1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

Name: Head Gasket
Brand: Mr. Gasket
SKU: 1132G
Price: 37.59 USD

Below you will find various in-demand Ford Performance and Racing Products, components and accessories for your 1961 Thunderbird. Advance Auto Parts has popular Thunderbird parts like Performance Ignition Products, Performance Oil Filters, Performance Exhaust Products and more. You’ll also find aftermarket and OEM Performance and Racing Products for other Thunderbird model years including 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and more. Select a category of 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products below and start saving instantly.

Popular 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products Categories

Performance Oil Filters

Performance Carburetors

Performance Intake Manifolds

Performance Fuel Pumps

Performance Coils

Performance Distributors

Performance Valve Covers

Performance Radiator Caps

Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

Performance Distributor Components

Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets

Performance Engine Valve Springs

Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Performance Flywheel and Flexplates

Performance Exhaust Manifold Gaskets

Performance Oil Pans

Performance Ignition Kits

Performance Differential Cases

Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets

Performance Ring and Pinions

Performance Ignition Parts

Performance Points and Condensers

Performance Wheel Bearing Dust Caps

Performance Nitrous Systems

Essential Performance and Racing Products for 1961 Ford Thunderbirds

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$37.59

Mr. Gasket Embossed Steel Shim Cylinder Head Gaskets are for high performance street machines, drag racing and oval track racing. This is a very unique design that has a solid metal on metal fold at the combustion seal. This fold makes for a very stout seal that is almost the equivalent of a higher-end MLS (multi-layer steel) gasket with a gas stopper layer, but at a much lower cost. This gasket also has embossments around the coolant and oil passages and has a thick aluminum flake coating. All of these features result in a steel shim head gasket that handles extreme cylinder pressures very well. It’s probably the best steel shim head gasket you could ask for. Sold individually.

Product Features:

Embossed steel with aluminum flake coating
Solid metal over metal fold at the combustion seal
Embossed seals at coolant and oil passages
Approximately .020″ compressed thickness
For high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

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$27.99

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

Product Features:

Performance exhaust header gasket consisting of a high-density fiber facing material attached to both sides of a perforated steel core.
Resists blowout and burnout from high-temperature exhaust and is far stronger than basic paper gaskets.
Anti-stick coating permits motion without damaging the gasket and makes it easier to remove the gasket for future engine service.
Slotted bolt holes allow for easier header installation.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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$181.99

Mechanical fuel pump made from heavy duty construction for continuous high RPM operation. Fuel body casting can be rotated to accommodate various plumbing situations. Fuel pressure regulator is not required.

Product Features:

High Output Fuel Flow
Flows 110 gph Free Flow
Shutoff Pressure Pre-Set From 6.5 To 8 PSI
Fuel Pressure Regulator Is Not Required
Heavy Duty Construction For Continuous High rpm Operation
Fuel Body Casting Can Be Rotated For Plumbing Situations
Inlet And Outlet Tapped For 3/8 in. NPT
Inlet/Outlet Tapped For 3/8 in. NPT

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$141.99

Product Features:

Non-Rotator Type
1.550 in. Outer Diameter
.190 Wire Size
Single Coil Spring Type
Set of 16

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$30.19

The special self locking oil pan bolts, use a smaller-than-standard hex head is ideal for tight spaces. Because of the hex flange head design, it will not fall back into the socket wrench, allowing for easier installation. Special under head serrations prevent loosening and the wide flange head distributes uniform clamping pressure for an ultra gasket seal. Bolts are zinc plated, grade 5.

Product Features:

Ideal For Tight Spaces
Serrations Prevent Loosening
Flange Distributes Pressure
Zinc Plated Bolts
Grade 5 Material
Easy Installation

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$226.99

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FORD 9″ EMPTY POSI CASE – 28 & 31 SPLINES

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The fastest, easiest way to know exactly when it’s safe to open your radiator cap. ThermoCap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature.

Product Features:

Indicates coolant temperature
Helps prevent coolant injuries
Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
Color-coded temperature ranges
Integrated coolant reclamation valve
Improves under-hood appearance
Chromed crown with a colored trim ring

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$27.49

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

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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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$30.49

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Service Part
Makes Connections Quick And Easy

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$548.99

MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing. After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001″. The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.

Product Features:

CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
Supplied w/Cap; HEI Style Terminals And Rotor
Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
QPQ coated for friction reduction

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$12.09

If you have custom steel or mag wheels that are not designed without a provision for a center cap, you’re probably looking at an ugly stock dust cap in the center of your front wheels. This chrome dust cap fixes that problem, and is a direct replacement for stock cap 1.790 inches in diameter. Two per set.

Product Features:

Chrome Plated Steel
Set of 2 Caps
Easy Installation
2 Per Set

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$176.99

Using MSD’s DIS-4 ignition systems on your coil-on-plug Ford has always been a great upgrade, but honestly, the wiring poses quite a challenge. To ease this install, we now offer a wiring harness kit that’ll make the install nearly a direct plug-in. The harness provides a splice-free installation with connectors that plug directly into the factory unit. They even have corresponding wire colors. When used in conjunction with two DIS-4 ignitions and four dual ignition Adapters, PN 89121, your coil-on-plug Ford will receive all the spark it needs plus a two-step rev limit and step retard. And the best part is wiring will only take about an hour.

Product Features:

Easily install two DIS-4 Ignitions on late model Ford Engines
Easy Connections w/No Splicing Or Cutting Into Factory Wiring
Wiring the system will take only an hour
Multiple direct plug in connectors
Wiring the system will only take and hour

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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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$79.99

Regain horsepower and economy for your street machine with new contact and condenser kit. Large tungsten contacts provide crisp coil firing and perform solidly up to 5,000 RPM. Condenser’s special winding protects from pitting of point contacts. Heavy duty 23 ounce points.

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High Performance Points and Condenser
With Integral Conductor

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$97.99

This kit relocates the oil filter for quick, clean and easy access and increased filtering. It is complete with precision die cast aluminum by-pass, filter brackets and all high pressure connectors.

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Relocate oil filter to an easy access location

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$359.99

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Mr. Gasket Performance Intake Gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. They provide excellent sealing and durability. Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications. Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket (where applicable). For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track.

Product Features:

Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
Provides excellent sealing and durability
Can be trimmed if necessary for modified port applications
Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket where applicable
For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use

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$64.99

Available in various sizes, heights, and finishes, Spectre offers a wide variety of high performance valve covers designed to easily replace your stock covers. Designed for 1986-1995 Ford 5.0L engines, this valve cover features chrome-plated steel construction and a smooth design. This stock profile cover is sold in pairs. With show quality construction and a sealing edge designed for an ideal fit, our valve covers are engineered to look great for applications ranging from custom builds to replacing stock equipment.

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Designed for 1986-1995 Ford 5.0L engines
Sold in pairs
Triple chrome-plated steel construction
Stock height
Features OEM style sealing edge

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$351.99

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Top Only

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$499.99

Hays aluminum flywheels are manufactured from certified billet material that will not break up under the stress of high RPM and severe punishment of racing. Features replaceable steel surface insert. Precision balanced to either neutral (internal) or Detroit (external) specifications. Meets SFI specification 1.1 for racing.

Product Features:

Certified Billet Material
Borg and Beck Clutch Pattern
Long-Style Clutch Pattern
Ring Gear Securely Mounted To Prevent Spinning

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$13.29

Chrome plated steel. Includes hold-down bolt or stud. Holds the distributor in place for accurate timing. Serrated bottom prevents the distributor from turning.

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Rolled Edges For Strength
Ideal For Magnetos
Ideal For Ignition Distributor

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$20.99

Performance mechanical advance springs.

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PerTronix D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor
Performance mechanical advance springs.

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$77.99

Engineered with optimized low resistance, high turns ratio windings around an M36 high silicone magnetic steel E-core for higher energy and voltage outputs. Results in quicker starts, improved idle quality, and crisper throttle response. Compatible with late model Ford EEC-IV computer controlled ignition system equipped with a TFI distributor. Direct OEM replacement. Can also be used with an ACCEL, Mallory, Crane, Holley or MSD capacitive discharge ignition system. Special high temperature epoxy resists shock and vibration, while increasing thermal conductivity. Brass coil wire contact increases energy efficiency and resists corrosion better than aluminum. High dielectric strength ACCEL Yellow over-molded housing.

Product Features:

Direct Plug In Replacement Direct OE Fit
Advanced Bobbin Technology
Standard Motor Products SMP Fd-478
MSD 5527
Standard Motor Products SMP Fd-478
MSD 5527
Resists Shock And Vibration
Resists Corrosion

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$116.99

Engineered to be the only true performance Ford 4-tower style EDIS coil. Advanced bobbin technology, highly specialized silicone magnetic steel core, optimized winding, resistance, and turns ratio result in higher energy and voltage outputs, and longer arc duration. Direct OEM replacement. Must use factory firing order. Compatible with Ford EDIS computer controlled ignition system as well as Crane or MSD capacitive discharged (CD) DIS ignition systems. Special high temperature epoxy resists shock and vibration, while increasing thermal conductivity. Secondary towers molded in high dielectric strength ACCEL Yellow. Packaged as single unit: 4 cyls require 1 coil pack, “”twin plug”” 4 cyls require 2 coil packs and 8 cyls require 2 coil packs. No tsuitable for some late 1999 applications.

Product Features:

10-15% More Energy
Direct Plug In Replacement Direct OE Fit
Advanced Bobbin Technology
Highly Specialized Silicone Magnetic Steel Cores
Standard Motor Products SMP Fd-487
MSD 8241

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$926.99

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Best Way To Get A Major Power Increase
Power Increases From 50-70 HP
Work With Stock ECU
Simple Installation
Detailed Instructions

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$735.99

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Designed For Carbureted V8 Engines
Simple To Install

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$451.99

The Edelbrock 1407 Performer Series 750 CFM manual choke carburetor is a precisely tuned, quality-built carburetor that can handle the rigors of daily driving while delivering consistent, reliable street performance from day to day. Several characteristic

Product Features:

Edelbrock products offer improved performance and aesthetics for a broad array of vehicles and engines. ‘Proven performance’ is the philosophy by which Edelbrock was founded and it continues to this day with the highest standards for performance and quali
Manual Choke
4 Barrel Count
Square Bore
Smooth Secondary Transition
Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
Includes PCV Outlet

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$541.99

Product Features:

EnduraShine Finish
GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage
Electric Choke Installed from Factory
Easy Tuning with 2-Piece Design
Smooth Secondary Transition
Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
Includes PCV Outlet

Upgrade your 1961 Ford Thunderbird with Top-Quality Performance and Racing Products

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1961 Ford Thunderbird, nothing is more important than using high-quality OEM or aftermarket parts that you can trust. Whether you’re repairing damage to your Ford or enhancing its overall performance, Performance and Racing Products are key to keeping your Thunderbird functioning at its best. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer a wide selection of 47 Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 Ford Thunderbird, designed to meet your needs without breaking the bank. From Performance Ignition Product replacements to Performance Oil Filters upgrades, we’ve got you covered with parts that fit your vehicle perfectly and ensure long-lasting performance.

Affordable Prices and Wide Selection

Shopping for Performance and Racing Products for any vehicle can be a hassle, especially if you’re on a budget. But with Advance Auto Parts, you can find high-quality Performance and Racing Products for your 1961 Ford Thunderbird at great prices. Our Performance and Racing Products inventory for this model ranges from just $12.09 to $724.99, with an average price of $204.79. Our 47 Performance and Racing Products in stock come from 11 trusted brands, so you’re sure to find the right part for your 1961 Ford Thunderbird without overspending.

Top Brands and High Customer Satisfaction

Advance Auto Parts takes pride in offering only the best brands in the automotive industry. For your 1961 Ford Thunderbird, we stock popular OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products from top names like Accel FEL-PRO Performance, and more. Accel Performance and Racing Products start at just $38.99 and boast an impressive 4 stars average rating from customers. With 87 customer reviews and counting, our 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products have a strong track record of reliability, ensuring you can trust your purchase.

Explore Related Parts and More

While you’re here, don’t forget to check out other essential categories that go hand in hand with Performance and Racing Product upgrades. Explore related part types like Batteries and Chargers, Oil and Lubricants and more to make sure your 1961 Ford Thunderbird is always ready to roll. We’re committed to providing you with everything you need to keep your Thunderbird in top shape, all in one place. Start shopping confidently below for your 1961 Ford Thunderbird!

Best-Selling Performance Ignition Products for 1961 Ford Thunderbirds

Enhance the driving experience in your Ford with 11 quality Performance Ignition Product components, starting at $30.49.

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Mallory’s UNILITE (R), and magnetic breaker less ignition modules are self contained module assemblies which have no moving parts to wear out. Using Mallory’s time tested breaker less ignition circuit, combined with modern surface mount thermal-clad construction, these ignition modules can drive both OEM and high performance ignition coils. For best results always use a Mallory PROMASTER coil or a Mallory chrome electronic ignition coil. These are also an excellent choice for triggering one of the Mallory HyFire series of electronic ignition controls. Hookup is as easy as a three wire connection.

Product Features:

Service Part
No Moving Parts To Wear Out
Self Contained Unit
Can Drive OEM
Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils

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$79.99

High Performance Points and Condenser
With Integral Conductor

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$134.99

Put an end to high maintenance point ignition systems by installing a proven Mallory Unilite ignition conversion kit. Features at a glance, improves performance and fuel efficiency, easy to install with simple hand tools, reduced maintenance and is available for all popular 12-volt negative ground domestic cars and trucks.

Product Features:

Easy Installation
Improved Fuel Economy
Reduced Maintenance
Accurate Timing
Improved Performance
Provides A Simple Conversion
No Moving Parts To Wear Out

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$42.49

Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary

Product Features:

42000 Volts
Effective To 6500 RPM
Quicker Starting
Improved Throttle Response
Higher RPM Power
Can Finished In Yellow

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$49.99

If you are looking to upgrade your stock coil, or want to compliment the performance of your MSD blaster ignition, MSD 5, 6 or 7, the blaster coil line is the right choice. All of the blaster coils are designed for improved spark output. Special 100:1 windings are used to provide maximum build-up of voltage. These windings are held secure and kept cool in an oil filled metal canister. The tower assembly is molded of durable alkyd material due to its high dielectric characteristics while wide spaced brass primary terminals prevent the possibility of spark. There are several versions of the blaster coil available. All of them have the same internal specifications, but have different housings or components. Each blaster coil can be used with a stock ignition, blaster ignition, MSD 5, 6 or 7 ignition control. Most late model vehicles with electronic ignitions do not require a ballast resistor, check your ignition and manufacturers specifications to determine if a ballast is required in your application.

Product Features:

Improved output coil for electronic ignitions
Works w/Blaster Ignition Or MSD 5/6/7 Series
Ballast Resistor Required If Used w/Stock Points Ignition
Alkyd tower w/high dielectric properties lessens carbon tracking

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$105.99

Engineered for faster rise time, longer spark duration and increased performance. Unique design with premium grade wire, special low resistance, high turns ratio windings. Produces higher spark energy with breakerless electronic ignition systems. For points application the supplied 0.85 ohm ballast resistor must be used in conjunction with the vehicle original ballast resistor, if so equipped. Oversized molded case with integral cooling fins and high capacity oil filled construction provide high thermal conductivity ensuring cool operation and long life. Extra tall tan Alkyd tower and integral voltage dam eliminate “flashover” to primary terminals. Comes complete with mounting hardware and 0.85 ohm ballast resistor. Effective up to 6,500 RPM.

Product Features:

Oil Filled For Better Cooling
Optimized Low Resistance
Silicon Magnetic Steel E-Core
Higher Energy/Voltage Outputs
Quicker Starts
Improved Idle Quality
Resists Shock And Vibration
Resists Corrosion

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$91.99

Put an end to high maintenance point ignition systems by utilizing a specialized electronic circuitry and an infrared signal. Stabilizes ignition timing from 1 to 10,000 RPM. Improves performance and fuel efficiency, easy to install with hand tools, reduces maintenance. It is built with the latest thermal clad based surface mount construction for maximum dependability and long life.

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Most Accurate Ignition Timing System
Improves Performance And Fuel Economy
Easy To Install With Simple Hand Tools
Reduced Maintenance
Eliminates Changing Points

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$30.49

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Service Part
Makes Connections Quick And Easy

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$186.99

Universal street and strip. For street-driven vehicles with breaker point ignition or OE electronic ignition. Delivers optimum performance when used with these Mallory ignition products: UNILITE (R) distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, magnetic breaker less distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, or dual point distributor. Effective to approximately 6500 RPM when used with a point type distributor (depending on engine combination). Effective to approximately 8000 RPM when used with a Mallory HYFIRE electronic ignition control (depending on engine combination).

Product Features:

Glass Filled Polyester Case
Longer Spark Duration
Increased Performance
No Energy Loss Due To Arcing
Includes Brass Contact Terminal

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$48.49

Heavy duty points sets are quipped with extra think contack arms to prevent flexing at high RPMS. Large radiused tungsten contants provide crisp circuit breaking for peak coil output. High strength phenolic rubbing blocks provide superior durability when used with heavy duty spring tension.

Product Features:

Extra Thick Contact Arms
Large Radius Tungsten Contacts
High Strength Phenolic Rubbing Blocks
Prevents Points Float
Moisture-Proof Buna-N Condenser

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$38.99

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Top Picks for 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance Exhaust Products

Upgrade Ford Thunderbirds with top-quality Performance Exhaust Products parts, including 1 OEM and aftermarket selections for your 1961 model.

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

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Performance exhaust header gasket consisting of a high-density fiber facing material attached to both sides of a perforated steel core.
Resists blowout and burnout from high-temperature exhaust and is far stronger than basic paper gaskets.
Anti-stick coating permits motion without damaging the gasket and makes it easier to remove the gasket for future engine service.
Slotted bolt holes allow for easier header installation.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

In-Demand Performance Fuel Systems for 1961 Ford Thunderbirds

Select from 5 premium Performance Fuel Systems parts for your 1961 Ford Thunderbird, with prices ranging from $206.99 to $541.99.

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Product Features:

EnduraShine Finish
GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage
Can Add Electric Choke PN[1478]
Easy Tuning with 2-Piece Design
Smooth Secondary Transition
Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
Includes PCV Outlet

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$541.99

Product Features:

EnduraShine Finish
GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage
Electric Choke Installed from Factory
Easy Tuning with 2-Piece Design
Smooth Secondary Transition
Both Timed and Full Vacuum Ports
Includes PCV Outlet

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$464.99

New or reconditioned 650cfm. Square-flange. Electric choke without EGR. Primary jet 0.095. Secondary jet 0.098. Metering Rod 0.065 x 0.047. Dual plane intake. Spring loaded needles and seat increase performance. New qwik-tune adjustable secondary air valve. Distinctive black accented hardware. Lightweight ball burnished aluminum. No gaskets below fuel level to prevent leakage. Metering rod and step up springs can be changed easily. GM and AMC style throttle linkage.

Product Features:

Spring Loaded Needles/Seat Increase Performance
New Qwik-Tune Adjustable Secondary Air Valve
Distinctive Black Accented Hardware
Lightweight Ball-Burnished Aluminum
No Gaskets Below Fuel Level to Prevent Leakage
Metering Rod/Step Up Springs Can Be Changed Easily
GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage

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$407.99

Product Features:

Satin Finish
4 Barrel
Annular Booster Type
Manual Choke Type
750 cfm Maximum Flow Rating

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$206.99

High Output Fuel Flow
Flows 110 gph Free Flow
Shutoff Pressure Pre-Set From 6.5 To 8 PSI
Fuel Pressure Regulator Is Not Required
Heavy Duty Construction For Continuous High rpm Operation
Fuel Body Casting Can Be Rotated For Plumbing Situations
Inlet And Outlet Tapped For 3/8 in. NPT
Inlet/Outlet Tapped For 3/8 in. NPT

Most Sold 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

Explore our best-selling Ford parts for the 1961 Thunderbird among 10 OEM and aftermarket options starting from $27.49.

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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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$111.99

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.

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

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Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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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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$39.99

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

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Fel-Pro performance intake manifold gaskets have been tested with virtually all aftermarket cylinder head and intake manifold combinations.
Performance intake manifold gaskets designed without a metal core, to allow engine builders to trim the gasket for exact fit on modified ports.
Standard and Low riser
Printoseal elastomeric sealing beads to provide extra sealing strength around the intake port.
Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.

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$479.99

The Edelbrock Performer 390 #21053 intake manifold is designed for street 332-352-360-390-406-410-427-428 c.i.d. Ford V8’s with medium- or low-rise cylinder heads. Manifold not equipped with EGR; will not accept stock Motorcraft spread-bore carburetor or

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Product Features:

Non-Rotator Type
1.550 in. Outer Diameter
.190 Wire Size
Single Coil Spring Type
Set of 16

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$61.99

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Cylinder Head Gasket Set
1958-1976 390-428

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$40.99

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Valve Cover Gasket

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$37.59

Embossed steel with aluminum flake coating
Solid metal over metal fold at the combustion seal
Embossed seals at coolant and oil passages
Approximately .020″ compressed thickness
For high performance street, drag race and oval track use.

Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1961 Ford Thunderbird

Shop for the best-rated brands offering Performance and Racing Products and other products for your 1961 Ford Thunderbirds. Below you’ll find some of our best rated Performance and Racing Products from Accel and FEL-PRO Performance, and more. Performance and Racing Products from these brands that fit a 1961 Thunderbird start at just $27.49 and are rated as high as 4 stars. OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products don’t get more top quality, durable, and affordable than from the brands below.

Popular Accel 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1961 Ford Thunderbird, using quality Performance and Racing Products is essential to ensure durability and a perfect fit. Accel ticks all of those boxes. We offer a wide selection of Accel Performance and Racing Products, specifically designed for the 1961 Ford Thunderbird. With over 6 Accel brand Performance and Racing Products in stock, you’re sure to find what you need. The prices for these top-notch parts start as low as $38.99, with an average price of just $67.99. Plus, with over 55 customer reviews and an average rating of 4 stars, you can trust that our Accel Performance and Racing Products will get the job done right. Choose Advance Auto Parts for reliability, quality, and expert-approved parts that keep your vehicle running strong.

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Popular FEL-PRO Performance 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

FEL-PRO Performance auto parts is one of the highest quality Performance and Racing Product brands in the market. Any 1961 Ford Thunderbird owner should feel confident when installing genuine FEL-PRO Performance parts in their vehicle. To ensure the best fit and performance for your 1961 Thunderbird, Advance Auto Parts carries a full inventory of 4 FEL-PRO Performance Performance and Racing Products. Plus you will be keeping your Ford in peak condition while saving money because prices on these FEL-PRO Performance Performance and Racing Products range from $27.49 to $41.99, plus, with more than 1 customer reviews and an impressive 4 stars average rating, you can be confident the Fram Performance and Racing Products below will deliver on both quality and value.

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Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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FAQs for 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

Which Performance and Racing Products are best-sellers for 1961 Ford Thunderbirds?

Out of 47 Performance and Racing Products that fit 1961 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:

Thermocap Radiator Cap (10648825) – $48.09
Dust Cap (22901302) – $12.09
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (19781457) – $27.49

What’s the price range for 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products?

Performance and Racing Product prices for the 1961 Ford Thunderbird start at $12.09 and go up to $724.99 for the most premium parts.

What’s the average price of a Performance and Racing Product for a 1961 Ford Thunderbird?

The average price for Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 Ford Thunderbird is $204.79. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance and Racing Product category so you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance and Racing Products for other Ford Thunderbird model years?

Yes, we currently carry Performance and Racing Products for 46 model years of Ford Thunderbirds between 1955 and 2005. Performance and Racing Products are bought most frequently for the following model years: 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, and 1993.

What are the cheapest Performance and Racing Products for my 1961 Ford Thunderbird?

The cheapest 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products we carry in stock are:

Dust Cap (22901302) – $12.09
Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (11151950) – $13.29
Oil Pan Bolt Kit (10648832) – $18.99
Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (19640050) – $22.79
PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (19781457) – $27.49

What types of Performance and Racing Products do you sell for my 1961 Ford Thunderbird?

As of 2/5/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance and Racing Products for a 1961 Ford Thunderbird:

Can I get help with 1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Product orders?

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

What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products?

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

1961 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1132G)

FEL-PRO Performance – Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.1430)

Holley – Mechanical Fuel Pump (Part No.12-460-11)

Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 383-400-413-440 V8 1969-79 (Part No.5792)

Mr. Gasket – Oil Pan Bolt Kit (Part No.6087)

Motive Gear – Differential Carrier (Part No.D3TZ4204A)

Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2476BK)

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1613)

Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

MSD Ignition – Distributor; 2.3L Ford (Part No.8473)

Mr. Gasket – Dust Cap (Part No.2485)

MSD Ignition – Harness; Ford 4.6L Modular to DIS-4 Ignition (Part No.88813)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1811)

Accel – Contact And Condenser Kit (Part No.8203)

Mr. Gasket – Remote Oil Filter Kit (Part No.7682)

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0376-1)

Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.202A)

Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5265)

Weiand – Hi-Ram; Intake Manifold Top (Part No.1915)

Hays – Flywheels (Part No.12-535)

Mr. Gasket – Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (Part No.9860)

PerTronix – D700700 Advance Spring Kit Flame-Thrower Billet Distributor (Part No.D700700)

Accel – Ford 1984-98 Eec-Iv Supercoil (Part No.140012)

Accel – Ford 4-Twr.Dis Supercoil Pack (Part No.140018)

Edelbrock – Universal Performer EFI Dry Systems for 4, 6 And 8 Cylinder Engine (50-70 Hp) (Part No.71006)

Edelbrock – Performer RPM Carb/Plate Nitrous Systems Square-Bore Carbs (100-250 Hp) (Part No.70050)

Edelbrock – Performer 1407 Carburetor: 750 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Manual Choke Inlet (Part No.1407)

Edelbrock – CARBURETOR (Part No.14064)

Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)

Accel – Contact And Condenser Kit (Part No.8203)

Mallory – Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8 (Part No.501)

Accel – Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power (Part No.8140)

MSD Ignition – Blaster 2 Coil: High Performance Ignition Upgrade (Part No.8202)

Accel – Supercoil (Part No.140001)

Accel – Module:Eliminator Replacement (Part No.2005)

Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Mallory – Promaster Classic Series; Ignition Coil (Part No.29440)

Accel – Contact Set Hp 32 Oz (Part No.110228)

Accel – CAP/ROTOR (Part No.8201)

Mr. Gasket – Remote Oil Filter Kit (Part No.7682)

FEL-PRO Performance – Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.1442)

Edelbrock – CARBURETOR (Part No.14054)

Edelbrock – CARBURETOR (Part No.14064)

Edelbrock – Thunder AVS Carburetor #1826 650 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) (Part No.1826)

Edelbrock – Performer Carburetor #9907 750 CFM With Manual Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) (Part No.9907)

Holley – Mechanical Fuel Pump (Part No.12-390-11)

Edelbrock – Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Satin Finish (Part No.2105)

Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Ford 429/460 V8 1969-1987 (Part No.5767)

FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1020)

FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1817)

FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1246)

Edelbrock – #21053 Performer 390 Intake Manifold, Ford FE, 332-428, Black Finish (Part No.21053)

Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 383-400-413-440 V8 1969-79 (Part No.5792)

Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7337)

Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7568)

Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1132G)