Name: Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Brand: FEL-PRO Performance
SKU: 1619
Price: 30.49 USD

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

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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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$60.99

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Valve Cover Gasket

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$38.49

Mr. Gasket Harmonic Balancer Bolt for Ford V8 except 351C. Fits 221,260,289,302,351W small block Windsor engines, 332,352,360,390,406,410,427,428 FEs, and 429,460 385 series big blocks. 5/8-18 x 2 inch long heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel with a thick parallel ground washer to provide accurate, uniform torque.

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Heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel
Thick parallel ground washer provides more accurate, uniform torque
Hex Prevents Socket Slippage
Accurate And Uniform Torque
Black Plated Finish

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Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

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Opens At 195 Degrees
Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
High Flow

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Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

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Opens At 180 Degrees
Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
High Flow

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These COMP Cams Ultra-Gold Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms with a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio are designed for Ford V8 289-302-351W applications. The new modern design features of these Ultra-Gold Rockers are proven to withstand extremely aggressive spring pressure and valve lift. Designed specifically for high performance street and race engines, the Ultra-Gold Aluminum Rocker Arms are precision CNC-machined to strict tolerances. Developed to meet the demands of professional engine builders, these rockers include features never before possible in an aluminum rocker arm.

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CNC-machined, lightweight design removes weight and yields unrivaled quality and ratio accuracy
Designed for high performance street and race engines
Precision-sorted trunion bearings withstand elevated valve spring pressure and valve lift
Additional clearance, up to 1.650″ O.D. valve spring

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Designed to keep the rocker arms positively locked for precise and critical valve train adjustments. Manufactured from quality grade steel, then heat-treated for extra strength and plated with a durable finish. Kits include 16 rocker arm nuts with socket head set screws and one hex key wrench.

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(16) Rocker Arm Nuts w/ Locks 3/8″-24 Threads
Shank O.D. .540″
Includes Locks and Hex Wrench
High-Quality Grade Steel
Heat-Treated For Ex Strength
Plated With Durable Gold Tone Finish

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Spectre’s Ford V8 water neck fits Ford 429 – 460 engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes sealing O-ring, and has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for the Ford temp sensor.

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Fits Ford 429 – 460 engines
Has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for temperature sensor
Includes sealing O-ring
Chrome plated
Easy to install
Hardware not included

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Precision die cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.

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Chrome Plated
This Is A 45 Degree Neck
Comes With O-ring And Bolts
Has Small Hose Fitting On It

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$67.99

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Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
For Engine with One-Piece Fuel Pump Eccentric

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Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
For Engine w/ 2-piece Fuel Pump Eccentric or EFI

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These grade 5 hex head bolts are brite zinc plated for protection and appearance. Hardened flat washers provide uniform torque & prevent galling on aluminum manifolds. Includes twelve (12) 5/16 inch-18 x 2 inch bolts & washers

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Hex Head
Zinc Plated
Ideal For Minimal Space
12-Point Head And Flange
Zinc Plated For Protection

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Edelbrock Part #7521 RPM Air-Gap intake manifold is designed for the small-block 302 CID Ford V8 or 331-347 stroker applications. The RPM Air-Gap incorporates the same race-winning technology that?s been used on our Victor Series competition intakes and i

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RPM Air-Gap for 302-331-347 Small-Block Ford V8
Air-Gap design features an open air space under the plenum
Separates fuel and air from engine heat
Larger runners over standard 7121 manifold
Includes nitrous bosses

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An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts. Ideal for use with higher compression ratio engines that

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Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
Great high RPM power.
Easy on valve train parts.
Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.

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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

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

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PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
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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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:

PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
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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$43.99

Super Intake Manifold Bolts

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$28.99

Available in kits including front cover gasket, crankshaft seal, fuel pump and water pump gasket or including cover gasket and front seal.

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Timing Cover Gasket And Oil Seal Kit

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Mr. Gasket Performance Timing Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

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Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use

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

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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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High performance, race quality gasket with molded rubber coating over a steel core. Steel core provides rigidity and durability, preventing prevent push out while the molded rubber coating helps seal minor oil pan rail irregularities. The one piece design eliminates the need for separate end seals to make installation easier and even further reduce the possibility of oil leakage. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Excellent replacement for stock original equipment, high performance street, drag race and oval track. Includes gasket and new oil pan bolts.

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Steel core provides rigidity, durability and prevents gasket push out
Molded rubber coating seals minor irregularities in pan surface
One piece design is easier to install and even less prone to leak
Direct replacement suitable for all uses – street, racing, heavy duty
Include both gasket and new oil pan bolts
No Cork Particles
Easy Removal For Disassembly

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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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$37.69

Mr. Gasket Performance Intake Gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. They provide excellent sealing and durability. Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications. Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket (where applicable). For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

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Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications
Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket where applicable
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use

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$42.99

Ultra-Seal intake manifold gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Incorporates Silicone beading around each intake and water outlet port to provide additional sealing strength on both sides of each gasket. No gasket sealer required. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Includes manifold end seals.

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Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
Silicone beading on both sides of each gasket
Complete with manifold end seals
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
Creates Tight Leak proof Seal

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Product Features:

Clean Positive Seal
Embossed Silicone Bead Surrounding The Port
Matched To Manifolds And Cylinder Heads

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

Product Features:

DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted

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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1619)

Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7563)

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

Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

Competition Cams – Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker Set w/ 1.6 Ratio for Ford 289-351W w/ 3/8" Stud (Part No.19043-16)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.923G)

Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 429-460 (Part No.4734)

Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2662)

Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7820)

Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7811)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.958G)

Edelbrock – RPM Air-Gap #7521 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford 302-331-347 V8 (Part No.7521)

Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 429,460 (Part No.34-337-4)

Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-600-8)

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1018)

FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1013)

Mr. Gasket – Super Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6082)

Edelbrock – Front Timing Cover Gasket Set #6991 For Small-Block Ford, With Front Seal (Part No.6991)

Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.793G)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1817)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Oil Pan Gasket (Part No.6683)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1812)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.208G)

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket (Part No.5838)

Edelbrock – Intake Manifold Gasket for 302 E-Boss & 351W E-Boss Clevor Conversions (Part No.7265)

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1248)

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