1981 GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Covers

Enhance and Protect Your 1981 GMC Jimmy with Quality Performance Valve Covers

Maintaining the performance of your 1981 GMC Jimmy starts with choosing the right parts, and a high-quality Performance Valve Cover helps ensure a reliable and efficient vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer Performance Valve Covers specifically for the 1981 GMC Jimmy, ensuring a perfect fit and lasting durability. Choosing to shop with Advance Auto Parts means you’re making a smart decision to prioritize both quality and reliability for your vehicle.

Affordable and Reliable Performance Valve Covers for Every Budget

Finding a Performance Valve Cover that combines quality with affordability is easy at Advance Auto Parts. With prices starting as low as $56.99 and an average price of $138.69, you can choose one that fits your budget while delivering the quality you expect. Our Performance Valve Covers are competitively priced, ranging from $56.99 to $391.99, so you get value without compromising on strength or reliability.

Trusted Brands and Top-Rated Options

With 10 Performance Valve Covers from 3 trusted brands in stock, Advance Auto Parts has you covered. Our Performance Valve Covers for the 1981 GMC Jimmy have earned reviews from over 28 customers, with an average 5 stars rating across the board. Popular options include Signature Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Black Steel, Valve Cover, and Vlvcvrset, starting at $56.99. Our selection includes highly regarded brands such as Edelbrock, Mr. Gasket, and Spectre, and more, offering you top-notch reliability. For example, we have 4 Edelbrock Performance Valve Covers starting at $56.99 with an average rating of 4 stars, 4 Mr. Gasket options from $71.99 with a 4 stars rating, and 2 Spectre Performance Valve Covers priced from $57.99 with a 4 stars average rating.

Performance Valve Covers for Your 1981 GMC Jimmy

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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Edelbrock – VALVE COVERS (Part No.4249)

VALVE COVERS

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$117.99
Product Features:
  • Polished Finish
  • Raised Fins w/Black Mat Background
  • Detailed With Allen Hex Heads
  • 2 Piece Look; 1 Piece Construction
  • Clears Most Roller Rockers
  • Clears Valvetrain Components
  • Heavy Gauge
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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover (Part No.9801)

Valve Cover

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$75.99
Chrome plated steel valve covers have a flat smooth top.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1960-1986 Chevy small block with perimeter bolt valve covers
  • Tall-style covers provide extra clearance
  • Chrome plated steel construction
  • Sold as a pair
  • Cadmium Plated To Resist Corrosion
  • Easy Installation
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Mr. Gasket – Vlvcvrset (Part No.9800BP)

Vlvcvrset

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$83.99
Designed for small-block Chevy, these flat, smooth-top valve covers are stock original equipment height and feature a perimeter-bolt mounting style. Mr. Gasket flat black valve covers fits small block Chevy applications and are original equipment height and feature perimeter bolt mounting style. Has one breather/oil fill cap opening per valve cover.

Product Features:
  • OEM height, short-style covers
  • Flat black steel construction
  • Fits Chevy small block
  • Features 1 breather/oil fill cap opening per valve cover
  • Perimeter style bolt pattern
  • Sold as a pair
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Mr. Gasket – Enhancement Products (Part No.9420)

Enhancement Products

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$71.99
Chrome plated steel valve covers have a flat smooth top. Available for numerous applications.

Product Features:
  • Flat/smooth top
  • Designed to hold valve cover gasket in position
  • Made from grade 5 steel
  • Long lasting durability
  • Cadmium plated to resist corrosion
  • Easy installation
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5220)

Valve Cover

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$57.99
Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for 1958-1986 Chevrolet Small Block 265-400 engines, this valve cover features chrome-plated steel construction and a smooth design. Sold in pairs, this stock profile cover is baffled to provide optimum function. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 1958-1986 Chevrolet Small Block 265-400 engines
  • Baffled for breather system compatibility
  • Sold in pairs
  • Triple chrome-plated steel construction
  • Stock height
  • Features OEM style sealing edge
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Edelbrock – Classic Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Aluminum (Part No.4144)

Classic Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Aluminum

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$391.99
The Edelbrock #4144 Classic Series Valve Covers are designed for Chevy 262-400 V8 1959-86 applications. Edelbrock first made these aluminum valve covers in the late ’50s and they’re still a classic. They are made of heavy-gauge sand-cast aluminum, Overall height is measured from base to top at the highest point. Edelbrock classic valve covers can be machined to accept breathers if desired.

Product Features:
  • Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86
  • Tall
  • Polished Aluminum
  • Set Of Two
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Mr. Gasket – Aluminum Valve Cover (Part No.6850)

Aluminum Valve Cover

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$201.99
Mr. Gasket aluminum valve covers are precision die-cast for light weight and a perfect fit. They feature and extended sealing lip to positively locate and secure the gasket and stop it from moving to eliminate oil leaks. Aluminum short-style valve covers for 1958-1986 Chevy small block 283-400 engines. Covers have a smooth top and include a 1-1/4 inch diameter breather hole. Sold as a pair.

Product Features:
  • Fits small block Chevy engines
  • Polished cast aluminum construction
  • OEM height, short-style covers
  • Perimeter style bolt pattern
  • Sold as a pair
  • A perfect fit
  • Beautifully polished to a high luster
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5000)

Valve Cover

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$199.99
Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for 1958-1986 Chevrolet Small Block 265-400 engines, this valve cover features polished aluminum construction and a ball milled design. Sold in pairs, this tall profile cover includes baffles to provide optimum function. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

Product Features:
  • Designed for 1958-1986 Chevrolet Small Block 265-400 engines
  • Baffled for breather system compatibility
  • Sold in pairs
  • Polished aluminum construction
  • Tall profile
  • Features OEM style sealing edge
  • Holes in cover have an inside diameter of 1.220 inches
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Edelbrock – VALVE COVERS (Part No.4248)

VALVE COVERS

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$127.99
Product Features:
  • Polished Finish
  • Raised Fins w/Black Mat Background
  • Detailed With Allen Hex Heads
  • 2 Piece Look; 1 Piece Construction
  • Clears Most Roller Rockers
  • Clears Valvetrain Components
  • Heavy Gauge
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FAQs for 1981 GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Covers

Which Performance Valve Covers are the top sellers for the 1981 GMC Jimmy?

Out of 10 Performance Valve Covers that fit 1981 GMC Jimmies, the following parts are the top sellers:
Valve Cover
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Valve Cover
Performance Valve Covers
Vlvcvrset
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Vlvcvrset
Performance Valve Covers

How can I make sure that a part will be compatible with my 1981 GMC Jimmy?

Our GMC Jimmy aftermarket and OEM parts are designed specifically for the 1981 model. You can always find your specific fitment and compatibility for your 1981 GMC on an individual product page.

What is the price range for 1981 GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Covers?

The range of prices of Performance Valve Covers for the 1981 GMC Jimmy goes from $56.99 up to $391.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a 1981 GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Cover?

1981 GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Covers average $138.69 for our selection of OEM and aftermarket parts. Keep in mind the variety of brands we offer, such as Edelbrock, Mr. Gasket, Spectre, and more, so you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of brands and products.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Valve Covers for other GMC Jimmy model years?

Yes, we currently stock Performance Valve Covers for 21 model years of GMC Jimmies, from 1970 to 1991. Model years 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, and 1983 are the most popular for Performance Valve Cover purchases.

Can I get help with 1981 GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Cover orders?

Contact our customer support team, by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about GMC Performance Valve Covers and more.

What is your return policy for GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Covers?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new GMC Jimmy Performance Valve Covers and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.