1979 Lancia Beta Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

17 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 1979 Lancia Beta come from 4 brands — PEAK, PRESTONE, FVP and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL.

In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.

The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, VALVOLINE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is VALVOLINE ZXG051.

In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.

In the Standard Replacement grade, PEAK, FVP and PRESTONE supply 7 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is FVP GREEN5050GAL.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

This group shows a single part: ACDELCO 31006.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

2 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 1979 Lancia Beta come from 2 brands — ACDELCO and MOTORAD.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO 12A01 and MOTORAD 3003.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

This group shows a single part: LILAND GLOBAL 280AA.

This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

4 Radiator Cap parts for the 1979 Lancia Beta come from 3 brands — MOTORAD, SKP and CALORSTAT.

In the Locking Replacement grade, MOTORAD and SKP supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOTORAD ST7.

Standard Replacement: 2 parts, from CALORSTAT and MOTORAD. A representative part number is CALORSTAT RC0067.

This group includes MOTORAD ST7, SKP SKST7 and CALORSTAT RC0067 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

4 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 1979 Lancia Beta, from DAYCO and GATES.

Economy: 1 part, from DAYCO. A representative part number is DAYCO 81041.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from GATES and DAYCO. DAYCO 70938 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DAYCO 81041, DAYCO 70938 and GATES 20802, among others listed above.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

2 Water Pump parts are listed for the 1979 Lancia Beta, from FVP and GMB.

Listed part numbers: FVP 1231030, plus the other parts above.