1988 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines

Essential 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Water Pump Big-Block Chevy Short/Standard in Black Finish (Part No.88503)

Water Pump Big-Block Chevy Short/Standard in Black Finish

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$402.99
Edelbrock #88503 Water Pump big block Chevy short black ideal to prevent overheating in street rods and street machines, as well as in tow rigs and motorhomes. Using state-of-the-art racing technology, Edelbrock has designed these “super cooling” Water Pu

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 5.750 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Black Finish
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)

Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$59.99
Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

Product Features:
  • They are zinc dichromate plated steel
  • They have black oxide coated set screws
  • Keeps rocker arms positively locked
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Mr. Gasket – Special Cam Bolt (Part No.944G)

Special Cam Bolt

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$12.99
Grade 8, single bolt. Black plated finish. The washers are designed to secure the Mr. Gasket cam button pn1180, pn1181, and pn1183 or can be used as stock replacements.

Product Features:
  • Specialty and drive train fastener
  • Special cam bolts
  • Black plated finish
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Holley – Intake Manifold (Part No.300-64)

Intake Manifold

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$327.99
Holley products have been the undisputed leader in fuel systems for over 100 years. Holley carburetors power every NASCAR Sprint Cup team and every NHRA Pro-Stock champion. Holley’s products include performance fuel pumps, fuel injection, intake manifolds, cylinder heads & engine dress-up products for street performance, race and marine applications. As a single solution, or partnered with products from other Holley companies, Hooker Headers, Flowtech Headers, NOS, Weiand, or Earl’s, Holley products can give you the edge you need over the competition.

Product Features:
  • High Rise Dual Plane Design
  • Square Carburetor Mounting Flange
  • Erg Provisions
  • Power Band Idle-6000 rpm
  • Maximized Port and Runner Sizes
  • Maximum Unrestricted Air Flow
  • 50 State Legal
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FEL-PRO Performance – Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 5 Piece Set (Part No.1802)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 5 Piece Set

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$25.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Spectre – Engine Dress Steel Up Kit (Part No.5428)

Engine Dress Steel Up Kit

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$99.99
This Spectre engine dress-up kit was designed for the 1987 – 1995 Chevy 305 & 350 engines. This kit includes: stock height valve covers, chrome valve cover T-bolts, chrome oil filler cap, chrome PCV breather, grommets, and an air cleaner adapter stud. The air filter adapter stud, is a z-bolt that is designed to allow you to use a center stud style air cleaner assembly instead of the stock dual-stud setup. Manufactured using high quality materials this kit features triple chrome plated parts.

Product Features:
  • For 1987-1995 Chevrolet 305-350 engines
  • Includes stock height valve covers & T-bolts
  • Includes oil filler caps, pcv vent filter
  • Includes air cleaner Z-Stud
  • Chrome engine kit
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.5863)

Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$40.99
Creates a positive seal. Controlled swelling gasket. Thickness will not decrease. Eliminates re-torque of valves. High-tensile strength. Handles ex flange pressure and forms a leak proof seal. Black latex coating.

Product Features:
  • These are a cork rubber blend
  • Extra thick 5/16 in. creates positive seal
  • Also available in standard thickness
  • For OE replacement and high performance apps
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Edelbrock – Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7332)

Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$123.99


Product Features:
  • Dial-In Your Camshaft With Ease
  • Made From Induction Hardened Billet Steel
  • Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
  • Billet SAE-1144 Steel Crank Sprockets
  • Multiple Keyways
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Mr. Gasket – TIMING COVER SEAL (Part No.17)

TIMING COVER SEAL

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$25.99
TIMING COVER SEAL

Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.90)

Timing Cover Gasket Set

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$21.99
Made from high grade cork granules and a neoprene binder, these gaskets will not shrink or stick and provide excellent sealing and durability. These gaskets can be reused.

Product Features:
  • Will not shrink or stick
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Reusable
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B & M – Torque Converter, Holeshot 3000 (Part No.70421)

Torque Converter, Holeshot 3000

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$717.99
The Holeshot Converter is a very good choice for the typical street machine that is looking for better launch capability and more strength. With a furnace brazed turbine, New turbine hub and dual pattern drive lugs on some GM Holeshots.

Product Features:
  • Furnace Brazed Impeller
  • Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
  • Between Stator and Turbine
  • Furnace Brazed Turbine
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B & M – Tork Master 2000 (Part No.20400)

Tork Master 2000

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$266.99
Torque Converter – Tork Master 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) APPLICATION: Tork Master 2000 for GM 1965 to 1991 TH400, 425, 375 and 1968 to 1981 TH350, 375B (not 350C) The Tork Master is B&M’s lowest cost

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
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Weiand – Supercharger Remote Thermostat Housing (Part No.7134P)

Supercharger Remote Thermostat Housing

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$164.99


Product Features:
  • Remote Thermostat Housing
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Spectre – Water Neck; Chevy V8 Late (Part No.42313)

Water Neck; Chevy V8 Late

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$19.99
Spectre’s Chevrolet V8 water neck fits 1966 – 1995 Chevy V8 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes the bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1966 – 1995 Chevy V8 engines
  • Includes bolts
  • Chrome plated
  • Designed for OEM fit
  • Easy to install
  • O-ring/gasket not included
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET (Part No.2912)

PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET

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$36.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2903)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$15.29
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Competition Cams – Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set (Part No.7513-16)

Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set

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$157.99
Magnum Pushrods from COMP Cams offer an affordable solution for your .080″ wall chromemoly pushrod needs. Designed to withstand the stresses of a high performance engine, Magnum Pushrods are head-treated for extended durability and have precision formed, reinforced ends. Magnum Pushrods are black-oxide finished with their part number and length laser etched onto the surface for easy identification.

Product Features:
  • 3/8″ Diameter, 7.800″ Length
  • Magnum Pushrods for Small Block Chevy
  • One-piece .080″ wall chromemoly steel tubing
  • Heat-treated for extended durability and guide plate compatibility
  • Precision formed and reinforced pushrod end
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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9653)

Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy

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$191.99
Edelbrock part #9653 Pushrods are designed for Chevy 348/409 “W” series V-8 engine applications. These one-piece pushrods are manufactured from high quality 4130 Chromoly steel tubing that has been surface hardened for maximum durability. They have precis

Product Features:
  • 7.2 in. Length
  • 0.312 in. Diameter
  • 4130 Chromoly Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.946G)

Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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The grade 8 bolts feature high hex head to prevent socket slippage. The thick parallel ground washer allows accurate uniform torque. Black finished, complete with split lock washer to prevent loosening.

Product Features:
  • These are have a zinc dichromate finish
  • Tall hex head bolt to prevent slippage
  • Extra thick parallel ground washer
  • Washers provides more accurate and uniform torque
  • Grade 8 alloy steel
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Mr. Gasket – Precision Timing Tape (Part No.1588)

Precision Timing Tape

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$18.99
Avoid trouble with this precision timing tape. Use it for accurate timing, setting valve lash or when degreeing the harmonic balancer.

Product Features:
  • Accurate in calibration
  • For hi-performance engines
  • Increased performance
  • Set valve lash at proper time
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1965-1990, Oval port 396-402-454 B/B Chevy (Part No.7203)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1965-1990, Oval port 396-402-454 B/B Chevy

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$32.99
Product Features:
  • Clean Positive Seal
  • Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
  • Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1965-1990, Mark IV B/B Chevy, Rec Port (Part No.7208)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1965-1990, Mark IV B/B Chevy, Rec Port

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Edelbrock part #7208 Intake Gaskets for 1965-1990, Mark IV 396-402-427-454-555, Rectangular Port 6 Bolt Flange with no crossover allow for optimum flow and performance. Any gasket can create a seal, but a good gasket can do it with less clamping force, an

Product Features:
  • 1.82″x2.46″
  • Rectangular Port Style
  • .060″ Thick
  • Two Piece Configuration
  • Composite Material
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Mr. Gasket – Water Outlet Gasket (Part No.738G)

Water Outlet Gasket

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$30.99
Manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber for excellent sealing and durability. Precision die cut for application.

Product Features:
  • Edge molded rubber water outlet gasket is reusable
  • Requires no gasket sealer
  • Solid aluminum carrier for strength/rigidity
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5902)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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$51.99
Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 (Part No.5802)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95

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$60.99
Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1025)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$72.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
  • Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
  • Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
  • Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – MLS Head Gasket (Part No.3152G)

MLS Head Gasket

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$114.99
Manufactured from nitrile coated spring steel layers. Stress formed embossment provides excellent sealing. Also provides stability and reduces cylinder bore distortion. Ideal for super charged, turbo charged, nitrous oxide and extreme compression ratios. For high performance street, drag race and oval track. Packaged individually.

Product Features:
  • Maximum sealing
  • Reduced bore distortion
  • Uniform bolt load distribution
  • Excellent radial strength
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Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1134G)

Head Gasket

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$56.99
With the ever-increasing technology in performance and racing engines, supercharged, turbo charged, nitrous-oxide and extreme compression ratios, a demand was created for stronger, more durable engine gaskets. Mr. Gasket, the originator of high performance gaskets, has met the challenge and developed performance gaskets in a variety of materials for all applications to meet the sealing demands of these engines. Mr. Gasket engine gaskets are the most advanced, tested and proven in the performance market today and earned the respect of many professional and sportsman racers.

Product Features:
  • Steel shimmed for perfect sealing
  • Increases engine compression
  • High temp silicone coated to prevent leaks
  • Stress formed embossments
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1988 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 62 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $12.99 to $1,259.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1988 Chevrolet Caprice running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. FEL-PRO Performance, Mr. Gasket, and Edelbrock 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 Performance Engines for your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 133 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 with 5.0 stars and PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Engines make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Caprice the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines

We carry FEL-PRO Performance parts in our stock across Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1988 Chevrolet Caprice, our most popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines include:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $52.99
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
from $39.49
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $23.49
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Top 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Mr. Gasket products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:
Water Outlet Gasket
from $30.99
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Water Outlet Gasket
Performance Water Outlet Gaskets
Intake Manifold Bolts
from $29.99
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Intake Manifold Bolts
Performance Intake Manifolds

FAQs for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1988 Chevrolet Caprice?

Out of 62 Performance Engines for the 1988 Chevrolet Caprice, the most popular in our inventory are:
Action Plus Water Pumps
from $215.99
(3)
Action Plus Water Pumps
Performance Engine Water Pumps
Performer Intake Manifold for 1987-95 Small Block Chevy, Satin Finish
from $329.99
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Performer Intake Manifold for 1987-95 Small Block Chevy, Satin Finish
Performance Intake Manifolds
Special Cam Bolt
from $12.99
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Special Cam Bolt
Performance Engine Camshaft Bolts

What are the top-rated 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1988 Chevrolet Caprice based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95
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Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95
“Used with the smallest Comp Thumpr Cam, good to 5500 RPM, Cost is great, No valve float. I would use again with a samll to medium cam and 416 heads.”
PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET
from $23.49
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PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET
“Great Quality Product”
Sure Seat; Valve Spring
from $51.99
(1)
Sure Seat; Valve Spring
“Good quality springs but online description is misleading. Part # 5902 does not include retainers and locks. Description should be updated to reflec”