1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
Keep Your 1978 Ford Pinto 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 1978 Ford Pinto looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Rocker Arms, Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Sets, and Engine Valve Lifters. 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 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Head at Advance Auto Parts is around $38.28, with a range that starts at $8.99 and goes up to $97.99. With 7 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket, Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set, and PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set start at just $8.99 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 1978 Ford Pinto in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
Looking for the perfect Valve Cover and Cylinder Head for your 1978 Ford Pinto? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Ford Pinto. Whether you’re driving a 1978 model or another popular model year like
1971,
1972,
1973,
1974,
1975,
1976,
1977,
1979, and
1980, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8471 PT-5)
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$57.99
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.
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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
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.9136 PT)
from
$27.99
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:
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Product Features:
- PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick Blue Stripe anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- 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
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.8361 PT)
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$29.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.
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- PermaTorque head gaskets meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Built to exceed all original equipment specifications
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Victor Reinz – Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.61-10349-00)
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$26.99
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- Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
- Head bolt replacement recommended.
- Dana engineering-approved for fit, form and function
- Meets or exceeds OE specifications
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.8993 PT-1)
from
$26.99
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.
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- PermaTorqueMLS head gaskets are built to meet or exceed all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Provides the robust seal needed to contain peak combustion pressures and temperatures
- Withstands the significant casting motion encountered in many of today’s automotive engines
- Validated for fit, form, and function
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.8360 PT-1)
from
$30.99
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- 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 Printo seal 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
Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set (Part No.ES 74011)
from
$8.99
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.
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- Recommended replacement when observing wear on original pins
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Popular 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads Categories
Most Popular Rocker Arm for 1978 Ford Pintos
Enhance your 1978 Ford Pinto with this popular Rocker Arm we have in stock, for $20.99.
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1270-1)
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$20.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Best-Selling 1978 Ford Pinto Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set
Upgrade your Pinto with our best-selling Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set.
Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set (Part No.ES 74011)
from
$8.99
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:
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Product Features:
- Recommended replacement when observing wear on original pins
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Top-Quality Engine Valve Lifters for 1978 Ford Pintos
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Engine Valve Lifter for Ford Pintos and enjoy top-notch performance from $97.99.
Competition Cams – High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter Set for Ford 2300cc 4 Cylinder. (Part No.846-8)
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$97.99
High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter Set for Ford 2300cc 4 Cylinder.
Top Picks for 1978 Ford Pinto Cylinder Head Gaskets
Invest in one of our 3 durable Cylinder Head Gaskets for your 1978 Ford, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.8993 PT-1)
from
$26.99
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:
See More
Product Features:
- PermaTorqueMLS head gaskets are built to meet or exceed all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Provides the robust seal needed to contain peak combustion pressures and temperatures
- Withstands the significant casting motion encountered in many of today’s automotive engines
- Validated for fit, form, and function
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.9136 PT)
from
$27.99
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:
See More
Product Features:
- PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick Blue Stripe anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- 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
Victor Reinz – Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.61-10349-00)
from
$26.99
Product Features:
See More
- Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
- Head bolt replacement recommended.
- Dana engineering-approved for fit, form and function
- Meets or exceeds OE specifications
Our Cylinder Head Gasket Sets for 1978 Ford Pintos
Make a smart move for your 1978 Ford Pinto with our Cylinder Head Gasket Set for $57.99.
Felpro – PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8471 PT-5)
from
$57.99
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:
See More
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
FAQs for 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
What are the best-selling Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for 1978 Ford Pintos?
Out of 7 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads that fit 1978 Ford Pintos, the following parts are the top sellers:
- PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (5182794) – $26.99
- Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set (19780369) – $8.99
- PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set (5181224) – $57.99
What’s the price range for 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?
The prices of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1978 Ford Pinto range from $8.99 up to $97.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Valve Cover and Cylinder Head for a 1978 Ford Pinto?
The average price for Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1978 Ford Pinto is $38.28. 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 Ford Pinto model years?
What are the cheapest Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for my 1978 Ford Pinto?
The cheapest 1978 Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads we carry are:
- Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin Set (19780369) – $8.99
- ENGINE ROCKER ARM (50272622) – $20.99
- PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (5182794) – $26.99
- Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (50255906) – $26.99
- PermaTorque Engine Cylinder Head Gasket (5187575) – $27.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for any other 1978 Ford models?
Yes. We stock Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for 18 other popular 1978 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1978 F-150 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, 1978 F-250 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, 1978 E-250 Econoline Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, 1978 E-350 Econoline Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads, and 1978 E-150 Econoline Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads.
What types of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads do you sell for my 1978 Ford Pinto?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for a 1978 Ford Pinto:
Can I get help with 1978 Ford Pinto 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 Ford Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads and more.
What is your return policy for Ford Pinto Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford Pinto 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.