1983 Ford Thunderbird Engine Cooling Parts

Essential 1983 Ford Thunderbird Engine Cooling Parts

Dorman – Coolant Housing/Water Outlet: With Housing and Gasket, 180 Degree Neck Angle (Part No.902-1024)

Coolant Housing/Water Outlet: With Housing and Gasket, 180 Degree Neck Angle

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$16.99
This replacement engine coolant thermostat housing is engineered to match the fit and durability of the stock thermostat housing on specified vehicles. It is designed to withstand extreme temperature changes to extend service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this engine coolant thermostat housing directly replaces the original housing on specified vehicle years, makes and models
  • Durable construction – this part is specifically designed to withstand extreme temperature changes and resist cracking and leaking
  • Cost-effective and reliable – offers original manufacturer quality at lower cost than getting replacement at dealer
  • Industry-leading design – professionally engineered by the aftermarket leader in replacement thermostat housings
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Carquest Premium – Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees (Part No.13779)

Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees

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$15.79
Carquest Premium Thermostats are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Dorman – Help – Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap: Twist, Plastic, 1 Pack (Part No.54208)

Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap: Twist, Plastic, 1 Pack

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$14.99
Cracked or lost the original engine coolant reservoir cap? Replace it seamlessly and effectively with this precisely engineered, direct replacement cap.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine coolant reservoir cap directly replaces a cracked or lost original cap
  • Application specific – made to match dimensions of reservoir cap on only certain vehicle years, makes and models
  • Seamless fit – reverse-engineered from the original equipment to fit perfectly
  • Excellent value – a quick, easy replacement that’s less expensive than going back to the dealership
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Carquest Premium – Engine Cooling Fan Switch (Part No.ACA1379)

Engine Cooling Fan Switch

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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.
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Dorman – Help – Radiator Drain Cocks (Part No.61127)

Radiator Drain Cocks

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$6.99
This radiator drain petcock is a direct replacement for the original equipment plug that may have deteriorated or corroded. Made of quality materials, this petcock is engineered to strict standards for durable use over time.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this radiator drain petcock matches the fit and function of the original equipment part
  • Durable construction – this part is made of quality materials for a long service life
  • Saves money – offers original equipment quality at a competitive price
  • Quality assured – this petcock has undergone virtual testing to assure proper fit and function
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Permatex – The Right Stuff: 1 Minute Gasket Maker: Grey, 3 OZ (Part No.25238)

The Right Stuff: 1 Minute Gasket Maker: Grey, 3 OZ

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$19.99
Permatex’s The Right Stuff 1 Minute Series offers the fastest return to service in just 1 minute! This leak-proof, elastomeric “Formed-in-place” material is more reliable and longer lasting than pre-cut gaskets. It is blowout resistant and protects against leaks and seepage caused by vibration and thermal expansion. The Right Stuff 1 Minute Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications and is formulated to meet or exceed performance standards for long-term sealability, durability and handling.

Product Features:
  • Designed to perform under higher torque loads associated with engines having closely spaced bolt patterns
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive, RTV silicone
  • Protects against leaks caused by vibration and thermal expansion
  • Meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets
  • Quickly returns vehicle to service in just 1 minute
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Felpro – Multi-Purpose O-Ring (Part No.35489)

Multi-Purpose O-Ring

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$9.99
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
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Felpro – Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket (Part No.35004)

Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket

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$2.79
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
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Felpro – Engine Water Pump Gasket (Part No.35044)

Engine Water Pump Gasket

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$4.49
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
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Carquest Premium – Thermostat Kit (Part No.86042)

Thermostat Kit

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$185.99
We are proud to offer this CARQUEST product line: CARQUEST Water Outlets. Our products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation and designed to be hassle free OE replacement part that meets and/or exceeds OE standards. Backed by over 50 years of mobile temperature control experience, fix it once and fix it right with CARQUST Water Outlets and Thermostat Housings.

Product Features:
  • Meets and/or exceeds OEM standard
  • Includes quality gasket or O-ring to ensure proper seal (where applicable)
  • 100% leak tested
  • Direct-fit replacement for ease of installation
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Delphi – Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (Part No.TS10001)

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor

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$39.49
Delphi temperature sensors are built with the latest OE technology; Delphi temperature sensors use durable, one-piece design; Delphi temperature sensors are impervious to electrical noise and interference.

Product Features:
  • Delphi temperature sensors deliver accurate readings and optimal performance
  • Delphi’s one-piece design and automated production process eliminates internal connectors and failure points
  • Each sensor is electrically insulated to eliminate interference from other components in the vehicle
  • Delphi temperature sensors are impervious to electrical noise and interference
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Motorad – Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 192 Degrees (Part No.4831KT)

Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 192 Degrees

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$15.99
Kit includes thermostat, housing, and all necessary seals/gaskets to do the complete job. These individual parts are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat and housing will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Carquest Premium – Temperature Sender With Gauge (Part No.WTC1068)

Temperature Sender With Gauge

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$18.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All MotoRad Coolant Temperature Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • 100% factory resistance calibrated to ensure precision tolerances, resulting in extremely accurate temperature for optimal performance
  • Thread Sealant and/or O-ring pre-installed on applicable sensors to ensure leak free performance
  • Brass sensor housing precision machined to meet or exceed OE thermal conductivity
  • OE precision matched thermistor position for correct output parameters
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Flex A Lite – 400 Series Nylon Flex Fan (Part No.418)

400 Series Nylon Flex Fan

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$34.99
400 Series Nylon Flex Fan

Dorman – Panel Trim Retainer – Interior – Ford (sold by each) (Part No.700-398)

Panel Trim Retainer - Interior - Ford (sold by each)

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$1.29
All our Multi-Purpose Retainers are made of high quality materials for long-lasting durability. Offering a full line of Multi-Purpose Retainers for a wide range of applications.

Product Features:
  • Durable nylon design for a long service life
  • Also suitable for a broad variety of industrial and commercial uses
  • Conveniently packaged in a variety of piece counts
  • Direct replacement Retainers available (where applicable) to ensure a proper fit
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Felpro – WATER OUTLET GASKET (Part No.35114 T)

WATER OUTLET GASKET

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$10.29
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:
  • Problem-solving gaskets featuring advanced sealing technologies designed specifically for the repair environment
  • PermaDryPlus water outlet gaskets utilize rigid carrier construction and silicone sealing beads to ensure a long-lasting seal, including those with warped housing flanges
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that 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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Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470B)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$47.19
The fastest, easiest way to know exactly when it’s safe to open your radiator cap. ThermoCap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature.

Product Features:
  • Indicates coolant temperature
  • Helps prevent coolant injuries
  • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
  • Color-coded temperature ranges
  • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
  • Improves under-hood appearance
  • Chromed crown with a colored trim ring
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Carquest Premium – Radiator Cap Tester Adapter (Part No.12552)

Radiator Cap Tester Adapter

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$14.29
Tester adapter for the MT-300 cooling system pressure testers. Professional grade test equipment to ensure an automotive cooling system is operating at the correct pressure. Made from high quality materials to ensure durability. Designed to test automotive coolant caps.

Product Features:
  • Machined metal construction
  • Works with MT-300 pressure tester
  • Tests coolant caps
  • Professional quality
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Carquest Premium – Engine Camshaft Position Sensor Connector (Part No.PTA1483)

Engine Camshaft Position Sensor Connector

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$17.99
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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Carquest Premium – Radiator: With Transmission Oil Cooler (Part No.432400)

Radiator: With Transmission Oil Cooler

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$199.99
Carquest Premium radiators are designed and engineered for maximum performance, using the highest-grade materials to ensure all radiators meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) fit, form and function. Carquest Premium radiators are built by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Most modern vehicles use radiators with plastic tanks and our parts are engineered with integrated ribbing to prevent damage during thermal cycling. Carquest Premium radiators are also 100% tested to ensure a durable, leak-free cooling system repair.

Product Features:
  • Thermal tested under real-life temperature simulations
  • High tensile strength aluminum for maximum crimp strength
  • Plastic tanks are engineered with integrated ribbing for added strength to withstand cracks, bowing and distortion during thermal cycles
  • Thermal expansion slots extend core life and reduce failure rates by allowing improved core expansion and contraction during systematic heat cycles
  • Oil cooler designs meet or exceed OE standards, keeping the vehicle’s engine and transmission performing at optimal conditions
  • OEM grade, premium fittings for transmission or engine oil coolers (where applicable)
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Imperial – Thermostatic Fan Control – Preset (Part No.226206)

Thermostatic Fan Control - Preset

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$38.49
Controls the operating temperature of Imperial electric fans. Operates up to 2 fans.

Product Features:
  • Preset thermostatic fan control
  • 185°F preset
  • For use with Imperial electric fans
  • Probe installs into radiator fins
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Flex A Lite – Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit (Part No.14556)

Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit

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$22.99
Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit

GMB – GMB Water Pump (Part No.G3000394813GMB)

GMB Water Pump

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$127.66
The GMB Water Pump contains no remanufactured components and is designed to combat engine overheating associated with higher RPM, performance and high load applications. All GMB Water Pumps feature a precision ground, heavy duty steel bearing that`s completely sealed and lubricated for life. A specially modified, high performance impeller eliminates cavitation at high RPM`s, maintaining maximum volumetric flow of coolant, thus reducing engine temperature and increasing horsepower.

Product Features:
  • OE-Equivalent and direct fit application.
  • 100% new with no remanufactured parts.
  • High flow design
  • Factory lubricated bearing assembly
  • Precision ground shaft and hub
  • OE quality forged housing for maximum coolant flow
  • Precision built and balanced
  • Pressed on impeller for increased water flow
  • Unique no sealed required gasket
  • Unitized seal protects bearings and provides long life leak free performance.
  • Factory sealed precision ground one piece bearing assembly
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Factory Air – 12" Reversible Fan Kit (Part No.36896)

12" Reversible Fan Kit

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$141.99
880 CFM
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Mahle – Water Pump Gasket (Part No.G3040118229MAH)

Water Pump Gasket

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$31.03
Mahle/Cleveite – (The MAHLE Group) is one of the largest global automotive parts manufacturers, specializing in Engine Components, Filtration and Peripherals. 1.5mm
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Imperial – Electric Fan 16" Diameter (Part No.226116)

Electric Fan 16" Diameter

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$92.99
Electric fan with 16″ diameter. Imperial electric fans are reversible for push or pull operation and are designed with a thin, aerodynamic profile for applications with limited space.

Product Features:
  • Rapid-Cool® Thin-Line electric fans
  • 16″ diameter
  • 1,400 CFM
  • Use as a pusher or puller fan
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Carquest Premium – Universal Fan Clutch – 5" Thermal Import/Compact (Part No.215010)

Universal Fan Clutch - 5" Thermal Import/Compact

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$70.99
Product Features:
  • Designed, tested, and built by application
  • OE performance, fit, and appearance
  • Precision machined
  • Out of box installation
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Felpro – Multi-Purpose O-Ring (Part No.5511)

Multi-Purpose O-Ring

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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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1983 Ford Thunderbird Engine Cooling Parts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1983 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Engine Cooling Parts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 87 different Engine Cooling Parts in our inventory ranging from $1.29 to $367.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1983 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Engine Cooling Parts are only as good as their brand. We stock 14 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1983 Ford Thunderbird. Carquest Premium, Permatex, and Motorad UltraStats 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 Engine Cooling Parts for your 1983 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 2,771 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket with 4.7 stars and Electric Fan – 12" Diameter with 3.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Engine Cooling Parts to keep your 1983 Ford Thunderbird 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!

Engine Cooling Parts Brands To Make Your 1983 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1983 Ford Thunderbird demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Engine Cooling Parts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Thunderbird the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Engine Cooling Parts brands and parts.

Popular GMB Engine Cooling Parts

We carry GMB parts in our stock across Water Pumps categories, plus more. For a 1983 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular GMB Engine Cooling Parts include:
GMB Water Pump
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GMB Water Pump
Water Pumps

Top 1983 Ford Thunderbird Engine Cooling Parts from Carquest Premium

Carquest Premium products are another trusted brand when it comes to Engine Cooling Parts for your 1983 Ford Thunderbird. Popular Carquest Premium parts include:
Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees
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(107)
Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees
Thermostats
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
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(103)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
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(65)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Coolant Reservoir Caps

FAQs for 1983 Ford Thunderbird Engine Cooling Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Cooling Parts for the 1983 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 87 Engine Cooling Parts for the 1983 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
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(288)
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
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(95)
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Water Pump Housing Gaskets
Standard Thermostat: 180 Degrees
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(36)
Standard Thermostat: 180 Degrees
Thermostats

What are the top-rated 1983 Ford Thunderbird Engine Cooling Parts?

Top-rated Engine Cooling Parts for your 1983 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
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Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
“Part as described”
Electric Fan - 12" Diameter
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(38)
Electric Fan – 12" Diameter
“good”
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
from $22.99
(35)
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control
“Advance kicks butt”