1988 Pontiac Firebird Performance Engines

Essential 1988 Pontiac Firebird Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set (Part No.7513-16)

Magnum 7.800" Long, .080" Wall, 3/8" Diameter Pushrod Set

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$157.99
Magnum Pushrods from COMP Cams offer an affordable solution for your .080″ wall chromemoly pushrod needs. Designed to withstand the stresses of a high performance engine, Magnum Pushrods are head-treated for extended durability and have precision formed, reinforced ends. Magnum Pushrods are black-oxide finished with their part number and length laser etched onto the surface for easy identification.

Product Features:
  • 3/8″ Diameter, 7.800″ Length
  • Magnum Pushrods for Small Block Chevy
  • One-piece .080″ wall chromemoly steel tubing
  • Heat-treated for extended durability and guide plate compatibility
  • Precision formed and reinforced pushrod end
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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy (Part No.9653)

Pushrod Set for S/B Chevy

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$191.99
Edelbrock part #9653 Pushrods are designed for Chevy 348/409 “W” series 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:
  • 7.2 in. Length
  • 0.312 in. Diameter
  • 4130 Chromoly Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
  • Made In The USA
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Timing Cover Gasket (Part No.2335)

Engine Timing Cover Gasket

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$20.29
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Steel core gasket construction
  • Exclusive design permits significantly faster gasket installation while eliminating potential sealing leak paths.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Timing Cover Seal (Part No.18)

Timing Cover Seal

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$16.99
Mr. Gasket manufactures a variety of performance parts and accessories, including carburetor and fuel accessories, cooling system accessories, engine components, fasteners, gaskets, and suspension and drive line components. Besides gaskets and fasteners, the Mr. Gasket brand provides a variety of performance and racing products for all parts of your vehicle including: carburetor and fuel accessories, chrome-plated accessories, cooling system accessories, engine components, ignition and electrical accessories, shifter accessories, specialty tools and suspension and driveline components. Mr .Gasket also includes Ultra-Seal gaskets and fasteners.

Product Features:
  • Nitrile rubber and high density cork
  • Will not shrink or stick
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2900)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$21.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit (Part No.2908)

Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit

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$45.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
  • 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 – Water Pump for Small-Block Chevy Street Rods in Polished Finish (Part No.8892)

Water Pump for Small-Block Chevy Street Rods in Polished Finish

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$436.99
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

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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Edelbrock – Water Pump for Small-Block Chevy in Satin Finish (Long) (Part No.8811)

Water Pump for Small-Block Chevy in Satin Finish (Long)

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$307.99
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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Mr. Gasket – Water Outlet Gasket (Part No.738G)

Water Outlet Gasket

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$30.99
Manufactured from a blend of nitrile rubber and fiber for excellent sealing and durability. Precision die cut for application.

Product Features:
  • Edge molded rubber water outlet gasket is reusable
  • Requires no gasket sealer
  • Solid aluminum carrier for strength/rigidity
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5757)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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$121.99
Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks black oxide coated. 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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Edelbrock – Sure Seat; Valve Spring (Part No.5712)

Sure Seat; Valve Spring

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$128.99
Complete kit includes retainers and locks. Springs made of highest quality spring wire. Springs precision wound to close tolerances. Includes superior quality steel retainers. Includes 7 degree heat-treated valve stem locks. Retainers and locks black oxide coated. 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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.5861)

Ultra Seal; Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$35.99
Creates a positive seal. Controlled swelling gasket. Thickness will not decrease. Eliminates re-torque of valves. High-tensile strength. Handles ex flange pressure and forms a leak proof seal. Black latex coating.

Product Features:
  • Creates a positive seal by controlling swelling
  • Available in extra thick for rocker arm clearance
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1603)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$23.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1010)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$39.49
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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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1003)

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

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$39.49
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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Head Gasket (Part No.5801G)

Ultra Seal; Head Gasket

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$61.99
Excellent resilience. High temperature endurance. Will not creep or cold-flow. Will not get brittle. Resists corrosion. Eliminates gasket sealer. Compatible with high octane and exotic fuel.

Product Features:
  • Excellent resilience
  • High temperature endurance
  • Will not creep/cold-flow
  • Will not get brittle
  • Resists corrosion
  • Eliminates gasket sealer
  • Compatible w/high octane fuel
  • Compatible with exotic fuel
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Edelbrock – Pontiac P-65 Dual Quad; Intake Manifold (Part No.54501)

Pontiac P-65 Dual Quad; Intake Manifold

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Product Features:
  • Designed for Idle to 5500 RPM
  • Direct Reproduction Of Edelbrock Pontiac P-65
  • Delivers Classic Edelbrock Performance
  • Proven Performance
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Edelbrock – Performer Pontiac; Intake Manifold (Part No.37561)

Performer Pontiac; Intake Manifold

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$627.99


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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Weiand – Team G Intake Manifold (Part No.7532)

Team G Intake Manifold

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$363.99
Team G Intake Manifold

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

Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$77.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Sure-lock rocker arm nuts
  • Precise valve train adjustment
  • Keep rocker arms locked
  • High-quality grade steel
  • Heat-treated for ex strength
  • Plated with durable gold tone finish
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts (Part No.920G)

Ultra Seal; Sure-Lock Rocker Arm Nuts

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$59.99
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.

Product Features:
  • They are zinc dichromate plated steel
  • They have black oxide coated set screws
  • Keeps rocker arms positively locked
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B & M – Traveler Converter (Part No.30423)

Traveler Converter

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$375.99
Torque Converter – Traveler Converter (SUV and Light Truck) for GM 1968 to 1981 TH350, TH375B APPLICATION: GM 1968 to 1981 TH350, TH375B (6) (will not fit TH-350C) Provides slightly higher stall speed than stock to improve pulling power at low speeds. New

Product Features:
  • Ideal For Motor Homes
  • Ideal For Towing Applications
  • Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Heavy Duty Needle Bearings
  • Furnace Brazed
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Spectre – Aluminum Flywheel Dust Shield (Part No.5462)

Aluminum Flywheel Dust Shield

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$81.99
Spectre’s transmission cover for Chevy and GM TH350 transmissions is a great looking cover to help protect your flex plate while on the road. This cover is designed to fit GM and Chevy engines that have the starter on the passenger side. It has a 3-7/8 inch start slot to accommodate the majority of starters. This cover will not work on Pontiac or Oldsmobile engines.

Product Features:
  • Polished aluminum
  • For GM TH350 transmissions
  • For Chevy and GM engines with the starter on the passenger side
  • Has a 3-7/8 inch starter slot
  • Does not fit Pontiac or Oldsmobile engines
  • Easy to install with no special tools or skills required
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B & M – Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600 (Part No.20482)

Torque Converter, Nitrous Holeshot 3600

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$563.99
Nitrous Holeshot Converters are Built with the same features as the other B&M Holeshots, with the addition of anti-balloon plates. The anti-balloon plates will allow these converters to stand up to the instant horsepower nitrous delivers.

Product Features:
  • 3400-3800 RPM
  • Small And Big Blocks
  • Serious Performance
  • Furnace Brazed
  • Fully Balanced
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1800)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$18.29
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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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1886)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$63.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Rigid core, molded silicone rubber gaskets utilize the one-piece molded rubber technology for a perfect fit, ease of installation and include compression limiters to prevent overtightening.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1814)

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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FEL-PRO Performance – Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 5 Piece Set (Part No.1803)

Oil Pan Gasket Set: High-Temperature Rubber-Coated Fiber, 5 Piece Set

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$26.49
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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1988 Pontiac Firebird Performance Engines

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 Pontiac Firebird. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 33 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $16.99 to $1,048.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1988 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. FEL-PRO Performance, Mr. Gasket, 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 Pontiac Firebird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 84 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set with 5.0 stars and PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines to keep your 1988 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!

Performance Engines Brands To Make Your 1988 Pontiac Firebird Last

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

Top 1988 Pontiac Firebird Performance Engines from Mr. Gasket

Mr. Gasket products are another trusted brand when it comes to Performance Engines for your 1988 Pontiac Firebird. Popular Mr. Gasket parts include:
Water Outlet Gasket
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Water Outlet Gasket
Performance Water Outlet Gaskets

FAQs for 1988 Pontiac Firebird Performance Engines

What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1988 Pontiac Firebird?

Out of 33 Performance Engines for the 1988 Pontiac Firebird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
from $39.49
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-Layered Steel, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
from $52.99
(1)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
Action Plus Water Pumps
from $215.99
(3)
Action Plus Water Pumps
Performance Engine Water Pumps

What are the top-rated 1988 Pontiac Firebird Performance Engines?

Top-rated Performance Engines for your 1988 Pontiac Firebird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
“Perfect fit”
PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET
from $23.49
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PERFORMANCE VALVE COVER GASKET SET
“Great Quality Product”