Chrysler engines
- CL-Kit includes cam, lifters, assembly lube, instructions and decals
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Great for street machines, largest cam for stock converter, 273-318 works best with 2000 stall.
- 268/280 Advertised Duration, 224/230 Duration @ .050″, .477″/.480″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 2400 (Part No.10417)
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$459.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength.
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- New Precision Pump Drive Tube
- Pressure Tested
- Fully Balanced
- Needle Thrust Bearing
- New Thrust Washer
- Washer Between Turbine and Cover
B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 2400 (Part No.10415)
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$562.99
The Holeshot Converter is a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. With a furnace brazed turbine, New turbine hub and dual pattern drive lugs on some Holeshots.
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- Furnace Brazed Impeller
- Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
- Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
- Between Stator and Turbine
- Furnace Brazed Turbine
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1607)
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$18.99
Fel-Pro® Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Blue Stripe® performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.379)
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$42.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Valve Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible valve cover gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.
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- Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
- Provides excellent sealing and durability
- For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1121G)
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$45.49
Graphite & steel construction, proprietary polymer coated. 4.140 inch Gasket Bore, .028 inch Compressed Thickness.
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- Steel Shimmed For Perfect Sealing
- Increases Engine Compression
- High Temp Silicone Coated To Prevent Leaks
- Stress Formed Embossments
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1008)
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$44.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1806)
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$21.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
- With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Oil Pan Gasket Set (Part No.1807)
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$31.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
- With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Edelbrock – Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines (Part No.2176)
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$397.99Product 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
Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler (Part No.3776)
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$472.99
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- 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
Edelbrock – Performer RPM Small Block Chrysler Intake Manifold (Part No.7176)
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- Best for the Ultimate in Street High-Performance
- Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
- Dual-Plane High-Rise Intake w/180 deg Firing Order
- Produces Incredible Top-End Horsepower
- Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
- Larger Plenum and Runners Maximizes Other Upgrades
- Edelbrock Total Power Package Maximizes Gains
- Cast Finish
Edelbrock – Victor Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler (Part No.2915)
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$497.99
For 3500 to 8000 RPM high-performance engines. For standard rectangular port heads. For oval track and drag race engines. Superior horse power and torque potential.
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- For 3500 to 8000 RPM High-Performance Engines
- For Standard Rectangular Port Heads
- For Oval Track/Drag Race Engines
- Superior Horse Power And Torque Potential
Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1966-87 318-340-360 Chrysler engines (Part No.7276)
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$30.99
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- Clean Positive Seal
- Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
- Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads
FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (Part No.1213)
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$36.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
- REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
- EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (Part No.1243)
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$43.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
- REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
- EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
Popular 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets for 1979 Dodge RD200s
Enhance your 1979 Dodge RD200 with one of the 2 Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets we have in stock, starting at just $18.99.
Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.379)
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$42.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Valve Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible valve cover gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.
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- Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
- Provides excellent sealing and durability
- For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1607)
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$18.99
Fel-Pro® Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Blue Stripe® performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Best-Selling 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Upgrade your RD200 with one of our 2 best-selling Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets.
Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1121G)
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$45.49
Graphite & steel construction, proprietary polymer coated. 4.140 inch Gasket Bore, .028 inch Compressed Thickness.
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- Steel Shimmed For Perfect Sealing
- Increases Engine Compression
- High Temp Silicone Coated To Prevent Leaks
- Stress Formed Embossments
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1008)
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$44.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Top-Quality Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets for 1979 Dodge RD200s
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Oil Pan Gasket for Dodge RD200s and enjoy top-notch performance from $21.99.
FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1806)
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$21.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
- With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Oil Pan Gasket Set (Part No.1807)
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$31.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
- With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Top Picks for 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Intake Manifolds
Invest in one of our 4 durable Performance Intake Manifolds for your 1979 Dodge, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Edelbrock – Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines (Part No.2176)
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$397.99Product 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
Edelbrock – Victor Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler (Part No.2915)
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$497.99
For 3500 to 8000 RPM high-performance engines. For standard rectangular port heads. For oval track and drag race engines. Superior horse power and torque potential.
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- For 3500 to 8000 RPM High-Performance Engines
- For Standard Rectangular Port Heads
- For Oval Track/Drag Race Engines
- Superior Horse Power And Torque Potential
Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler (Part No.3776)
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$472.99
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- 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
Edelbrock – Performer RPM Small Block Chrysler Intake Manifold (Part No.7176)
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$464.99Product Features:
- Best for the Ultimate in Street High-Performance
- Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
- Dual-Plane High-Rise Intake w/180 deg Firing Order
- Produces Incredible Top-End Horsepower
- Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
- Larger Plenum and Runners Maximizes Other Upgrades
- Edelbrock Total Power Package Maximizes Gains
- Cast Finish
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets for 1979 Dodge RD200s
Make a smart move for your 1979 Dodge RD200 with products all priced from $36.99 to $43.99.
FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (Part No.1213)
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$36.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
- REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
- EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (Part No.1243)
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$43.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
- REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
- EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
FAQs for 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1979 Dodge RD200s?
Out of 21 Performance Engines that fit 1979 Dodge RD200s, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (19781783) – $36.99
- PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (19781372) – $21.99
- Head Gasket (10649124) – $45.49
What’s the price range for 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1979 Dodge RD200 range from $18.99 up to $1,175.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1979 Dodge RD200?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1979 Dodge RD200 is $406.99. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1979 Dodge RD200?
The cheapest 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engines we carry are:
- Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (19781319) – $18.99
- PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (19781372) – $21.99
- Performance Oil Pan Gasket Set (19781436) – $31.99
- Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (19781783) – $36.99
- Valve Cover Gasket Set (17360256) – $42.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1979 Dodge models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 18 other popular 1979 Dodge models. Some of the most popular are 1979 Challenger Performance Engines, 1979 Magnum Performance Engines, 1979 Ramcharger Performance Engines, 1979 W150 Performance Engines, and 1979 D150 Performance Engines.
What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1979 Dodge RD200?
The one 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engine we have in stock is the Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set. It is rated 2.5 stars and costs $18.99.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1979 Dodge RD200?
As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1979 Dodge RD200:
Can I get help with 1979 Dodge RD200 Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Dodge Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Dodge RD200 Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Dodge RD200 Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.