1988 Ford F-150 Pickup Performance Engines

Essential 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Performer Small-Block Ford 5.0L/ 5.0L Cylinder Head 2.02" (Part No.60399)

Performer Small-Block Ford 5.0L/ 5.0L Cylinder Head 2.02"

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Product Features:
  • Complete Single For Flat Tappet
  • 60cc Combustion Chamber Volume
  • 170cc Intake/60cc Exhaust Runner Volume
  • 2.02 in. Intake/1.60 in. Exhaust Valve Diameter
  • 0.625 in. Deck Thickness
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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 – Throttle Body, 90mm, Pro-Flo XT, Ford-Style, Black Powder Coated Finish (Part No.38183)

Throttle Body, 90mm, Pro-Flo XT, Ford-Style, Black Powder Coated Finish

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$429.99
The Edelbrock #38183 is a single-bore 90mm throttle body designed with a 5.0L Ford-style base pad. It is fully machined and assembled by Edelbrock. It includes a Throttle Position Sensor, a progressive throttle cable lever, and cruise and kick-down attach
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Mr. Gasket – Precision Timing Tape (Part No.1594)

Precision Timing Tape

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$21.79
Precision timing tape can be used on a factory balancer to create HP through accurate timing, and makes setting valve lash simple.

Product Features:
  • 6 3¿8″ diameter
  • 6 3┐8″ diameter
  • 289-302-351 cu. in.
  • Increased Performance
  • Set Valve Lash At Proper Time
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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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Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.9713)

Water Neck

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$48.09
Precision die cast, these water necks or thermostat housings are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Comes with gasket and Allen head mounting bolts. Fits 1979-1997 Ford 5.0/5.8L V8s.

Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated For Great Looks
  • Includes Gasket & Mounting Bolts
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Competition Cams – Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker Set w/ 1.6 Ratio for Ford 289-351W w/ 3/8" Stud (Part No.19043-16)

Ultra-Gold ARC Rocker Set w/ 1.6 Ratio for Ford 289-351W w/ 3/8" Stud

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$427.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 289-302 (Part No.5822)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 289-302

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$54.99
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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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1811)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$30.49
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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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.32-600-8)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$522.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)

TIMING CHAIN

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$29.99
Product Features:
  • Timing Chain Only
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1013)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$58.99
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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Edelbrock – Water Pump Ford 5.0L Late Model (Part No.8045)

Water Pump Ford 5.0L Late Model

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$281.99
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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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2941)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$48.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PTFE offers the best in fluid and high-temperature compatibility and contact sealing surface can run on undersize shafts, seal minor imperfections and virtually eliminate shaft wear.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Ford 351W V-8 applications (Part No.2182)

Performer-Plus camshaft for Small-Block Ford 351W V-8 applications

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$339.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 2400 (Part No.40438)

Torque Converter, Tork Master 2400

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$605.99
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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Edelbrock – Performer Intake Manifold #37831 For Ford 351 Windsor, With EGR, Polished (Part No.37831)

Performer Intake Manifold #37831 For Ford 351 Windsor, With EGR, Polished

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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 – RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold (Part No.75811)

RPM Air-Gap Small Block Ford Polished Intake Manifold

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Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Improve performance on the street or race track. Larger cross-sectional area and taller card flange. Compatibility with lar

Product Features:
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed For 1500 To 6500 RPM
  • Designed For Street And High Performance
  • Larger Cross Sectional Area
  • Taller Carb Flange
  • Compatibility w/Large Displacement 351W Based Eng.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Upper Intake Manifold (Plenum) Gasket Set: 2 Piece Set (Part No.1236)

Upper Intake Manifold (Plenum) Gasket Set: 2 Piece Set

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$40.99
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.
  • 5.4L Cobra R; Upper intake
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set (Part No.1250)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set

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$33.99
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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Edelbrock – 289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit (Part No.8552)

289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit

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$107.99


Product Features:
  • Highest Quality Head Bolts
  • Cold-Formed/Heat Treated
  • Ensures Molecular Integrity
  • Reduced Diameter Bolt Heads
  • Hardened/Parallel-Ground Washers Included
  • Rated At 170000 psi
  • Manufactured By ARP
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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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$26.99
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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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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Competition Cams – PUSHROD SET, SBF HIGH ENERGY 1 ST (Part No.7831-16)

PUSHROD SET, SBF HIGH ENERGY 1 ST

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$75.99
High Energy Pushrods from COMP Cams are an affordable, high quality solution when building street rods, RVs and daily drivers. High Energy Pushrods have a durable one-piece construction that meets or exceeds all OE pushrod specifications and fit perfectly with High Energy and Magnum Rocker Arms.

Product Features:
  • 5/16″ diameter, 6.881″ length for Small Block Ford 255 and 302, ’65-up with Flat Tappet Cam
  • Best choice when building street rods, RVs or daily drivers
  • Meet or exceed all OE pushrod specifications
  • Mate perfectly with High Energy and Magnum Rockers
  • Durable one-piece construction
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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Ford 289-302 (Part No.9655)

Pushrod Set for Ford 289-302

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Edelbrock part #9655 Pushrods are designed for small-block Ford 289-302 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 precis

Product Features:
  • 6.4 in. Length
  • 0.312 in. Diameter
  • 4130 Chromoly Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.958G)

Intake Manifold Bolts

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$19.99
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

Product Features:
  • Hex Head
  • Zinc Plated
  • Ideal For Minimal Space
  • 12-Point Head And Flange
  • Zinc Plated For Protection
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Mr. Gasket – Super Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6082)

Super Intake Manifold Bolts

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$43.99
Super Intake Manifold Bolts

1988 Ford F-150 Pickup Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 47 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $19.99 to $1,035.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup 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 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup. 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 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 82 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST with 1.0 stars and Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987 with 1.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup 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 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup 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 F-150 Pickup the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Engines brands and parts.

Popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines

We carry FEL-PRO Performance parts in our stock across Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets and Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets categories, plus more. For a 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup, our most popular FEL-PRO Performance Performance Engines include:
Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set
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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 11 Piece Set
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
from $46.99
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $55.99
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

FAQs for 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup?

Out of 47 Performance Engines for the 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup, the most popular in our inventory are:
Intake Manifold Gasket for 1963-1996 Small-Block Fords
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Intake Manifold Gasket for 1963-1996 Small-Block Fords
Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets
Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit
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Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit
Performance Engine Harmonic Balancers
289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
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289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Bolts

What are the top-rated 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1988 Ford F-150 Pickup based on customer reviews/ratings are:
ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST
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ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST
“These things break very easy. Not a big fan of the soft brass when trying to install them with the screwdriver head they use. Change it hex and it woy”
Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987
from $111.99
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Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987
“THIS WAS NOT A COMPLETE KIT!ONLY GOT VALVE SPRINGS!!!”