1981 GMC K3500 Air Conditioning Parts

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Essential 1981 GMC K3500 Air Conditioning Parts

Carquest Premium – A/C Black Orifice Tube (Part No.T38638)

A/C Black Orifice Tube

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$4.49
Carquest Orifice Tubes are designed to regulate the flow of refrigerant through the air conditioning system to provide optimal cooling to the passenger compartment. Each orifice tube is manufactured to original equipment specifications to perform its function even in the harshest climates. Each part is supplied with the necessary gaskets and o-rings for installation.

Product Features:
  • Each orifice tube is tested for function and leakage according to OEM specifications to ensure optimal performance of the air conditioning system.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • Color coded
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Cut-Out Switch (Part No.ACA1256)

A/C Compressor Cut-Out Switch

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$20.79
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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ACDelco – GM Original Equipment Air Conditioning Accumulators/Drier (Part No.R1040401335ACD)

GM Original Equipment Air Conditioning Accumulators/Drier

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$48.05
ACDelco GM Original Equipment A/C Accumulators are used in A/C systems with an orifice tube metering device. The accumulator is located between the evaporator and the compressor, and serves to capture and store excess liquid refrigerant. This prevents liq

Product Features:
  • Removes harmful moisture from the A/C refrigerant system
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
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Factory Air – Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube (Part No.16152)

Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube

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$18.29
Optimized refrigerant flow; Core design meets or exceeds OE performance And efficiency; Application specific design for GM vehicles; Replaces damaged evaporator inlet tube
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Relay Connector (Part No.PTA1171)

A/C Compressor Relay Connector

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$61.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Factory Air – Sealing Washer Kit (Part No.24336)

Sealing Washer Kit

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$12.29
Includes O-Ring; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Flowtech – A/C Bracket (Part No.10042FLT)

A/C Bracket

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$46.49


Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated
  • Show Quality
  • For Custom Installations
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Driveworks – Ball Bearing (Part No.S-907257)

Ball Bearing

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$22.29
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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National – Bearings (Part No.S-128)

Bearings

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$11.29
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Available in both caged design and full complement
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Carquest Standard – Reman R4 Lightweight Compressor w/ Clutch (Part No.DW57937)

Reman R4 Lightweight Compressor w/ Clutch

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$194.99
Carquest Standard compressors offer reliable, long-lasting performance for a leak-free, dependable repair.

Product Features:
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function and durability
  • All remanufactured compressors are built using the latest compressor technology available today and using strict remanufacturing processes
  • All units have new seals, O-rings, gaskets and clutch bearings
  • Tested for noise, vibration, durability, vacuum decay and pressure decay to ensure no leaks and longer life
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Carquest Premium – A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Compressor (Part No.T58235)

A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Compressor

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$251.99
Carquest New Compressors are designed, manufactured and tested to meet or exceed strict original equipment specifications for superior quality and performance. Each new compressor is tested to provide durable life to the vehicle’s air conditioning system. All new compressor components are assembled using state of the art equipment and techniques to ensure smooth operation. Each part is equipped with a clutch and connector that matches the original equipment part and provides an exact replacement to your vehicle’s part. All compressors are supplied with the necessary gaskets and o-rings for installation.

Product Features:
  • Each new compressor design undergoes rigorous life cycle testing at high RPMs and pressures to ensure that they can withstand years in the harshest conditions.
  • New compressors are designed with utmost precision using 3D coordinate measuring machines to ensure a perfect fit.
  • The production process contains automated controls at every stage that alerts and halts production in case of an error, assuring that the finished product will always be flawless.
  • All new compressors must pass a helium leak test and pump up function test prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
  • Matched high-quality needle-roller bearing ensures low friction and high load capability.
  • Light weight aluminum energy-saving casting used for construction.
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Factory Air – Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26778)

Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit

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$41.99
Compatible with both R12 And R134a refrigerants; All the seals needed to complete the job; SUV And rear air applications; Application specific
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Factory Air – Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26777)

Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit

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$16.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All the seals needed to complete the job
  • Compatible with both R12 and R134a refrigerants
  • SUV and rear air applications
  • Application specific
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Factory Air – System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch (Part No.36659)

System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch

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$18.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Factory Air – System Mounted Preset Cycling Temperature Switch (Part No.35720)

System Mounted Preset Cycling Temperature Switch

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$18.05
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Precision engineered
  • OE style connectors
  • Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Clutch Connector (Part No.PTA1658)

A/C Compressor Clutch Connector

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$11.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Factory Air – Harness Connector (Part No.37215)

Harness Connector

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$15.79
OE style connectors; Molded plastic construction; Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Green Round O-Ring (Part No.24650)

Green Round O-Ring

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$1.99
Made from HNBR material; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Green Round O-Ring (Part No.24615)

Green Round O-Ring

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$1.99
Made from HNBR material; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Delphi – A/C Compressor (Part No.CS0120)

A/C Compressor

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$269.99
100 years of OE experience, supplier to the world’s top automakers, OE Heritage and knowledge built into every aftermarket part.

Product Features:
  • All Delphi compressors are an exact fit
  • Sealing washers are included (where applicable) with all Delphi compressors and no extra parts to purchase
  • All Delphi compressors are 100% leak tested
  • Delphi compressors are constructed with high-quality corrosion resistant aluminum alloy not often found in aftermarket products
  • Low torque demand results in better engine performance and increased fuel economy
  • All Delphi compressors meet or exceed OE specifications
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Carquest Premium – New Compressor with Clutch, GM R4 Lightweight (Part No.T58240)

New Compressor with Clutch, GM R4 Lightweight

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$307.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All compressors go through sophisticated testing and leak test processes
  • Includes specific electrical connector to eliminate splicing
  • For ease of installation this compressor includes all gaskets, O-rings or sealing washers needed to repair your car
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function, and durability
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Factory Air – New GM Frigidaire/Harrison R4 Radial Clutch Assembly w/ Coil (Part No.47298)

New GM Frigidaire/Harrison R4 Radial Clutch Assembly w/ Coil

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$151.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All mounting hardware included
  • Every coil tested for proper ohms
  • Vehicle specific applications
  • Coated to prevent corrosion
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Factory Air – New GM Harrison DA6-HR6-HD6-HT6+HE6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil (Part No.47651)

New GM Harrison DA6-HR6-HD6-HT6+HE6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil

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$119.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All mounting hardware included
  • Every coil tested for proper ohms
  • Vehicle specific applications
  • Coated to prevent corrosion
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Factory Air – Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch (Part No.35961)

Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch

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$36.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Improved 2 terminal design replacing older 1 terminal switch
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GM Genuine Parts – Air Conditioning Refrigerant Pressure Switch (Part No.15-50812)

Air Conditioning Refrigerant Pressure Switch

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$59.99
GM Genuine Parts HVAC Pressure Switches are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. These HVAC pressure switches are a system protective switch that cuts off power to A/C components if the pressure in the system is too low. GM Genuine Parts are the true OE parts installed during the production of or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE).

Product Features:
  • Protective switch that discontinues power to A/C components when system pressures are too low
  • Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
  • Original equipment parts are designed to work with your GM vehicle safety systems — aftermarket replacement parts may not meet the same OE safety regulations, depending on the part type
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
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Carquest Premium – A/C Clutch Cycle Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1091)

A/C Clutch Cycle Switch Connector

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$34.49
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Dorman – Electrical Harness – 2-Wire GM A/C Clutch with Diode (Part No.85143)

Electrical Harness - 2-Wire GM A/C Clutch with Diode

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$11.99
This HVAC clutch coil connector is designed to match the appearance and function of the original hardware on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this HVAC clutch coil connector matches the appearance and function of the factory hardware on specified applications
  • Ideal solution – this connector 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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ACDelco – Multi-Purpose Pigtail (Part No.PT1357)

Multi-Purpose Pigtail

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$37.99
ACDelco GM Original Equipment Pigtail Connectors are connectors ready to be spliced into vehicle harnesses, and are GM-recommended replacements for your vehicle’s original components. These original equipment pigtail connectors have been manufactured to fit your GM vehicle, providing the same performance, durability, and service life you expect from General Motors.

Product Features:
  • Protective outer coverings help provide long-lasting durability
  • Color-coded wires allow for easy installation
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function
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Popular 1981 GMC K3500 Air Conditioning Parts Categories

AC Compressor With Clutch
AC Compressor With Clutch
AC Compressor Without Clutch
AC Compressor Without Clutch
AC Clutch
AC Clutch
AC Line O-Rings
AC Line O-Rings
AC Relay Connectors
AC Relay Connectors
AC Clutch Coil Connectors
AC Clutch Coil Connectors
Accumulator and Receiver Driers
Accumulator and Receiver Driers
AC Evaporator Repair Kits
AC Evaporator Repair Kits
AC Clutch Cycle Switches
AC Clutch Cycle Switches
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
AC High Pressure Side Switches
AC High Pressure Side Switches
AC Compressor Cut-Off Switches
AC Compressor Cut-Off Switches
AC Compressor Switch Connectors
AC Compressor Switch Connectors
AC Compressor Mount Brackets
AC Compressor Mount Brackets
AC Compressor Gaskets
AC Compressor Gaskets
AC Compressor Thrust Bearings
AC Compressor Thrust Bearings
AC Compressor Seals
AC Compressor Seals

1981 GMC K3500 Air Conditioning Parts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 GMC K3500. Maybe you just need a couple of Air Conditioning Parts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 45 different Air Conditioning Parts in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $478.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 GMC K3500 running smoothly.

Air Conditioning Parts are only as good as their brand. We stock 8 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 GMC K3500. Carquest Premium, Factory Air, and Carquest 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 Air Conditioning Parts for your 1981 GMC K3500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 807 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Ball Bearing with 2.3 stars and Compressor Mounted Low Cut-Out Pressure Switch with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Air Conditioning Parts to keep your 1981 GMC K3500 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!

Air Conditioning Parts Brands To Make Your 1981 GMC K3500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 GMC K3500 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Air Conditioning Parts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your K3500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Air Conditioning Parts brands and parts.

Popular Factory Air Air Conditioning Parts

We carry Factory Air parts in our stock across AC High Pressure Side Switches and AC Clutch Cycle Switches categories, plus more. For a 1981 GMC K3500, our most popular Factory Air Air Conditioning Parts include:
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
from $36.99
(3)
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
AC High Pressure Side Switches
System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch
from $24.79
(3)
System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch
AC Clutch Cycle Switches
System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch
from $15.79
(3)
System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch
AC Clutch Cycle Switches

FAQs for 1981 GMC K3500 Air Conditioning Parts

What are the most purchased Air Conditioning Parts for the 1981 GMC K3500?

Out of 45 Air Conditioning Parts for the 1981 GMC K3500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
from $36.99
(10)
Compressor Mounted High Cut-Out Pressure Switch
AC High Pressure Side Switches
Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit
from $16.99
(6)
Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit
AC Line O-Rings
Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch
from $195.99
(4)
Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch
AC Compressor Without Clutch

What are the top-rated 1981 GMC K3500 Air Conditioning Parts?

Top-rated Air Conditioning Parts for your 1981 GMC K3500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Ball Bearing
from $22.29
(4)
Ball Bearing
“Great replacement bearing”
Compressor Mounted Low Cut-Out Pressure Switch
from $34.49
(3)
Compressor Mounted Low Cut-Out Pressure Switch
“Fit and wAS EASE TO INSTALL.”
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor
from $274.99
(3)
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor
“Be aware this is a new different design not for a rear mount design on a 1981 corvette the back has a valve on the compressor that blocks the rear bra”