1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engines

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Keep Your 1982 Mercury Cougar in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1982 Mercury Cougar looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Valve Lifters, Performance Engine Harmonic Balancers, and Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $41.77, with a range that starts at $13.99 and goes up to $123.99. With 9 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set, and Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit start at just $32.49 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Ignition Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1982 Mercury Cougar in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engines

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

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$74.99


Product Features:
  • 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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Competition Cams – Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’69-’84 Ford 351W (Part No.2135)

Magnum Double Row Timing Set for '69-'84 Ford 351W

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$74.99
Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’69-’84 Ford 351W

Competition Cams – Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’72-’87 Ford 429-460 (Part No.2130)

Magnum Double Row Timing Set for '72-'87 Ford 429-460

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$112.99
Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’72-’87 Ford 429-460

Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7814)

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$46.99


Product Features:
  • 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
  • 50 State Street Legal
  • For Engine w/ 2-piece Fuel Pump Eccentric or EFI
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Competition Cams – Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’65-’88 Ford 255, 289, 302 and Boss 302 (Part No.2120)

Magnum Double Row Timing Set for '65-'88 Ford 255, 289, 302 and Boss 302

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$123.99
Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’65-’88 Ford 255, 289, 302 and Boss 302

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

Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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$45.49
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Competition Cams – Magnum Roller 1.72 Ratio Rocker Arm for BBC, Ford 429-460, 351C/M with 7/16" Stud (Part No.1411-1)

Magnum Roller 1.72 Ratio Rocker Arm for BBC, Ford 429-460, 351C/M with 7/16" Stud

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$23.29
Magnum Roller 1.72 Ratio Rocker Arm for BBC, Ford 429-460, 351C/M with 7/16" Stud

Competition Cams – Ultra Pro Magnum Xd Rockers With 1.7 Ratio For Ford 289, 302, 351W With 7/16" Stud (Part No.1834-16)

Ultra Pro Magnum Xd Rockers With 1.7 Ratio For Ford 289, 302, 351W With 7/16" Stud

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$649.99
Machined from 8650 steel with a billet pushrod seat insert, these Ultra Pro Magnum XD rockers can handle up to 1,000 lbs. of spring pressure. These 1834 rockers feature a 1.7 ratio for use with 7/16″ stud Ford 289, 302 and 351 Windsor.

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Competition Cams – Rocker Arms,FS/FW 1.6 7/16 Ultra Pro Mag (Part No.1632-16)

Rocker Arms,FS/FW 1.6 7/16 Ultra Pro Mag

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$476.99
Rocker Arms,FS/FW 1.6 7/16 Ultra Pro Mag

Competition Cams – Magnum Roller Rocker Arms for Ford; 3/8" Stud, 1.6 Ratio (Part No.1431-16)

Magnum Roller Rocker Arms for Ford; 3/8" Stud, 1.6 Ratio

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$350.99
These Magnum Roller Rocker Arms for Ford V8 289-351W (Rail Type) 1968-89 applications are the ultimate street rocker. With a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio, they are designed for serious performance enthusiasts. All Magnum Roller Rocker Arms are constructed from 8620 chromemoly steel, which is a superior material that will not flex and assures maximum lift. Their roller tip reduces friction, while stiff design and superior ratio accuracy yield more effective valve lift. With a 15 to 30 horsepower increase over other rocker arms, Magnum Roller Rockers are perfect for performance applications with less than 350 lbs. open spring pressure. Don’t accept inferior products or cheap knock-offs, look for the COMP Cams logo stamped into the underside of every Magnum Rocker.

Product Features:
  • Ultimate street rocker designed for serious performance enthusiasts
  • Constructed from 8620 chromemoly steel, a superior material that will not flex and assures maximum lift
  • Roller tip reduces friction while stiff design and superior ratio accuracy yields more effective valve lift
  • 15 to 30 horsepower increase over stock rocker arms
  • Use in any applications with less than 350 lbs. open spring pressure
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Competition Cams – ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST (Part No.17043-16)

ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST

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$249.99
The COMP Cams High Energy Die-Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms are new rocker arms from the valve train leader that have been designed for street and moderate race use. They feature a die-cast body created from aluminum with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. The die-cast, larger than stock body offers the strength properties and light weight of aluminum while the specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip decrease friction and lower oil temperatures, thus improving response and horsepower.

Product Features:
  • Cost effective aluminum construction provides superior strength to weight ratio
  • Needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip reduce friction and lower oil temperatures for improved response and horsepower
  • Durable design increases valve lift while withstanding the rigors of moderate race use
  • Die-formed aluminum body is larger than stock, and may require modifications to stock valve covers for clearance.
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Competition Cams – High Energy Rocker Set With 1.6 Ratio For ’68-’77 Ford 289-351W With 3/8" Stud (Part No.1231-16)

High Energy Rocker Set With 1.6 Ratio For '68-'77 Ford 289-351W With 3/8" Stud

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$232.99
Perfect for stock or High Energy camshaft equipped engines, our High Energy rockers eliminate slop and feature a long slot for high lift cams. These 1231 rockers feature a 1.6 ratio for 3/8″ stud ’78-’77 Ford 289, 302 and 351 Windsor.

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

High Performance Thermostat

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$32.49
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.

Product Features:
  • 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 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

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$29.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)

High Performance Thermostat - 160 Degree Brass & Copper

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$29.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Opens at 160 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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Most Popular Performance Engine Valve Lifter for 1982 Mercury Cougars

Enhance your 1982 Mercury Cougar with this popular Performance Engine Valve Lifter we have in stock, for $13.99.

Competition Cams – High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 289-351withC/M-400M, 429-460 and V6. (Part No.832-1)

High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 289-351withC/M-400M, 429-460 and V6.

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$13.99
High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 289-351withC/M-400M, 429-460 and V6.

Best-Selling 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engine Harmonic Balancer

Upgrade your Cougar with our best-selling Performance Engine Harmonic Balancer.

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

Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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$45.49
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Top-Quality Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats for 1982 Mercury Cougars

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Coolant Thermostat for Mercury Cougars and enjoy top-notch performance from $29.99.

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

High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

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$29.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)

High Performance Thermostat - 160 Degree Brass & Copper

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$29.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Opens at 160 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 Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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$32.49
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Our Top Pick for a 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engine Rocker Arm

Invest in a durable Performance Engine Rocker Arm for your 1982 Mercury, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

Competition Cams – Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arm with 1.7 Ratio for Ford 3.8L V6 with 3/8" Stud (Part No.1619-1)

Ultra Pro Magnum Rocker Arm with 1.7 Ratio for Ford 3.8L V6 with 3/8" Stud

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$50.99
This Ultra Pro Magnum rocker is made of black oxide coated 8650 chromemoly steel that can withstand up to 850 lbs of spring pressure. Featuring a 1.7 ratio, this rocker fits Ford 3.8L V6 with a 3/8″ diameter stud.

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Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components for 1982 Mercury Cougars

Make a smart move for your 1982 Mercury Cougar with products all priced from $49.99 to $123.99.

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

Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set

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$74.99


Product Features:
  • 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
See More

Competition Cams – Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’65-’88 Ford 255, 289, 302 and Boss 302 (Part No.2120)

Magnum Double Row Timing Set for '65-'88 Ford 255, 289, 302 and Boss 302

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$123.99
Magnum Double Row Timing Set for ’65-’88 Ford 255, 289, 302 and Boss 302

Competition Cams – High Energy Timing Set for ’60-’83 Ford 144-200 V6 (Part No.3223)

High Energy Timing Set for '60-'83 Ford 144-200 V6

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$49.99
High Energy Timing Set for ’60-’83 Ford 144-200 V6

FAQs for 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1982 Mercury Cougars?

Out of 9 Performance Engines that fit 1982 Mercury Cougars, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1982 Mercury Cougar range from $13.99 up to $123.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1982 Mercury Cougar?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1982 Mercury Cougar is $41.77. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Mercury Cougar model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 29 model years of Mercury Cougars between 1967 and 1997. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, and 1989.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1982 Mercury Cougar?

The cheapest 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engines we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1982 Mercury models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 3 other popular 1982 Mercury models. Some of the most popular are 1982 Grand Marquis Performance Engines, 1982 Capri Performance Engines, 1982 Zephyr Performance Engines, and 1982 Marquis Performance Engines.

What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1982 Mercury Cougar?

The one 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engine we have in stock is the High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 289-351withC/M-400M, 429-460 and V6.. It costs $13.99.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1982 Mercury Cougar?

As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1982 Mercury Cougar:

Can I get help with 1982 Mercury Cougar Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Mercury Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Mercury Cougar Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Cougar Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.