1981 Dodge Diplomat Performance Engines

Essential 1981 Dodge Diplomat Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Water Pump Chrysler 1969-85 318/ 360 in Polished Finish (Part No.8887)

Water Pump Chrysler 1969-85 318/ 360 in Polished Finish

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$426.99
Maximum cooling for street and racing engines. Internal passages are balanced for maximum flow. Impeller is larger than others for maximum pressure. Impeller vanes dramatically increase flow rates. Equal distribution to both sides of block. Only flows in

Product Features:
  • Maximum Cooling for Street and Racing Engines
  • Internal Passages Are Balanced for Maximum Flow
  • Impeller is Larger than Others For Max Pressure
  • Impeller Vanes Dramatically Increase Flow Rates
  • Equal Distribution to Both Sides of Block
  • Only Flows in One-Direction for Optimum Efficiency
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Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7803)

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$92.99


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
  • Not for OEM Hydraulic Roller-Lifter Camshaft Eng.
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Dress-Up Kit (Part No.9831)

Chrome Dress-Up Kit

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$125.99
Kits include most popular chrome dress-up components, including short, OEM height valve covers with integral oil baffles.

Product Features:
  • Includes oil baffles
  • Chrome plated
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.394)

Oil Pan Gasket

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$28.99
Manufactured from high-density cork and rubber blend gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan seals where applicable. For OE replacement and high performance street.

Product Features:
  • One-piece design
  • Eliminates potential leaks
  • Prevents over tightening
  • Prevents torque loss
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FEL-PRO Performance – Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 4 Piece Set (Part No.1807)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 4 Piece Set

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$30.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1806)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$21.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 3000 (Part No.10425)

Torque Converter, Holeshot 3000

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$840.99
The Holeshot Converter is a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. With a furnace brazed turbine, New turbine hub and dual pattern drive lugs on some Holeshots.

Product Features:
  • Furnace Brazed Impeller
  • Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
  • Between Stator and Turbine
  • Furnace Brazed Turbine
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B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 2400 (Part No.10415)

Torque Converter, Holeshot 2400

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$498.99
The Holeshot Converter is a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. With a furnace brazed turbine, New turbine hub and dual pattern drive lugs on some Holeshots.

Product Features:
  • Furnace Brazed Impeller
  • Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
  • Between Stator and Turbine
  • Furnace Brazed Turbine
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (Part No.1243)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set

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$42.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set (Part No.1213)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set

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$36.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8 (Part No.2177)

Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Chrysler 318-340-360 V-8

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$357.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET (Part No.1608)

PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET

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$37.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

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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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.379)

Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$30.99
Thick, molded rubber with steel carrier. Manufactured from high-density cork and 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. Available in standard or extra thick to provide additional valve train to cover clearance. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Made from cork/rubber compound
  • Can be reused many times
  • Thick; fuel-resistant
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1607)

Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$18.99
Fel-Pro® Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Blue Stripe® performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1609)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$27.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

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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Mr. Gasket – MLS Head Gasket (Part No.3210G)

MLS Head Gasket

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$112.99
Manufactured from nitrile coated spring steel layers. Stress formed embossment provides excellent sealing. Also provides stability and reduces cylinder bore distortion. Ideal for super charged, turbo charged, nitrous oxide and extreme compression ratios. For high performance street, drag race and oval track. Packaged individually.

Product Features:
  • Maximum sealing
  • Reduced bore distortion
  • Uniform bolt load distribution
  • Excellent radial strength
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1008)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$41.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Chrysler Black Intake Manifold (Part No.75763)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Chrysler Black Intake Manifold

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$612.99
Edelbrock part #75763 RPM Air-Gap intake manifold is designed for 340-360 c.i.d. Chrysler V8’s and 318 c.i.d. engines with 340-360 cylinder heads. The RPM Air-Gap incorporates the same race-winning technology that’s been used on our Victor Series competit

Product Features:
  • 1500-6500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 4.9 in. Front Height, 5.35 in. Center Height, 5.8 in. Rear Height
  • Black Powder Coated Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Edelbrock – Performer 318/360; Intake Manifold (Part No.37761)

Performer 318/360; Intake Manifold

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$627.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 Deg Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Edelbrock – Torker II 340/360 Small Block Chrysler Intake Manifold (Part No.5076)

Torker II 340/360 Small Block Chrysler Intake Manifold

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$425.99
2500-6500 RPM high-performance street engines. Single-plane low-rise intake good for high RPM. Ideal for applications with limited hood clearance. For top-end HP and adequate throttle response. Not for mileage or emissions applications. Can be used on 318 cid if 340/360 heads used. Available in cast or polished.

Product Features:
  • 2500 to 6500 RPM High Performance Street Engines
  • Single-Plane Low-Rise Intake Good for High RPM
  • Ideal for Applications with Limited Hood Clearance
  • For Top-End HP and Adequate Throttle Response
  • Not for Mileage or Emissions Applications
  • Can be Used on 318 cid if 340/360 Heads Used
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Weiand – Hi-Ram Intake Manifold (Part No.1995)

Hi-Ram Intake Manifold

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$703.99
Hi-Ram Intake Manifold

Edelbrock – Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines (Part No.2176)

Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines

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$397.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 Deg Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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Mr. Gasket – Super Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6080)

Super Intake Manifold Bolts

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$26.99
These grade 5 hex head bolts are black coated plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque and prevent galling on aluminum manifolds.

Product Features:
  • Assures Accurate Torque App
  • Prevents Galling Manifold
  • Grade 5 Material
  • Black Oxide Coasted
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM 340/360; Intake Manifold (Part No.71761)

Performer RPM 340/360; Intake Manifold

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$598.99


Product Features:
  • Best for the Ultimate in Street High-Performance
  • Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
  • Dual-Plane High-Rise Intake w/180 deg Firing Order
  • Produces Incredible Top-End Horsepower
  • Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
  • Larger Plenum and Runners Maximizes Other Upgrades
  • Edelbrock Total Power Package Maximizes Gains
  • Polished Finish
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Edelbrock – Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for S/B Chrysler, LA Series, Black Finish (Part No.21763)

Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for S/B Chrysler, LA Series, Black Finish

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$521.99
Edelbrock part #21763 Performer intake manifold is designed for street 318-340-360 c.i.d. Chrysler V8’s. This manifold is not for use on marine engines used in salt water. Will not fit 1992 and later Magnum engines. This manifold offers a durable black po

Product Features:
  • Idle-5500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 4.13 in. Front Height, 4.63 in. Center Height, 5.13 in. Rear Height
  • Black Powder Coated Finish
  • Non-EGR
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6091)

Intake Manifold Bolts

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$29.99
Choose from grade 5 hex or socket head intake bolts or grade 8 bolts with twelve point smaller-than-standard head and flange, ideal for where space is minimal. Bolts and washers are bright zinc plated for protection and appearance.

Product Features:
  • Grade 8 Material
  • Extra Thick Flat Washers
  • Ideal For Minimal Space
  • 12-pt Head And Flange
  • Zinc Plated For Protection
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Edelbrock – Victor Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler (Part No.2915)

Victor Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler

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$473.99
For 3500 to 8000 RPM high-performance engines. For standard rectangular port heads. For oval track and drag race engines. Superior horse power and torque potential.

Product Features:
  • For 3500 to 8000 RPM High-Performance Engines
  • For Standard Rectangular Port Heads
  • For Oval Track/Drag Race Engines
  • Superior Horse Power And Torque Potential
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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler (Part No.3776)

Performer Intake Manifold Small-Block Chrysler

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$449.99
Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 Deg Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
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1981 Dodge Diplomat Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Dodge Diplomat. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 24 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $18.99 to $840.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Dodge Diplomat running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 5 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Dodge Diplomat. FEL-PRO Performance, Mr. Gasket, and Edelbrock 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 Performance Engines for your 1981 Dodge Diplomat, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 90 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set with 2.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1981 Dodge Diplomat 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!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1981 Dodge Diplomat Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Dodge Diplomat demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Engines make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Diplomat the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Mr. Gasket Performance Engines

We carry Mr. Gasket parts in our stock across Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets and Performance Intake Manifolds categories, plus more. For a 1981 Dodge Diplomat, our most popular Mr. Gasket Performance Engines include:
Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $30.99
(2)
Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets
Intake Manifold Bolts
from $29.99
(5)
Intake Manifold Bolts
Performance Intake Manifolds
Chrome Dress-Up Kit
from $125.99
(1)
Chrome Dress-Up Kit
Performance Engine Dress-Up Kits

FAQs for 1981 Dodge Diplomat Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1981 Dodge Diplomat?

Out of 24 Performance Engines for the 1981 Dodge Diplomat, the most popular in our inventory are:
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set
from $36.49
This product is not rated
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 6 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
from $21.49
This product is not rated
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets
Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines
from $397.99
This product is not rated
Performer 318/360 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Chrysler, LA Series Engines
Performance Intake Manifolds

What are the top-rated 1981 Dodge Diplomat Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1981 Dodge Diplomat based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $18.99
(2)
Performance Valve Cover Gasket Set
“fits 1964-1991 with 5 bolts, rubber gasket lasts”