1988 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Essential 1988 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Spartan – Engine Cylinder Head; Ford 460 72-4/85 Cyl Head (Part No.2F48)

Engine Cylinder Head; Ford 460 72-4/85 Cyl Head

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$378.99
Remanufactured Cylinder Heads are complete rebuild & include new valve stem seals, soft plugs & verified camshafts. All threads are checked and repaired if necessary. Cylinder Heads are packaged in heavy plastic to protect the unit.

Product Features:
  • All cylinder heads are both vacuum and pressure tested to verify valve seating, & integrity of water passages.
  • All cylinder heads are packaged in environmentally safe and recyclable containers that are the perfect size for returning your original core
  • All threads and machined surfaces are and repaired with technology that exceeds the original metal
  • Non-sealing iron surfaces painted to prevent oxidization
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Spartan – Engine Cylinder Head; Ford 351W Cyl Head (Part No.2F15)

Engine Cylinder Head; Ford 351W Cyl Head

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$346.99
Remanufactured Cylinder Heads are complete rebuild & include new valve stem seals, soft plugs & verified camshafts. All threads are checked and repaired if necessary. Cylinder Heads are packaged in heavy plastic to protect the unit.

Product Features:
  • All cylinder heads are both vacuum and pressure tested to verify valve seating, & integrity of water passages.
  • All cylinder heads are packaged in environmentally safe and recyclable containers that are the perfect size for returning your original core
  • All threads and machined surfaces are and repaired with technology that exceeds the original metal
  • Non-sealing iron surfaces painted to prevent oxidization
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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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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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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8857 PT-5)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set

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$69.99
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:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Mr. Gasket – Mls Head Gasket (Part No.3175G)

Mls Head Gasket

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$110.99
Our unique Multi-Layered steel head gasket embossment formation process optimizes the embossment radius, reduces stress points, enhances gasket conformability, and provides uniform clamp load distribution. This all results in superior surface contact between block and cylinder head. All head gasket layers/spacers go through an additional process to significantly reduce forming induced stress. Advantages are reduced brittleness in material, increased flexibility and deformation retention. This stabilizes the gasket, resulting in reduced cylinder bore distortion and improved combustion seal fro the extreme cylinder pressures found in high compression, supercharged and turbocharged applications. A proprietary polymer coating ensures the micro-seal of engine coolant and oil fluids.brbrA typical MLS head gasket requires a smoother (30Ra) surface finish than composite head gaskets. Mr. Gasket’s proprietary polymer coating will seal a surface finish twice as rough (60Ra) as a typical MLS head gasket. For high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Product Features:
  • Gasket bore – 4.030 inch: Compressed thickness – .040 inch
  • Manufactured from 3-layer premium grade stainless steel and state of the art laser cutting
  • Optimized sealing embossments seals extreme cylinder pressure
  • Provides excellent stability and reduces cylinder bore distortion.
  • Proprietary polymer coating ensures the micro seal of engine coolant and oil fluids.
  • Ideal for supercharged, turbocharged, nitrous oxide and extreme compression ratio engines
  • For high-performance street, drag race and oval track use
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Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts (Part No.9263 PT)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts

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$91.99
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
  • 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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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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Edelbrock – Classic Series Valve Covers: Ford FE V8 1958-76, Polished Aluminum, Set Of 2 (Part No.4162)

Classic Series Valve Covers: Ford FE V8 1958-76, Polished Aluminum, Set Of 2

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$442.99
The Edelbrock #4162 Classic Series Valve Covers are designed for Ford FE V8 1958-1976 applications. Edelbrock first made these aluminum valve covers in the late ’50s and they’re still a classic. They are made of heavy-gauge sand-cast aluminum, Overall height is measured from base to top at the highest point. Edelbrock classic valve covers can be machined to accept breathers if desired.

Product Features:
  • Ford FE V8 1958-76
  • Tall
  • Polished Aluminum
  • Set Of Two
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Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover (Part No.9804)

Valve Cover

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$72.39
These valve covers are constructed of a heavy gauge steel that will also help to prevent leaks around sealing flanges. Sold as a pair.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford small block
  • Chrome plated steel construction
  • Sold as a pair
  • Chrome Plated
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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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Edelbrock – Rocker Shaft Stud Kit (Part No.6009)

Rocker Shaft Stud Kit

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$146.99


Product Features:
  • Rocker Shaft Stud Kit
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 72160)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$30.49
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 – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 71328)

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

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$56.99
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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Competition Cams – SUPER VALVE LOCKS, 3/8" 1 ST (Part No.612-16)

SUPER VALVE LOCKS, 3/8" 1 ST

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$553.99
Inside tang-to-taper relationship held tightly for repeatable valve spring installed heights

Product Features:
  • For simplicity, any Super Lock fits any COMP Cams 10° retainer – just choose the correct lock for you valve size and application
  • Super Locks are recommended in all race applications
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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 Push Rod (Part No.RP-3209)

Engine Push Rod

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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:
  • 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 Push Rod (Part No.RP-3241)

Engine Push Rod

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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.
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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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Dorman – Rubber Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In. – Size Range 1-1/2 In. – 1-5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.570-009)

Rubber Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In. - Size Range 1-1/2 In. - 1-5/8 In. (sold by each)

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$8.49
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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Edelbrock – Hydraulic Roller Lifter Kit for Big-Block Ford. (Part No.97453)

Hydraulic Roller Lifter Kit for Big-Block Ford.

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$959.99
Product Features:
  • Precision Self-Aligning Hydraulic Roller Lifter
  • Retro-Fit Lifter
  • Use w/Hyd Roller Lifter In Non-Roller Engine Block
  • Originally Equipped w/Conventional Lifters
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2083)

Engine Valve Lifter

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$10.29
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.

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 Kit (Part No.R-879)

Engine Rocker Arm Kit

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$18.79
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:
  • Complete rocker arm assembly
  • 1 Arm
  • 1 Pivot
  • Stamped steel
  • Bolt type mount
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Felpro – AUXILIARY SHAFT SEAL SET (Part No.TCS 45109)

AUXILIARY SHAFT SEAL SET

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$11.99
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
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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1988 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 42 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads are only as good as their brand. We stock 7 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 88 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include 289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit with 2.0 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads brands and parts.

Popular Felpro Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

We carry Felpro parts in our stock across Cylinder Head Gaskets and Cylinder Head Gasket Sets categories, plus more. For a 1988 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Felpro Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads include:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $34.99
(4)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
Cylinder Head Gaskets
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
from $77.99
(1)
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
Cylinder Head Gasket Sets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $34.99
(2)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
Cylinder Head Gaskets

Top 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird. Popular Sealed Power parts include:
Engine Valve Lifter
from $9.79
(11)
Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters
Engine Valve Lifter
from $15.79
(3)
Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters
Engine Valve Lifter
from $8.29
(2)
Engine Valve Lifter
Engine Valve Lifters

FAQs for 1988 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads

What are the most purchased Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1988 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 42 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1988 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each)
from $3.99
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
Engine Push Rod
from $2.99
This product is not rated
Engine Push Rod
Push Rods
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
from $15.79
(1)
Engine Rocker Arm Kit
Rocker Arms

What are the top-rated 1988 Ford Thunderbird Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?

Top-rated Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1988 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
from $107.99
(7)
289-302 Ford Head Bolt Kit
“Great quality bolts. They include thread locker. Would definitely recommend to anyone replacing their heads.”
Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper
from $0.43
(2)
Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper
“I would purchase again”
Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set
from $47.99
(2)
Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set
“Good product at a good price”