1979 Pontiac Firebird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Essential 1979 Pontiac Firebird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Edelbrock – Valve Seat for S/B Chevy heads with 1.60" Valves (Part No.9710)

Valve Seat for S/B Chevy heads with 1.60" Valves

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$18.99
Product Features:
  • Valve Seats
  • Performer Series
  • 50-State Street Legal
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8723 PT-4)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$57.99
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
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.9441 PT)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$36.99
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:
  • PermaTorque head gaskets meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Requires no retorquing of the head bolts
  • Manufactured for the repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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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 – Rocker Arm Assembly (Part No.R-1024R)

Rocker Arm Assembly

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$11.99
Speed-Pro delivers the power you need and the value and quality that you deserve. Whether you are running at the track, chasing trophies on the strip, or just cruising down the road, count on Speed-Pro to provide the best value in HP engine components

Product Features:
  • Superior ratio accuracy
  • Significant horsepower gains possible
  • Anodized for corrosion resistance & professional appearance
  • Rocker body precision machined from solid extruded aluminum bar
  • Aluminum roller rocker (ideal for racing & high output street driven vehicles)
  • Hardened & precision machined steel roller tip on high strength steel axle (minimizes guide friction)
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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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Edelbrock – Performer Small-Block Chevy Cylinder Head 64cc Hydraulic Flat Tappet (Part No.60909)

Performer Small-Block Chevy Cylinder Head 64cc Hydraulic Flat Tappet

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$1009.99
Product Features:
  • 50-State Street Legal Aluminum Cylinder Head
  • Out-of-the-Box Bolt-On Performance
  • 64cc Combustion Chambers Improve Performance
  • Retain Stock Compression Ratio
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Edelbrock – Signature Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Chrome Steel (Part No.4649)

Signature Series Valve Covers: Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86, Chrome Steel

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$72.99
The Edelbrock #4649 Signature Series Valve Covers are designed for Chevrolet 262-400 ’59-86 applications. Engineered for function and styled for great looks, Signature Series valve covers have stock-style breather baffles that prevent oil passage to the PCV valve. These quality valve covers accept all emissions equipment, including PCV valve holes. Rubber grommets for the breather and PCV valve holes are included. Matching breathers sold separately.

Product Features:
  • Small Block Chevy 262-400 1959-86
  • Tall
  • Chrome Steel
  • Set Of Two
  • Rubber Grommets For Breather
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Pivot (Part No.MR-1903)

Engine Rocker Arm Pivot

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$2.99
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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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Bridge (Part No.MR-1840)

Engine Rocker Arm Bridge

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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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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3349)

Engine Push Rod

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$6.29
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.
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-969)

Engine Valve Lifter

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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:
  • 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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Dorman – Pipe Plug C.S. Hex 1/8-27 Npt X 5/16 In. (sold by each) (Part No.090-046)

Pipe Plug C.S. Hex 1/8-27 Npt X 5/16 In. (sold by each)

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$1.99
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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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480 (sold by each) (Part No.555-028)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480 (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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ARP Auto Racing – 1.75"Oal Stud, 0.8"D Adjuster Third, 3/8"-24, 7/16"-14, 0.7"D Screw-In, Set Of 16 (Part No.134-7101)

1.75"Oal Stud, 0.8"D Adjuster Third, 3/8"-24, 7/16"-14, 0.7"D Screw-In, Set Of 16

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$59.99
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
  • Set of 16
  • .800″ Adjuster Thread Length
  • 3/8-24 Shank Diameter and Thread
  • 3/8″ Typical Small Block Application
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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 72733)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$32.49
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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Felpro – CYLINDER HEAD BOLT SET (Part No.ES 72173)

CYLINDER HEAD BOLT SET

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$34.99
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:
  • 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 – ARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit (Part No.234-4301)

ARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit

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$316.99
ARP only uses premium grade 8740 alloy and a proprietary ARP2000 alloy that are rated for superior to “aircraft” quality alloy steels. Secondly, each stud is placed vertically into special racks and precisely heat-treated to 200,000 psi for the 8740 material and 220,000 psi for the ARP2000 material. This procedure ensures complete heat penetration and the results are far superior to those lesser quality studs from other manufacturers who just dump pieces in a basket and hope for the best. 

Product Features:
  • 1/2″ 12-Point, 3/16″ Allen Socket Size(s)
  • 8740 Chromoly
  • Black Oxide
  • Small Block Chevy
  • Sold As A Kit
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Chevy O.E Cast iron Cylinder Heads (Part No.5703)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for S/B Chevy O.E Cast iron Cylinder Heads

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$65.99
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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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring (Part No.VS-677)

Engine Valve Spring

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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.

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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Felpro – Engine Valve Cover Load Spreader Set (Part No.ES 72676)

Engine Valve Cover Load Spreader Set

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$34.49
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
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5321)

Valve Cover

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$8.99
Spectre’s Valve Cover Spreader Bar Kits are designed to improve the seal between your valve cover and cylinder head. Constructed from high quality heavy gauge steel, the spreader bars help to evenly distribute clamping pressure, preventing leaks. Featuring a triple chrome-plated finish, this kit is designed to fit Chevrolet 265-400 Small Block engines.

Product Features:
  • Designed for Chevrolet 265-400 Small Block engines
  • Features a triple chrome-plated finish
  • Constructed from heavy gauge steel
  • Engineered to improve valve cover seal
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Sealed Power – Engine Exhaust Valve (Part No.V-4345)

Engine Exhaust Valve

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$14.99
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:
  • 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 Exhaust Valve (Part No.V-1904)

Engine Exhaust Valve

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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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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Ball (Part No.MR-1783)

Engine Rocker Arm Ball

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$0.65
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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1979 Pontiac Firebird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Pontiac Firebird. Maybe you just need a couple of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 87 different Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads in our inventory ranging from $0.43 to $1,338.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. Sealed Power, Felpro, 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 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1979 Pontiac Firebird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 548 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Engine Rocker Arm Kit with 3.8 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 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 Firebird 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 Valve Covers and Cylinder Heads categories, plus more. For a 1979 Pontiac Firebird, our most popular Edelbrock Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads include:
Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy
from $189.99
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Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy
Push Rods

FAQs for 1979 Pontiac Firebird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

What are the most purchased Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1979 Pontiac Firebird?

Out of 87 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1979 Pontiac Firebird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Engine Valve Lifter
from $13.99
(15)
Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters
Engine Push Rod
from $2.99
(5)
Engine Push Rod
Push Rods
Engine Rocker Arm Nut
from $0.95
(4)
Engine Rocker Arm Nut
Rocker Arm Nuts

What are the top-rated 1979 Pontiac Firebird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

Top-rated Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1979 Pontiac Firebird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
from $3.49
(6)
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
“The rocker was what i needed and was hard to find. You guys helped out well and were right in the neighborhood thanks”
Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper
from $0.43
(2)
Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper
“You guys are always great”
Engine Valve Lifter
from $9.79
(1)
Engine Valve Lifter
“the lifters worked great and were easy to install thanks for the help.”