This page lists 6 engine parts for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8, across 3 part types, covering the 3.5L V8 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1982 Morgan Plus 8, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. All 6 listed parts are Connecting Rod Bearing (3 parts), Crankshaft Main Bearing (2 parts) and Camshaft Bearing (1 part).
The 1982 Morgan Plus 8 came with a single engine, the 3.5L V8, and every part is verified against it.
2 brands supply engine parts for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8, led by SEALED POWER (4 parts) and KING ENGINE BEARINGS (2 parts).
Each part number listed for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8 opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Camshaft Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEALED POWER | 1421M | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Camshaft bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
One part is listed for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8 — SEALED POWER 1421M.
Connecting Rod Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | CR811SI | 🇺🇸 US | BI-Metal (aluminum silicon base)Set | View on Amazon |
| SEALED POWER | 2500RAA | 🇺🇸 US | A-Series aluminum bearings | View on Amazon |
| SEALED POWER | 82500RAA | 🇺🇸 US | SetA-Series aluminum bearings | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
3 Connecting Rod Bearing parts are listed for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8, from SEALED POWER and KING ENGINE BEARINGS.
Listed part numbers: KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR811SI, SEALED POWER 2500RAA and SEALED POWER 82500RAA.
Crankshaft Main Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KING ENGINE BEARINGS | MB589AM | 🇺🇸 US | BI-Metal (aluminum base)Set | View on Amazon |
| SEALED POWER | 4096MA | 🇺🇸 US | SetA-Series aluminum bearings | View on Amazon |
This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
2 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8 come from 2 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS and SEALED POWER.
Part numbers include KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB589AM and SEALED POWER 4096MA.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1982 Morgan Plus 8
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 3.5L V8 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Connecting Rod Bearing and Crankshaft Main Bearing .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1982 Morgan Plus 8?
Our catalog currently lists 6 engine parts for the 1982 Morgan Plus 8 across 3 subcategories and 2 brands, covering the 3.5L V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1982 Morgan Plus 8?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1982 Morgan Plus 8 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1982 Morgan Plus 8?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L V8 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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