I need to replace the valve cover gaskets on a Ford 302. What else could I do...

Question

What else could I do, in addition to replacing the leaky gaskets,), that is cheap (less than 100 bucks), and fairly easy to do since I already have the covers off, that would increase performance?

I was thinking putting in a cold air intake, but that's a bit too expensive for me right now.

It's a stock 302 FI.

Answer 1

in addition to the valve adjustment replace all vacume lines they likley are dry rotted.

Answer 2

Check your valve adjustment and backlash at the rocker arms.

Answer 3

if you're really want to stop oil leak change intake gaskit at the end of intake 302  5.0 engine

all  have problem w rubber gaskit at each end of intake