1981 GMC G1500 Engine Parts

Essential 1981 GMC G1500 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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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Valve Cover Wing Bolts (Part No.9824)

Chrome Valve Cover Wing Bolts

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$15.99
Chrome-plated for beauty and durability, wing bolts make valve cover removal fast and easy. They are precision-engineered and feature extra-long threads to accommodate Mr. Gasket’s re-usable valve cover gasket and custom valve covers.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chevy V8
  • Standard Y top 1/4 in.-20 x 5/8 in.
  • Chrome plated steel
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Cloyes Performance – Engine Timing Cover (Part No.9-226)

Engine Timing Cover

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$212.99
QUICK BUTTON Aluminum Two-Piece Timing Cover for Most Timing Chain Systems (Excluding QUICK ADJUST). Includes Fully Rollerized Endplay Adjustable Cam Button. A Perfect Compliment to Your HEX-A-JUST Timing Set for Easy Access Camshaft Timing Adjustments.

Product Features:
  • QUICK BUTTON Aluminum Two-Piece Timing Cover for Most Timing Chain Systems (Excluding QUICK ADJUST)
  • Includes Fully Rollerized Endplay Adjustable Cam Button
  • A Perfect Complement to Your HEX-A-JUST Timing Set for Easy Access Camshaft Timing Adjustments.
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Sealed Power – Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set (Part No.8-2555A 30)

Engine Connecting Rod Bearing Set

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$151.99
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:
  • A-Series bi-metal aluminum alloy
  • Greater seizure resistance than tri-metal material
  • Dramatically reduces or eliminates bearing wear
  • Made with silicon to provide greater surface hardness
  • Silicon particles help polish crankshaft journal to further reduce wear during operation
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Camshaft Sprocket (Part No.S390T)

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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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3180)

Engine Push Rod

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$2.99
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.
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Carquest Premium – Chain (Part No.C-506)

Chain

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$13.49
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 46 links and 1 timing mark
  • Meets or exceeds O.E.M. performance
  • Coated in rust preventative
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8510 PT-4)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$91.99
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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Sealed Power – Engine Intake Valve (Part No.V-1926)

Engine Intake Valve

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$4.99
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:
  • 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 – Rubber Freeze Plug – Size Range: 1-1/8" – 1-1/4" – Metric Range: 28mm – 31mm – Nominal Size: 1-1/8" (Part No.02610)

Rubber Freeze Plug - Size Range: 1-1/8" - 1-1/4" - Metric Range: 28mm - 31mm - Nominal Size: 1-1/8"

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$5.99
Rubber Freeze Plug – Size Range: 1-1/8" – 1-1/4" – Metric Range: 28mm – 31mm – Nominal Size: 1-1/8"

Spectre – Harmonic Balancer Bolt (Part No.4699)

Harmonic Balancer Bolt

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$7.99
Spectre’s Harmonic Balancer Bolt Kit is designed to fit Chevrolet Small Block 265-400 V8 engines. This grade 8 bolt is 2-1/2 inches long, and features a plated finish for corrosion resistance. This kit also includes a security lock washer.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chevrolet Small Block 265-400 V8 engines
  • Features a corrosion resistant plated finish
  • Gold iridite finish
  • Grade 8 bolt, 7/16 inch-20 by 2-1/2 inches
  • Includes security lock washer
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Sealed Power – Engine Piston Set (Part No.8KH423DCP 30)

Engine Piston Set

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$190.99
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:
  • Hypereutectic
  • Made w/exclusive FM425 material for excellent strength & scuff resistance – allows tighter bore and improves sealing for less blow-by
  • Sophisticated “barrel” profiles help optimize oil wedge between skirt and wall.
  • Piston skirts protected by next-gen DUROSHIELD« coating.
  • TAC┐ ring groove geometry
  • Weight matched to +/- 2 grams.
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Cloyes Performance – High Performance Timing Set (Part No.9-3600WX3)

High Performance Timing Set

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$159.99
Billet Crankshaft Sprocket Has Three Keyways for +/- 4 Degrees Adjustability. Both Billet Steel Sprockets are Heat Treated for Durability. TRUE Roller 0.250″ Roller Diameter Chain for Reduced Friction. Includes Bronze Camshaft Sprocket Thrust Washer to Minimize Block Thrust Surface Friction Intended for Marine Applications. 3-Piece Sets Hand-Matched to Qualify the Correct Center Distance and Minimize Runout.

Product Features:
  • The complete kits, which meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, ensure a quiet and maintenance-free experience
  • Cloyes parts are CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials. Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Cloyes Timing Kits may include camshaft sprockets, crankshaft sprockets, timing chains, tensioners, and guides
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Keep your engine’s valve train in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems.
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Melling – Stock Replacement Oil Pump Screen (Part No.213S)

Stock Replacement Oil Pump Screen

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$22.99
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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Dorman – 66201 Oil Cooler Line Gasket Assortment (Part No.A6310214644DOR)

66201 Oil Cooler Line Gasket Assortment

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$15.48
WARNING: This item cannot be returned for a replacement or refund if opened! Dorman’s Engine Oil Cooler Gasket is suitable for a range of automotive applications. It provides a tight, effective seal between the oil cooler lines and the engine.

Product Features:
  • Direct fit for a trouble-free replacement
  • Engineered from high-quality materials for long-lasting durability
  • Easy to install
  • Conveniently packaged in an assortment that contains three gaskets of different styles
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Sealed Power – Engine Crankshaft Main Bearing Set (Part No.4663M 40)

Engine Crankshaft Main Bearing Set

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$55.99
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:
  • Steel-backed bronze alloy lining with overplate
  • Popular for fatigue resistance & strength – provides conformability required for older applications
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Mr. Gasket – Timing Tab (Part No.4593)

Timing Tab

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$8.99
These chromed timing tab finish your engine’s a completely customized look.

Product Features:
  • Timing tabs
  • Chrome plated; skin packaged
  • Balancer
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In., Height 0.500 (sold by each) (Part No.555-030)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In., Height 0.500 (sold by each)

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$1.49
Our uniquely designed pilot seal expansion plugs ensure a leak-proof fit.

Product Features:
  • Many sizes available
  • Conveniently available in packs of different quantities
  • Constructed from high quality steel, copper, brass, or rubber
  • Dorman’s Engine Expansion Plugs are constructed to strict engineering quality standards
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-817)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$13.99
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:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring (Part No.VS-677)

Engine Valve Spring

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$2.49
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:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Dorman – Crankshaft Pulley (Part No.A2080719514DOR)

Crankshaft Pulley

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$43.01
Durable and sleek, Dorman crankshaft pulleys feature a stress-resistant rubber bond that withstands the damaging effects of heat, salt, ozone and general wear and tear. The ductile steel construction allows for improved tensile and impact strength, safeguarding the engine and maintaining fuel efficiency year after year. Dorman crankshaft pulleys undergo detailed dimensional checks of the full assembly and critical components to ensure the strength and integrity of the part.

Product Features:
  • Includes woodruff key, bolts, and washers for a complete repair (where applicable)
  • Direct replacement to ensure proper fit
  • Ships with protective sleeve over cone and trigger to prevent damage (where applicable)
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Mr. Gasket – Cylinder Head Dowel Pins (Part No.4375)

Cylinder Head Dowel Pins

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$16.99
These hard to find dowel pins are precision machined then case hardened for accurate alignment in engine assembly. 2 per set.

Product Features:
  • Precision machined
  • Case hardened
  • Give accurate alignment
  • 2 per set
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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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Cloyes Performance – Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate (Part No.9-220B)

Engine Camshaft Thrust Plate

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$18.99
0.150″ Thick. Bronze Thrust Washer.

Product Features:
  • 0.150″ Thick
  • Bronze Thrust Washer.
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Dipstick And Tube (Part No.6235)

Oil Dipstick And Tube

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$16.49
Dress up your engine with a chrome plated dipstick and tube. Similar to OEM units, only simple hand tools are required for installation.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chevy small block 1965-79 283-400 cid
  • Block mounted
  • Chrome plated steel
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Sealed Power – Engine Piston (Part No.WH423DCP)

Engine Piston

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$20.49
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:
  • Hypereutectic
  • Made w/exclusive FM425 material for excellent strength & scuff resistance – allows tighter bore and improves sealing for less blow-by
  • Sophisticated “barrel” profiles help optimize oil wedge between skirt and wall.
  • Piston skirts protected by next-gen DUROSHIELD« coating.
  • TAC┐ ring groove geometry
  • Weight matched to +/- 2 grams.
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Edelbrock – Signature Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Black Steel (Part No.4443)

Signature Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Black Steel

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$56.99
The Edelbrock #4443 Signature Series Valve Covers are designed for Chevrolet 262-400 ’59-86 applications. Engineered for function and styled for great looks, Signature Series valve covers have stock-style breather baffles that prevent oil passage to the PCV valve. These quality valve covers accept all emissions equipment, including PCV valve holes. Rubber grommets for the breather and PCV valve holes are included. Matching breathers sold separately.

Product Features:
  • Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86
  • Short
  • Black Steel
  • Set Of Two
  • Matching breathers sold separately.
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Sealed Power – Engine Piston Ring Set (Part No.E-459X 60)

Engine Piston Ring Set

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$64.99
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:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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1981 GMC G1500 Engine Parts

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