1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls

Essential 1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls

Carquest Premium – A/C Plate and Fin Evaporator (Part No.T54528)

A/C Plate and Fin Evaporator

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$103.99
Carquest Evaporators are designed to remove heat from the air inside the passenger compartment of a vehicle resulting in cooler air temperatures. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • The design and manufacture of the evaporators result in uniform refrigerant distribution with optimal flow for improved performance and maximum heat transfer.
  • The evaporators are constructed to offer a lightweight, compact design that will fit easily within the engine compartment.
  • The surface treatment on each part ensures optimum water drainage to prevent mold and odors in the system.
  • The evaporators are 100% tested to meet or exceed original equipment specifications. Each part is helium tested to ensure no leaks.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – Green Round O-Ring (Part No.24608)

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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Motorad – Integrated Thermostat Housing: 192 Degrees (Part No.539-192)

Integrated Thermostat Housing: 192 Degrees

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$67.99
Manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This integrated thermostat 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 as well as the design and function of the housing. 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 – Radiator Cap: 16 PSI (Part No.10330)

Radiator Cap: 16 PSI

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$13.49
Crafted to meet the exact specifications set by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), these products are engineered for effortless installation and removal. Constructed from premium-grade components, incorporating proper relief and vacuum valves, they ensure optimal performance even in the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Rigorously quality-tested, these components provide exceptional, out-of-the-box performance and superior durability to meet or exceed the highest standards of today’s vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Safety lever to vent coolant pressure before removal
  • Maintains proper cooling system pressure
  • Easy installation and removal
  • 100% tested to ensure proper pressure and longevity
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Carquest Premium – A/C Condenser (Part No.1125)

A/C Condenser

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$129.99
The Carquest condenser is an integral component of the motor vehicle air conditioning system. This part condenses the refrigerant into a liquid to prepare it for entry into the compressor. The condenser is manufactured according to OEM design specificat

Product Features:
  • This is a parallel flow condenser that contains small micro-channels. It is highly recommended that this condenser be replaced if a failure has occurred in the vehicle’s air conditioning system that has resulted in debris contaminating the system. This
  • The Carquest condenser production process includes quality driven details such as using zinc-coated tubes and electrostatic paint spray at high temperatures to provide the best corrosion resistance and durability in our condensers.
  • Continuous molds, laser welding machines, semi-automatic assembly stations and other advanced equipment provide quality products.
  • Each condenser uses only the highest quality raw materials including pure aluminum (not substandard or recycled) to provide the highest quality standards from beginning to finished product.
  • All brackets are designed per OEM specifications to ensure strength and reduce vibration and movement.
  • We leak test 100% of our condensers in helium leak test chambers to ensure the product does not leak.
  • Our condensers are manufactured from rigid design standards to fit OEM dimensions.
  • Each condenser design endures a series of tests that includes performance testing, vibration testing, blast testing, and salt spray testing to simulate real world conditions.
  • Each Carquest condenser is packaged using superior box construction. This box is easy to open and seal. Each condenser is packaged in the box with internal protection to keep the part centered and away from the package edges. The package passes the fre
  • Each condenser uses only the highest quality raw materials including pure aluminum (not substandard or recycled) to ensure the highest quality standards from beginning to finished product.
  • All brackets are designed per OEM specifications to ensure strength and reduce vibration and movement.
  • We leak test 100% of our condensers in helium leak test chambers to ensure the product does not leak. This industry leading process is the most precise method and can detect even the smallest leak. The leak-free condenser is then charged with nitrogen and
  • Our condensers are manufactured from rigid design standards to match OEM dimensions. Each design undergoes a drop fit into the actual vehicle to ensure the final manufactured product provides an easy installation.
  • Each condenser design endures a series of tests that includes performance testing, vibration testing, blast testing, and salt spray testing to simulate real world conditions.
  • vibration testing
  • blast testing
  • and salt spray testing to simulate real world conditions.
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MAHLE Original – Water Outlet Gasket (Part No.C31972)

Water Outlet Gasket

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$4.49
MAHLE gaskets provide world class sealing products trusted by OEMs & Technicians around the globe.

Product Features:
  • All MAHLE gaskets meet or exceed the original equipment specifications providing the finest sealing products available
  • MAHLE gaskets utilizes OE equivalent or better materials in all our gaskets
  • MAHLE gaskets is the leader in Domestic, Asian and European applications
  • The contents of MAHLE gaskets are packaged in shrink wrapped tray, giving you the added security of knowing that you have the right parts, prior to opening the package
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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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Felpro – WATER PUMP GASKET SET (Part No.ES 73048)

WATER PUMP GASKET SET

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$6.79
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 to ensure a perfect fit
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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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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Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: Without Wheel (Part No.35502)

Blower Motor: Without Wheel

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$29.99
Carquest Premium Blower Motors are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Backed by over 50 years of mobile A/C experience, fix it once and fix it right with Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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Santech – A/C O-Ring Kit (Part No.R1151317274SII)

A/C O-Ring Kit

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$15.82
A/C O-Ring Kit

Carquest Premium – Deck Lid / Liftgate Ajar Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1488)

Deck Lid / Liftgate Ajar Switch Connector

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$23.99
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 – 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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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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Factory Air – Liquid Line Orifice Tube Repair Kit w/o Orifice Tube (Part No.16150)

Liquid Line Orifice Tube Repair Kit w/o Orifice Tube

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$38.49
All hoses are constructed with double wall barrier hose compatible with R134A or R12; Contains gaskets, o-rings, or seals to properly replace the product; Crimp fitting connection; Application specific design
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator (Part No.T33900)

A/C Accumulator

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$55.99
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest – A/C Compressor Cut-Out Switch (Part No.CCS420)

A/C Compressor Cut-Out Switch

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$112.99
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
  • High-quality materials withstand extreme conditions
  • Undergoes extensive testing to ensure reliability
  • As a global manufacturer of automotive aftermarket products, we maintain complete quality control throughout the manufacturing process
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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 – 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 – AC Pressure Switch (Part No.ABA1026)

AC Pressure Switch

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$34.49
The Premium CarQuest Vehicle Solutions line of vehicle electronics are designed for OE form, fit and function for both import and domestic vehicles. The A/C Pressure Switch monitors system pressures, aiding in proper and efficient control of the compresso

Product Features:
  • Designed and manufactured with high quality materials, industry leading electronic components and strict quality controls. Engineered to meet or exceed OE performance and to meet the uncompromising demands of service professionals.
  • Direct fit replacement matches proper OE fit, form, and function and ensures trouble free installation of your A/C Pressure Switch.
  • All units are tested using advanced end-of-line equipment that pressurize the A/C Pressure Switch, confirm proper calibration and functionality, and check for leaks to ensure each A/C Pressure Switch meets manufacturing specifications before packaging.
  • All units are tested using automated end-of-line testing equipment pressurizing the A/C Pressure Sensor and checks full-spectrum functionality and electrical output to ensure each A/C Pressure Sensor meets manufacturing specifications before packaging.
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Carquest Premium – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.RAA1556)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$11.49
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.
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Blower Control Switch (Part No.ACC1269)

HVAC Blower Control Switch

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$40.49
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.
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Flex A Lite – Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit (Part No.14538)

Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit

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$22.99
Belt-Driven Fan Spacer Kit

Carquest Premium – Radiator: With Transmission Oil Cooler (Part No.432344)

Radiator: With Transmission Oil Cooler

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$176.99
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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Carquest – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.83A1009)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$23.99
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
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Imperial – Electric Fan – 12" Diameter (Part No.226112)

Electric Fan - 12" Diameter

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$94.99
Electric fan with 12″ 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
  • 12″ Diameter
  • 800 CFM
  • Use as a pusher or puller fan
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Dorman – Electrical Harness – 2-Wire Compressor (Part No.85152)

Electrical Harness - 2-Wire Compressor

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$19.29
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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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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Popular 1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls Categories

1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls

You count on your 1988 Ford Thunderbird to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Cooling and Climate Controls. With 137 Cooling and Climate Controls ranging in price from $0.99 to $380.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1988 Ford Thunderbird.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Cooling and Climate Controls brand, we stock 22 different brands like Permatex, Carquest Premium, and Felpro. 1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls start as low as $0.99!

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Top-Rated Cooling and Climate Controls Brands For Your 1988 Ford Thunderbird

Trusted Cooling and Climate Controls OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1988 Ford Thunderbird running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Permatex, Carquest Premium, Felpro, and even more.

Popular Motorad UltraStats Cooling and Climate Controls

You’ll find popular Motorad UltraStats brand products across Engine Cooling Parts. All are waiting to get your 1988 Ford Thunderbird back on the road. Some of the top-rated Motorad UltraStats products in these categories are:
Thermostat: 192 Degrees
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Thermostat: 192 Degrees
Thermostats

Top-Rated Carquest Premium Cooling and Climate Controls


If Carquest Premium are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Carquest Premium brand Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1988 Ford Thunderbird, and some of our most reviewed Carquest Premium parts include:
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
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Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps
A/C Blue Orifice Tube
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A/C Blue Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
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Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes

FAQs for 1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls

What are the most purchased Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1988 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 137 Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1988 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
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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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Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Water Pump Housing Gaskets
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
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(91)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps

What are the top-rated 1988 Ford Thunderbird Cooling and Climate Controls?

Top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1988 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
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Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
“Perfect Fit for 1996 F150 XLT with a 302 / 5.0 L.”
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
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Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
“Part as described”
Electric Fan - 12" Diameter
from $94.99
(38)
Electric Fan – 12" Diameter
“good”