1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Keep Your 1961 Mercury Comet in Top Shape with Quality Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Valve Cover and Cylinder Head, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1961 Mercury Comet looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Rocker Arm Shaft Plugs, Engine Valve Lifters, and Cylinder Head Gasket Sets. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Head at Advance Auto Parts is around $15.52, with a range that starts at $1.79 and goes up to $47.99. With 4 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set, Steel Cup Expansion Plug 13.70mm, Height 0.180 (Sold by each), and Engine Valve Lifter start at just $1.79 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Valve Cover and Cylinder Head, don’t forget to check out other key components like Engine Gaskets and Seals and Engine Timing Parts. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1961 Mercury Comet in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford (Part No.7368)

Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford

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$151.99
Product Features:
  • Head: 4.400″ Bore/0.038″ Thick/9.90cc Vol.
  • Intake: 1.40″x2.10″ Port/.060″ Thick
  • Exhaust: 1.40″x2.04″ Port
  • 3/16″ Valve Cover
  • Multi Piece Configuration
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Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8548 PT-11)

PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$83.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8004-1)

Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$105.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Head sets contain gaskets and seals necessary for a valve grind or head reconditioning job
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit and premium seal
  • Premium quality parts you can trust
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Contains all the parts needed to complete the repair unless otherwise noted
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Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 7916 PT-2)

PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$47.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8548 PT-2)

PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

from

$62.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.AT-872)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$7.49
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-900B)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$29.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2083)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$11.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-900)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$12.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM Hydraulic Flat Tappet Lifters (Part No.9705)

Performer RPM Hydraulic Flat Tappet Lifters

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$211.99
Product Features:
  • Hydraulic Flat Tappet Lifter
  • Steel Material
  • 0.874 in. Outside Diameter
  • Set of 16
  • Performer RPM Series
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2083B)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$6.49
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.AT-872B)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$4.79
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480 (sold by each) (Part No.555-028)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480 (sold by each)

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$2.79
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 13.70mm, Height 0.180 (Sold by each) (Part No.555-007)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 13.70mm, Height 0.180 (Sold by each)

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$1.79
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Most Popular Rocker Arm Shaft Plug for 1961 Mercury Comets

Enhance your 1961 Mercury Comet with this popular Rocker Arm Shaft Plug we have in stock, for $1.79.

Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 13.70mm, Height 0.180 (Sold by each) (Part No.555-007)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 13.70mm, Height 0.180 (Sold by each)

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$1.79
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Best-Selling 1961 Mercury Comet Engine Valve Lifters

Upgrade your Comet with one of our 2 best-selling Engine Valve Lifters.

Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.AT-872)

Engine Valve Lifter

from

$7.49
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
See More

Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.AT-872B)

Engine Valve Lifter

from

$4.79
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
See More

Top-Quality Cylinder Head Gasket Sets for 1961 Mercury Comets

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Mercury Comets and enjoy top-notch performance from $47.99.

Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 7916 PT-2)

PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

from

$47.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
See More

FAQs for 1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

What are the best-selling Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for 1961 Mercury Comets?

Out of 4 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads that fit 1961 Mercury Comets, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

The prices of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1961 Mercury Comet range from $1.79 up to $47.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Valve Cover and Cylinder Head for a 1961 Mercury Comet?

The average price for Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1961 Mercury Comet is $15.52. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Valve Cover and Cylinder Head category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for other Mercury Comet model years?

Yes, we carry Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for 15 model years of Mercury Comets between 1960 and 1977. The following model years are the most popular for Valve Cover and Cylinder Head purchases: 1977, 1976, 1975, 1974, 1973, 1972, 1971, 1969, and 1968.

What are the cheapest Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for my 1961 Mercury Comet?

The cheapest 1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for any other 1961 Mercury models?

Yes. We stock Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for 3 other popular 1961 Mercury models. Some of the most popular are 1961 Monterey Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, 1961 Colony Park Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, 1961 Commuter Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, and 1961 Meteor Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads.

What types of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads do you sell for my 1961 Mercury Comet?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for a 1961 Mercury Comet:

Can I get help with 1961 Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Head orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Mercury Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads and more.

What is your return policy for Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Comet Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.