1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Cooling Parts

Essential 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Cooling Parts

Imperial – Thermostatic Fan Control – Preset (Part No.226206)

Thermostatic Fan Control - Preset

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$38.49
Controls the operating temperature of Imperial electric fans. Operates up to 2 fans.

Product Features:
  • Preset thermostatic fan control
  • 185°F preset
  • For use with Imperial electric fans
  • Probe installs into radiator fins
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Carquest Premium – Standard Thermostat: 160 Degrees (Part No.13376)

Standard Thermostat: 160 Degrees

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$10.99
Carquest Premium Thermostats are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Permatex – Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ (Part No.22071)

Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ

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$6.99
Permatex Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker is a noncorrosive, sensor-safe RTV silicone gasket material formulated for water pumps and thermostat housings. Permatex Water Pump & Thermostat has the highest water-glycol resistance available in an RTV silicone.

Product Features:
  • Sensor-safe, noncorrosive RTV silicone gasket material
  • Formulated specifically for water pumps and thermostat housings
  • Highest water-glycol resistance available in RTV silicone
  • Superior adhesion and flexibility
  • Can be used as a gasket maker or dressing
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Mahle – Engine Coolant Thermostat O-Ring (Part No.G4030183158MAH)

Engine Coolant Thermostat O-Ring

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$5.21
The Mahle Engine Coolant Thermostat O-Ring is a high quality Original Equipment replacement that is manufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Seals the thermostat housing and helps prevent coolant from leaking from the engine for proper engine temperature
  • Premium Original Equipment replacement
  • Provides performance and dependability
  • Manufactured to meet OE specifications
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap (Part No.10249)

Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap

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$11.99
Manufactured to meet all OEM specifications. Designed to be easy to install and remove. Manufactured from high quality components with proper relief and vacuum valves. Quality tested to stand up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems.

Product Features:
  • Maintains proper cooling system pressure
  • Easy installation and removal
  • 100% tested to ensure proper pressure and longevity
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Felpro – Multi-Purpose O-Ring (Part No.25598)

Multi-Purpose O-Ring

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$2.49
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:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Dorman – Radiator Fan Assembly: Single, Cost Effective And Reliable (Part No.621-282)

Radiator Fan Assembly: Single, Cost Effective And Reliable

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$215.99
This engine cooling fan assembly is precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the stock radiator fan on specific vehicle years, makes and models. It has been rigorously tested to ensure it cools as effectively as the original part.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this engine cooling fan assembly was precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the stock radiator fan assembly on specific vehicles
  • Complete package – assembly is designed with the same materials and components as the original part
  • Quality assured – motors are tested in laboratory settings to ensure performance
  • Cost effective and reliable – trustworthy manufacturing for far less than same part at the dealership
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Dorman – Non-Pressurized Coolant Reservoir: White, Plastic, Original Equipment Replacement (Part No.603-564)

Non-Pressurized Coolant Reservoir: White, Plastic, Original Equipment Replacement

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$34.99
This replacement engine coolant reservoir is manufactured from quality materials to withstand the stresses of underhood heat and engine vibration. It is engineered and manufactured to match the fit and function of the original part.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine coolant reservoir matches the fit and function of the original part
  • Ideal solution – engineered for a seamless installation
  • Durable construction – manufactured from quality materials to withstand underhood heat and vibration
  • Trustworthy design – backed by 100 years of automotive aftermarket experience
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Permatex – Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker (Part No.82194)

Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

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$11.49
Permatex Ultra Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications. Ultra Grey offers a sensor-safe, low odor, non-corrosive formula and is OEM specified to fit dealership warranty requirements. This high performance gasket maker meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets and can be used on high torque and vibration applications such as valve covers, water pump, intake manifold end seals ad thermostat housings.

Product Features:
  • High torque and rigidity
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive formula
  • OEM specified
  • Low-odor, non-corrosive formula
  • Ideal for closed spaced bolt patterns
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Original Equipment – Cooling Hose Flange (Part No.G2023184086OEA)

Cooling Hose Flange

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$33.09
Cooling Hose Flange

Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Temperature Switch (Part No.ACA1576)

Engine Coolant Temperature Switch

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$12.29
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Felpro – Engine Water Pump Gasket (Part No.35549)

Engine Water Pump Gasket

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$17.29
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:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Temperature Switch (Part No.WTA1776)

Engine Coolant Temperature Switch

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$15.49
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Temperature Sending Unit Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1217)

Engine Coolant Temperature Sending Unit Switch Connector

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$5.29
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Designed for the OE distributor as a direct replacement part
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Fan Assembly: 76305, Dual, With Original Equipment Connector (Part No.76305)

Radiator Fan Assembly: 76305, Dual, With Original Equipment Connector

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$434.99
Product Features:
  • Motors built and tested to OE specifications
  • OE fit and design
  • Out of box installation
  • Wide selection of early/late model applications for domestic and import vehicles
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Imperial – Electric Fan – 14" Diameter (Part No.226114)

Electric Fan - 14" Diameter

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Motors built and tested to quality specifications
  • 14 in. universal fit reversible fan
  • 1250 CFM
  • UNIVERSAL fan, NOT a direct OE replacement. Measure core and verify space.
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KAI – Radiator (Part No.RAD2995)

Radiator

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$104.99
New Platinum Pro Radiator, 2.0 And 2.5 Liter Engines, Automatic Or Manual Transmission

Product Features:
  • 2.0 And 2.5 Liter Engines, Automatic Or Manual Transmission, Made Of Plastic and Aluminum
  • 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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Nissens – Nissens Radiator (Part No.G100019410NSS)

Nissens Radiator

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$139.83
Plastic Tank / Aluminum Core Radiator The Nissens Radiator flat tube and double folded fin design offers a significantly better cooling capacity and provides a stronger exterior resisting impacts from stones. This advanced design helps to prevent damage which would negatively affect the cooling capacity and engine performance.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent.
  • Direct fit for easy installation.
  • OE Style mounting brackets and hose connections.
  • Integrated transmission oil cooler when applicable.
  • Compact and lightweight.
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Carquest Premium – Engine Electric Water Pump: New, Plastic Housing (Part No.T1215)

Engine Electric Water Pump: New, Plastic Housing

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$185.99
Carquest Premium auxiliary water pumps are 100% new, high-quality parts that meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications. All components, including the housing, impeller, controller, gaskets, and seals are designed for long-lasting service life. These electric water pumps are supplied with the gaskets or seals necessary for installation. Our Carquest Premium auxiliary water pumps undergo stringent testing to ensure superior performance that we stand behind with an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:
  • Built to meet or exceed OE fit, form and function
  • All components necessary for installation are supplied with pump
  • 100% tested for reliable performance
  • Follow all enclosed instructions to maximize pump life and validate warranty
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Geba – Geba Water Pump (Part No.G3000170730GEB)

Geba Water Pump

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$95.73
The GEBA Water Pump contains no remanufactured components and is manufactured to ensure high efficiency and optimal cooling under all conditions. Geba maintenance free Bearings with ball and roller spindle bearings are designed for the highest axial and radial stresses. Up to Date unitized sealing technology ensure optimal leak tightness and longevity. All housings are examined before the assembly. This procedure guarantees high reliability and life span of GEBA water pumps.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application.
  • 100% new with no remanufactured parts.
  • High quality cast aluminum.
  • Advanced bearing design for high axial and radial stresses.
  • Unitized sealing technology that ensures optimal leak tightness and longevity.
  • Optimum cooling performance and longevity.
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Febi – Water Temperature Sensor O-Ring (Part No.C606032192FEB)

Water Temperature Sensor O-Ring

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$1.79
Water Temperature Sensor O-Ring

Victor Reinz – Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal (Part No.71-31308-00)

Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Seal

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$3.49
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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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap Tester Adapter (Part No.12017)

Radiator Cap Tester Adapter

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$7.29
Tester adapter for the 9300 and MT-300 cooling system pressure testers. Professional grade test equipment to ensure an automotive cooling system is operating at the correct pressure. Made from high quality materials to ensure durability. Designed to test automotive coolant caps.

Product Features:
  • Machined metal construction
  • Works with MT-300 pressure tester
  • Tests coolant caps
  • Professional quality
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Factory Air – 12" Reversible Fan Kit (Part No.36896)

12" Reversible Fan Kit

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$141.99
880 CFM
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NTK – Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (Part No.EF0153)

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

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$29.99
The Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor determines the exact temperature of the engine coolant by sending an analog signal to the ECM to censure proper air/fuel ratio along with proper operation of the cooling fan(s) and temperature gauge. The Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor may be located on the cylinder head, engine block, thermostat housing or intake manifold. Reasons for replacement include: check engine light illumination, erratic or no temperature gauge operation, erratic or no cooling fan operation, and engine overheating.

Product Features:
  • OE MATCHED: Wires and probe length match OE. Mounting clip(s) included where applicable
  • FASTER RESPONSE TIME: Thermal conductive grease inside brass housing increases sensor response time
  • THE NTK DIFFERENCE: Thread sealant/o-ring installed where applicable. Thermistor placement within the housing matches OE to ensure proper output. Proper thermal conductive grease to provide accurate temperature transfer to the thermistor
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Carquest Premium – Coolant Temperature Sensor with O-Ring and Install Clip (Part No.WTC1209)

Coolant Temperature Sensor with O-Ring and Install Clip

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$8.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All MotoRad Coolant Temperature Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • 100% factory resistance calibrated to ensure precision tolerances, resulting in extremely accurate temperature for optimal performance
  • Thread Sealant and/or O-ring pre-installed on applicable sensors to ensure leak free performance
  • Brass sensor housing precision machined to meet or exceed OE thermal conductivity
  • OE precision matched thermistor position for correct output parameters
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Carquest – Engine Coolant Temperature Switch (Part No.WT690)

Engine Coolant Temperature Switch

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$29.45
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
  • In manufacturing, we custom form the wax pellets for different temperature range specifications. All units are calibrated & tested to confirm switch actuation at their specified temperature
  • The switch is designed using a formed bimetallic contact arm. The bimetal contact movement is achieved using the different expansion rates of two metals fused together. This is a creep action device, provides precise performance
  • In production, all thermal switches are factory-calibrated to make electrical contact at the specified lower-temperature set point
  • Robust design and high grade materials meet the stringent demands of today’s service professional
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Temperature Switch (Part No.WTA2301)

Engine Coolant Temperature Switch

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$31.99
Engine Coolant Temperature Switch

1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Cooling Parts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. Maybe you just need a couple of Engine Cooling Parts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 43 different Engine Cooling Parts in our inventory ranging from $1.24 to $215.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit running smoothly.

Engine Cooling Parts are only as good as their brand. We stock 17 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. Permatex, Imperial, and Carquest Premium are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Engine Cooling Parts for your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 1,635 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Electric Fan – 10" Diameter with 3.6 stars and Multi-Purpose O-Ring with 4.4 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Engine Cooling Parts to keep your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Engine Cooling Parts Brands To Make Your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Engine Cooling Parts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Rabbit the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Engine Cooling Parts brands and parts.

Popular Permatex Engine Cooling Parts

We carry Permatex parts in our stock across Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, our most popular Permatex Engine Cooling Parts include:
The Right Stuff: 1 Minute Gasket Maker: Grey, 3 OZ
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The Right Stuff: 1 Minute Gasket Maker: Grey, 3 OZ
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
from $6.99
(9)
Sensor-Safe, High Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
from $11.49
(95)
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Water Pump Housing Gaskets

Top 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Cooling Parts from Permatex

Permatex products are another trusted brand when it comes to Engine Cooling Parts for your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. Popular Permatex parts include:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
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Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets

FAQs for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Cooling Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Cooling Parts for the 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit?

Out of 43 Engine Cooling Parts for the 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit, the most popular in our inventory are:
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
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(35)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
Engine Cooling Fan Controllers
Electric Fan - 12" Diameter
from $94.99
(38)
Electric Fan – 12" Diameter
Radiator Fan Motors
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
from $55.99
(33)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
Engine Cooling Fan Controllers

What are the top-rated 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit Engine Cooling Parts?

Top-rated Engine Cooling Parts for your 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Electric Fan - 10" Diameter
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Electric Fan – 10" Diameter
“So, the Air Conditioner Condenser fan motor failed on my 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. It turns out that the 2002 – 2005 Rams all use the same AC Condenser fa”
Multi-Purpose O-Ring
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(8)
Multi-Purpose O-Ring
“Easy to install, no leaks”
Thermostatic Fan Control - Preset
from $38.49
(8)
Thermostatic Fan Control – Preset
“I’ve been using this kit for several years on my off road truck. It’s hooked up to a powerful flex-a-lite fan and handles the load with ease. I have”