1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts

Essential 1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts

Dorman – Rubber Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In. – Size Range 1-5/8 In. – 1-3/4 In. (sold by each) (Part No.570-010)

Rubber Expansion Plug 1-5/8 In. - Size Range 1-5/8 In. - 1-3/4 In. (sold by each)

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$4.49
This engine intake manifold 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 intake manifold 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 Piston Ring Set (Part No.E-251X 10)

Engine Piston Ring Set

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$53.99
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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Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam for Ford 351C, 351M-400M (Part No.32-601-8)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam for Ford 351C, 351M-400M

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$522.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods, the Thumpr series’ early i

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Melling Select Performnce – Engine Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft (Part No.12830)

Engine Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft

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$30.49
A new Melling oil pump shaft is recommended to complete every new oil pump install. Melling offers a complete line of high quality shafts for domestic and import pump applications. A new oil pump shaft is necessary due to possible metal fatigue, cracking and even twisting damage of the old shaft even when the part appears to be in good condition. Complete every Melling oil pump replacement with a new Melling oil pump shaft.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Felpro – Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube Gasket (Part No.72516)

Engine Oil Pump Pickup Tube Gasket

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$2.29
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 and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Mr. Gasket – Street Legal Dress-Up Kit (Part No.9832)

Street Legal Dress-Up Kit

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$133.99
Fits small block Ford 289-351W. Dress up your engine compartment while meeting all of the State and Government emission requirements by using this Street Legal Dress Up Kit. Each kit includes two chrome valve covers which have two holes on top, designed to accept all OEM PCV and breather hoses, and includes appropriate grommets and components. *SEE catalog for complete listing.

Product Features:
  • Meets State Emission Requirements
  • Meets Government Emission Requirements
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Melling – Stock Replacement Oil Pump Screen (Part No.84-BS)

Stock Replacement Oil Pump Screen

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$47.99
A new Melling pick-up tube/oil screen assembly provides the lubrication oil as well as protection for your oil pump from materials that find their way into the engine oil supply system. Contaminates enter your oil system via engine ware, extended time between oil changes and other internal engine sources. These contaminates can interfere with the proper oil flow and pressure spring functions resulting in engine damage and/or failure. Melling suggests that a new properly installed oil pump pick-up tube/screen be a part of every oil pump installation. Several Melling oil pump applications are offered with an oil screen included.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality durable materials for long wear
  • Precision engineering protects the engine from dirt and contaminants
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Felpro – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.BS 30136)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$17.99
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:
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Mr. Gasket – Oil Dipstick & Tube (Part No.6920)

Oil Dipstick & Tube

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$19.29
Direct replacement over stock. Installs with simple hand tools.

Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated For Great Looks
  • Direct Replacement Over Stock
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Sealed Power – Engine Piston Set (Part No.8KH273CP 30)

Engine Piston Set

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$272.99
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:
  • Helps improve cylinder sealing for less blow-by
  • Retains standard ring gaps in top groove
  • DUROSHIELD« skirt-coated piston
  • Moly-graphite coating extends engine life
  • Reduces friction for higher fuel economy
  • Prevents damage from inadequate lubrication on start-up
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Crankshaft Rebuilders – Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit (Part No.16330)

Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit

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$226.99
Remanufactured precision machined OE crankshafts.

Product Features:
  • Includes matching rod and main bearings.
  • Journals Micropolished.
  • All units subject to complete quality inspection.
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Felpro – REAR MAIN BEARING SEAL SET (Part No.BS 40646)

REAR MAIN BEARING SEAL SET

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$24.99
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:
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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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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MAHLE Original – Fuel Pump Gasket (Part No.D27094)

Fuel Pump Gasket

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$1.99
MAHLE gaskets provide world class sealing products trusted by OEMs & Technicians around the globe.

Product Features:
  • All MAHLE gaskets meet or exceed the original equipment specifications providing the finest sealing products available
  • MAHLE gaskets utilizes OE equivalent or better materials in all our gaskets
  • MAHLE gaskets is the leader in Domestic, Asian and European applications
  • The contents of MAHLE gaskets are packaged in shrink wrapped tray, giving you the added security of knowing that you have the right parts, prior to opening the package
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Dorman – Pipe Plug-Square Head-1/4 In. MNPT (Part No.490-071.1)

Pipe Plug-Square Head-1/4 In. MNPT

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$3.99
This pipe plug matches the original equipment plug for diameter, thread pitch and head type to ensure a reliable repair. Made of corrosion-resistant material, it has been engineered for leak-free performance and a long service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this pipe plug matches the diameter, thread pitch and head type of the original equipment part
  • Durable construction – this plug is made of quality materials for dependable service
  • Leak-free performance – quality manufacturing process ensures a tight for reliable sealing
  • Quality tested – this plug has undergone validation testing to ensure proper fit and function for this vehicle’s application
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Melling – Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump (Part No.M-68A)

Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump

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$95.99
Melling oil pumps provide dependable performance every time in every application. Every Melling oil pump is engineered and assembled to the highest production standards from high quality materials. All Melling oil pumps use the latest in gear and gerotor

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Melling oil pumps are tested for pressure and flow under operating conditions to ensure quality
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With 289/ 460 Cubic" Ford, 5/8" Socket Size, 5/8" – 18 Thread Size (Part No.150-2501)

For Use With 289/ 460 Cubic" Ford, 5/8" Socket Size, 5/8" - 18 Thread Size

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As the crankshaft flexes and twists, the balancer absorbs incredible amounts of kinetic energy. To ensure that the balancer is locked in position, ARP has developed these ultra strong 200,000 Pounds Per Square Inch bolts that let you exert maximum clamping force. Special features comes with 1/4 Inch thick, wide area washer and an extra tall 12 point head that accepts a deep socket and eliminates the worry of stripping the head.

Product Features:
  • Ultra Strong Bolt Rated At 200,000 Pounds Per Square Inch
  • Professional Quality Fasteners
  • Delivers ARP Quality And Reliability
  • Made In USA
  • 2.05″ Underhead Length
  • Ford 289-460 (except 351C)
  • Sold Individually
  • 200,000 PSI
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Melling – Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Repair Kit (Part No.K-68)

Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Repair Kit

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$61.99
Melling oil pump repair kits are provided to supply the parts needed to rebuild a specific individual oil pump. Melling kits include all the required parts needed for a quality oil pump rebuild. Although Melling recommends the installation of a new oil pump, Melling oil pump repair kits are the preferred choice when a rebuilder has the desire to reuse the original oil pump casting or front timing cover.

Product Features:
  • Includes components needed to rebuild a worn oil pump providing an alternative to purchasing a new oil pump
  • Components are manufactured from high quality materials for durable wear
  • Components are precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley (Part No.8827)

Chrome Plated Steel Crankshaft Pulley

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$75.99
Replace your stock black engine pulleys with chrome plated steel pulleys from Mr. Gasket.

Product Features:
  • Single Groove
  • Chrome Plated
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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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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/4 In., Height 0.370 (sold by each) (Part No.555-084)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 2-1/4 In., Height 0.370 (sold by each)

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$2.29
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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Driveworks – Main Bearing Repair Sleeve (Part No.S-99181)

Main Bearing Repair Sleeve

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$43.49
Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Motorcraft – Fuel Pump Gasket – M (Part No.E3011672280MTR)

Fuel Pump Gasket - M

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$10.32
Fuel Pump Gasket – M

Felpro – Valve Stem Seal Set (Part No.SS 72654)

Valve Stem Seal Set

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$16.29
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 for Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Premium quality seals
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Camshaft Sprocket (Part No.S420T)

Engine Timing Camshaft Sprocket

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$15.99
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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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 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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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Chain (Part No.C356)

Engine Timing Chain

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$25.99
A timing chain synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft(s) ensuring proper timing and allows the engine’s valves to open and close during each cylinder’s firing. Available in kits or as a stand-alone product, our chains are pre-stressed and heat-treated for increased durability. Our chains are engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment

Product Features:
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Pre-Stressed And Heat-Treated For Increased Durability. Precision Cut Plates And Rollers With Smooth Finish. Precision Pitch Control For Proper Chain To Sprocket Tooth Fit.
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1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts

You count on your 1978 Mercury Cougar to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Engine Parts. With 292 Engine Parts ranging in price from $0.43 to $4,078.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1978 Mercury Cougar.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Engine Parts brand, we stock 19 different brands like Sealed Power, Felpro, and Dorman. 1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts start as low as $0.43!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Engine Parts is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 1,318 extensive product reviews on 1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts. Some of the top-rated Engine Parts products we carry are Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump with 4.8 stars and 289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit with 2.0 stars.

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Top-Rated Engine Parts Brands For Your 1978 Mercury Cougar

Trusted Engine Parts OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Mercury Cougar running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Sealed Power, Felpro, Dorman, and even more.

Popular Driveworks Engine Parts

You’ll find popular Driveworks brand products across Engine Timing Parts. All are waiting to get your 1978 Mercury Cougar back on the road. Some of the top-rated Driveworks products in these categories are:
Oil Seal
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Oil Seal
Timing Cover Seals

FAQs for 1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts

What are the most purchased Engine Parts for the 1978 Mercury Cougar?

Out of 292 Engine Parts for the 1978 Mercury Cougar, the most popular in our inventory are:
Engine Valve Lifter
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Engine Rocker Arm Nut
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What are the top-rated 1978 Mercury Cougar Engine Parts?

Top-rated Engine Parts for your 1978 Mercury Cougar based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump
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Stock Replacement OE Type Oil Pump
“Product was a perfect fit top notch at a great price”
289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
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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.”
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
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Engine Rocker Arm Kit
“Nice quality named brand rockers for a fantastic price. Looked like OEM style and they were made in the USA!”