1980 GMC K3500 Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1980 GMC K3500 Performance and Racing Products

Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6091)

Intake Manifold Bolts

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$32.09
These special Grade 8 intake manifold bolts feature a 12-point smaller-than-standard head and flange, and include special extra thick flat washers for optimum clamping pressures. They’re ideal for use where space is minimal, typical on larger runner race manifolds. These bolts and washers are bright zinc plated for protection and good looks.

Product Features:
  • Features 12-point Smaller-than-standard Bolt Head
  • Thick Flat Washers Distribute Optimum Clamp Load
  • Ideal Use Where Space Is Minimal On Race Manifolds
  • Bolts And Washers Zinc Plated For Protection
  • Zinc Plated For Protection
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K&N – Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration (Part No.E-1420)

Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration

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$149.99
K&N performance High-Flow Air Filters are engineered to improve engine performance. Unlike disposable paper filters which must be frequently replaced, K&N Air Filters are washable, reusable, and engineered to last for the life of your vehicle or outdoor power small engine. Engineered to fit easily into your factory air box, installation can be completed in a matter of minutes! K&N develops and tests each product on the world┐s toughest race tracks, so we can bring the highest level of performance to your daily driving. Join the millions of customers who have saved money and improved vehicle performance by upgrading to K&N filtration.

Product Features:
  • ENGINEERED POWER: State-of-the-art air filter media is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration as well as improve overall engine performance
  • RUGGED CONSTRUCTION: K&N Air Filters are manufactured with durable, premium materials and state-of-the-art construction methods to last a lifetime
  • 4 LAYERS OF PROTECTION: Multiple layers of premium cotton gauze treated with a specially-designed tacking agent work together to create an intricate mesh of engine filter media that is designed to block and trap harmful contaminants
  • CLEAN ONCE EVERY 5 YEARS: Engine air filter only needs cleaning every 75,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions (based on the average miles driven per year of 15,000 miles)
  • ULTIMATE LONGEVITY: No-hassle lifetime warranty on stock replacement K&N air filters- limitations apply
  • EASY INSTALLATION: K&N Air Filters are pre-treated and ready to drop into your factory air box- they are one of the easiest and most cost-effective vehicle upgrades for quick performance gains
  • ECO-FRIENDLY: Using a washable, reusable engine air filter helps reduce replacement air filter waste- a K&N air filter is designed to last longer than 10 or more disposable filters
  • MADE IN USA: K&N Air Filters are proudly made in the USA for trusted quality & reliability
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Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.90)

Timing Cover Gasket Set

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$21.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Timing 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 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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Energy Suspension – Motor and Transmission Mount (Part No.3.1126R)

Motor and Transmission Mount

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$165.99
Product Features:
  • Re-Engineered to Handle High Horsepower
  • Outlasts Rubber
  • Virtually Indestructible
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; SBC; Socket Distributor Cap over VC (Part No.5565)

Wire Set; Street Fire; SBC; Socket Distributor Cap over VC

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$72.99
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1052G)

Head Gasket

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$75.99
Mr. Gasket Copper Head Gaskets are manufactured from dead soft solid copper that provides excellent stability and reduces cylinder bore distortion. They can be used with or without stainless steel o-rings. For supercharged, turbocharged, nitrous oxide and extreme compression ratios. For high performance street, drag race and oval track applications.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from dead soft copper
  • .020″ thick
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Conforms to and seals minor surface irregularities
  • For high performance street, drag race, oval track and turbocharged (extreme heat) applications
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Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Distributor Wiring Harness

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$30.49


Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • Makes Connections Quick And Easy
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 670 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80670)

Street Carburetor: 670 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$620.99
Square flange bolt pattern. Performance calibrated. The ultimate vacuum secondary street performance upgrade.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Optimized Street Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Quick Change Vacuum Housing Cap To Tune For Performance/Fuel Econ
  • No Unnecessary Trips Back To The Parts Store
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance (Part No.8361)

Distributor; Chevy V8; Billet with Vacuum Advance

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$399.99
The street Pro-Billet is a popular route for people looking for proven race performance for their street cars. A vacuum advance canister provides economy and the proven MSD mechanical advance gives you the opportunity to dial-in a timing curve to fit your needs. Inside, an oversized steel shaft is QPQ coated for low friction and rides in a sealed ball bearing at the top of the distributor with an extra-long sintered bushing at the bottom. This combination keeps the shaft steady creating accurate spark delivery at any RPM. The street Pro-Billet relies on a magnetic pick-up to trigger the MSD Ignition control which delivers the powerful sparks to the coil. This pick-up is extremely accurate and never needs adjusting.

Product Features:
  • Designed for street/performance use w/mechanical or vacuum adv.
  • Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
  • Supplied w/An HEI Style Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Accepts Cap-A-Dapts
  • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
  • Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
  • Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
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Mr. Gasket – Header Bolt Set (Part No.2210G)

Header Bolt Set

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$41.99
Made of high quality stainless steel. These bolts will brighten up your hot rod, or improve the looks of your race car.

Product Features:
  • Bright Ball Burnish Finish
  • Made From 304 Stainless
  • Compact Hex Head Is Ideal Where Space Is Limited
  • 12 Per Set
  • Resist corrosion and provides a clean professional appearance
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Mr. Gasket – Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (Part No.1009)

Distributor Hold-Down Clamp

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$9.99
Add sparkle to your engine with this chromed hold-down clamp. With bolt and gasket. Serrations on the bottom prevent distributor and magneto rotation for accurate timing.

Product Features:
  • Rolled Edges For Strength
  • Ideal For Magnetos
  • Ideal For Ignition Distributor
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.101B)

Intake Gasket

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$28.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Intake Gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. They provide excellent sealing and durability. Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications. Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket (where applicable). For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications
  • Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket where applicable
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7802)

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$37.99


Product Features:
  • Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
  • For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
  • Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
  • 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
  • True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
  • 50 State Street Legal
  • Not for OEM Hydraulic Roller-Lifter Camshaft Eng.
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7845)

Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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$27.49
Secure the harmonic balancer or dampener on your Chevy. Works on original equipment, high performance street, drag or circle track applications. Features a heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel bolt for strength with a tall hex head to prevent wrench from slipping. An extra thick parallel ground washer provides accurate, uniform torque, and a lock washer is also included.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel
  • Tall hex head bolt to prevent wrench from slipping
  • Extra thick parallel ground washer provides accurate, uniform torque
  • Washers Provides More Accurate And Uniform Torque
  • Grade 8 Alloy Steel
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.5867)

Ultra Seal: Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$38.49
Ultra-Seal is Mr. Gasket premium valve cover gasket material. It’s manufactured from a high density cork and rubber blend with a black latex coat applied to the outside to help seal minor flange irregularites and eliminate oil leakage. It creates a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot oil. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold as a pair, these gaskets are .187 inch thick. They fit both 1987-2002 Gen I Chevrolet Small Blocks as well as 1992-1997 Gen II LT-Based Small Blocks.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-density cork /rubber blend gasket material
  • A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor flange irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage
  • Creates a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track
  • .187″ thick
  • Handles Ex Flange Pressure
  • Forms Leak Proof Seal
  • Black Latex Coating
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Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.3.5180R)

Sway Bar Bushing Set

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$41.99
Energy Suspension performance polyurethane sway bar bushings and end links offer the greatest improvement in performance among all the products Energy offers. They make a vehicle’s sway bar system much more effective like adding a larger, higher performance sway bar! Economy, increased efficiency, and easy installation are just some of the reasons these products are so popular. Made of Hyper-Flex polyurethane that lasts much longer than O.E.M. rubber bushings.

Product Features:
  • Allows Sway Bar System to Work At 100% Efficiency
  • Zerk Type Fittings
  • Allows for Periodic Greasing
  • Lasts Much Longer Than OEM Rubber Bushings
  • Handling Characteristics Improve Dramatically
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B & M – Shift Improver Kit, 82-93 TH700R4 (Part No.70239)

Shift Improver Kit, 82-93 TH700R4

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$73.99
The B&M Shift Improver Kit the easiest way to get the performance you’ve always wanted out of your automatic transmission, two modes to select from: Heavy Duty, or Street/Strip. It’s our least expensive and simplest to install kit.

Product Features:
  • Provides Crisp Shifts
  • On Any Stock Automatic Transmission
  • Eliminates Soft/Sluggish Shift
  • Eliminates Shift Overlap
  • Eliminate Clutch and Band Wear
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Transmission Removal Not Required
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Mr. Gasket – Alternator (Part No.5122)

Alternator

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$288.99
These Mr. Gasket chrome alternators are remanufactured to exceed original equipment specifications for maximum dependability. This 10SI style 80 amp alternator can be used as an original equipment replacement OR as a 1-wire alternator.

Product Features:
  • Fits Most 1973-1983 GM Vehicles
  • Bolt Spacing 6.6″
  • 80 Amps
  • GM 10SI Style Alternator
  • Chrome Plated Finish
  • 1-Groove V-belt pulley – included
  • Internal Regulator
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Edelbrock – Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set for Chevrolet (Part No.7205)

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set for Chevrolet

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$31.99
Product Features:
  • Designed To Match Port Openings Of Cylinder Heads
  • Excellent Free-Flowing Seal
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Spectre – Water Neck; Chevy Late Model (Part No.4730)

Water Neck; Chevy Late Model

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$23.79
Spectre’s Chevrolet late model water neck offers the normal angled water neck and a 1/2 inch NPT threaded hole for a by-pass hose. This water neck has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look great and includes the bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chevy engines
  • Includes a 1/2 inch NPT threaded hole for by-pass hose
  • Includes bolts
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
  • O-ring/gasket not included
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Mr. Gasket – Starter Motor Heat Shield (Part No.3678)

Starter Motor Heat Shield

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$43.99
Fits Chevy small block 265-400 CID, Chevy big block 396-454 CID, & 90 degree Chevy V6. The Starter Motor Heat Shield is built with heat-resistant material sandwiched between two aluminum plates. The shield protects the starter from heat buildup from the exhaust system, especially important when using headers.

Product Features:
  • Designed to prevent starter overheat due to extreme exhaust temperature
  • Heat resistant material sandwiched between 2 aluminum plates
  • Protects Starter From High Temperatures
  • Made Of 2 Sheets Of Aluminum Heat Resistant Center
  • Natural Finish
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Mr. Gasket – Aluminum Valve Cover (Part No.6850)

Aluminum Valve Cover

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$201.99
Mr. Gasket aluminum valve covers are precision die-cast for light weight and a perfect fit. They feature and extended sealing lip to positively locate and secure the gasket and stop it from moving to eliminate oil leaks. Aluminum short-style valve covers for 1958-1986 Chevy small block 283-400 engines. Covers have a smooth top and include a 1-1/4 inch diameter breather hole. Sold as a pair.

Product Features:
  • Fits small block Chevy engines
  • Polished cast aluminum construction
  • OEM height, short-style covers
  • Perimeter style bolt pattern
  • Sold as a pair
  • A perfect fit
  • Beautifully polished to a high luster
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Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 249 XTREME ENERGY COMPUTER CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-249-4)

CAMSHAFT, SBC 249 XTREME ENERGY COMPUTER CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC 1 EA

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$276.99
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, the Xtreme Energy grind family offers gains in torque and horsepower while still delivering adequate vacuum for power brakes and other vacuum dependent accessories. Xtreme Energy camshafts work great in carbureted applications, but offer the best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, lower gear ratios, headers and free flowing exhaust.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Great in throttle body, crossfire or carbureted engine and 305 TPI.
  • 249/260 Advertised Duration, 206/212 Duration @ .050″, .434″/.444″ Lift, 112 Lobe Separation
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Engine Valve Spring Kit (Part No.911-16)

Engine Valve Spring Kit

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$759.99
Single Outer Valve Springs from COMP Cams allow you to build the perfect spring assembly for your application. The valve spring creation process is far more involved than most people realize. Selecting the right metal stock and creating the best design is not done by chance. COMP Cams has developed a process that creates the highest quality valve spring available. The result is a product that meets and exceeds the expectations of today’s engine builders and racers.O.D. Dia. 1 I.D. Dia. 2 Damper Seat Load Open Load Coil Bind Rate (Lbs./In.) Titanium Retainer Steel Retainer Cup Seat Shims 1.524 1.110 Y 122 @ 1.900 309 @ 1.400 1.200 373 721, 732 1732, 741 4779* 4757

Product Features:
  • Seat pressure: 122 lbs. @ 1.900″, Open Pressure: 309 lbs. @ 1.400″
  • O.D.: 1.524″, I.D.: 1.110″
  • Single valve springs with damper
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MSD Ignition – Coil; GM External HEI Coil; High Performance (Part No.8226)

Coil; GM External HEI Coil; High Performance

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$71.99
Top off your GM ignition system with these great new replacement coils. The GM coils have MSD performance in factory style housings. MSD designed these coils by combining our blaster coil experience with e-core coil efficiency. Each coil has a unique turns ratio plus there is lower primary resistance than the stock coil. This all amounts to a bolt-in replacement coil that produces more output voltage. The coils will work with stock ignition systems as well as MSD equipped cars and trucks. Installation tip: If you plan to install an MSD ignition with your GM dual connector coil, use PN 8876 harness for a direct plug-in installation.

Product Features:
  • Direct performance replacement for GM dual connector coil
  • 100:1 Turns Ratio
  • Lower Primary Resistance Produces High Voltage Output
  • Works w/Stock Ignition As Well As MSD Ignitions
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Accel – Cap/Rotor (Part No.8129)

Cap/Rotor

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$60.99
ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from “arc-thru” and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.

Product Features:
  • See catalog for application information
  • Features 60K V Rated Alkyd Compound
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Competition Cams – VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST (Part No.505-16)

VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST

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$31.99
COMP Cams offers a complete line of valve stem seals, from the umbrella seals to the positive-stop Teflon seal. These seals are a must to keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber through the clearance in the valve guides. The umbrella seal is normally used when a larger-than-stock diameter spring is used, in the case of a double spring, the positive-stop Teflon seal is used. The umbrella seals require no machining, but with the Teflon seal it is necessary to disassemble the heads and machine the top of the guide with a special .530 diameter cutter. Whenever you are planning an engine overhaul or a cam change, don’t forget the valve seals.

Product Features:
  • Work with .530″ guides and 3/8″ valve stem diameter
  • Valve stem oil seals keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber
  • Several different types of valve seals are offered
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET (Part No.2904)

PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET

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$16.29
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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1980 GMC K3500 Performance and Racing Products

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You’ll find popular Flowtech brand products across Performance Exhaust Products. All are waiting to get your 1980 GMC K3500 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Flowtech products in these categories are:
Real-Seal; Header Gasket
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Real-Seal; Header Gasket
Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets

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If Edelbrock are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Edelbrock brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1980 GMC K3500, and some of our most reviewed Edelbrock parts include:
Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
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Performer EPS Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy
Performance Intake Manifolds

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High Performance Transmission Mount for Street & Racing Vehicles
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High Performance Transmission Mount for Street & Racing Vehicles
Performance Engine and Transmission Mounts
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

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Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module
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Distributor; Street Fire; Chevrolet V8 GM HEI with 4-Pin Module
“Best Distributor I have ever bought, has made a big difference on my small block Chevy. Stronger spark, more powerful combination, which allows no mor”
Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading
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Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading
“Can’t go wrong with Mr Gasket”
Performance Exhaust Gasket Set for Enhanced Sealing and Durability
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Performance Exhaust Gasket Set for Enhanced Sealing and Durability
“Put new headers on motor”