1989 GMC R3500 Performance Engines

Essential 1989 GMC R3500 Performance Engines

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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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9629)

Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy

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$187.99


Product Features:
  • Case-Hardened Tubing
  • Surface Hardening
  • Welded Ends
  • 0.3125 in. Diameter
  • Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
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Spectre – Valve Cover Gasket Steel/Rubber Bbc (Part No.586)

Valve Cover Gasket Steel/Rubber Bbc

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$31.99
Spectre’s Valve Cover Gasket is designed using extra thick rubber and a steel reinforced core. Engineered for optimum fit and function, this valve cover gasket provides superior sealing and stops leaks.

Product Features:
  • Extra thick rubber
  • Steel core reinforced
  • Superior sealing
  • Stops leaks
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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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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 – 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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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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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1004)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$52.99
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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Edelbrock – Performer; Cylinder Head (Part No.60469)

Performer; Cylinder Head

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$569.99


Product Features:
  • Out-of-the-Box Bolt-On Performance
  • Designed For Street/High Performance Big Blocks
  • Specially Designed Oval Ports
  • Increased Flow And Velocity
  • Highly Efficient Semi-Open Style Chamber
  • High Velocity Short Intake Ports
  • Fit GM Mark IV; Gen V; and Gen VI Blocks
  • Bare Head Only; Use PN[60479] for Complete
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Spectre – Throttle Body Injection Spacer (Part No.11252)

Throttle Body Injection Spacer

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$94.99
Manufactured from high quality machine finished aluminum, Spectre’s Throttle Body Spacers are engineered to improve engine performance. By providing added volume to the intake manifold and directing air through a tapered internal constriction, this spacer utilizes the Venturi effect to increase the speed of air flowing into your intake manifold. Spectre has designed a number of kits to fit a wide range of specific applications. Each kit includes the necessary gaskets and hardware to bolt directly to the factory components, making installation quick and easy.

Product Features:
  • Includes the necessary gaskets and hardware to bolt directly to the factory components
  • Each kit is designed for the applications listed
  • Manufactured from high quality machine finished aluminum
  • Can be installed in less than an hour using common hand tools with no drilling or cutting required
  • Simple to install
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2920)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$34.49
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:
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Holley – OEM Repl Thottle Bodies (Part No.502-6)

OEM Repl Thottle Bodies

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$850.99
Holley designed these throttle bodies with all relevant emission provisions and hook-ups for a true 50 state legal installation. They are engineered for a bolt-on installation on stock factory Manifolds for the applications cataloged. The one barrel throttle bodies have been assigned California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) Executive Order (E.O.) number D-115-4. The two barrel throttle replacement bodies are considered to be the functional equivalent of the original equipment throttle body and, as such, are considered to be 50-State legal.

Product Features:
  • Direct Replacement For OE Units
  • 2 in. Throttle Bore
  • 42 percent Area Increase Over Stock TBI
  • Including Air Distribution Ring
  • Increased Torque and Horsepower
  • 50 State Legal
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Weiand – Action Plus Water Pumps (Part No.9240P)

Action Plus Water Pumps

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$215.99
Weiand’s light weight, performance aluminum mechanical Action-Plus water pumps give a weight saving of 30 percent to 50 percent over stock cast-iron pumps. These pumps feature a premium quality bearing and seal that have twice the load capacity of stock pumps. Weiand’s exclusive housing counter bore keeps the bearing form walking out. All pumps are designed with the necessary bracket bosses and water connections to fit popular street applications.

Product Features:
  • Twisted Snout Water Pump Design For Updated Style
  • Street Performance
  • Heavy Duty Shaft w/5/8 in. Pilot
  • Six-Blade Stamped Steel
  • Anti-Cavitation Impeller
  • 100 Percent Leak Tested
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1886)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$63.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Rigid core, molded silicone rubber gaskets utilize the one-piece molded rubber technology for a perfect fit, ease of installation and include compression limiters to prevent overtightening.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Cylinder Head Bolts (Part No.941G)

Ultra Seal; Cylinder Head Bolts

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$64.99
These grade 8 alloy, longer length bolts allow increased torque and clamping.

Product Features:
  • Cylinder head bolts
  • Longer-than-stock
  • High quality grade 8 alloy
  • Increase torque settings
  • Higher clamp loads on gasket
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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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.946G)

Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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$25.99
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 – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.957G)

Intake Manifold Bolts

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$21.99
Choose from grade 5 hex or socket head intake bolts or grade 8 bolts with twelve point smaller-than-standard head and flange, ideal for where space is minimal. Bolts and washers are bright zinc plated for protection and appearance.

Product Features:
  • Grade 8 material
  • Extra thick flat washers
  • Ideal for minimal space
  • 12-pt head and flange
  • Zinc plated for protection
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600 (Part No.20482)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600

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$563.99
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:
  • 3400-3800 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000 (Part No.20481)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3000

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$696.99
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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Competition Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs (Part No.1074)

Ultra Seal; Competition Screw-In Rocker Arm Studs

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$73.99
This stud uses heat treated grade 8 alloy steel. The enlarged radius base provides extra strength for a more durable stable shank. Black plated finish. Fits Chevy small block and Ford small block.

Product Features:
  • Heat-treated
  • Grade 8 alloy steel
  • Ex strength enlarged radius
  • More durable/stable shank
  • Prevents stud flexing
  • Black plated finish
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Edelbrock – Victor Jr. 23 Degree Intake Manifold Small-Block Chevy (Part No.2975)

Victor Jr. 23 Degree Intake Manifold Small-Block Chevy

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$404.99
Race winning design for all types of competition. Single plane maximizes torque and horsepower. Runners feature extra material for custom porting. For performance in 3500 to 7500 RPM range. Low profile design helps minimal hood clearance. Can use 1 or 2 inch spacers to tune performance. Use PN(2999) where 1 inch spacers are not allowed. Best for standard port heads.

Product Features:
  • Race Winning Design for all Types of Competition
  • Single Plane Maximizes Torque and Horsepower
  • Runners Feature Extra Material for Custom Porting
  • For Performance in 3500 to 7500 RPM Range
  • Low Profile Design Helps Minimal Hood Clearance
  • Can Use 1 Or 2 in. Spacers To Tune Performance
  • Use PN[2999] Where 1 in. Spacers Not Allowed
  • Best for Standard Port Heads
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Weiand – X-CELerator; Intake Manifold (Part No.7547-1)

X-CELerator; Intake Manifold

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$242.99


Product Features:
  • 2000-6500 RPM Power Band
  • Single Plane/Open Plenum Design
  • No Provision For Divorced Or Hot Air Choke
  • Square Flange Carburetor Mounting
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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold for 1987-95 Small-Block Chevy, Polished Finish (Part No.21041)

Performer Intake Manifold for 1987-95 Small-Block Chevy, Polished Finish

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$627.99
Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 Deg Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Accepts Late-Model Choke; Waterneck; and HEI
  • Accepts A/C And Alternator
  • Accepts Exhaust Heated Chokes
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Mr. Gasket – GSKT INTAKE (Part No.5812)

GSKT INTAKE

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$46.99
GSKT INTAKE

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1210)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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$44.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 9 Piece Set (Part No.1212)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 9 Piece Set

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$27.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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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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$30.99
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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1989 GMC R3500 Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1989 GMC R3500. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 86 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $12.99 to $1,048.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1989 GMC R3500 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 1989 GMC R3500. 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 1989 GMC R3500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 26 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Action Plus Water Pumps with 3.7 stars and Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95 with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1989 GMC R3500 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 1989 GMC R3500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1989 GMC R3500 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 R3500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Spectre Performance Engines

We carry Spectre parts in our stock across Performance Throttle Body Spacers and Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets categories, plus more. For a 1989 GMC R3500, our most popular Spectre Performance Engines include:
Throttle Body Injection Spacer
from $94.99
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Throttle Body Injection Spacer
Performance Throttle Body Spacers
Valve Cover Gasket Steel/Rubber Bbc
from $31.99
(1)
Valve Cover Gasket Steel/Rubber Bbc
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Top 1989 GMC R3500 Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Mr. Gasket products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1989 GMC R3500. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:
Intake Manifold Bolts
from $29.99
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Intake Manifold Bolts
Performance Intake Manifolds
Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $40.99
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Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

FAQs for 1989 GMC R3500 Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1989 GMC R3500?

Out of 86 Performance Engines for the 1989 GMC R3500, the most popular in our inventory are:
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
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 9 Piece Set
from $27.49
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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 9 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
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

What are the top-rated 1989 GMC R3500 Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1989 GMC R3500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Action Plus Water Pumps
from $215.99
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Action Plus Water Pumps
“I bought this item for my 1979 Camaro SBC for Street/Strip application. Water pump weighs 4 LBS less than factory, comes with its own cork gaskets. N”
Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chevy 262-400 V8 1957-95
from $60.99
(2)
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.”
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $62.99
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
“Have not had a chance to install, but have used FelPro in the past with good results.”