1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls

Essential 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls

Flex A Lite – Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit (Part No.14544)

Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit

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$19.79
Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit

KAI – Rad Mount Bushing (Part No.GMK4012326682S)

Rad Mount Bushing

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$22.99
New Goodmark 4 Piece Set Of Radiator Mount Cushions, For Models With 4 Row Radiators

Product Features:
  • For Models With 4 Row Radiators
  • 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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Imperial – Thermostatic Fan Control – Adjustable (Part No.226208)

Thermostatic Fan Control - Adjustable

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$62.99
Controls the operating temperature of Imperial electric fans. Operates up to 2 fans.

Product Features:
  • Adjustable thermostatic fan control
  • 160°F – 210°F thread-in probe
  • For use with Imperial electric fans
  • Thread-in probe for installation in water jacket or radiator
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Factory Air – Reman GM Frigidaire/Harrison A6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil (Part No.48284)

Reman GM Frigidaire/Harrison A6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil

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$119.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All mounting hardware included
  • All pulleys and hubs are machined and trued to ensure an even surface
  • Twelve point hub weld
  • Coated to prevent corrosion
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Felpro – Engine Water Pump Gasket (Part No.11726)

Engine Water Pump Gasket

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$2.29
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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Dorman – Blower Motor Resistor (Part No.973-067)

Blower Motor Resistor

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$16.99
Blower motor resistor burnt out? Restore proper heating and cooling functionality with this direct replacement resistor designed to match the operation and performance of the original equipment on certain vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this blower motor resistor matches the fit, function and performance of the original motor on specific vehicles
  • Restores performance – fixes a fan that’s only operating on one speed or not working at all
  • Thoroughly tested – examined and validated to perform safely and effectively
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and inspectors in the United States
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap Tester Adapter (Part No.12552)

Radiator Cap Tester Adapter

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$14.29
Tester adapter for the 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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Carquest Premium – New Compressor with Clutch, GM A6 (Part No.T58098)

New Compressor with Clutch, GM A6

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$478.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All compressors go through sophisticated testing and leak test processes
  • Includes specific electrical connector to eliminate splicing
  • For ease of installation this compressor includes all gaskets, O-rings or sealing washers needed to repair your car
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function, and durability
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Carquest Standard – Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch (Part No.DW57228)

Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch

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$219.99
Carquest Standard compressors offer reliable, long-lasting performance for a leak-free, dependable repair.

Product Features:
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function and durability
  • All remanufactured compressors are built using the latest compressor technology available today and using strict remanufacturing processes
  • All units have new seals, O-rings, gaskets and clutch bearings
  • Tested for noise, vibration, durability, vacuum decay and pressure decay to ensure no leaks and longer life
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator Tube (Part No.T34210)

A/C Accumulator Tube

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$10.99
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Plated Steel Water Pump Pulley (Part No.4967)

Chrome Plated Steel Water Pump Pulley

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$87.19
Replace your stock black water pump pulley with a chrome plated steel pulley from Mr. Gasket. The pulleys are highly polished then chrome plated for lasting beauty. Designed for big block Chevrolet engines with 5/8 inch water pump shaft.

Product Features:
  • Chrome plated steel
  • 1969-Up Big Block Chevrolet
  • For engines with 5/8¿ water pump shaft
  • For engines with 5/8┐ water pump shaft
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Mr. Gasket – Premium Quality Thermostat Gasket with Solid Aluminum Carrier (Part No.738G)

Premium Quality Thermostat Gasket with Solid Aluminum Carrier

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$31.99
Edge molded rubber water outlet gasket is reusable, great for engines that require regular disassembling for maintenance. Incorporates solid aluminum carrier for strength and rigidity. Can be used with OE replacement or aftermarket chrome water outlets. Requires no gasket sealer.

Product Features:
  • Edge Molded Rubber Water Outlet Gasket Is Reusable
  • Requires No Gasket Sealer
  • Solid Aluminum Carrier For Strength/rigidity
  • Reusable – Ideal for Engines That Are Frequently Taken Apart & Reassembled
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With All V8 Chevy, Hex Style Head Type, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly (Part No.130-3202)

For Use With All V8 Chevy, Hex Style Head Type, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly

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$17.99
ARP timing cover bolts are available in both polished stainless steel or black oxide finish chrome moly. You also can choose between standard hex head bolts or compact 12 point fasteners. Also available as part of ARP complete engine and accessory kits. Studs are preferred by many pro engine builders because they eliminate the chance of pinching gaskets and contribute to easier engine assembly. You will note that ARP studs feature a special bullet nose to guide the nut accurately into place. Available in black oxide finish 8740 chrome moly or polished stainless steel with hex or 12 point nuts. Alternators that come loose are a pain, so that is why ARP came up with these super tough bolts. The stainless has the added advantage of being rust and corrosion resistant. it is the fastener of choice.

Product Features:
  • Made From Black Oxide Finished 8740 Chrome Moly Or Corrosion Resistant Stainless Steel
  • Nominally Rated At 170,000 PSI Tensile Strength
  • Made In USA
  • Sold As A Kit
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Carquest Premium – A/C TXV O-Ring Expansion Valve (Part No.T38720)

A/C TXV O-Ring Expansion Valve

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$30.99
Carquest Expansion Valves are designed to regulate the flow of refrigerant through the air conditioning system to provide optimal cooling to the passenger compartment. Each expansion valve is manufactured to original equipment specifications to perform its function even in the harshest climates. Each part is supplied with the necessary gaskets and o-rings for installation.

Product Features:
  • The bodies of these expansion valves are machined from a single block of aluminum or brass metal.
  • Each expansion valve has settings for tonnage and superheat based on the vehicle specifications.
  • Each expansion valve is tested for function and leakage according to OEM specifications to ensure optimal performance of the air conditioning system.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • Precision machined ports
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Vacuum Closed Non-Bypass Heater Valve (Part No.T74610)

HVAC Vacuum Closed Non-Bypass Heater Valve

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$35.49
Carquest Heater Control Valves are application specific and tested to ensure proper fit and function to maintain your vehicle’s heater is functioning to OEM standards.
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Dorman – Help – Radiator Drain Cocks (Part No.61122)

Radiator Drain Cocks

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$4.99
This radiator drain petcock is a direct replacement for the original equipment plug that may have deteriorated or corroded. Made of quality materials, this petcock is engineered to strict standards for durable use over time.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this radiator drain petcock matches the fit and function of the original equipment part
  • Durable construction – this part is made of quality materials for a long service life
  • Saves money – offers original equipment quality at a competitive price
  • Quality assured – this petcock has undergone virtual testing to assure proper fit and function
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Dorman – 5-Wire Style Relay (Part No.85170)

5-Wire Style Relay

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$15.99
This HVAC relay connector is designed to match the appearance and function of the original hardware on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this HVAC relay connector matches the appearance and function of the factory hardware on specified applications
  • Ideal solution – this connector is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: Without Wheel (Part No.35588)

Blower Motor: Without Wheel

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$29.99
Carquest Premium Blower Motors are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Backed by over 50 years of mobile A/C experience, fix it once and fix it right with Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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Carquest Premium – Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap (Part No.10236)

Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap

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$9.49
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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Carquest Premium – Engine Water Pump: New, Gasket/Seals Included (Part No.T3062)

Engine Water Pump: New, Gasket/Seals Included

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$101.99
Carquest Premium water pumps are 100% new, high-quality parts that meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications. All components, including the housing, hub, bearings, gaskets and seals are designed for long-lasting service life. These water pumps are supplied with the gaskets or seals necessary for installation. Our Carquest Premium water pumps undergo stringent testing to ensure superior performance that we stand behind with an industry-leading warranty.

Product Features:
  • 100% tested for reliable performance
  • Durable housing features precisely machined mounting surface for proper sealing and fitment
  • Equipped with weep chamber or similar feature to help prevent unnecessary replacement
  • Included heavy-duty unitized bearings, pressed-on hubs and optimal impeller clearance for a long-lasting water pump
  • All gaskets or seals necessary for water pump are included
  • This pump is driven by the accessory belt and we recommend replacement if nearing service recommendation
  • This pump is driven by the timing chain; see vehicle manufacturer recommendation for replacement of timing components
  • This pump is driven by the timing belt; see vehicle manufacturer recommendation for replacement of timing components
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Carquest Premium – A/C Discharge and Suction Line Hose Assembly (Part No.T55063)

A/C Discharge and Suction Line Hose Assembly

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$78.99
Carquest Hose Assemblies are designed to carry refrigerant in an air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • 100% of hose assemblies use Goodyear hoses that meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness and permeation.
  • Tubes and mufflers are designed to meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness.
  • Fittings are designed to couple and seal to eliminate leaks. Trivalent plating is used on steel fittings to enhance corrosion resistance. The fittings conform to original equipment specifications to allow for the proper fit with related air conditioning
  • Welds and crimps meet and exceed original equipment tension specifications.
  • Manufactured to allow flexibility in the hose to conform to engine compartments.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Control Switch (Part No.HKA1014)

HVAC Control Switch

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$36.49
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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Factory Air – Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26777)

Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit

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$16.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All the seals needed to complete the job
  • Compatible with both R12 and R134a refrigerants
  • SUV and rear air applications
  • Application specific
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator (Part No.T33190)

A/C Accumulator

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$30.49
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – Lip Seal Shaft Seal Kit (Part No.24013)

Lip Seal Shaft Seal Kit

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$21.99
All hardware included; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Felpro – WATER OUTLET GASKET (Part No.35562 T)

WATER OUTLET GASKET

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$19.99
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:
  • Problem-solving gaskets featuring advanced sealing technologies designed specifically for the repair environment
  • PermaDryPlus water outlet gaskets utilize rigid carrier construction and silicone sealing beads to ensure a long-lasting seal, including those with warped housing flanges
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that 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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Factory Air – System Mounted Preset Cycling Temperature Switch (Part No.35720)

System Mounted Preset Cycling Temperature Switch

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$18.05
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Precision engineered
  • OE style connectors
  • Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity
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Motorad – Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 195 Degrees (Part No.4899KT)

Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 195 Degrees

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$15.99
Kit includes thermostat, housing, and all necessary seals/gaskets to do the complete job. These individual parts are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat and housing 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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1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls

You count on your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino 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 Cooling and Climate Controls. With 165 Cooling and Climate Controls ranging in price from $1.49 to $569.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Cooling and Climate Controls brand, we stock 23 different brands like Carquest Premium, Permatex, and Felpro. 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls start as low as $1.49!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Cooling and Climate Controls is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 6,477 extensive product reviews on 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls. Some of the top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls products we carry are Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket with 4.8 stars and Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube with 4.7 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Cooling and Climate Controls from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Cooling and Climate Controls inventory for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino below to get started!

Top-Rated Cooling and Climate Controls Brands For Your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino

Trusted Cooling and Climate Controls OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1981 Chevrolet El Camino running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Carquest Premium, Permatex, Felpro, and even more.

Popular GMB Cooling and Climate Controls

You’ll find popular GMB brand products across Engine Cooling Parts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino back on the road. Some of the top-rated GMB products in these categories are:
GMB Water Pump
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GMB Water Pump
Water Pumps

Top-Rated Carquest Premium Cooling and Climate Controls


If Carquest Premium are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Carquest Premium brand Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino, and some of our most reviewed Carquest Premium parts include:
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
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Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps
Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees
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Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees
Thermostats
A/C White Orifice Tube
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(97)
A/C White Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes

FAQs for 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls

What are the most purchased Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1981 Chevrolet El Camino?

Out of 165 Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1981 Chevrolet El Camino, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
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(288)
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
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(95)
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Water Pump Housing Gaskets
Engine Water Pump Gasket
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Engine Water Pump Gasket
Water Pump Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Cooling and Climate Controls?

Top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
from $3.99
(100)
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
“Perfect fit”
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.99
(97)
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
“Perfect fit in my f150. Works great.”
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
from $16.79
(91)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
“Better then the factory one”