1979 Volkswagen Beetle Engine Parts

Essential 1979 Volkswagen Beetle Engine Parts

Victor Reinz – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.81-90010-00)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$55.99
With Victor Reinz gaskets, you can be sure you are getting sealing solutions that deliver OE quality gasket technology and engineering. That is because Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier and the trusted choice of manufacturers the world over, offering broad coverage for foreign and domestic cars and trucks. In Victor Reinz gasket sets, you get the right combination of components needed for fast, long-lasting repairs.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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Glyco – Wrist Pin Bushing (Part No.A2060247142GLY)

Wrist Pin Bushing

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$10.10
Clevite is the number one name in replacement engine bearings – delivering on the track and in machine shops around the country. With track proven performance in engines with thousands of horsepower, it is obvious Clevite has the strength to handle any light vehicle application.As more and more OE manufacturers shift to aluminum bearings in OE engines, Clevite has introduced a new line of engine bearings designed to be the highest quality replacement bearings in the industry. Clevite Bimetal engine bearings carry on the tradition and reputation that Clevite has built throughout the course of time.Clevite Bimetal engine bearings feature a 100% lead free aluminum silicon bi-metal material, which includes 60% more silicon than the leading competitor’s bi-metal material for better conditioning of journal surfaces. These Bimetal bearings also offer greater wear resistance than the leading competitor’s bi-metal material, as well as greater seizure resistance. Clevite Bimetal bearings feature 100% bored ID’s for precision and surface characteristics and where appropriate – straight shell main bearings utilizing an “umbrella” groove that allows for superior oil control and improved pressure.Clevite® Bimetal engine bearings are of aluminum, tin, silicon Bimetal type of material and construction. These offer the engine rebuilder an Oe type of bearing for engines going into light duty applications. They are only recommended for applications where all engine components have been reconditioned to engine manufacturers original specifications.Bimetal engine bearings are not recommended for Heavy Duty service where heavy demands are placed on the engine or High Performance applications where Clevite TriMetal is still the ultimate performance choice.

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer
  • Maximum Load-Bearing Capacity
  • Fatigue-Resistant, adaptable
  • Resistant to Wear and Corrosion
  • Advanced Surface Coatings
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Felpro – Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set (Part No.SS 71074-1)

Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

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$30.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • RIGHT TYPE — Valve stem seals designs are application-specific for the repair occasion using either deflector (umbrella) seals, O-ring style or positive seals
  • QUALITY MATERIALS — Each valve stem seal features materials based on the specific application for your vehicle repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research, development and testing
  • INSTALLATION AID — Installation tool included to protect inner lip of seal from damage during seal installation
  • COVERAGE — Available for domestic and foreign nameplate vehicles
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Behr – Oil Cooler (Part No.A607056557BEH)

Oil Cooler

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$67.87
The cooling of high-load motor oils by oil coolers or the guarantee of an almost constant temperature spectrum brings considerable advantages. Oil change intervals are extended and the engine service life is increased. A basic distinction is made between air-cooled and coolant-cooled types. Depending on requirements, this latter type can be installed in the coolant box or engine block or attached externally to the engine, gear, cooling module or oil filter housing. Behr’s latest design is a compact and powerful stack-disc oil cooler. Since it manages without coolant housing and is made completely of aluminum, its outstanding features are its low weight and design space requirements.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
  • Manufactured using advanced materials
  • Low weight and design space requirements
  • OE Style connections and mounting hardware
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Rein – Engine Mount (Part No.AVE0015P)

Engine Mount

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$69.99
Anti-vibration parts dampen vibration harmonics from the engine and drive line components to rest of the vehicle. This in turn reduces vibration and noise which can be felt and heard while the vehicle is in operation. Rein Automotive anti-vibration parts are application specific and match the design and function of the OE parts

Product Features:
  • All Rein Automotive Engine and Transmission mounts are hydraulic or rubber-to-metal based on the original equipment mount design, ensuring the parts performs like original.
  • Produced by an Original Equipment supplier
  • Matches Original Equipment design specifications
  • Rubber components match the shore hardness of the original equipment mount to ensure maximum performance and product longevity
  • High corrosion resistance
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Victor Reinz – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.01-12714-03)

Engine Gasket Set

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$33.49
Whether you are a professional technician or a skilled do-it-yourselfer, you need easy access to Victor Reinz quality at every level of the engine all in one box and without any surprises. Protective packaging, informative labels, and state-of-the art electronic cataloging, ensure you receive precisely the gaskets and seals needed for a successful, long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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Victor Reinz – Molded Rubber Valve Cover Gasket Set: Direct Fit, 2 Pieces (Part No.15-10119-01)

Molded Rubber Valve Cover Gasket Set: Direct Fit, 2 Pieces

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$47.49
Oil drops on the driveway are a distant memory thanks to sophisticated engine valve cover and gasket designs. Victor Reinz is at the forefront of engineering the latest sealing technology. Although the primary task of valve cover gaskets is to seal oil and oil spray, they must withstand high temperatures brought on by nearby exhaust manifolds, exhaust crossovers in the cylinder heads, and EGR systems. Victor Reinz valve cover gaskets deliver the quality materials you demand. Where appropriate, Victor Reinz valve cover gaskets are designed with compression limiters to prevent over-torquing, splitting, or the need to retorque.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
  • Zero engine leakage for late model vehicles.
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Mahle – Camshaft Bearing Set, Brazil (Part No.A407926122MAH)

Camshaft Bearing Set, Brazil

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$42.70
MAHLE Cleveite Inc. is not responsible for failures resulting from owner, operator or third party abuse or neglect including, but not limited to engine operation without adequate lubricant or coolant, over or under-fuelling, over-speeding, lack of proper maintenance to cooling, lubrication or air intake systems, improper storage, starting, warm-up, run-in or shutdown procedures or the continued operation of an engine after the first sign of a malfunction. MAHLE Cleveite Inc. is not responsible for failures resulting from improper installation or repair procedures, alteration or the misapplication of parts, or use in engines modified for competition or levels of performance beyond the engine manufacturers original specifications. Mahle/Cleveite – (The MAHLE Group) is one of the largest global automotive parts manufacturers, specializing in Engine Components, Filtration and Peripherals.
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Melling – Stock Replacement OE Type High Volume Oil Pump (Part No.M-79HV)

Stock Replacement OE Type High Volume Oil Pump

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$153.99
Melling high volume oil pumps increase the amount of oil flow by an average of 20% through the engine improving oil pressure at idle providing dependable performance every time in every application. Every Melling high volume oil pump is engineered and ass

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • High volume oil pump supplies additional oil to engines when necessary for high performance applications or low oil pressure issues
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Dansk – Pushrod (Part No.A403064068DSK)

Pushrod

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$18.20
Pushrod

Aftermarket – Seal Ring (Part No.A809257995)

Seal Ring

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$1.05
Seal Ring

Dorman – Oil Drain Plug Volkswagen Strainer Kit (Part No.65238)

Oil Drain Plug Volkswagen Strainer Kit

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$11.29
Dorman’s Oil Drain Plugs are coated for high corrosion resistance and a long service life. Many styles are available, including standard, inset gasket, molded gasket, magnetic, and pilot point.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement for a proper fit every time
  • Dorman’s oversized, piggyback, and rubber expanding plugs eliminate the need to replace the entire pan, saving you time, labor and money
  • Our Oil Drain Plugs are designed and constructed to strict engineering quality standards
  • Oil Drain Plugs are also included with many of Dorman’s Engine Oil Pans
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Elring – Oil Pump Sealing Nut (Part No.A616114657ELR)

Oil Pump Sealing Nut

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$5.22
Oil Pump Sealing Nut

Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 21193 B)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$31.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Head sets contain gaskets and seals necessary for a valve grind or head reconditioning job
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit and premium seal
  • Premium quality parts you can trust
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Contains all the parts needed to complete the repair unless otherwise noted
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Felpro – Oil Pan Gasket Set: PermaDry Molded Rubber, 4 Piece Set (Part No.OS 30708 R)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: PermaDry Molded Rubber, 4 Piece Set

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$26.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • ENGINEERED TO PERFORM — Proprietary cork-rubber formulation
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Highly conformable to accommodate for the imperfect sealing surfaces
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
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Felpro – Oil Pan Gasket Set: Paper composite, 9 Piece Set (Part No.OS 21625)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: Paper composite, 9 Piece Set

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$4.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Manufactured with rubber compounds to ensure a consistent and long-life seal across the entire oil pan
  • PREVENTS OVERTIGHTENING — Torque limiters help eliminate overtightening and gasket splitting and extruding (where applicable)
  • OE-STYLE REPLACEMENT GASKET — Engineered for OE-style molded rubber gasket replacement
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, tested, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, tested, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
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Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.FS 21132 C)

Engine Gasket Set

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$37.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Full Sets contain all the gaskets and seals necessary for a complete engine overhaul
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Dansk – Pushrod Tube (Part No.A414030125DSK)

Pushrod Tube

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$6.65
Pushrod Tube

Dansk – Pushrod Tube (Part No.A414025212DSK)

Pushrod Tube

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$5.36
Pushrod Tube

Dansk – Oil Sump Screen (Part No.A622024897DSK)

Oil Sump Screen

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$14.11
Oil Sump Screen

INA – Camshaft Follower (Part No.A401063486INA)

Camshaft Follower

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$19.32
VAG Recommends New Lifters to be replaced at the same time as valves are resurfaced or replaced, it is further recommended that lifters are allowed to “Settle” for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow excess oil to drain. It is ideal to allow the engine to rest over night prior to starting, it is preferred to turn the engine over by hand prior to starting. If this recommendation is not complied with, valves will contact the piston resulting in the valve breaking at the valve collect groove.
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Febi – Cam Follower (Part No.A401014939FEB)

Cam Follower

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$12.73
Cam Follower

Sealed Power – Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set (Part No.4-4465P)

Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

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$85.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Steel-backed bronze alloy lining with overplate
  • Popular for fatigue resistance & strength
  • Provides conformability required for older apps
  • Our standard material is comparable to competitors performance bearing
  • Note – This material offers less resistance to wear & corrosion than other materials.
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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KS – KS Rod Bearing Set (Part No.A203024797KS)

KS Rod Bearing Set

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$24.84
KS rod bearing sets provide maximum load-bearing capacity, anti-seize and low wear and friction. KS rod bearing sets are manufactured with aluminum-tin sliding material and the innovative aluminum-zinc-bismuth alloy in which bismuth replaces lead. From the strands continuously cast on site, strip is generated in defined and coordinated rolling and annealing operations for subsequent cladding. The various steel-aluminum composites are finally produced by roll bonding. Innovative coatings also ensure optimal running-in behavior and low-wear continuous running. The spectrum of possible surface coatings at KS Gleitlager extends from galvanic films deposited electro-chemically and sputter layers applied electro-physically in a high vacuum, to synthetic antifriction coatings.

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer
  • Maximum Load-Bearing Capacity
  • Low Wear and Friction
  • Advanced Surface Coatings
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Sealed Power – Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set (Part No.4-2930CP)

Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

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$25.49
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Steel-backed bronze alloy lining with overplate
  • Popular for fatigue resistance & strength
  • Provides conformability required for older apps
  • Our standard material is comparable to competitors performance bearing
  • Note – This material offers less resistance to wear & corrosion than other materials.
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Motorad – Engine Oil Filler Cap: Twist-Lock, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack (Part No.MO-162)

Engine Oil Filler Cap: Twist-Lock, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack

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$26.99
Discover excellence in every detail with these oil filler caps. Meticulously crafted by a trusted OE Supplier using premium components. Precise construction guarantees a perfect fit and superior sealing, preventing any oil loss. Engineered to meet the exacting specifications of the Original Equipment Manufacturer, it ensures optimal performance and reliability. Not only excelling in function, the high-quality finish perfectly complements your engine compartment’s appearance. Experience the perfect balance of fit, form and function with this exceptional product, designed to exceed your expectations.

Product Features:
  • Provides proper seal to ensure leak prevention
  • Stops engine blow by
  • High quality construction
  • Meets all Original Equipment Manufacturer specifications
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Carquest Premium – Engine Oil Filler Cap: 10079, Twist-Lock, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack (Part No.10079)

Engine Oil Filler Cap: 10079, Twist-Lock, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack

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$8.29
Manufactured from high quality components by an OE Supplier. Proper fit and sealing prevents oil loss. Designed to OEM specifications. High quality finish is designed to compliment the engine compartment appearance.

Product Features:
  • Provides proper seal to ensure leak prevention
  • Stops engine blow by
  • High quality construction
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Febi – Engine Oil Filler cap (Part No.A6140446551FEB)

Engine Oil Filler cap

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$7.19
The Febi Oil FIller cap is an ideal high quality aftermarket replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Premium aftermarket replacement
  • Provides performance and dependability
  • Manufactured to meet OE specifications
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1979 Volkswagen Beetle Engine Parts

You count on your 1979 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Engine Parts. With 31 Engine Parts ranging in price from $1.05 to $216.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.

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Top-Rated Engine Parts Brands For Your 1979 Volkswagen Beetle

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Popular Felpro Engine Parts

You’ll find popular Felpro brand products across Engine Gaskets and Seals. All are waiting to get your 1979 Volkswagen Beetle back on the road. Some of the top-rated Felpro products in these categories are:
Oil Pan Gasket Set: Paper composite, 9 Piece Set
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Oil Pan Gasket Set: Paper composite, 9 Piece Set
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