1972 Ford Custom Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Essential 1972 Ford Custom Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8548 PT-11)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$77.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

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 Rocker Arm Nut (Part No.MR-1751)

Engine Rocker Arm Nut

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$0.95
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.
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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3164)

Engine Push Rod

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$2.49
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.
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Sealed Power – Engine Exhaust Valve (Part No.V-1961)

Engine Exhaust Valve

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$8.49
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.
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Edelbrock – Ford FE Head Bolt Kit (Part No.8557)

Ford FE Head Bolt Kit

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$179.99
Product Features:
  • Hex Head Drive Type
  • 4 in. Length
  • 0.5 in. Thread Diameter
  • Coarse Thread Type
  • Chromoly Material
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Edelbrock – RPM Small-Block Ford 1.90" Cylinder Head Hydraulic Roller Camshaft (Part No.60225)

RPM Small-Block Ford 1.90" Cylinder Head Hydraulic Roller Camshaft

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$1009.99
The Edelbrock #60225 Performer RPM cylinder head is designed for use with 289-351W c.i.d. Small-Block Ford applications. The Edelbrock #60225 Performer RPM head is perfect for street performance, daily drivers, street rods and muscle cars where seat-of-th

Product Features:
  • Complete Single For Hydraulic Roller
  • 60cc Combustion Chamber Volume
  • 170cc Intake/60cc Exhaust Runner Volume
  • 1.9 in. Intake/1.6 in. Exhaust Valve Diameter
  • 0.625 in. Deck Thickness
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-836)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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$12.49
Sealed Power® Vintage components provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like new performance. Leading edge materials, ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.

Product Features:
  • Complete rocker arm assembly
  • 1 Arm
  • 1 Ball
  • 1 Nut
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7313)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford

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$61.99
Product Features:
  • Cylinder Head Gasket
  • 1963-1996 289-302 (except boss)-351w; 1982-1996 5L
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Dorman – Pipe Plug C.S. Square 3/8-18 Npt, Head Size 5/16 In. (sold by each) (Part No.090-019)

Pipe Plug C.S. Square 3/8-18 Npt, Head Size 5/16 In. (sold by each)

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$2.99
This engine cylinder head 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 cylinder head 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 – Pipe Plug C.S. Hex 3/4-14 Npt X 5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.090-072)

Pipe Plug C.S. Hex 3/4-14 Npt X 5/8 In. (sold by each)

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$3.49
This engine cylinder head 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 cylinder head 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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Edelbrock – Hydraulic Roller Lifter Kit for Big-Block Ford. (Part No.97453)

Hydraulic Roller Lifter Kit for Big-Block Ford.

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$959.99
Product Features:
  • Precision Self-Aligning Hydraulic Roller Lifter
  • Retro-Fit Lifter
  • Use w/Hyd Roller Lifter In Non-Roller Engine Block
  • Originally Equipped w/Conventional Lifters
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-900)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$9.79
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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ARP Auto Racing – 1.895"Oal Stud, 1"D Adjuster Thread, 3/8"-24, 7/16"-14 Thread, 0.71"D Screw-In (Part No.134-7124)

1.895"Oal Stud, 1"D Adjuster Thread, 3/8"-24, 7/16"-14 Thread, 0.71"D Screw-In

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$7.99
If you have ever installed a rocker stud into a cylinder head and watched it wobble as it screwed in, you knew from the beginning that the rocker geometry was going to be inconsistent all over the place. ARP rocker studs are concentric within 0.005 T.I.R. thread pitch to thread pitch. They run in straight and true. Lengths are exact designed to provide positive seating every time. An extra large radius base offers greater resistance to flex. Available in both High Performance and Pro Series models. To be used with ARP patented Perma-Loc(TM) adjusters.

Product Features:
  • Made Of 8740 Chrome Moly Forgings
  • Heat Treated To 180,000 Psi
  • Excellent For Elapsed Time Bracket Racing, Limited Rule Oval Track Competition And Street Use
  • Lengths Are Exact Designed To Provide Positive Seating Every Time
  • Sold As A Pair
  • 1″ Adjuster Thread Length
  • 3/8″-24 Shank Diameter and Thread
  • 3/8″ Typical Small Block Application with Roller Rockers
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Chevy Small Block, 1.895" Stud L, Black Oxide, Chrome, Set Of 16 (Part No.134-7104)

For Use With Chevy Small Block, 1.895" Stud L, Black Oxide, Chrome, Set Of 16

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$59.99
If you have ever installed a rocker stud into a cylinder head and watched it wobble as it screwed in, you knew from the beginning that the rocker geometry was going to be inconsistent all over the place. ARP rocker studs are concentric within 0.005 T.I.R. thread pitch to thread pitch. They run in straight and true. Lengths are exact designed to provide positive seating every time. An extra large radius base offers greater resistance to flex. Available in both High Performance and Pro Series models. To be used with ARP patented Perma-Loc(TM) adjusters.

Product Features:
  • Made Of 8740 Chrome Moly Forgings
  • Heat Treated To 180,000 Psi
  • Excellent For Elapsed Time Bracket Racing, Limited Rule Oval Track Competition And Street Use
  • Lengths Are Exact Designed To Provide Positive Seating Every Time
  • Set of 16
  • 1″ Adjuster Thread Length
  • 3/8″-24 Shank Diameter and Thread
  • 3/8″ Typical Small Block Application with Roller Rockers
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Spectre – W3 Engine Kit Ford (Part No.54383)

W3 Engine Kit Ford

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$108.99
Spectre’s chrome engine kits are designed to give the top of your engine an amazing look in one neat package. This chrome engine kit includes chrome valve covers and chrome valve cover bolts.

Product Features:
  • Chrome valve covers
  • Chrome valve cover bolts
  • Dresses up the engine
  • Triple plated chrome
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Dorman – STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.675-131)

STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each)

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$3.99
Cylinder head bolt stripped or broken? This engine cylinder head bolt directly replaces the original bolt on specific vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – designed to match the fit and function of the original cylinder head bolt on certain vehicles
  • Corrosion resistant – withstands elements for reliable service life
  • Application specific – made to hold cylinder head in place on specific vehicles
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and inspectors in United States
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper (Part No.VK-138)

Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper

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$0.30
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 Spring Retainer Keeper (Part No.VK-115)

Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper

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$0.43
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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Felpro – Engine Valve Cover Grommet Set (Part No.10740)

Engine Valve Cover Grommet Set

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$4.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Edelbrock – Classic Series Valve Covers: Small Block Ford 221-351W 62-95, Black Aluminum (Part No.41603)

Classic Series Valve Covers: Small Block Ford 221-351W 62-95, Black Aluminum

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$361.99
The Edelbrock part #41603 Classic Series Valve Covers are designed for Ford 221-351W V8 1962-95 applications and have a Black finish. Edelbrock first made these aluminum valve covers in the late ’50s and they’re still a classic. Made of heavy-gauge sand-cast aluminum, Overall height is measured from base to top at the highest point. Edelbrock classic valve covers can be machined to accept breathers if desired.

Product Features:
  • Small Block Ford 221-351W 62-95
  • Tall
  • Black Aluminum
  • Set Of Two
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5263)

Valve Cover

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$89.99
Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for Ford 351C-351M-400-BoSS 302 engines, this valve cover features chrome-plated steel construction and a smooth design. Sold in pairs, this stock profile cover is baffled to provide optimum function. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

Product Features:
  • Designed for Ford 351C-351M-400-BoSS 302 engines
  • Baffled for breather system compatibility
  • Sold in pairs
  • Triple chrome-plated steel construction
  • Stock height
  • Features OEM style sealing edge
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Edelbrock – Signature Series Valve Covers: Ford FE 332-428 V8 1958-76, Chrome Steel (Part No.4462)

Signature Series Valve Covers: Ford FE 332-428 V8 1958-76, Chrome Steel

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$85.99
The Edelbrock #4462 Signature Series Valve Covers are designed for Ford FE 332-352-360-390-406-410-427-428 V8 ’58-76 applications. Engineered for function and styled for great looks, Signature Series valve covers have stock-style breather baffles that prevent oil passage to the PCV valve. These quality valve covers accept all emissions equipment, including PCV valve holes. Rubber grommets for the breather and PCV valve holes are included. Matching breathers sold separately.

Product Features:
  • Ford FE V8 1958-76
  • Short
  • Chrome Steel
  • Set Of Two
  • Rubber Grommets For Breather
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9736)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$89.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5797, 5845, 5712
  • Use W/ Locks Part #9611
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Cylinder Heads (Part No.5823)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Cylinder Heads

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$152.99
Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Non-Rotator style: Dyno tested and street proven. Great match to Edelbrock camshaft kit.

Product Features:
  • For Use With Cast Iron Heads
  • Springs Made of Highest Quality Spring Wire
  • Springs Precision Wound To Close Tolerances
  • Use with Original Equipment Heads Only
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 351W V8 (Part No.5882)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 351W V8

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$52.99
Product Features:
  • Non-Rotator Type
  • 1.384 in. Outer Diameter
  • 1.020 in. Inner Diameter
  • 1.020 in. Coil Blind
  • Set of 16
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1972 Ford Custom Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1972 Ford Custom. Maybe you just need a couple of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 65 different Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads in our inventory ranging from $0.43 to $1,751.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1972 Ford Custom running smoothly.

Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads are only as good as their brand. We stock 8 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1972 Ford Custom. Sealed Power, Felpro, and Dorman 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 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1972 Ford Custom, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 181 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Engine Push Rod with 5.0 stars and Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads to keep your 1972 Ford Custom 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!

Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads Brands To Make Your 1972 Ford Custom Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1972 Ford Custom demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Custom the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads brands and parts.

Popular Edelbrock Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

We carry Edelbrock parts in our stock across Push Rods categories, plus more. For a 1972 Ford Custom, our most popular Edelbrock Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads include:
Pushrod Set for Ford 351W
from $184.99
(1)
Pushrod Set for Ford 351W
Push Rods

Top 1972 Ford Custom Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads from Sealed Power

Sealed Power products are another trusted brand when it comes to Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1972 Ford Custom. Popular Sealed Power parts include:
Engine Valve Lifter
from $9.79
(11)
Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
from $8.99
(6)
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
Rocker Arms
Engine Rocker Arm Nut
from $0.95
(4)
Engine Rocker Arm Nut
Rocker Arm Nuts

FAQs for 1972 Ford Custom Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

What are the most purchased Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1972 Ford Custom?

Out of 65 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1972 Ford Custom, the most popular in our inventory are:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $34.99
(2)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
Cylinder Head Gaskets
STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each)
from $3.99
This product is not rated
STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each)
Cylinder Head Bolts
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $34.99
(4)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
Cylinder Head Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1972 Ford Custom Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

Top-rated Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1972 Ford Custom based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Push Rod
from $2.49
(3)
Engine Push Rod
“Seem to be an OK set of push rods.”
Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper
from $0.43
(2)
Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper
“You guys are always great”
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
from $77.99
(2)
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
“seems to have all expected parts and gaskets”