1968 Ford Custom 500 Performance Engines

Essential 1968 Ford Custom 500 Performance Engines

Edelbrock – 289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit (Part No.8552)

289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit

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$107.99


Product Features:
  • Highest Quality Head Bolts
  • Cold-Formed/Heat Treated
  • Ensures Molecular Integrity
  • Reduced Diameter Bolt Heads
  • Hardened/Parallel-Ground Washers Included
  • Rated At 170000 psi
  • Manufactured By ARP
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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Ford 351M/400 (Part No.9633)

Pushrod Set for Ford 351M/400

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$188.99
Product Features:
  • 9.5 in. Length
  • 0.312 in. Diameter
  • 4130 Chromoly Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Mr. Gasket – Precision Timing Tape (Part No.1594)

Precision Timing Tape

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$18.99
Avoid trouble with this precision timing tape. Use it for accurate timing, setting valve lash or when degreeing the harmonic balancer.

Product Features:
  • Accurate in calibration
  • For hi-performance engines
  • Increased performance
  • Set valve lash at proper time
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Mr. Gasket – Super Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6082)

Super Intake Manifold Bolts

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$40.99
Super Intake Manifold Bolts

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.923G)

Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$77.99
Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

Product Features:
  • Sure-lock rocker arm nuts
  • Precise valve train adjustment
  • Keep rocker arms locked
  • High-quality grade steel
  • Heat-treated for ex strength
  • Plated with durable gold tone finish
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Dress-Up Kit (Part No.9833)

Chrome Dress-Up Kit

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$149.99
Kits include most popular chrome dress-up components, including short, OEM height valve covers with integral oil baffles.

Product Features:
  • Includes oil baffles
  • Chrome plated
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 390-428 FE V8 1961-1976 (Part No.5806)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 390-428 FE V8 1961-1976

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$72.99
Product Features:
  • Non-Rotator Type
  • 1.458 in. Outer Diameter
  • 1.062 in. Inner Diameter
  • 1.062 in. Coil Blind
  • Set of 16
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1613)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$27.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Blue Stripe performance cork-rubber gaskets use cork particles evenly distributed throughout a rubber binder resulting in a compressible gasket without leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 429-460 (Part No.4734)

Water Neck; Ford 429-460

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$54.99
Spectre’s Ford V8 water neck fits Ford 429 – 460 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes sealing O-ring, and has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for the Ford temp sensor.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 429 – 460 engines
  • Has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for temperature sensor
  • Includes sealing O-ring
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
  • Hardware not included
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Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 390-428 (Part No.4736)

Water Neck; Ford 390-428

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$47.99
Spectre’s Ford water neck fits Ford 390, 427 and 428 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 390, 427 and 428 engines
  • Includes bolts and gasket
  • Chrome plated
  • Easy to install
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1817)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$27.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Felcoid/Plus gaskets have a fiber sheet core and a latex rubber coating to eliminate potential leakage paths. The core material resists crushing and splitting, while providing excellent blowout resistance.
  • With steel core to provide ultimate excellent blowout resistance.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.292)

Oil Pan Gasket

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$29.99
Manufactured from high-density cork and rubber blend gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan seals where applicable. For OE replacement and high performance street.

Product Features:
  • One-piece design
  • Eliminates potential leaks
  • Prevents over tightening
  • Prevents torque loss
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Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-215-2)

High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 221-302

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$550.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications. Offering

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1024)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$85.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • 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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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1018)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$49.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • 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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Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold (Part No.75811)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold

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$772.99
Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Improve performance on the street or race track. Larger cross-sectional area and taller card flange. Compatibility with lar

Product Features:
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed For 1500 To 6500 RPM
  • Designed For Street And High Performance
  • Larger Cross Sectional Area
  • Taller Carb Flange
  • Compatibility w/Large Displacement 351W Based Eng.
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Edelbrock – Performer 351 Intake Manifold for Ford 351- 2V Cleveland Engine (Part No.2750)

Performer 351 Intake Manifold for Ford 351- 2V Cleveland Engine

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$416.99


Product Features:
  • For Idle to 5500 RPM Street-Driven Performance
  • Dual-Plane Low-Rise Intake w/180 deg. Firing Order
  • Patented Runner Design Ensures Broad Torque Curve
  • Excellent Throttle Response and Mid-Range Power
  • 50-State Street Legal if Correct Carburetor Used
  • Accepts both 4V and 2V Carburetors
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2901)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$31.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2948)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$49.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Street Legal Performer; Cylinder Head (Part No.603519)

Street Legal Performer; Cylinder Head

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$958.99
50 state street legal aluminum cylinder head. Out-of-the-box bolt-on performance. Intake valves are used for stock pistons.

Product Features:
  • 50-State Street Legal Aluminum Cylinder Head
  • Out-of-the-Box Bolt-On Performance
  • Hand-Blended Intake and Exhaust Bowls
  • CNC-Matched Intake/Exhaust Ports in Std Location
  • Thicker Deck Surfaces than Other Brands
  • Heli-Coils in Rocker Studs and Exhaust Bolt Holes
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Edelbrock – Street Legal Performer; Cylinder Head (Part No.60349)

Street Legal Performer; Cylinder Head

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$668.99
50 state street legal aluminum cylinder head. Out-of-the-box bolt-on performance. Intake valves are used for stock pistons.

Product Features:
  • 50-State Street Legal Aluminum Cylinder Head
  • Out-of-the-Box Bolt-On Performance
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$100.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.223)

Intake Gasket

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$35.99
Mr. Gasket standard intake gasket sets are manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber, for excellent sealing and durability. They’re precision die-cut for each specific application to ensure a great fit, and can be custom-trimmed for modified ports where needed. The sets come complete with all necessary seals and block-off plates.

Product Features:
  • Designed to ensure excellent sealing
  • Provides long lasting durability
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.203G)

Intake Gasket

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$30.99
Mr. Gasket standard intake gasket sets are manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber, for excellent sealing and durability. They’re precision die-cut for each specific application to ensure a great fit, and can be custom-trimmed for modified ports where needed. The sets come complete with all necessary seals and block-off plates.

Product Features:
  • Forms an airtight leak proof seal
  • Precision die cut for excellent seal and fit
  • Can be trimmed to meet your specifications
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1230)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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$38.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7830)

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$80.99


Product Features:
  • Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
  • For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
  • Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
  • 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
  • True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
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Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

TIMING CHAIN

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$29.99
Product Features:
  • Timing Chain Only
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Edelbrock – Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7335)

Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$185.99


Product Features:
  • Dial-In Your Camshaft With Ease
  • Made From Induction Hardened Billet Steel
  • Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
  • Billet SAE-1144 Steel Crank Sprockets
  • Multiple Keyways
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1968 Ford Custom 500 Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1968 Ford Custom 500. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 52 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $18.99 to $958.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1968 Ford Custom 500 running smoothly.

Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 5 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1968 Ford Custom 500. FEL-PRO Performance, Mr. Gasket, and Edelbrock are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Performance Engines for your 1968 Ford Custom 500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 36 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include 289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit with 2.0 stars and Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1968 Ford Custom 500 rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1968 Ford Custom 500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1968 Ford Custom 500 demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Engines make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Custom 500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular Spectre Performance Engines

We carry Spectre parts in our stock across Performance Water Outlets categories, plus more. For a 1968 Ford Custom 500, our most popular Spectre Performance Engines include:
Water Neck; Ford 390-428
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Water Neck; Ford 390-428
Performance Water Outlets

Top 1968 Ford Custom 500 Performance Engines from FEL-PRO Performance

FEL-PRO Performance products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1968 Ford Custom 500. Popular FEL-PRO Performance parts include:
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set
from $33.99
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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
from $25.49
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PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $51.99
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

FAQs for 1968 Ford Custom 500 Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1968 Ford Custom 500?

Out of 52 Performance Engines for the 1968 Ford Custom 500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Intake Manifold Bolts
from $19.99
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Intake Manifold Bolts
Performance Intake Manifolds
Intake Manifold Gasket for 1963-1996 Small-Block Fords
from $28.99
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Intake Manifold Gasket for 1963-1996 Small-Block Fords
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $46.99
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

What are the top-rated 1968 Ford Custom 500 Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1968 Ford Custom 500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
from $107.99
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289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
“Great quality bolts. They include thread locker. Would definitely recommend to anyone replacing their heads.”
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $85.99
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
“This is the best head gasket on the market and ADVANCE is the new BEST place to buy HP parts WOW great prices”
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set
from $31.49
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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set
“Since the first set of gaskets failed and filled the crankcase of my vintage Boss 302 motor with coolant, these were the new replacement gaskets. Hope”