1981 GMC Caballero Engine Parts

Essential 1981 GMC Caballero Engine Parts

Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Ball (Part No.MR-1783)

Engine Rocker Arm Ball

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$0.65
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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Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.FS 8510 PT-1)

Engine Gasket Set

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$97.99
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 — Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN — Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Crankshaft Rebuilders – Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit (Part No.12720)

Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit

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$233.99
Remanufactured precision machined OE crankshafts.

Product Features:
  • Includes matching rod and main bearings.
  • Journals Micropolished.
  • All units subject to complete quality inspection.
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-973)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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$6.99
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:
  • Complete rocker arm assembly
  • 1 Arm
  • 1 Ball
  • 1 Nut
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Dorman – Rubber Freeze Plug – Size Range: 7/8" – 1" – Metric Range: 22mm – 25mm – Nominal Size: 7/8" (Part No.02609)

Rubber Freeze Plug - Size Range: 7/8" - 1" - Metric Range: 22mm - 25mm - Nominal Size: 7/8"

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$2.79
Rubber Freeze Plug – Size Range: 7/8" – 1" – Metric Range: 22mm – 25mm – Nominal Size: 7/8"

Mr. Gasket – Special Cam Bolt (Part No.944G)

Special Cam Bolt

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$12.99
These Mr. Gasket cam bolt kits feature specially hardened bolts to keep the cam button secure so the cam won’t walk out of place. Can also be used as original equipment replacement. Includes three 5/16 inch-18 x 3/4 inch Long Grade 5 Bolts with Black Oxide Finish.

Product Features:
  • Black oxide coated Grade 5 steel
  • Includes flat washers to secure Mr. Gasket cam buttons 1180, 1181 and 1183
  • Can be used as OE replacement
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Melling – Oil Pump Thrust Plate Kit (Part No.P-20I)

Oil Pump Thrust Plate Kit

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$43.49
The Melling gear thrust plate kit provides a new wearing surface for Buick oil pump kits. The Melling kit typically includes a cast iron thrust place, mounting gasket, the correct length screws plus a detailed instruction sheet. A Melling gear thrust plate kit is recommended to assure correct specifications and a new surface for the oil pump gears. Assure the best Buick pump performance with a Melling gear thrust plate kit.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Cylinder Head Dowel Pins

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$14.99
Dowel pins are precision machined and case hardened for accurate head alignment. Two per set. 5/16 inch x 5/8 inch

Product Features:
  • Precision Machined
  • Case Hardened
  • Give Accurate Alignment
  • 2 Per Set
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Felpro – Engine Oil Pump Shaft Retainer (Part No.72665)

Engine Oil Pump Shaft Retainer

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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 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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Carquest Premium – Engine Oil Filler Cap: 10066, Twist-Lock, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack (Part No.10066)

Engine Oil Filler Cap: 10066, Twist-Lock, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack

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$5.49
Manufactured from high quality components by an OE Supplier. Proper fit and sealing prevents oil loss. Designed to OEM specifications. High quality finish is designed to compliment the engine compartment appearance.

Product Features:
  • Provides proper seal to ensure leak prevention
  • Stops engine blow by
  • High quality construction
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Imperial – Engine Oil Cooler (Part No.241046)

Engine Oil Cooler

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$259.99
Product Features:
  • Imperial Swirl-Cool« engine oil cooler kit
  • Size: 1-1/2″ x 6-1/2″ x 18″
  • Heavy-duty applications
  • Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Size: 1.5 in. x 6.5 in. x 18 in.
  • Heavy duty applications
  • Specifically designed for Chevrolet V8 applications with metal line kit for easier installation
  • Two-pass design for increased cooling
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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99176)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$46.49
National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
  • Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
  • Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
  • Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
  • Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
  • Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft
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Cloyes Performance – Engine Timing Cover (Part No.9-226B)

Engine Timing Cover

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$68.99
Machined Aluminum Center Plate; Threaded for Rollerized Cam Button; Grooved for O-Ring Seal; Meets or exceeds OEM performance requirements; Cloyes utilizes the latest in design and material technology, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free experience.

Product Features:
  • Machined Aluminum Center Plate
  • Threaded for Rollerized Cam Button
  • Grooved for O-Ring Seal
  • Meets or exceeds OEM performance requirements
  • Cloyes utilizes the latest in design and material technology, ensuring quiet and maintenance-free experience.
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Cardone – Engine Control Module (Part No.77-6025)

Engine Control Module

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$164.99
CARDONE Remanufactured Electronic and Powertrain Control Modules are designed to meet or exceed O.E. performance. Reverse engineering provides insight into how and why the unit originally failed, allowing our engineers to identify and correct original design weaknesses. All critical components are re-soldered or replaced at our Philadelphia manufacturing plant, and each unit is 100% computer tested to ensure reliability. CARDONE is committed to getting your vehicle back to peak performance.

Product Features:
  • Tested with automated computer equipment or bench-tested, depending on application, to ensure functionality.
  • Re-soldering of critical components ensures superior electrical connections. This prevents intermittent failures and leads to longer product life.
  • On-car vehicle validation is done to test durability and performance.
  • As a remanufactured Original Equipment part, this unit guarantees a perfect vehicle fit.
  • Our remanufacturing process is earth-friendly, as it reduces the energy and raw material needed to make a new part by 80%.
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9721)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$95.99
Valve spring retainers for use OE cast iron heads. Superior quality heat-treated steel. Machined for strength with black oxide finish. Finish ensures rust and corrosion protection.

Product Features:
  • Valve Spring Retainers for Use OE Cast Iron Heads
  • Superior Quality Heat-Treated Steel
  • Machined for Strength with Black Oxide Finish
  • Finish Ensures Rust and Corrosion Protection
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KAI – Engine Oil Pan (Part No.PAN010041)

Engine Oil Pan

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$64.99
New Platinum Pro Oil Pan, 4 Quart, Without Oil Level Sensor Hole

Product Features:
  • 4 Quart, Without Oil Level Sensor Hole
  • 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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Felpro – Oil Pan Gasket Set: Cork-Rubber, 4 Piece Set (Part No.OS 30410 C)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: Cork-Rubber, 4 Piece Set

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$25.99
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:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Manufactured with rubber compounds to ensure a consistent and long-life seal across the entire oil pan
  • PREVENTS OVERTIGHTENING — Torque limiters help eliminate overtightening and gasket splitting and extruding (where applicable)
  • OE-STYLE REPLACEMENT GASKET — Engineered for OE-style molded rubber gasket replacement
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, tested, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, tested, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
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Mr. Gasket – Advance And Retard Cam Bushings (Part No.85)

Advance And Retard Cam Bushings

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$42.49
With Mr. Gasket cam degree bushings you fine tune the camshaft timing of your engine to as little as 1 degree. Even aftermarket timing sets with multiple keyways can’t give the range of adjustment these bushings allow. Retard your camshaft to lower the powerband for more low end torque and midrange horsepower, or advance for more top end power. This kit does even number adjustment 0-8 degrees.

Product Features:
  • Advance the cam for increased torque and horsepower
  • Tune your powerband for more end torque or increase top end horsepower
  • Includes (4) offset bushings and (1) 0 degree bushing
  • Cam sprocket dowel pin hole must be drilled to .406¿ (13/32¿) dia.
  • Cam sprocket dowel pin hole must be drilled to .406┐ (13/32┐) dia.
  • Increase Top-End Horsepower
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Melling – Stock Replacement Oil Pump Screen (Part No.55-S1)

Stock Replacement Oil Pump Screen

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$24.99
A new Melling pick-up tube/oil screen assembly provides the lubrication oil as well as protection for your oil pump from materials that find their way into the engine oil supply system. Contaminates enter your oil system via engine ware, extended time between oil changes and other internal engine sources. These contaminates can interfere with the proper oil flow and pressure spring functions resulting in engine damage and/or failure. Melling suggests that a new properly installed oil pump pick-up tube/screen be a part of every oil pump installation. Several Melling oil pump applications are offered with an oil screen included.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality durable materials for long wear
  • Precision engineering protects the engine from dirt and contaminants
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Melling Select Performnce – High Performance Replacement Bolt On Oil Pump Screen (Part No.12564)

High Performance Replacement Bolt On Oil Pump Screen

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$44.99
A new Melling high performance pick-up tube/oil screen assembly provides the lubrication oil as well as protection for your oil pump from materials that find their way into the engine oil supply system. Contaminates enter your oil system via engine wear, extended time between oil changes and other internal engine sources. These contaminates can interfere with the proper oil flow and pressure spring functions resulting in engine damage and/or failure. Melling suggests that a new properly installed high performance oil pump pick-up tube/screen be a part of every oil pump installation when a higher quality oil pump screen is required. Melling high performance oil pump pick-up tubes/screens are manufactured with stronger welds and in some cases designed with additional reinforced mountings, include mounting bolts and are supplied with protective coatings.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality durable materials for long wear
  • Precision engineered for maximum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Includes additional support mounting bracket for high performance applications
  • Phosphate coated for rust protection
  • Includes screen mounting gasket and hex head wrench
  • Exceeds original equipment specifications
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National – Engine Harmonic Balancer Kit (Part No.5000)

Engine Harmonic Balancer Kit

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$28.99
National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Includes timing cover seal and harmonic balancer sleeve
  • Solves the oil leaking around timing cover seal
  • Made of stainless steel
  • Takes up gaps caused by worn-out harmonic balancer shafts
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Anchor – Engine Mount: Front Left, Front Right, 1 Piece (Part No.2382)

Engine Mount: Front Left, Front Right, 1 Piece

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$13.49
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 BUIC 78-87; CADI 80-82; CHEV 78-87; GMC 78-84; OLDS 77-87; PONT 78-87;. 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: 1977-1987
  • Weight approx: 3 Lbs
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Felpro – Engine Oil Pump Gasket (Part No.70032)

Engine Oil Pump Gasket

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$3.29
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 to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Dorman – Help – Oil Pump Bushing (Part No.90460)

Oil Pump Bushing

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$4.99
This engine oil pump bushing 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 oil pump bushing matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this bushing is a reliable replacement for an original part that 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 7733-2)

Engine Conversion Gasket Set

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$26.49
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 for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Spartan – Engine Complete Assembly; Chev 350 Vortec Drop-In Engine (Part No.HP99C)

Engine Complete Assembly; Chev 350 Vortec Drop-In Engine

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$4309.99
The perfect replacement engine without breaking the bank for your worn out SBC. The Vortec engines had better flowing Cylinder Heads matched with a Hyd. Roller Camshaft that make for a reliable combination with a little extra Go.
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 72856)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$31.99
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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Melling – High Volume Oil Pump Repair Kit (Part No.K-20IHV)

High Volume Oil Pump Repair Kit

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$85.99
Melling high volume oil pump repair kits are provided to supply the parts needed to rebuild a specific individual oil pump. Melling kits include all the required parts needed for a quality oil pump rebuild. Although Melling recommends the installation of a new oil pump, Melling oil pump repair kits are the preferred choice when a rebuilder has the desire to reuse the original oil pump casting or front timing cover.

Product Features:
  • Includes components needed to rebuild a worn high volume oil pump providing an alternative to purchasing a new oil pump
  • Components are manufactured from high quality materials for durable wear
  • Components are precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
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1981 GMC Caballero Engine Parts

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