Brand new (1pc) hardened OEM bolt for the early Ford 5.4L SOHC 2V 
For the early 5.4L 2 valve with the Aluminum Intake Manifold


Fits up-to 1999 model year. Intake manifold to cylinder head retaining bolts. Overall Length 1-9/16" (41mm) Compare measurement to your original bolt before purchase.

(In stock & ready to ship)


Sorry for the price increase. Ford has gone way-up on the price of this bolt. Listing is now for a single bolt. If you need more just change quantity at checkout. Purchase 1 = 1 bolt, 2 = 2 bolts, etc. Thanks for your consideration and understanding.


Automatic quantity purchase and shipping discounts will be applied
 

Shipping Options:

We have added FedEx shipping as an option if you want it delivered faster.. Please select this option at checkout. USPS Priority is also a quicker choice. Contact me if you need assistance.




UPDATE: A few singles in stock in another listing & more on the way.  Automatic quantity purchase & shipping discounts will be applied.


Please look at compatibility lists below prior to making a purchase. We believe these bolts fit the F150, 250, 350 and also the E150, 250, 350. All that equipped with the 5.4L 2V engines model year up-to 1999 (with aluminum 2pc intake manifold) but just measure your bolt first. This bolt is 1-9/16". I carry a longer bolt that fits the later 2000 and-up 5.4L 2V engines in another listing.



These bolts should fit the 1999 and earlier Ford trucks & vans with the 5.4L engine with an aluminum manifold, not the later plastic composite manifold. We carry those bolts in another listing.These are the bolts to hold the manifold to the head. This style manifold is a 2-piece design with a lower plenum. These are not the bolts to hold the upper manifold to lower plenum. We may have those bolts in another listing. Contact me for assistance.

Listed pictures are actual photos of our current inventory. They measure approximately 1-9/16" and are listed to be 41mm long. They are a hardened 9.8 rating

Update: received customer confirmation that this kit fits 1999 F150 5.4L with aluminum 2pc intake - bolts fit perfect

Customer Question: How do I know if these will fit my application? They are listing to fit up-to certain 1999 5.4L engines that use the "all aluminum" intake manifold. The best way to also confirm proper fitment is to measure one of your intake bolts. These bolts are 1-9/16" (41mm) in length. See the photo shown above against the tape measure. We also carry longer version for the later 2000 and up 5.4 2V engines. We also carry the smaller M6 bolts for the later model 5.4L 3V engines as well. Contact me for assistance if you are having any issue figuring out your application.


Availability update, we now have some singles in stock & ready to ship. Order now and we will get them out for you as quickly as possible. If you need more than we have listed just contact me for an update. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. Normally these special order listings will ship in +/- 5-7 days but may be a little longer if we are out of stock. We do our best to expedite the process and get them out as quickly as possible. Contact me with any questions. Happy to assist.



This listing is now for a 2pc bolt set. Change quantity to reflect how many you need. 1= 2pc, 2=4pcs, etc. You will also get automatic purchase and shipping discounts applied on all quantities of more than one bolt.




This listing is for 2pc bolts at a time. For those who may have lost or broken just a single bolt or just a few we may still have another listing. These bolts are  hardened metric bolts to mount the older style aluminum intake manifold on many 5.4L equipped trucks. These are the bolts that hold the intake to the heads. This bolt has the preferred small head (10mm hex) just as your originals. May also fit many 4.2L motors as well. Please review the pictures I have included and compare to your originals. They show the new style bolt and measurements. Generally if the bolt you are replacing is within 1/4" of this length you most likely will be OK. You can check with me and I can attempt to locate the recommended bolt prior to your purchase. We also do special order request. 

This bolt is an M8-1.25, grade 9.8 hardened bolt with a rust resistant finish. It measures approximately 1-9/16" long behind the head (41mm). This is an upgraded style of this bolt that has a hex head with a flange. Generally no need to use a washer. This bolt has a much better finish than the original bolts. We have seen many selling this bolt for as much as $10 per bolt. If you are changing out your intake manifold (for the common coolant leaking issue) it is a great idea and piece of mind to replace as much of the old rusty hardware as possible. They will install much easier and help provide the important even torque across the manifold. Also if you found rust or corrosion in the threads, use a thread chaser or tap in threads in the head to clean out the threads before you reinstall. Size is M8-1.25x41mm.


More pictures to come. Listed picture is from one of our other listings. I will update with actual photos soon. I will include pictures showing different angles and against a tape measure for you to compare to your original bolts. This kit is being setup to use on the pre 2000 model 5.4L SOHC (2V) engines with the 2-piece aluminum intake manifold, not the later plastic manifold. This bolt may fit other applications including some of the 4.6L engines. Compare to your size. If within a couple of mm it will most likely work for your setup but use your best judgement. A list of trucks that use the same intake manifold is below. You should see your model listed.  Contact me if you need some help or have any questions. Happy to assist.



UPDATE: Need thermostat housing bolts?

We frequently have the long bolts available that retain the thermostat housing in another listing. Those bolts are approximately 90mm long and also retain the lower intake manifold. When they do sell out they are normally only 3-5 days out. Contact me for assistance.


TIP: Follow toque sequence for your manifold. They want you to install it in at least 2 steps (18 in-lbs, & 18 ft-lbs). We have found the final toque listed at 18 ft. lbs. but confirm the spec for your intake manifold.


I will try to find a diagram I can post in the pictures above, but for now you can see the sequence.
Use the most current information you can find available for your make and model.

This is an example of an approved sequence if looking at intake from front & overhead:

firewall side

9                                  10
5                                    6
1                                    2
3                                    4
7                                    8
                                     11
Front of engine





description from Ford:

Part Description Bolt

Bolt; M8 x 41mm; Attaches intake manifold to cylinder head.
Required Quantityfor entire manifold: 9pc