1981 Ford F-150 Pickup Engine Parts

Essential 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup Engine Parts

Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts (Part No.9790 PT-2)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts

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$58.99
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:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING — Exclusive coating helps withstand rougher sealing surface finishes up to 80 Ra
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Precise embossed sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • MULTI-LAYERED STEEL CONSTRUCTION — Multiple layers of stainless steel maintain sealing stress and accommodate head lift
  • UNIQUE COMBUSTION SEAL — Accommodates high cylinder pressures and head movement encountered with engines
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Flex A Lite – Oil Cooler Sandwich Adapter Kit (Part No.3967)

Oil Cooler Sandwich Adapter Kit

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$45.99
Oil Cooler Sandwich Adapter Kit

Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1450M)

Engine Camshaft Bearing Set

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$41.49
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
  • Used in automotive and high-performance
  • Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
  • Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
  • ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Camshaft Sprocket (Part No.S430T)

Engine Timing Camshaft Sprocket

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$10.49
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-2692)

Oil Seal

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$10.79
Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In., SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) (Part No.555-073)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/16 In., SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each)

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$2.29
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug 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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Imperial – Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler (Part No.240459)

Econo-Kool® Engine Oil Cooler

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$141.99
Product Features:
  • Imperial Econo-Kool« engine oil cooler kit
  • Size: 3/4″ x 7-1/2″ x 12-1/2″
  • Light-duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Size: 3/4 in. x 7-1/2 in. x 12-1/2 in.
  • Light duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Lightweight construction with high-efficiency turbulators
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ARP Auto Racing – 1.895"Oal Stud, 1"D Adjuster Thread, 3/8"-24, 7/16"-14 Thread, 0.71"D Screw-In (Part No.134-7124)

1.895"Oal Stud, 1"D Adjuster Thread, 3/8"-24, 7/16"-14 Thread, 0.71"D Screw-In

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$7.99
If you have ever installed a rocker stud into a cylinder head and watched it wobble as it screwed in, you knew from the beginning that the rocker geometry was going to be inconsistent all over the place. ARP rocker studs are concentric within 0.005 T.I.R. thread pitch to thread pitch. They run in straight and true. Lengths are exact designed to provide positive seating every time. An extra large radius base offers greater resistance to flex. Available in both High Performance and Pro Series models. To be used with ARP patented Perma-Loc(TM) adjusters.

Product Features:
  • Made Of 8740 Chrome Moly Forgings
  • Heat Treated To 180,000 Psi
  • Excellent For Elapsed Time Bracket Racing, Limited Rule Oval Track Competition And Street Use
  • Lengths Are Exact Designed To Provide Positive Seating Every Time
  • Sold As A Pair
  • 1″ Adjuster Thread Length
  • 3/8″-24 Shank Diameter and Thread
  • 3/8″ Typical Small Block Application with Roller Rockers
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Anchor – Engine Mount: Front Left, 1 Piece (Part No.2832)

Engine Mount: Front Left, 1 Piece

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$30.49
The purpose of the mount is to support the engine and transmission on the chassis and dampen vibration and noise from reverberating to the rest of the vehicle. Engine and Transmission Mounts are engineered and manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications using the latest CAD/CAM engineering process to ensure superior quality, form, fit and function. Only premium quality materials are used in the manufacturing process to guarantee precise performance and maximum durability. Applicable to Applicable to FORD 97-04; LINCOLN 98-02;. Please verify your application.

Product Features:
  • MAXIMUM LIFE & PERFORMANCE: Both natural and SBR (Styrene Butadiene) rubber provide good abrasion resistance and aging stability to ensure maximum life and performance.
  • MEETS OR EXCEEDS DUROMETER MEASUREMENTS: All rubber material is manufactured to specific Durometer (hardness) measurements based on the vehicle’s application requirements.
  • HARDENED STEEL FASTENERS: All fasteners are made of hardened steel with heat treated Grade #5 bolts.
  • SUPERIOR BOND: A special Chemlock® bonding agent is used to ensure a superior rubber-to-metal bond.
  • HYDRAULIC MOUNT DESIGN: Hydraulic Mounts (applicable where OE) are designed for most front wheel drive vehicles because transverse drive train mounting.
  • For Years: 1997-2004
  • Weight approx: 5 Lbs
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Nut (Part No.MR-1823)

Engine Rocker Arm Nut

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$0.72
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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Victor Reinz – Fuel Pump Mounting Gasket (Part No.71-13599-00)

Fuel Pump Mounting Gasket

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$2.79
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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Mr. Gasket – Street Legal Dress-Up Kit (Part No.9832)

Street Legal Dress-Up Kit

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$133.99
Fits small block Ford 289-351W. Dress up your engine compartment while meeting all of the State and Government emission requirements by using this Street Legal Dress Up Kit. Each kit includes two chrome valve covers which have two holes on top, designed to accept all OEM PCV and breather hoses, and includes appropriate grommets and components. *SEE catalog for complete listing.

Product Features:
  • Meets State Emission Requirements
  • Meets Government Emission Requirements
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 71328)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$56.99
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:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Avoid risk associated with re-use of T-T-Y (torque to yield) head bolts
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 3/4 In., Height 0.250 (sold by each) (Part No.555-012)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 3/4 In., Height 0.250 (sold by each)

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$1.49
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug 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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Mr. Gasket – Oil Dipstick And Tube (Part No.6921)

Oil Dipstick And Tube

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$27.49
Mr. Gasket Oil Dipstick is similar in design to original equipment, it can be installed with simple hand tools.

Product Features:
  • Chrome plated steel
  • Similar in design to OEM
  • Simple hand tools required for installation
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8541 PT)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$78.99
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:
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Contains all the parts needed to complete the repair unless otherwise noted
  • Contains all the parts needed to complete the repair unless otherwise noted
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Sealed Power – Engine Intake Valve (Part No.V-3956)

Engine Intake Valve

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$10.49
Sealed Power parts provide innovative designs, use leading-edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Chrome plated stem
  • Hard coating added to surface for strength & aiding in lubrication
  • Note – coating added in varying thicknesses depending on application
  • Innovative design, using leading edge materials
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-49/64 In., Height 0.380 (sold by each) (Part No.555-036)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-49/64 In., Height 0.380 (sold by each)

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$2.39
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug 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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Felpro – Engine Conversion Gasket Set (Part No.CS 8168)

Engine Conversion Gasket Set

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$22.49
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:
  • Conversion Sets (CS) provide every gasket for lower engine work – add a Head Set (HS) for complete engine overhaul work
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Includes all the parts necessary to complete the repair unless otherwise noted
  • Includes all the parts necessary to complete the repair unless otherwise noted
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Dorman – Pipe Plug-Square Head-1/4 In. MNPT (Part No.490-071.1)

Pipe Plug-Square Head-1/4 In. MNPT

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$3.99
This pipe plug matches the original equipment plug for diameter, thread pitch and head type to ensure a reliable repair. Made of corrosion-resistant material, it has been engineered for leak-free performance and a long service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this pipe plug matches the diameter, thread pitch and head type of the original equipment part
  • Durable construction – this plug is made of quality materials for dependable service
  • Leak-free performance – quality manufacturing process ensures a tight for reliable sealing
  • Quality tested – this plug has undergone validation testing to ensure proper fit and function for this vehicle’s application
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Felpro – Engine Timing Cover Repair Sleeve (Part No.16213)

Engine Timing Cover Repair Sleeve

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$11.29
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:
  • Engine$aver Hardware cost-saving application
  • Repairs worn sealing surfaces to assure a leak free repair
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft for Ford 5.0L V8 (Part No.3722)

Rollin' Thunder Camshaft for Ford 5.0L V8

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$508.99
Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes 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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Sealed Power – Engine Piston (Part No.W463P)

Engine Piston

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$25.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Cast with FM132 Eutectic proprietary alloy
  • Performance & dependability of original equipment pistons
  • High quality aluminum
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Carquest Premium – Chain – Primary (Part No.C-387)

Chain - Primary

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$69.99
Advance Auto Parts is proud to carry this part with the best fitment and performance requirements for this application, from the highest quality timing component vendor.

Product Features:
  • The chain is heat treated steel for durability and prerun for accurate fit
  • Inverted tooth chain with 116 links and 2 timing marks
  • Meets or exceeds O.E.M. performance
  • Coated in rust preventative
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (Part No.S539)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket

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$10.49
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Felpro – PUSH ROD COVER GASKET SET (Part No.PS 13809 C)

PUSH ROD COVER GASKET SET

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$21.99
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:
  • 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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PowerBond – Harmonic Balancer (Part No.PB1064N)

Harmonic Balancer

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$76.99
Powerbond Premium OEM Replacement Balancers are manufactured using premium ductile iron castings and injection bonded dampening rubber. Unlike typical original equipment balancers that are made with press inserted dampening rubber, the bonded dampening rubber in the Powerbond Premium OEM Replacement Balancer provides superior bonding strength between the inner and outer balancer rings that minimizes spinning and dislocation in high torque and serpentine belt appplications. With a unique combination of high strength castings, bonded dampening rubber, and dynamic balance, the Powerbond Premium OEM Replacement Balancer is the ultimate standard replacement balancer.

Product Features:
  • Designed as a premium OE replacement
  • Dynamically balanced for smooth operation
  • Strong Iron casting for maximum strength
  • OEM equivalent bonded rubber
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Felpro – Engine Oil Pump Gasket (Part No.72607)

Engine Oil Pump Gasket

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$3.49
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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1981 Ford F-150 Pickup Engine Parts

You count on your 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Engine Parts. With 358 Engine Parts ranging in price from $0.43 to $7,536.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup.

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Popular Driveworks Engine Parts

You’ll find popular Driveworks brand products across Engine Timing Parts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup back on the road. Some of the top-rated Driveworks products in these categories are:
Oil Seal
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Oil Seal
Timing Cover Seals

Top-Rated Felpro Engine Parts


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VALVE COVER GASKET SET
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What are the most purchased Engine Parts for the 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup?

Out of 358 Engine Parts for the 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup, the most popular in our inventory are:
Engine Valve Lifter
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Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters

What are the top-rated 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup Engine Parts?

Top-rated Engine Parts for your 1981 Ford F-150 Pickup based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Street Performance Harmonic Balancer; 161.5mm Diameter
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Street Performance Harmonic Balancer; 161.5mm Diameter
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Harmonic Balancer Assembly
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Harmonic Balancer Assembly
“Good oem type replacements”
Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump
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Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump
“Product was a perfect fit top notch at a great price”