1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits
Keep Your 1988 GMC C3500 in Top Shape with Quality Engine Kits
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Engine Kit, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1988 GMC C3500 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Gasket Kit Sets, Engine Top End Kits, and Engine Oil Deep Sump Kits. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kit at Advance Auto Parts is around $694.56, with a range that starts at $8.99 and goes up to $4,526.99. With 6 options in stock from 5 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like For Use With Small/ Big Block Chevy, Hex Head, Black Oxide, With Nuts/ Washers, Engine Dress Steel Up Kit, and For Use With Chevy Small Block, Hex Head, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly start at just $8.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Engine Kit, don’t forget to check out other key components like Engine Gaskets and Seals and Engine Timing Parts. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1988 GMC C3500 in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits
Looking for the perfect Engine Kit for your 1988 GMC C3500? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Engine Kits that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Engine Kits, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your GMC C3500. Whether you’re driving a 1988 model or another popular model year like
1991,
1992,
1993,
1994,
1995,
1996,
1997,
1998, and
1999, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Engine Kits from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Engine Kits that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Stud Kit (Part No.6316)
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$87.99
The black finish grade 5 bolts have a bullet tip to make installation easy. The zinc plated self-locking nuts give uniform clamping for a positive seal.
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- Bullet Tip Design
- Aid Alignment and Installation
- Grade 5 Studs w/ Black Finish
- Zinc Plated Self-Locking Nuts
- Assures Positive Gasket Seal
- The Professionals Choice
ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Small/ Big Block Chevy, Hex Head, Black Oxide, With Nuts/ Washers (Part No.230-7003)
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$8.99
you have probably heard many a horror story about someone losing an engine when the oil pump fell off into the pan because of a broken bolt. Well, you can put your mind at ease when using ARP premium grade oil pump bolt and stud kits. You have a choice of black oxide finished 8740 chrome moly steel or low maintenance stainless steel. Both are nominally rated at 170,000 PSI tensile strength to provide you with plenty of clamping force. Moreover, take your pick between conventional hex style or 12 point designs. This is insurance that no conscientious engine builder should be without The studs come with flat washers and nuts, while the Ford bolt kit has flat washers only. These inexpensive fasteners can literally save your engine.
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- Nominally Rated At 170,000 PSI Tensile Strength To Provide You With Plenty Of Clamping Force
- Premium Grade Oil Pump Stud
- The Studs Come With Flat Washers And Nuts
- Black Oxide Finished 8740
- Hi-Volume
- 3.125″
ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Chevy Small Block, Hex Head, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly (Part No.230-7001)
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$8.99
you have probably heard many a horror story about someone losing an engine when the oil pump fell off into the pan because of a broken bolt. Well, you can put your mind at ease when using ARP premium grade oil pump bolt and stud kits. You have a choice of black oxide finished 8740 chrome moly steel or low maintenance stainless steel. Both are nominally rated at 170,000 PSI tensile strength to provide you with plenty of clamping force. Moreover, take your pick between conventional hex style or 12 point designs. This is insurance that no conscientious engine builder should be without The studs come with flat washers and nuts, while the Ford bolt kit has flat washers only. These inexpensive fasteners can literally save your engine.
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Product Features:
- Nominally Rated At 170,000 Psi Tensile Strength To Provide You With Plenty Of Clamping Force
- Premium Grade Oil Pump Stud
- The Studs Come With Flat Washers And Nuts
- Black Oxide Finished 8740
Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.KS 2600)
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$56.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Sealed Power – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.260-1772)
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$138.99
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.KS 2629)
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$65.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Sealed Power – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.260-1773)
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$162.99
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.KS 2630)
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$83.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.KS 2666)
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$119.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Sealed Power – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.260-1932)
from
$332.99
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.
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- 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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Mr. Gasket – Chrome Dress-Up Kit (Part No.9834)
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$141.99
Includes: 2 short chrome valve covers 2 valve cover gaskets 1 chrome push-on breather 1 chrome dipstick & tube 1 chrome timing chain cover 1 chrome timing tab 1 rubber grommet for valve cover PCV hole 1 breather grommet.
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- Chrome Plated Steel
- Comes W/valve Cover Gaskets
Spectre – Engine Dress Steel Up Kit (Part No.5428)
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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.
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- 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
Popular 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits Categories
Most Popular Gasket Kit Set for 1988 GMC C3500s
Enhance your 1988 GMC C3500 with this popular Gasket Kit Set we have in stock, for $119.99.
Felpro – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.KS 2666)
from
$119.99
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:
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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
- Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
Best-Selling 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Top End Kit
Upgrade your C3500 with our best-selling Engine Top End Kit.
Edelbrock – POWER PKG (Part No.2089)
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$4526.99
POWER PKG
Top-Quality Engine Oil Deep Sump Kits for 1988 GMC C3500s
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Engine Oil Deep Sump Kit for GMC C3500s and enjoy top-notch performance from $8.99.
ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Small/ Big Block Chevy, Hex Head, Black Oxide, With Nuts/ Washers (Part No.230-7003)
from
$8.99
you have probably heard many a horror story about someone losing an engine when the oil pump fell off into the pan because of a broken bolt. Well, you can put your mind at ease when using ARP premium grade oil pump bolt and stud kits. You have a choice of black oxide finished 8740 chrome moly steel or low maintenance stainless steel. Both are nominally rated at 170,000 PSI tensile strength to provide you with plenty of clamping force. Moreover, take your pick between conventional hex style or 12 point designs. This is insurance that no conscientious engine builder should be without The studs come with flat washers and nuts, while the Ford bolt kit has flat washers only. These inexpensive fasteners can literally save your engine.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Nominally Rated At 170,000 PSI Tensile Strength To Provide You With Plenty Of Clamping Force
- Premium Grade Oil Pump Stud
- The Studs Come With Flat Washers And Nuts
- Black Oxide Finished 8740
- Hi-Volume
- 3.125″
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Stud Kit (Part No.6316)
from
$87.99
The black finish grade 5 bolts have a bullet tip to make installation easy. The zinc plated self-locking nuts give uniform clamping for a positive seal.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Bullet Tip Design
- Aid Alignment and Installation
- Grade 5 Studs w/ Black Finish
- Zinc Plated Self-Locking Nuts
- Assures Positive Gasket Seal
- The Professionals Choice
ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Chevy Small Block, Hex Head, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly (Part No.230-7001)
from
$8.99
you have probably heard many a horror story about someone losing an engine when the oil pump fell off into the pan because of a broken bolt. Well, you can put your mind at ease when using ARP premium grade oil pump bolt and stud kits. You have a choice of black oxide finished 8740 chrome moly steel or low maintenance stainless steel. Both are nominally rated at 170,000 PSI tensile strength to provide you with plenty of clamping force. Moreover, take your pick between conventional hex style or 12 point designs. This is insurance that no conscientious engine builder should be without The studs come with flat washers and nuts, while the Ford bolt kit has flat washers only. These inexpensive fasteners can literally save your engine.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Nominally Rated At 170,000 Psi Tensile Strength To Provide You With Plenty Of Clamping Force
- Premium Grade Oil Pump Stud
- The Studs Come With Flat Washers And Nuts
- Black Oxide Finished 8740
Our Top Pick for a 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Dress Up Kit
Invest in a
durable Engine Dress Up Kit for your 1988 GMC, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Spectre – Engine Dress Steel Up Kit (Part No.5428)
from
$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:
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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
FAQs for 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits
What are the best-selling Engine Kits for 1988 GMC C3500s?
Out of 6 Engine Kits that fit 1988 GMC C3500s, the following parts are the top sellers:
- For Use With Small/ Big Block Chevy, Hex Head, Black Oxide, With Nuts/ Washers (11530224) – $8.99
- Engine Dress Steel Up Kit (22905417) – $99.99
- For Use With Chevy Small Block, Hex Head, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly (11530208) – $8.99
What’s the price range for 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits?
The prices of Engine Kits for the 1988 GMC C3500 range from $8.99 up to $4,526.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of an Engine Kit for a 1988 GMC C3500?
The average price for Engine Kits for the 1988 GMC C3500 is $694.56. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Engine Kit category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Engine Kits for other GMC C3500 model years?
What are the cheapest Engine Kits for my 1988 GMC C3500?
The cheapest 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kits we carry are:
- For Use With Small/ Big Block Chevy, Hex Head, Black Oxide, With Nuts/ Washers (11530224) – $8.99
- For Use With Chevy Small Block, Hex Head, Black Oxide, Chrome Moly (11530208) – $8.99
- Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Stud Kit (11151870) – $87.99
- Engine Dress Steel Up Kit (22905417) – $99.99
- Engine Gasket Set (3215180) – $119.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Engine Kits for any other 1988 GMC models?
Yes. We stock Engine Kits for 13 other popular 1988 GMC models. Some of the most popular are 1988 Jimmy Engine Kits, 1988 K2500 Engine Kits, 1988 C2500 Engine Kits, 1988 K1500 Engine Kits, and 1988 C1500 Engine Kits.
What are the top-rated Engine Kits that fit the 1988 GMC C3500?
The one 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kit we have in stock is the For Use With Small/ Big Block Chevy, Hex Head, Black Oxide, With Nuts/ Washers. It costs $8.99.
What types of Engine Kits do you sell for my 1988 GMC C3500?
As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Engine Kits for a 1988 GMC C3500:
Can I get help with 1988 GMC C3500 Engine Kit orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about GMC Engine Kits and more.
What is your return policy for GMC C3500 Engine Kits?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new GMC C3500 Engine Kits and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.