2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engines

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Keep Your 2008 Ford Mustang 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 2008 Ford Mustang looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer and Performance Engine Camshafts. 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 2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $1,166.31, with a range that starts at $10.99 and goes up to $2,367.00. With 9 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs, Xfi Spr 221/228 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve, and Xfi Spr Blower 245/256 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve start at just $10.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Air Intake Kits and Programmers. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 2008 Ford Mustang in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9733)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$141.99
Valve spring retainers for use OE cast iron heads. Superior quality heat-treated steel. Machined for strength with black oxide finish. Finish ensures rust and corrosion protection.

Product Features:
  • Valve Spring Retainers for Use OE Cast Iron Heads
  • Superior Quality Heat-Treated Steel
  • Machined for Strength with Black Oxide Finish
  • Finish Ensures Rust and Corrosion Protection
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Competition Cams – Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs (Part No.710-1)

Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs

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$10.99
Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs

Competition Cams – 10 Degree Tool Steel Retainer for All Valves with 1.500"-1.550" O.D. Springs (Part No.1731-1)

10 Degree Tool Steel Retainer for All Valves with 1.500"-1.550" O.D. Springs

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$27.99
CNC-machined for consistency, this 10 degree lightweight tool steel retainer features light weight, exceptional strength and wear characteristics. Fits engines with 1.500″-1.550″ O.D. valve spring.

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Competition Cams – 10 Degree Steel Retainer for 26120 Beehive Spring (Part No.795-1)

10 Degree Steel Retainer for 26120 Beehive Spring

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$10.99
10 Degree Steel Retainer for 26120 Beehive Spring

Competition Cams – Steel Retainer Set of 16 for Ford 4.6L 2 Valve with 26113 Beehive Springs (Part No.792-16)

Steel Retainer Set of 16 for Ford 4.6L 2 Valve with 26113 Beehive Springs

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$80.99
Steel Retainer Set of 16 for Ford 4.6L 2 Valve with 26113 Beehive Springs

Competition Cams – Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-600-5)

Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$478.99
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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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 226/230 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads (Part No.102500)

Xtreme Energy 226/230 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads

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$1041.00
Excellent torque. Better low and mid-range torque with more power. Will work with stock computer, best with custom tuning.

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Competition Cams – Xfi Vsr 222/235 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127300)

Xfi Vsr 222/235 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1161.00
Serious street cam, noticeable idle. Solid power gains above 4600 RPM, requires spring upgrade. Works with tuners, recommend custom tuning. Best with 3.90 gears and 3000 stall.

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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-250-4)

Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 210/214 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 351W (Part No.35-255-5)

Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 210/214 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 351W

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$505.99
Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 210/214 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 351W

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve (Part No.102100)

Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve

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$1041.00
Excellent upgrade from stock cam. Improved torque and power. Works with stock computer, best with custom tuning. Smooth idle.

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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-242-3)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – Xfi Vsr Blower 214/231 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127150)

Xfi Vsr Blower 214/231 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1277.00
Powerful mid-RPM range cam for bolt-on blowers at stock boost levels. Solid power gains above 4400 RPM, requires spring upgrade. Stock gears and converter OK. Requires custom tuning.

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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-601-5)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$340.99
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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Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-336-4)

Magnum/Marine 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$298.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Competition Cams – Xtreme Xe-R 234/232 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4/5.8L Modular 4 Valve (Part No.106400)

Xtreme Xe-R 234/232 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4/5.8L Modular 4 Valve

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$2135.00
Hot performance cams with serious horsepower and torque gains. Recommended lower gears, requires custom tuning, larger throttle body, mass air, injectors and exhaust upgrades. Automatics use a 2200+ stall. Features a rough idle.

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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-230-3)

Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-254-4)

Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-246-3)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$268.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-218-3)

High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$478.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Rpm 226/222 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4/5.8L Modular 4 Valve (Part No.106100)

Xtreme Rpm 226/222 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4/5.8L Modular 4 Valve

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$2135.00
Great street performance featuring excellent torque and horsepower gains with a noticeable idle. Requires custom tuning.

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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-600-4)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
  • 279/297 Advertised Duration, 227/241 Duration @ .050″, .490″/.475″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam, 2,200-5,900 RPM (Part No.35-601-8)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam, 2,200-5,900 RPM

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$549.99
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.
See More

Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-240-4)

Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 216/224 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.35-514-8)

Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled 216/224 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$549.99
HYDRAULIC ROLLER – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Mild modifications, 3.27-3.73 gear, mass air, larger throttle body.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC ROLLER – Xtreme Energy Computer Controlled: Mild modifications, 3.27-3.73 gear, mass air, larger throttle body.
  • 266/274 Advertised Duration, 216/224 Duration @ .050″, .544″/.555″ Lift, 112 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-234-4)

Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
See More

Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-330-3)

Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-331-4)

Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$298.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Most Popular Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer for 2008 Ford Mustangs

Enhance your 2008 Ford Mustang with this popular Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer we have in stock, for $10.99.

Competition Cams – Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs (Part No.710-1)

Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs

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$10.99
Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113/26125 Beehive Springs

Best-Selling 2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engine Camshafts

Upgrade your Mustang with one of our 8 best-selling Performance Engine Camshafts.

Competition Cams – Xtreme Rpm 218/218 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4/5.8L Modular 4 Valve (Part No.106060)

Xtreme Rpm 218/218 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4/5.8L Modular 4 Valve

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$2367.00
COMP Cams 106060 is part of the Xtreme RPM Series Modular 4V camshafts, designed for Ford 4.6L and 5.4L DOHC Modular V8 engines. It delivers strong low-to-midrange torque, extends the usable RPM range to 5,000, and serves as an excellent street/strip upgrade without requiring computer modifications.
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Competition Cams – Xfi Spr Blower 245/256 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127650)

Xfi Spr Blower 245/256 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1277.00
Max effort blower cam with very rough idle, needs ported heads. Great mid-range power With incredible gains up to 7000+ RPM. Solid power gains above 4900 RPM, requires spring/phaser upgrade. Requires custom tuning. 4.10+ gears, 3200+ stall.
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Competition Cams – Xfi Spr 221/228 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127400)

Xfi Spr 221/228 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1230.00
Powerful cam with great idle, excellent upgrade over stock. Good torque down low with powerful mid-range. Solid power gains above 4500 RPM, requires spring and phaser upgrade. Requires custom tuning. Stock gears and converter ok.

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Competition Cams – Xfi Vsr Blower 222/239 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127350)

Xfi Vsr Blower 222/239 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1230.00
Mid to upper range cam for bolt-on blowers with high boost. Noticeable idle, solid power gains above 4900 RPM, requires spring upgrade. Best with 3000+ stall. Requires custom tuning.

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Competition Cams – Xfi Spr Blower 229/240 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127450)

Xfi Spr Blower 229/240 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1230.00
COMP Cams 127450 is a high-performance camshaft set from the XFI SPR series, engineered for Ford 4.6L and 5.4L Modular 3-Valve engines. It delivers aggressive mid-to-high RPM horsepower gains, an extended usable RPM range up to 6,700, and a distinctive lopey idle-perfect for street/strip builds with blower setups.
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Competition Cams – Xfi Spr 237/244 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127600)

Xfi Spr 237/244 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1230.00
Max effort street/strip cam with very rough idle, needs ported heads. Good midrange with incredible power up to 7000+ RPM. Solid power gains above 4900 RPM. Spring/phaser upgrade and custom tuning required. 4.10+ gears and 3200+ stall.

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Competition Cams – Xfi Spr 229/236 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127500)

Xfi Spr 229/236 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1161.00
Powerful cam with very rough idle, biggest cam to use with stock heads. Good midrange torque with incredible top end hp gains. Solid power above 4700 RPM. Spring/phaser upgrade and custom tuning required. 3.90+ gears and 3000+ stall.

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Competition Cams – Xfi Vsr 222/235 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127300)

Xfi Vsr 222/235 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve

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$1161.00
Serious street cam, noticeable idle. Solid power gains above 4600 RPM, requires spring upgrade. Works with tuners, recommend custom tuning. Best with 3.90 gears and 3000 stall.

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FAQs for 2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 2008 Ford Mustangs?

Out of 9 Performance Engines that fit 2008 Ford Mustangs, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 2008 Ford Mustang range from $10.99 up to $2,367.00 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 2008 Ford Mustang?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 2008 Ford Mustang is $1,166.31. 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 Ford Mustang model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 44 model years of Ford Mustangs between 1964 and 2014. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 2011, 2000, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, and 1989.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 2008 Ford Mustang?

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 2008 Ford models?

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 2008 Ford Mustang?

As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 2008 Ford Mustang:

Can I get help with 2008 Ford Mustang Performance Engine orders?

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

What is your return policy for Ford Mustang Performance Engines?

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