1979 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines

Essential 1979 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 1968-1987 429-460 Big-Block Fords (Part No.7223)

Intake Manifold Gasket for 1968-1987 429-460 Big-Block Fords

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$27.99
Product Features:
  • 1.98″x2.26″
  • Features Embossed Silicone Bead Around The Intake Ports & Water Openings
  • .060″ Thick
  • Multi Piece Configuration
  • End Seals Not Included
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 7 Piece Set (Part No.1240)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 7 Piece Set

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$39.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fel-Pro performance intake manifold gaskets have been tested with virtually all aftermarket cylinder head and intake manifold combinations.
  • Performance intake manifold gaskets designed without a metal core, to allow engine builders to trim the gasket for exact fit on modified ports.
  • 1970-82; w/2 Bbl. Cylinder heads
  • Printoseal elastomeric sealing beads to provide extra sealing strength around the intake port.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.6683)

Ultra Seal; Oil Pan Gasket

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$54.99
Manufactured from cellulose and nitrile composition gasket material. A black latex rubber coating is applied to outside of gasket to help seal minor oil pan rail irregularities and eliminate the possibility of oil leakage. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Complete with molded rubber front/rear oil pan seals where applicable. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:
  • Maxi-seal fiber material
  • Superior blow-out resistance
  • High-tensile strength
  • Reduces gasket splitting
  • Graphite non-wicking rubber
  • No cork particles
  • Easy removal for disassembly
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1809)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$25.49
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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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Small Block Ford 289-302 (Part No.9632)

Pushrod Set for Small Block Ford 289-302

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$210.99
Product Features:
  • Case-Hardened Tubing
  • Surface Hardening
  • Welded Ends
  • 0.3125 in. Diameter
  • Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
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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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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Ford 351W (Part No.9659)

Pushrod Set for Ford 351W

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$190.99
Edelbrock part #9659 Pushrods are designed for small-block Ford 351W V-8 engine applications. These one-piece pushrods are manufactured from high quality 4130 Chromoly steel tubing that has been surface hardened for maximum durability. They have precise f

Product Features:
  • 7.7 in. Length
  • 0.312 in. Diameter
  • 4130 Chromoly Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Edelbrock – Water Pump for Small-Block Ford 351W in Black Finish (Part No.88433)

Water Pump for Small-Block Ford 351W in Black Finish

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$358.99
Edelbrock #88433 Water Pump Ford 1970-78 302 & 1970-87 351w v8 black ideal to prevent overheating in street rods and street machines, as well as in tow rigs and motorhomes. Using state-of-the-art racing technology, Edelbrock has designed these “super cool

Product Features:
  • Standard Impeller Rotation
  • 0.625 in. Pilot Shaft
  • 0.750 in. Ball/Ball Bearing
  • 5.70 in. Block To Hub Height
  • Black Finish
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Edelbrock – Water Pump for Ford 429/460 in Polished Finish (Part No.8876)

Water Pump for Ford 429/460 in Polished Finish

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$526.99
Maximum cooling for street and racing engines. Internal passages are balanced for maximum flow. Impeller is larger than others for maximum pressure. Impeller vanes dramatically increase flow rates. Equal distribution to both sides of block. Only flows in one direction for optimum efficiency. In the early days of the automotive performance industry, you either ran what was available, or you fabricated something you thought met your needs. Such needs were the building blocks of this industry, and it was through the efforts of many that we have the automotive aftermarket, but it was through the work of one name in particular to which many in the industry owe a great debt, and that name is Edelbrock.

Product Features:
  • Maximum Cooling for Street and Racing Engines
  • Internal Passages Are Balanced for Maximum Flow
  • Impeller is Larger than Others For Max Pressure
  • Impeller Vanes Dramatically Increase Flow Rates
  • Equal Distribution to Both Sides of Block
  • Only Flows in One-Direction for Optimum Efficiency
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Weiand – Action +Plus; Water Pump (Part No.8209P)

Action +Plus; Water Pump

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$300.99
Weiand’s light weight, performance aluminum mechanical Action-Plus water pumps give a weight saving of 30 percent to 50 percent over stock cast-iron pumps. These pumps feature a premium quality bearing and seal that have twice the load capacity of stock pumps. Weiand’s exclusive housing counter bore keeps the bearing form walking out. All pumps are designed with the necessary bracket bosses and water connections to fit popular street applications.

Product Features:
  • Fits Later Applications w/Water Inlet On LH Side
  • Street Performance
  • Heavy Duty Shaft w/5/8 in. Pilot
  • Six-Blade Stamped Steel
  • Anti-Cavitation Impeller
  • 100 Percent Leak Tested
  • Bearing Shaft And Seal
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5972)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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$47.99
Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks black oxide coated. 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 S/B Ford 289/302/351W O.E. Cast iron heads (Part No.5722)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Ford 289/302/351W O.E. Cast iron heads

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$76.99
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 – Performer Intake Manifold Small-Block Ford (Part No.3781)

Performer Intake Manifold Small-Block Ford

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$401.99


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
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Edelbrock – Torker II 302 Intake Manifold Small-Block Ford (Part No.5021)

Torker II 302 Intake Manifold Small-Block Ford

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$376.99
2500-6500 RPM high-performance street engines. Single-plane low-rise intake good for high RPM. Ideal for applications with limited hood clearance. For top-end HP and adequate throttle response. Available in cast or polished.

Product Features:
  • 2500 to 6500 RPM High Performance Street Engines
  • Single-Plane Low-Rise Intake Good for High RPM
  • Ideal for Applications with Limited Hood Clearance
  • For Top-End HP and Adequate Throttle Response
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Edelbrock – Performer 351-W EGR; Intake Manifold (Part No.37811)

Performer 351-W EGR; Intake Manifold

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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
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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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Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7569)

Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford

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$34.99
Product Features:
  • Valve Cover Gasket
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1614)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$25.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
  • Great for on-again/off-again situations
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1617)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$33.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
  • Great for on-again/off-again situations
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1619)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$30.49
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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7847)

Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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The grade 8 bolts feature high hex head to prevent socket slippage. The thick parallel ground washer allows accurate uniform torque. Black finished, complete with split lock washer to prevent loosening.

Product Features:
  • Grade 8 material
  • Heat-treated for strength
  • Hex prevents socket slippage
  • Accurate and uniform torque
  • Black plated finish
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B & M – CONVERTER AOD HP (Part No.40437)

CONVERTER AOD HP

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$297.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength.

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
  • Washer Between Turbine and Cover
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B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 2000 (Part No.40427)

Torque Converter, Tork Master 2000

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$338.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength.

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
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1979 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Lincoln Continental. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 12 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $30.49 to $627.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. Mr. Gasket, FEL-PRO Performance, 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 1979 Lincoln Continental, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 1979 Lincoln Continental Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 Lincoln Continental 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 Continental the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

FAQs for 1979 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1979 Lincoln Continental?

Out of 12 Performance Engines for the 1979 Lincoln Continental, the most popular in our inventory are:
Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit
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Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit
Performance Engine Harmonic Balancers
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
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PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET
Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 7 Piece Set
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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 7 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets