1996 Morgan Plus 8 Engine Parts

Engine:
3.5L V8

This page lists 3 engine parts for the 1996 Morgan Plus 8, across 2 part types, covering the 3.5L V8 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.

On the 1996 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 3 listed parts are Oil (2 parts) and Crankshaft Main Bearing (1 part).

Crankshaft Main Bearing

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB589AM
🇺🇸 US
BI-Metal (aluminum base)Set
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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.

Oil

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
VALVOLINE VV180
🇺🇸 US
Full Synthetic High Mileage with Max Life Technology SAE 10W-301 Quart
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VALVOLINE 881170
🇺🇸 US
Full Synthetic High Mileage with Max Life Technology SAE 10W-30Easy Pour 5 Quart
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This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable.

Buying Engine Parts for a 1996 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: Oil and Crankshaft Main Bearing .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many engine parts fit the 1996 Morgan Plus 8?

Our catalog currently lists 3 engine parts for the 1996 Morgan Plus 8 across 2 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 1996 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 oil viscosity is listed for the 1996 Morgan Plus 8?

Oil rows on this page include SAE 10W-30. Confirm the engine and the weight on the filler cap before you buy — high-mileage and standard fills can differ.

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 1996 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 1996 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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