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Pioneer Cables 500231 Engine Timing Cover

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Engine Timing Cover for OE-Style Replacement

Pioneer Cables 500231 is an engine timing cover built as a direct OE replacement alternative for a wide range of GM, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Cadillac, and Jeep applications. It is developed to original design specifications for proper fitment and is made from durable plastic or metal construction, depending on application requirements.

This timing cover is a practical choice for restoring sealing surfaces and protecting the timing set on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Pontiac Grand Prix, and Buick Regal. Pioneer Cables 500231 is also listed with multiple interchange references for added catalog matching confidence.

Key Features

  • OE replacement timing cover for engine valve train service
  • Developed to originally specified designs for fit and alignment
  • Durable construction using high-quality plastic or metal
  • Includes the components needed for a smoother installation
  • Cross-references Pioneer Cables 500231 for catalog lookup

Detailed Description

Pioneer Cables 500231 timing cover is engineered for direct replacement use on compatible engines across a broad range of classic and late-1970s through 1980s vehicles. It is commonly searched as an engine timing cover for Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1985-1987, Pontiac Grand Prix 1977-1987, and Buick Regal 1975-1986 applications, along with many other GM platforms. The cover is designed to match original specifications so it installs with the correct fit and supports proper timing component protection.

This part cross-references 308116 and 308207B for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

  • Damaged or corroded timing cover housing
  • Oil leakage at the front of the engine
  • Worn sealing surfaces around the timing set area
  • Fitment issues from an incorrect replacement cover
  • Restoration work on classic GM and Jeep engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine configuration and timing indicator requirements before installation. Some listed applications, including certain Buick Century, Buick Regal, Jeep CJ5, and Jeep Wagoneer models, require a timing indicator. Other applications, such as several Chevrolet and Pontiac listings, note a 14 bolt oil pan configuration. Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and engine details against the fitment list before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Pioneer Cables develops these timing covers as OE replacement alternatives using application-specific designs for proper fitment and durable service. The part number 500231 is cataloged against multiple interchange references to support accurate identification during repair and restoration work.

  • Compatible with 1964-1987 Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Jeep applications listed in fitment
  • Common search terms include Chevrolet Monte Carlo timing cover, Pontiac Grand Prix timing cover, and Buick Regal engine timing cover
  • Pioneer Cables 500231 is referenced for classic GM engine timing cover replacement

This part fits 308 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelDrive TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1987ChevroletMonte Carlo3.8LV6N/A
1987OldsmobileCutlass Ciera3.8LV6N/A
1987OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser3.8LV6N/A
1987OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1987PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1986BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1986ChevroletMonte Carlo3.8LV6N/A
1986OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1986PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1986PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1985BuickLeSabre3.8LV6N/A
1985BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1985BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1985ChevroletMonte Carlo3.8LV6N/A
1985OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1985OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1985PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1985PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1985PontiacParisienne3.8LV6N/A
1984BuickLeSabre4.1LV6N/A
1984BuickRegal4.1LV6N/A
1984BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1984BuickRiviera4.1LV6N/A
1984BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1984ChevroletCapriceRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1984ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1984ChevroletImpalaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1984ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1984OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1984OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1984OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1984OldsmobileToronado4.1LV6N/A
1984PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1984PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1984PontiacParisienne3.8LV6N/A
1983BuickLeSabre4.1LV6N/A
1983BuickRegal4.1LV6N/A
1983BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1983BuickRiviera4.1LV6N/A
1983BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1983ChevroletCapriceRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1983ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1983ChevroletImpalaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1983ChevroletMalibuRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1983ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1983Oldsmobile984.1LV6N/A
1983OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1983OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser3.8LV6N/A
1983OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1983OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1983OldsmobileToronado4.1LV6N/A
1983PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1983PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1983PontiacParisienne3.8LV6N/A
1982BuickLeSabre4.1LV6N/A
1982BuickRegal4.1LV6N/A
1982BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1982BuickRiviera4.1LV6N/A
1982BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1982CadillacDeVille4.1LV6N/A
1982CadillacEldorado4.1LV6N/A
1982CadillacFleetwood4.1LV6N/A
1982CadillacSeville4.1LV6N/A
1982ChevroletCapriceRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1982ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1982ChevroletImpalaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1982ChevroletMalibuRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1982ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1982Oldsmobile984.1LV6N/A
1982OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1982OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser3.8LV6N/A
1982OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1982OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1982OldsmobileToronado4.1LV6N/A
1982PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1982PontiacGrand Prix4.1LV6N/A
1982PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1982PontiacParisienne3.8LV6N/A
1981BuickLeSabre4.1LV6N/A
1981BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1981BuickRiviera4.1LV6N/A
1981BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1981CadillacDeVille4.1LV6N/A
1981CadillacEldorado4.1LV6N/A
1981CadillacFleetwood4.1LV6N/A
1981CadillacSeville4.1LV6N/A
1981ChevroletCamaroRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1981ChevroletCapriceRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1981ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1981ChevroletImpalaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1981ChevroletMalibuRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1981ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1981Oldsmobile984.1LV6N/A
1981OldsmobileCutlass3.8LV6N/A
1981OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1981OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser3.8LV6N/A
1981OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1981OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1981OldsmobileToronado4.1LV6N/A
1981PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1981PontiacCatalinaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1981PontiacFirebird3.8LV6N/A
1981PontiacGrand LeMans3.8LV6N/A
1981PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1981PontiacLeMans3.8LV6N/A
1981PontiacParisienne3.8LV6N/A
1980BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1980BuickLeSabre4.1LV6N/A
1980BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1980BuickRivieraFWD5.7LV8N/A
1980BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1980BuickSkyhawk3.8LV6N/A
1980CadillacDeVille4.1LV6N/A
1980CadillacFleetwood4.1LV6N/A
1980ChevroletCamaroRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1980ChevroletCapriceRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1980ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1980ChevroletImpalaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1980ChevroletMalibuRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1980ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1980ChevroletMonza3.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileCutlass3.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileCutlass Cruiser3.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileCutlass Salon3.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1980OldsmobileStarfire3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacBonneville5.7LV8N/A
1980PontiacBonneville3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacCatalinaRWD5.7LV8N/A
1980PontiacCatalinaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1980PontiacFirebird3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacGrand LeMans3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacLaurentianRWD5.7LV8N/A
1980PontiacLeMans3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacParisienne3.8LV6N/A
1980PontiacParisienne5.7LV8N/A
1980PontiacSunbird3.8LV6N/A
1979BuickCenturyRWD5.7LV8N/A
1979BuickCenturyRWD3.8LV6N/A
1979BuickCentury3.2LV6N/A
1979BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1979BuickLeSabreRWD3.8LV6N/A
1979BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1979BuickRegal3.2LV6N/A
1979BuickRivieraFWD5.7LV8N/A
1979BuickRiviera3.8LV6N/A
1979BuickSkyhawk3.8LV6N/A
1979BuickSkylarkRWD5.7LV8N/A
1979BuickSkylarkRWD3.8LV6N/A
1979ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1979ChevroletMalibuRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1979ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1979ChevroletMonza3.8LV6N/A
1979ChevroletMonza3.2LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileCutlass3.8LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileCutlass Salon3.8LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileOmega3.8LV6N/A
1979OldsmobileStarfire3.8LV6N/A
1979PontiacBonneville5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacCatalinaRWD5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacCatalinaRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1979PontiacFirebird5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacFirebird3.8LV6N/A
1979PontiacGrand AmRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1979PontiacGrand LeMans5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacGrand LeMans3.8LV6N/A
1979PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1979PontiacLaurentian5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacLeMans5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacLeMans3.8LV6N/A
1979PontiacParisienne5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacPhoenix5.7LV8N/A
1979PontiacPhoenix3.8LV6N/A
1979PontiacSunbird3.8LV6N/A
1978BuickCenturyRWD5.7LV8N/A
1978BuickCenturyRWD3.8LV6N/A
1978BuickCentury3.2LV6N/A
1978BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1978BuickLeSabreRWD3.8LV6N/A
1978BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1978BuickRegal3.2LV6N/A
1978BuickRiviera5.7LV8N/A
1978BuickSkyhawk3.8LV6N/A
1978BuickSkylarkRWD5.7LV8N/A
1978BuickSkylarkRWD3.8LV6N/A
1978ChevroletEl Camino3.8LV6N/A
1978ChevroletMalibuRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1978ChevroletMonte CarloRWD3.8LV6N/A14 Bolt Oil Pan
1978ChevroletMonza3.8LV6N/A
1978ChevroletMonza3.2LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileCutlass3.8LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileCutlass Calais3.8LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileCutlass Salon3.8LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileOmega3.8LV6N/A
1978OldsmobileStarfire3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacBonneville5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacCatalinaRWD5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacCatalinaRWD3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacFirebird5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacFirebird3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacGrand LeMans5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacGrand LeMans3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacGrand Prix3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacLaurentian5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacLeMans5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacLeMans3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacParisienne5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacPhoenix5.7LV8N/A
1978PontiacPhoenix3.8LV6N/A
1978PontiacSunbird3.8LV6N/A
1977BuickCentury5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1977BuickCenturyRWD3.8LV6N/A
1977BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1977BuickLeSabreRWD3.8LV6N/A
1977BuickRegal5.7LV8N/A
1977BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1977BuickRiviera5.7LV8N/A
1977BuickSkyhawk3.8LV6N/A
1977BuickSkylarkRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977BuickSkylarkRWD3.8LV6N/A
1977OldsmobileCutlass3.8LV6N/A
1977OldsmobileCutlass Supreme3.8LV6N/A
1977OldsmobileDelta 883.8LV6N/A
1977OldsmobileOmega3.8LV6N/A
1977OldsmobileStarfire3.8LV6N/A
1977PontiacBonnevilleRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacCatalinaRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacCatalinaRWD3.8LV6N/A
1977PontiacFirebirdRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacFirebird3.8LV6N/A
1977PontiacGrand LeMans5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacGrand LeMans3.8LV6N/A
1977PontiacGrand PrixRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacLaurentianRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacLeMans5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacLeMans3.8LV6N/A
1977PontiacParisienneRWD5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacPhoenix5.7LV8N/A
1977PontiacPhoenix3.8LV6N/A
1977PontiacSunbird3.8LV6N/A
1976BuickCentury5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1976BuickCenturyRWD3.8LV6N/A
1976BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1976BuickLeSabreRWD3.8LV6N/A
1976BuickRegal5.7LV8N/A
1976BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1976BuickSkyhawk3.8LV6N/A
1976BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1976BuickSkylarkRWD3.8LV6N/A
1976OldsmobileStarfire3.8LV6N/A
1976PontiacSunbird3.8LV6N/A
1975BuickCentury5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1975BuickCenturyRWD3.8LV6N/A
1975BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1975BuickRegal5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1975BuickRegalRWD3.8LV6N/A
1975BuickSkyhawk3.8LV6N/A
1975BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1975BuickSkylarkRWD3.8LV6N/A
1975OldsmobileOmega5.7LV8N/A
1975OldsmobileStarfire3.8LV6N/A
1974BuickCentury5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1974BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1974BuickRegal5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1973BuickCentury5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1973BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1973BuickRegal5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1972BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1972BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1971BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1971BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1971JeepCJ53.7LV6N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1971JeepWagoneer5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1970BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1970BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1970JeepCJ53.7LV6N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1970JeepWagoneer5.7LV8N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1969BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1969BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1969JeepCJ53.7LV6N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1968BuickLeSabre5.7LV8N/A
1968BuickSkylark5.7LV8N/A
1968JeepCJ53.7LV6N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1968PontiacAcadianRWD5.7LV8N/A
1968PontiacFirebirdRWD5.7LV8N/A
1968PontiacLeMansRWD5.7LV8N/A
1968PontiacTempestRWD5.7LV8N/A
1967BuickLeSabre5.6LV8N/A
1967BuickSkylark5.6LV8N/A
1967BuickSkylark3.7LV6N/A
1967JeepCJ53.7LV6N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1966BuickLeSabre5.6LV8N/A
1966BuickSkylark5.6LV8N/A
1966BuickSkylark4.9LV8N/A
1966BuickSkylark3.7LV6N/A
1966JeepCJ53.7LV6N/ARequires Timing Indicator
1965BuickLeSabre4.9LV8N/A
1965BuickSkylark4.9LV8N/A
1965BuickSkylark3.7LV6N/A
1964BuickSkylarkRWD3.7LV6N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

25515465308116308207B308208308209635504TCV8RRTW6570SC

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.