1988 GMC G3500 Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1988 GMC G3500 Performance and Racing Products

FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1010)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$39.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6091)

Intake Manifold Bolts

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$32.09
These special Grade 8 intake manifold bolts feature a 12-point smaller-than-standard head and flange, and include special extra thick flat washers for optimum clamping pressures. They’re ideal for use where space is minimal, typical on larger runner race manifolds. These bolts and washers are bright zinc plated for protection and good looks.

Product Features:
  • Features 12-point Smaller-than-standard Bolt Head
  • Thick Flat Washers Distribute Optimum Clamp Load
  • Ideal Use Where Space Is Minimal On Race Manifolds
  • Bolts And Washers Zinc Plated For Protection
  • Zinc Plated For Protection
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000 (Part No.20481)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000

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$766.99
Nitrous Holeshot Converters are Built with the same features as the other B&M Holeshots, with the addition of anti-balloon plates. The anti-balloon plates will allow these converters to stand up to the instant horsepower nitrous delivers.

Product Features:
  • 2800-3200 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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Accel – Adj:Vac Adv GM V8 Hei Dist (Part No.31035)

Adj:Vac Adv GM V8 Hei Dist

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$48.49
This unit permits a seamless wide range of adjustment to both amount and rate of ignition advance. This unit helps increase horsepower and throttle response. It provides maximum spark advance while preventing detonation or “pinging”. This kit includes an allen wrench for easy adjustment along with instructions.

Product Features:
  • Adjustable Vacuum Advance
  • Increases Horsepower And Throttle Response
  • Includes Allen Wrench For Adjustments
  • Instantly Increase Horsepower
  • Maximum Possible Spark Advance
  • Not Legal For Sale/Use In CA
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Accel – High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8 (Part No.120141)

High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8

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$89.99
ACCEL Heavy-Duty Caps offer superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire. Features hi-performance 60,000 volt alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability.

Product Features:
  • Fits Most Stock And Modified Distributors
  • Brass inserts provide for high spark energy flow
  • Polyester Glass Filled For Durability
  • Heavy duty for maximum energy transfer
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9730)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5703, 5794
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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B & M – Transpak For 82-93 TH700R4 Transmission (Part No.70235)

Transpak For 82-93 TH700R4 Transmission

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$174.99
The B&M Transpak has all the features in the Shift Improver Kit, plus it provides additional driver manual control. Retain full automatic features and standard shift points with selector in Drive.

Product Features:
  • Recalibrate Auto. Transmission
  • Optimum Performance
  • Select Your App. Mode
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Trans. Removal Not Required
  • Downshift At Any Speed
  • Great For Trailer Towing
  • For Heavy Loads Driving Downhill
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; Street Fire; GM V8 Vortec; 96-00 (Part No.5592)

Distributor; Street Fire; GM V8 Vortec; 96-00

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$373.99
These Street Fire distributors are ready to drop into your V8 engine to replace the worn OEM piece. A factory style ignition module is included along with a durable new cap and rotor. GM moved to this distributor in the late 1990s and only used them for a few years. The unique flat cap design acts as a ‘correct-a-cap’ meaning that the even number spark plug wires are all on the passenger side while the odd numbers are all on the driver’s side.

Product Features:
  • Great OEM Update; w/Performance Upgrades
  • Unique Flat Cap Design Acts As A Correct-A-Cap
  • Odd Wires On Driver Side; Even On The Passenger
  • Perfect For Budget Minded Enthusiasts
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket (Part No.5827)

Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket

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$38.59
Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasketss are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Incorporates Silicone beading around each intake and water outlet port to provide additional sealing strength on both sides of each gasket. No gasket sealer required. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Includes manifold end seals and distributor gasket.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Silicone beading on both sides of each gasket
  • Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; SBC; Socket Distributor Cap over VC (Part No.5565)

Wire Set; Street Fire; SBC; Socket Distributor Cap over VC

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$72.99
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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Competition Cams – VALVE SPRINGS, 1.509" DUAL 1 ST (Part No.924-16)

VALVE SPRINGS, 1.509" DUAL 1 ST

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Dual Valve Springs from COMP Cams are manufactured from Super Clean wire and subject to extensive quality control testing to deliver a valve spring assembly with superior strength, durability and valve train stability, no matter what the application. The dual spring design creates a stronger valve spring that can easily handle the increased lift found in extreme stress applications. COMP Cams Dual Valve Springs exceed the expectations of today’s engine builders and racers.

Product Features:
  • Seat pressure: 112 lbs. @ 1.900″, Open Pressure: 355 lbs. @ 1.200″
  • O.D.: 1.509″, I.D.: 0.697″
  • Dual valve springs with damper
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Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7802)

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$37.99


Product Features:
  • Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
  • For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
  • Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
  • 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
  • True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
  • 50 State Street Legal
  • Not for OEM Hydraulic Roller-Lifter Camshaft Eng.
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Mr. Gasket – Header Bolt Set (Part No.2210G)

Header Bolt Set

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$41.99
Made of high quality stainless steel. These bolts will brighten up your hot rod, or improve the looks of your race car.

Product Features:
  • Bright Ball Burnish Finish
  • Made From 304 Stainless
  • Compact Hex Head Is Ideal Where Space Is Limited
  • 12 Per Set
  • Resist corrosion and provides a clean professional appearance
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Edelbrock – Classic Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Aluminum (Part No.4144)

Classic Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Aluminum

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$391.99
The Edelbrock #4144 Classic Series Valve Covers are designed for Chevy 262-400 V8 1959-86 applications. Edelbrock first made these aluminum valve covers in the late ’50s and they’re still a classic. They are made of heavy-gauge sand-cast aluminum, Overall height is measured from base to top at the highest point. Edelbrock classic valve covers can be machined to accept breathers if desired.

Product Features:
  • Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86
  • Tall
  • Polished Aluminum
  • Set Of Two
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Competition Cams – CAMSHAFT, SBC 249 XTREME ENERGY COMPUTER CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC 1 EA (Part No.12-249-4)

CAMSHAFT, SBC 249 XTREME ENERGY COMPUTER CONTROLLED HYDRAULIC 1 EA

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$276.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts, the Xtreme Energy grind family offers gains in torque and horsepower while still delivering adequate vacuum for power brakes and other vacuum dependent accessories. Xtreme Energy camshafts work great in carbureted applications, but offer the best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, lower gear ratios, headers and free flowing exhaust.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Great in throttle body, crossfire or carbureted engine and 305 TPI.
  • 249/260 Advertised Duration, 206/212 Duration @ .050″, .434″/.444″ Lift, 112 Lobe Separation
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter (Part No.80775)

Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter

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$269.99
The B&M Unimatic is an ideal replacement for column shift vehicles, includes neutral safety switch, 5 foot cable and a boot and plate.

Product Features:
  • Ideal As Column Shift Replacement
  • Includes Neutral Safety Switch
  • Includes Black T-Handle
  • Backup Light Not Available
  • Includes 5 ft. Cable and Hardware
  • Includes Boot and Plate
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Mr. Gasket – Copper Seal; Exhaust Gasket Set (Part No.7158)

Copper Seal; Exhaust Gasket Set

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$60.29
Copperseal exhaust gaskets are unique gaskets made from .043 inch solid copper. They feature an embossed O-ring design for a leak proof seal. They won’t shrink, deteriorate or blowout. Header bolts stay tight. Ideal for motor homes and towing.

Product Features:
  • Will Not Shrink/Deteriorate
  • Creates A Tight Leak Proof Seal
  • Helps Lower Under hood Temps
  • Seals Irregular Surfaces
  • Seals Slightly Damaged Surface
  • Ideal For Tow Vehicles
  • Ideal For Motor Homes
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Accel – Cap/Rotor (Part No.8129)

Cap/Rotor

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$60.99
ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from “arc-thru” and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.

Product Features:
  • See catalog for application information
  • Features 60K V Rated Alkyd Compound
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Mr. Gasket – A/Tdipstick (Part No.9703G)

A/Tdipstick

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$83.29
Billet aluminum handle with flexible braded steel tube mounts to the firewall. 29-3/4 inch long.

Product Features:
  • Braided Stainless Steel
  • Firewall Mounting
  • Includes Oil Fill Tube
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Spectre – Valve Cover Gasket Steel reinforced (Part No.585)

Valve Cover Gasket Steel reinforced

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$34.99
This Spectre valve cover gasket is an OEM replacement part that fits small block Chevrolet 265-400 engines. The gasket is made from extra thick rubber with a steel reinforced core that maintains its shape under pressure which helps to provide a superior seal.

Product Features:
  • Fits 265-400 small block Chevy engines
  • OEM replacement
  • Extra thick rubber with steel reinforced core
  • Provides a superior seal
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Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Distributor Wiring Harness

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$30.49


Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • Makes Connections Quick And Easy
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Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.90)

Timing Cover Gasket Set

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$21.99
Mr. Gasket Performance Timing Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley (Part No.4977)

Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley

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$83.29
Replace your stock black engine pulleys with a pair of chrome plated steel pulleys from Mr. Gasket. The pulleys are highly polished then chrome plated. Designed for small and big block Chevrolet engines with 5/8 inch water pump shaft.

Product Features:
  • Highly Polished For Lasting Beauty
  • Double Groove
  • w/Long Water Pump
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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy, Polished Finish (Part No.21011)

Performer Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy, Polished Finish

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$566.99
Edelbrock part #21011 Performer intake manifold is designed for street 1955-86 small-block Chevys. Edelbrock’s Patented Dual-plane, low-rise design with a 180-degree firing order greatly improves torque over a wide rpm range for excellent throttle respons
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Accel – Lts Rotor (Part No.130133)

Lts Rotor

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$15.99
Regain horsepower and economy for your street machine with a new ACCEL performance rotor. ACCEL’s high quality manufacturing process results in rotors offering superior protection from arc-thru and crossfire.

Product Features:
  • Max Stability For All RPM Ranges
  • Heavy Duty For Maximum Energy Transfer
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Competition Cams – VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST (Part No.505-16)

VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST

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$31.99
COMP Cams offers a complete line of valve stem seals, from the umbrella seals to the positive-stop Teflon seal. These seals are a must to keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber through the clearance in the valve guides. The umbrella seal is normally used when a larger-than-stock diameter spring is used, in the case of a double spring, the positive-stop Teflon seal is used. The umbrella seals require no machining, but with the Teflon seal it is necessary to disassemble the heads and machine the top of the guide with a special .530 diameter cutter. Whenever you are planning an engine overhaul or a cam change, don’t forget the valve seals.

Product Features:
  • Work with .530″ guides and 3/8″ valve stem diameter
  • Valve stem oil seals keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber
  • Several different types of valve seals are offered
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B & M – Flexplate, SFI 29.1 Approved, Fits 168-Tooth, 2-Piece Rear Main Seal, Chevy V8 (Part No.20230)

Flexplate, SFI 29.1 Approved, Fits 168-Tooth, 2-Piece Rear Main Seal, Chevy V8

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$154.99
As performance levels increase, an O.E. style flexplate just won’t cut it and a stronger option is a necessity to prevent transmission and/or converter failure. B&M has you covered with our high performance flexplate designed for 1955-85 GM small block (internally balanced) V8 engines along with 4.3L V6 engines. Also fits 1990 and earlier GM big block (internally balanced) V8 engines with two piece rear main seal. Features include high tensile strength steel construction to resist elongation and cracking, dual bolt pattern 10.75 or 11.5 inch converter mounting locations, 168 tooth ring gear with double-sided welds for added strength and comes with SFI 29.1 safety certification insuring the ultimate in safety and performance. The assembly is then Zinc plated and treated with a Chromate Conversion Coating for added corrosion resistance and durability. B&M SFI approved flexplates are ideal for extreme duty race applications as well as street cars, tow vehicles or other vehicles needing the added protection and toughness that B&M has been delivering since 1953. Compatible with Powerglide, TH350, TH400 and TH700R4 automatic transmissions.

Product Features:
  • NHRA/IHRA Legal For All Classes
  • Includes SFI Certification Sticker
  • Ideal For Street Applications
  • To Extreme Duty Racing
  • To High RPM Use
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Edelbrock – Performer Carburetor #9913 750 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) (Part No.9913)

Performer Carburetor #9913 750 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)

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$427.99
Product Features:
  • Satin Finish
  • 4 Barrel
  • Annular Booster Type
  • Electric Choke Type
  • 750 cfm Maximum Flow Rating
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1988 GMC G3500 Performance and Racing Products

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Popular Flowtech Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular Flowtech brand products across Performance Exhaust Products. All are waiting to get your 1988 GMC G3500 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Flowtech products in these categories are:
Real-Seal; Header Gasket
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Real-Seal; Header Gasket
Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets

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If Accel are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Accel brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1988 GMC G3500, and some of our most reviewed Accel parts include:
HEI Distributor Cap & Rotor Kit - Tan - Chevrolet V8
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HEI Distributor Cap & Rotor Kit – Tan – Chevrolet V8
Performance Distributor Cap and Rotor Kits
High-Performance Distributor Rotor for GM 4.3L-7.4L Engines
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High-Performance Distributor Rotor for GM 4.3L-7.4L Engines
Performance Distributor Rotors
High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8
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High Performance Distributor Cap for Chevy/GMC Vortec V8
Performance Distributor Caps

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High Performance Transmission Mount for Street & Racing Vehicles
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High Performance Transmission Mount for Street & Racing Vehicles
Performance Engine and Transmission Mounts
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

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Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1988 GMC G3500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Performer 1406 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet
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Performer 1406 Carburetor: 600 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Electric Choke Inlet
“Included is an instruction booklet that is very helpful. It contains part numbers, setup, and maintaince tips. The performer carb is easy to adjust an”
Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading
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Ultra-Seal Intake Manifold Gasket with Silicone Beading
“Can’t go wrong with Mr Gasket”
GM 1984-95 Remote Supercoil
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GM 1984-95 Remote Supercoil
“Works great!”