1979 Mercury Cougar Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Essential 1979 Mercury Cougar Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5250)

Valve Cover

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$79.99
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 Small Block 260-289-302-351W 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 Small Block 260-289-302-351W 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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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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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-847)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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$8.99
Sealed Power Vintage parts provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like-new performance. Leading-edge materials and 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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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm (Part No.R-1096)

Engine Rocker Arm

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$20.99
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.
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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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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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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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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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Mahle – Cyl. Head Bolt Set (Part No.A3031566828MAH)

Cyl. Head Bolt Set

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$68.99
Cyl. Head Bolt Set

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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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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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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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8347 PT)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$55.99
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 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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Edelbrock – Small-Block Ford E-Street Cylinder Heads 2.02" (Part No.5025)

Small-Block Ford E-Street Cylinder Heads 2.02"

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$1268.99
The Edelbrock #5025 E-Street cylinder heads are designed for Ford 289-351 W V8 applications. The Edelbrock E-Street cylinder heads offer American made quality and affordable performance. E-Street cylinder heads feature as-cast ports and are designed for e

Product Features:
  • Complete Pair
  • 60cc Combustion Chamber Volume
  • 170cc Intake/60cc Exhaust Runner Volume
  • 2.02 in. Intake/1.6 in. Exhaust Valve Diameter
  • 0.625 in. Deck Thickness
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Edelbrock – RPM Ford FE 390/428 Cylinder Head (Part No.60069)

RPM Ford FE 390/428 Cylinder Head

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$936.99
Product Features:
  • Out-of-the-Box Bolt-On Performance
  • Valves Promote Excellent Flow For Streetable Power
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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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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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$61.99
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 Push Rod (Part No.RP-3166)

Engine Push Rod

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$2.49
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.
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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3184)

Engine Push Rod

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$2.99
Sealed Power Vintage parts provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like-new performance. Leading-edge materials and ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.

Product Features:
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exceptional material quality
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Heat treated tips
  • Stock or mild modified replacement
  • Made in USA
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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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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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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring (Part No.VS-1648)

Engine Valve Spring

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$6.49
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 – 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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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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1979 Mercury Cougar Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Mercury Cougar. Maybe you just need a couple of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 49 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 1979 Mercury Cougar 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 1979 Mercury Cougar. 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 1979 Mercury Cougar, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 122 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 1979 Mercury Cougar 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 1979 Mercury Cougar Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar 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 1979 Mercury Cougar, our most popular Edelbrock Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads include:
Pushrod Set for Ford 351W
from $184.99
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Pushrod Set for Ford 351W
Push Rods

Top 1979 Mercury Cougar 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 1979 Mercury Cougar. 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 1979 Mercury Cougar Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

What are the most purchased Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1979 Mercury Cougar?

Out of 49 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1979 Mercury Cougar, 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 1979 Mercury Cougar Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

Top-rated Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1979 Mercury Cougar 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”