1978 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Essential 1978 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Mahle – Cyl. Head Bolt Set (Part No.A3031566828MAH)

Cyl. Head Bolt Set

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$93.29
Cyl. Head Bolt Set

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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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8554 PT)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$72.99
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:
  • 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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Spartan – Engine Cylinder Head; Ford 3.9 00-02 RGT Head (Part No.2FCCR)

Engine Cylinder Head; Ford 3.9 00-02 RGT Head

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$627.99
Remanufactured Cylinder Heads are complete rebuild & include new valve stem seals, soft plugs & verified camshafts. All threads are checked and repaired if necessary. Cylinder Heads are packaged in heavy plastic to protect the unit.

Product Features:
  • All cylinder heads are both vacuum and pressure tested to verify valve seating, & integrity of water passages.
  • All cylinder heads are packaged in environmentally safe and recyclable containers that are the perfect size for returning your original core
  • All threads and machined surfaces are and repaired with technology that exceeds the original metal
  • Non-sealing iron surfaces painted to prevent oxidization
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Ball Stud (Part No.MR-1847)

Engine Rocker Arm Ball Stud

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$1.49
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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Dorman – Rubber Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In. – Size Range 1-1/2 In. – 1-5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.570-009)

Rubber Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In. - Size Range 1-1/2 In. - 1-5/8 In. (sold by each)

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$8.49
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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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3172)

Engine Push Rod

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$1.99
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.
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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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Edelbrock – Classic Series Valve Covers: Ford FE V8 1958-76, Tall, Black Aluminum, Set Of 2 (Part No.41623)

Classic Series Valve Covers: Ford FE V8 1958-76, Tall, Black Aluminum, Set Of 2

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$391.99
The Edelbrock part #41623 Classic Series Valve Covers are designed for Ford FE V8 1958-1976 applications. Edelbrock first made these aluminum valve covers in the late ’50s and they’re still a classic. Made of heavy-gauge sand-cast aluminum with a Black powder coat finish. Overall height is measured from base to top at the highest point. Edelbrock classic valve covers can be machined to accept breathers if desired. May not clear some power brake boosters on Ford FE applications.

Product Features:
  • Ford FE V8 1958-76
  • Tall
  • Black Aluminum
  • Set Of Two
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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover (Part No.9412)

Valve Cover

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$87.29
These Mr. Gasket chrome plated stamped steel valve covers have a flat smooth top, and internal baffles. Fits Ford 332,360,390,406,427,428. Sold as a pair.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford big block (FE series)
  • Chrome plated steel construction
  • Sold as a pair
  • Long Lasting Durability
  • Cadmium Plated To Resist Corrosion
  • Easy Installation
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.8993 PT-1)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$25.99
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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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts (Part No.9790 PT-2)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts

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$58.99
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 — Exclusive coating helps withstand rougher sealing surface finishes up to 80 Ra
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Precise embossed sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • MULTI-LAYERED STEEL CONSTRUCTION — Multiple layers of stainless steel maintain sealing stress and accommodate head lift
  • UNIQUE COMBUSTION SEAL — Accommodates high cylinder pressures and head movement encountered with engines
  • 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 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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Sealed Power – Engine Intake Valve (Part No.V-3956)

Engine Intake Valve

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$10.49
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:
  • Chrome plated stem
  • Hard coating added to surface for strength & aiding in lubrication
  • Note – coating added in varying thicknesses depending on application
  • Innovative design, using leading edge materials
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-855)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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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.

Product Features:
  • Complete rocker arm assembly
  • 1 Arm
  • 1 Pivot
  • 1 Arm
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-1008)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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$15.79
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.
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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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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 Lifter (Part No.HT-2083B)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$6.49
Engine Valve Lifter

Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2083)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$10.29
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 Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9733)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$134.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5722, 5796
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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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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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Nut (Part No.MR-1823)

Engine Rocker Arm Nut

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$0.72
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 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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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 72155)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$33.49
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
  • Avoid risk associated with re-use of T-T-Y (torque to yield) head bolts
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Ford Small Block 289/ 302, Hex Head, 180000Psi Tensile (Part No.154-3601)

For Use With Ford Small Block 289/ 302, Hex Head, 180000Psi Tensile

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$64.99
High Performance head bolts are available with a reduced wrenching hex or 12 point and wide area flanged head that eliminates the need for valve train removal to facilitate cylinder head retorquing. All High Performance Series bolts are 180,000 PSI (which is 15 Percent stronger than Grade 8) and kits come complete with hardened parallel ground washers.

Product Features:
  • High Performance Head Bolts Are Available With A Reduced Wrenching Hex Or 12 Point
  • Wide Area Flanged Head That Eliminates The Need For Valve Train Removal To Facilitate Cylinder Head Retorquing
  • Rated At 180,000 Psi Tensile Strength
  • High Performance Head Bolts Are Stronger
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs (Part No.5825)

Sure Seat Valve Springs

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$147.99
The Edelbrock #5825 Replacement Sure Seat Valve Spring for Edelbrock #5085, 60759, 60909, 60719, 60739, 60999, 60899 & 79899 cylinder heads are made of highest quality spring wire and precision wound to close tolerances.

Product Features:
  • Non-Rotator Type
  • 1.460 in. Outer Diameter
  • Made In The USA
  • Single Coil Spring Type
  • Set of 16
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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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1978 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 50 different Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads in our inventory ranging from $0.43 to $1,606.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Ford Thunderbird 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird. 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 88 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird, 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird 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 1978 Ford Thunderbird. Popular Sealed Power parts include:
Engine Valve Lifter
from $9.79
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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 1978 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

What are the most purchased Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1978 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 50 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1978 Ford Thunderbird, 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)
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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 1978 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

Top-rated Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1978 Ford Thunderbird 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
“I would purchase again”
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
from $77.99
(2)
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
“seems to have all expected parts and gaskets”