1961 Mercury Comet Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1961 Mercury Comet Performance and Racing Products

Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470R)

Thermocap Radiator Cap

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$48.09
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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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (Part No.2502)

Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp

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$13.29
Competition design uses a stud, washer & nut to secure the clamp rather than a bolt. The clamp itself is also chromed. Fits 1962-2001 Small Block Ford V8s, including both Windsor and Cleveland as well as Ford 385 series 429/460 big blocks including Boss models.

Product Features:
  • Eliminates bolt in favor of stud mount design
  • Chrome plated
  • Ideal For Ignition Distributor
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Competition Cams – .530" I.D. Composite Distributor Gear for Ford 302-351W (Part No.35100)

.530" I.D. Composite Distributor Gear for Ford 302-351W

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$143.99
COMP Cams Composite Distributor Gears have undergone stringent testing in various applications with positive results. These super tough gears show great promise in solving the wear issues associated with bronze gears in racing applications. They are available in several shaft diameters for popular street and race applications.

Product Features:
  • Fits .530″ Shaft Diameter, Small Block Ford
  • Manufactured from a super-strong composite material
  • 300% increased durability over bronze distributor gears when used with steel camshafts
  • Tested and available in several shaft diameters for popular street and race applications
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Mr. Gasket – Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp (Part No.9860)

Chrome Distributor Hold-Down Clamp

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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.

Product Features:
  • Rolled Edges For Strength
  • Ideal For Magnetos
  • Ideal For Ignition Distributor
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.4.3106G)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$16.99
For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
  • Full Floating and Non Binding
  • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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Fram – High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on (Part No.HP1)

High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on

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$16.99
FRAM Racing® filters are designed with a heavy-gauge tapping plate and an extra-thick* steel can that is able to withstand the high pressure flexing caused by demanding driving conditions. A spiral-shaped center tube provides protection against collapse, and tough steel end caps add even more durability. A screen-over 22psi filter bypass valve provides additional protection against larger contaminants.** 

Product Features:
  • Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles
  • Engineered for use with synthetic or conventional motor oils
  • Filter media is a blend of fiber and resin that captures 95% of the dirt particles
  • The perfect balance of dirt-trapping efficiency and dirt-holding capacity
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Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13103G)

Tie Rod Dust Boot

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$6.99
Repair torn and worn-out boots of suspension tie rod ends – without having to buy the entire and expensive tie rod. Adds durability surpassing most OEM rubber boots. Exclusive 5 point sealing action. Choose from four sizes and round or octagon styles. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane for added performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Material
  • Saves Your Tie Rods
  • Lasts Longer
  • Looks Great
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Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13101R)

Tie Rod Dust Boot

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$9.99
Repair torn and worn-out boots of suspension tie rod ends – without having to buy the entire and expensive tie rod. Adds durability surpassing most OEM rubber boots. Exclusive 5 point sealing action. Choose from four sizes and round or octagon styles. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane for added performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Material
  • Saves Your Tie Rods
  • Lasts Longer
  • Looks Great
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Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13103R)

Tie Rod Dust Boot

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$5.99
Repair torn and worn-out boots of suspension tie rod ends – without having to buy the entire and expensive tie rod. Adds durability surpassing most OEM rubber boots. Exclusive 5 point sealing action. Choose from four sizes and round or octagon styles. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane for added performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Material
  • Saves Your Tie Rods
  • Lasts Longer
  • Looks Great
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Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13101G)

Tie Rod Dust Boot

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$9.99
Repair torn and worn-out boots of suspension tie rod ends – without having to buy the entire and expensive tie rod. Adds durability surpassing most OEM rubber boots. Exclusive 5 point sealing action. Choose from four sizes and round or octagon styles. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane for added performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Material
  • Saves Your Tie Rods
  • Lasts Longer
  • Looks Great
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; Ford 289-302; Socket (Part No.5543)

Wire Set; Street Fire; Ford 289-302; Socket

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$72.99
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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MSD Ignition – Wire Set; Street Fire; Multi-Angle plug; HEI; Universal (Part No.5550)

Wire Set; Street Fire; Multi-Angle plug; HEI; Universal

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$72.39
The street fire spark plug wires feature a low resistance conductor that’s wrapped in a sleek and durable black sleeve. The terminals are covered in black boots that protect the conductor from engine heat to ensure spark delivery.

Product Features:
  • Helically wound conductor suppresses electro and radio noise
  • Kevlar core combination for great strength and durability
  • Heavy Duty Terminals For Secure Connection
  • 8mm silicone and synthetic jacket resists heat and abrasion
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Resistance For Improved Spark Delivery And Power
  • Silicone Boots Protect Against High Exhaust Temps
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Accel – Universal Fit Graphite Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8026)

Universal Fit Graphite Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set

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$128.99
These ACCEL carbon and graphite core wire sets virtually eliminate RFI noise, while providing maximum conductivity for ultimate performance in any race or street application. Double silicon insulation eliminates leakage and misfire.

Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty 8.8mm Oversized Silicone Jacket
  • 500 Ohms/ft. Of Resistance
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Accel – Supercoil (Part No.140001)

Supercoil

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

Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power

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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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Energy Suspension – Sway Bar End Link Kit (Part No.9.8122R)

Sway Bar End Link Kit

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$25.99
Made of high durometer, very firm, Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane. They’re economical, increase efficiency and are easy to install. Use Energy Suspension sway bar end links with sway bar bushings to get the maximum performance benefit. Combine both for the same effect as buying a larger sway bar. Together they offer a dramatic improvement in performance and handling.

Product Features:
  • Made from HYPER-Flex Polyurethane
  • Allows Vehicle to Work At Maximum Efficiency
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Performance and Greater Longevity
  • Lasts Much Longer Than OEM Rubber End Links
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Energy Suspension – Sway Bar End Link Kit (Part No.9.8122G)

Sway Bar End Link Kit

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$25.99
Made of high durometer, very firm, Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane. They’re economical, increase efficiency and are easy to install. Use Energy Suspension sway bar end links with sway bar bushings to get the maximum performance benefit. Combine both for the same effect as buying a larger sway bar. Together they offer a dramatic improvement in performance and handling.

Product Features:
  • Made from HYPER-Flex Polyurethane
  • Allows Vehicle to Work At Maximum Efficiency
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Performance and Greater Longevity
  • Lasts Much Longer Than OEM Rubber End Links
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Energy Suspension – Sway Bar End Link Kit (Part No.9.8120G)

Sway Bar End Link Kit

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$26.99
Made of high durometer, very firm, Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane. They’re economical, increase efficiency and are easy to install. Use Energy Suspension sway bar end links with sway bar bushings to get the maximum performance benefit. Combine both for the same effect as buying a larger sway bar. Together they offer a dramatic improvement in performance and handling.

Product Features:
  • Made from HYPER-Flex Polyurethane
  • Allows Vehicle to Work At Maximum Efficiency
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Performance and Greater Longevity
  • Lasts Much Longer Than OEM Rubber End Links
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Mallory – Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8 (Part No.501)

Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8

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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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Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)

Distributor Wiring Harness

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$30.49


Product Features:
  • Service Part
  • Makes Connections Quick And Easy
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Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)

Unilite Ignition Module

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$85.29
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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1961 Mercury Comet Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1961 Mercury Comet to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Performance and Racing Products. With 12 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $5.99 to $128.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1961 Mercury Comet.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 5 different brands like Accel, Energy Suspension, and Fram. 1961 Mercury Comet Performance and Racing Products start as low as $5.99!

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Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1961 Mercury Comet

Trusted Performance and Racing Products OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1961 Mercury Comet running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Accel, Energy Suspension, Fram, and even more.

Popular Mallory Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular Mallory brand products across Performance Ignition Products. All are waiting to get your 1961 Mercury Comet back on the road. Some of the top-rated Mallory products in these categories are:
Unilite Ignition Module
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Unilite Ignition Module
Performance Ignition Parts

FAQs for 1961 Mercury Comet Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 Mercury Comet?

Out of 12 Performance and Racing Products for the 1961 Mercury Comet, the most popular in our inventory are:
Tie Rod Dust Boot
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Tie Rod Dust Boot
Performance Tie Rod End Boots
High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on
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High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on
Performance Oil Filters
Universal Fit Graphite Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set
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Universal Fit Graphite Suppression; Spark Plug Wire Set
Performance Spark Plug Wires