
HS3978A Head Gasket Set for 1992-1997 Ford Trucks, Vans w/460 ci. (7.5L) Big Block Engine
- Head Gaskets
- Intake Gaskets
- Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
- Valve Cover Gaskets
- Valve Stem Seals
- Water Neck Gasket
- Distributor Gasket
Clevite MAHLE HS3978A Head Gasket Set meets or exceeds industry standards to offer reliability and value. These gaskets are an OEM-style replacement and not intended for racing/performance engines.
Items You Need

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High Performance Head Bolt Kit Big Block Ford 429-460 cid with Edelbrock Heads 60669, 60079, 61669, 61649
Part Number : 070-155-3603

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Timing Cover for 1968-1997 Big Block Ford 429/460
Part Number : 555-50301

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Timing Cover Gasket Set 1968-1997 Big Block Ford 429/460
Part Number : 555-210365
![Timing Cover Dipstick Tube for 1969-1997 Big Block Ford 429, 460 [OEM Replacement]](https://www.jegs.com/images/mini_200/500/555/555-50303.jpg)
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Timing Cover Dipstick Tube for 1969-1997 Big Block Ford 429, 460 [OEM Replacement]
Part Number : 555-50303
![SSR-III Ready-to-Run (RTR) Pro-Series Distributor for Ford 351C/351M/400 & Big Block 429/460 V8 Engines [Red Cap]](https://www.jegs.com/images/mini_200/500/555/555-40523.jpg)
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SSR-III Ready-to-Run (RTR) Pro-Series Distributor for Ford 351C/351M/400 & Big Block 429/460 V8 Engines [Red Cap]
Part Number : 555-40523

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8.5mm Black Ultra Pow'r Wires for Ford 351W, 351C, 390, 429, 460 with HEI Cap
Part Number : 555-402036

HEDMAN
Standard Duty Uncoated Shorty Headers for 1988-97 Ford F-150/250/350 2WD/4WD 7.5L
Part Number : 500-89511

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1/2 in. Drive Digital Torque Wrench for Fastener Tightening and Disassembly Torque Detection
Part Number : 555-81694

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Premium 10-Blade Feeler Gauge Kit 0.015 in. to 0.035 in. (0.381mm to 0.889mm)
Part Number : 555-80502

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Valve Seal Installation Tool Works with 0.500" & 0.531" PC valve stem seals
Part Number : 555-80596

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Cam Bearing Tool Set for Installation & Removal of Camshaft Bearings
Part Number : 555-80597

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Top Dead Center Locator Made in the USA
Part Number : 555-80524

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Master Pushrod Length Checker Kit
Part Number : 555-80670

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Valvetrain Checking Springs Light tension springs
Part Number : 555-80523

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Thread Sealing Tape 1/2 in. x 43 ft.
Part Number : 555-75055

ARP
Professional Series Head Bolt Kit Big Block Ford 429-460
Part Number : 070-255-3701

ARP
High Performance Head Bolt Kit Big Block Ford 429-460 cid with Edelbrock Heads 60669, 60079, 61669, 61649
Part Number : 070-155-3603

ARP
Intake Manifold Bolts Big Block Ford 429-460
Part Number : 070-455-2001

JEGS
Timing Cover for 1968-1997 Big Block Ford 429/460
Part Number : 555-50301

JEGS
Timing Cover Gasket Set 1968-1997 Big Block Ford 429/460
Part Number : 555-210365
![Timing Cover Dipstick Tube for 1969-1997 Big Block Ford 429, 460 [OEM Replacement]](https://www.jegs.com/images/mini_200/500/555/555-50303.jpg)
JEGS
Timing Cover Dipstick Tube for 1969-1997 Big Block Ford 429, 460 [OEM Replacement]
Part Number : 555-50303
![SSR-III Ready-to-Run (RTR) Pro-Series Distributor for Ford 351C/351M/400 & Big Block 429/460 V8 Engines [Red Cap]](https://www.jegs.com/images/mini_200/500/555/555-40523.jpg)
JEGS
SSR-III Ready-to-Run (RTR) Pro-Series Distributor for Ford 351C/351M/400 & Big Block 429/460 V8 Engines [Red Cap]
Part Number : 555-40523

JEGS
8.5mm Black Ultra Pow'r Wires for Ford 351W, 351C, 390, 429, 460 with HEI Cap
Part Number : 555-402036

HEDMAN
Standard Duty Uncoated Shorty Headers for 1988-97 Ford F-150/250/350 2WD/4WD 7.5L
Part Number : 500-89511

JEGS
1/2 in. Drive Digital Torque Wrench for Fastener Tightening and Disassembly Torque Detection
Part Number : 555-81694
![Valve Spring Compressor [Stud Mount]](https://www.jegs.com/images/mini_200/500/555/555-80518.jpg)
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Valve Spring Compressor [Stud Mount]
Part Number : 555-80518

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Premium 10-Blade Feeler Gauge Kit 0.015 in. to 0.035 in. (0.381mm to 0.889mm)
Part Number : 555-80502

JEGS
Valve Spring Pressure Tester 0-600 psi
Part Number : 555-80538

JEGS
Valve Seal Installation Tool Works with 0.500" & 0.531" PC valve stem seals
Part Number : 555-80596
![Precision Cam Degree Wheel Kit [11 in.]](https://www.jegs.com/images/mini_200/500/555/555-81621.jpg)
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Precision Cam Degree Wheel Kit [11 in.]
Part Number : 555-81621

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Cam Bearing Tool Set for Installation & Removal of Camshaft Bearings
Part Number : 555-80597

JEGS
Top Dead Center Locator Made in the USA
Part Number : 555-80524

JEGS
Master Pushrod Length Checker Kit
Part Number : 555-80670

JEGS
Valvetrain Checking Springs Light tension springs
Part Number : 555-80523

JEGS
Thread Sealing Tape 1/2 in. x 43 ft.
Part Number : 555-75055

ARP
Professional Series Head Bolt Kit Big Block Ford 429-460
Part Number : 070-255-3701

ARP
High Performance Head Bolt Kit Big Block Ford 429-460 cid with Edelbrock Heads 60669, 60079, 61669, 61649
Part Number : 070-155-3603

ARP
Intake Manifold Bolts Big Block Ford 429-460
Part Number : 070-455-2001

JEGS
Timing Cover for 1968-1997 Big Block Ford 429/460
Part Number : 555-50301
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