1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

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Keep Your 1971 Ford Thunderbird in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1971 Ford Thunderbird looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets, Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets, and Performance Intake Manifolds. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $265.65, with a range that starts at $8.99 and goes up to $1,245.99. With 78 options in stock from 6 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit, and Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set start at just $32.49 and offer a great balance of form and function.

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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Fuel Systems. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1971 Ford Thunderbird in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7313)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford

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$65.99
Product Features:
  • Cylinder Head Gasket
  • 1963-1996 289-302 (except boss)-351w; 1982-1996 5L
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Competition Cams – ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST (Part No.17043-16)

ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST

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$249.99
The COMP Cams High Energy Die-Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms are new rocker arms from the valve train leader that have been designed for street and moderate race use. They feature a die-cast body created from aluminum with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. The die-cast, larger than stock body offers the strength properties and light weight of aluminum while the specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip decrease friction and lower oil temperatures, thus improving response and horsepower.

Product Features:
  • Cost effective aluminum construction provides superior strength to weight ratio
  • Needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip reduce friction and lower oil temperatures for improved response and horsepower
  • Durable design increases valve lift while withstanding the rigors of moderate race use
  • Die-formed aluminum body is larger than stock, and may require modifications to stock valve covers for clearance.
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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1811)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$30.99
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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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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$32.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.

Product Features:
  • Opens At 195 Degrees
  • Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
  • Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
  • For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
  • Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
  • High Flow
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9733)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$141.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5722, 5796
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 383-400-413-440 V8 1969-79 (Part No.5792)

Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 383-400-413-440 V8 1969-79

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$149.99
Product Features:
  • Non-Rotator Type
  • 1.550 in. Outer Diameter
  • .190 Wire Size
  • Single Coil Spring Type
  • Set of 16
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Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Small Block Ford 289-302 (Part No.9632)

Pushrod Set for Small Block Ford 289-302

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$221.99
Product Features:
  • Case-Hardened Tubing
  • Surface Hardening
  • Welded Ends
  • 0.3125 in. Diameter
  • Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
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Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2664)

Water Neck

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$35.99
Precision die-cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Comes with gasket and mounting bolts.

Product Features:
  • Complete with gasket and mounting bolts
  • Chrome plated
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Competition Cams – Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-331-4)

Magnum 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.

Product Features:
  • Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
  • Great high RPM power.
  • Easy on valve train parts.
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-600-5)

Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$478.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Main Seal Set (Part No.2948)

Performance Main Seal Set

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$49.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • Fluoroelastomer compound combines optimum resistance to heat, oils and abrasion for longivity.
  • Optimizes performance under high crankcase vacuum conditions, elevated temperatures and high RPM levels.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Mr. Gasket – Rear Main Seal Gasket (Part No.1965)

Rear Main Seal Gasket

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$51.99
This Mr. Gasket Rear Main Seal is made from silicone to allow the seal to handle extreme engine oil temperature. It also provides for an upgrade for that leaky rope style seal and is a direct replacement for a rubber main seal. It’s also injection molded for a precise fit.

Product Features:
  • Repairs That Leaky Rear Main Sail
  • Silicone Rubber to Withstand Extreme Engine Oil Temperatures
  • Upgrade for Rope Seal Equipped Cars or Direct Replacement for Rubber Main Seal
  • Injection Molded for Precise Fit
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Competition Cams – Valve Seals, Umbrella 11/32" 1 St (Part No.502-16)

Valve Seals, Umbrella 11/32" 1 St

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$230.99
COMP Cams offers a complete line of valve stem seals, from the umbrella seals to the positive-stop Teflon seal. These seals are a must to keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber through the clearance in the valve guides. The umbrella seal is normally used when a larger-than-stock diameter spring is used, in the case of a double spring, the positive-stop Teflon seal is used. The umbrella seals require no machining, but with the Teflon seal it is necessary to disassemble the heads and machine the top of the guide with a special .530 diameter cutter. Whenever you are planning an engine overhaul or a cam change, don’t forget the valve seals.

Product Features:
  • Work with stock guides and 11/32″ valve stem diameter
  • Valve stem oil seals keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber
  • Several different types of valve seals are offered
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Competition Cams – VALVE SEALS, 11/32" TEFLON 1 ST (Part No.503-16)

VALVE SEALS, 11/32" TEFLON 1 ST

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$223.99
COMP Cams offers a complete line of valve stem seals, from the umbrella seals to the positive-stop Teflon seal. These seals are a must to keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber through the clearance in the valve guides. The umbrella seal is normally used when a larger-than-stock diameter spring is used, in the case of a double spring, the positive-stop Teflon seal is used. The umbrella seals require no machining, but with the Teflon seal it is necessary to disassemble the heads and machine the top of the guide with a special .530 diameter cutter. Whenever you are planning an engine overhaul or a cam change, don’t forget the valve seals.

Product Features:
  • Work with .530″ guides and 11/32″ valve stem diameter
  • Valve stem oil seals keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber
  • Several different types of valve seals are offered
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B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 2400 (Part No.50441)

Torque Converter, Tork Master 2400

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$529.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength. Due to torque converter co

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
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B & M – CONVERTER AOD HP (Part No.40437)

CONVERTER AOD HP

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$366.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength.

Product Features:
  • New Precision Pump Drive Tube
  • Pressure Tested
  • Fully Balanced
  • Needle Thrust Bearing
  • New Thrust Washer
  • Washer Between Turbine and Cover
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL35-242-3)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit

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$354.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts.

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
  • More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
  • Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus camshaft for Ford 351M-400 V-8 (Part No.2172)

Performer-Plus camshaft for Ford 351M-400 V-8

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$363.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1614)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$24.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Die cut silicone rubber gaskets conform to out-of-flat covers
  • Great for on-again/off-again situations
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7563)

Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford

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$64.99
Product Features:
  • Valve Cover Gasket
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Mr. Gasket – Intake Gasket (Part No.202A)

Intake Gasket

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$47.49
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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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket (Part No.5835)

Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket

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$44.49
Ultra-Seal intake manifold gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Incorporates Silicone beading around each intake and water outlet port to provide additional sealing strength on both sides of each gasket. No gasket sealer required. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Includes manifold end seals and distributor gasket.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Silicone beading on both sides of each gasket
  • Complete with manifold end seals and distributor gasket
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
  • Creates Tight Leak proof Seal
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Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7847)

Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit

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$45.49
Mr. Gasket Harmonic Balancer Bolt for Ford V8 except 351C. Fits 221,260,289,302,351W small block Windsor engines, 332,352,360,390,406,410,427,428 FEs, and 429,460 385 series big blocks. 5/8-18 x 2 inch long heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel with a thick parallel ground washer to provide accurate, uniform torque.

Product Features:
  • Heat treated black oxide coated Grade 8 alloy steel
  • Thick parallel ground washer provides more accurate, uniform torque
  • Hex Prevents Socket Slippage
  • Accurate And Uniform Torque
  • Black Plated Finish
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Edelbrock – Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Satin Finish (Part No.2105)

Performer 390 Intake Manifold for Ford FE, Satin Finish

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$597.99


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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Weiand – High-Rise Dual Plane Intake Manifold for Maximum Torque (Part No.8012)

High-Rise Dual Plane Intake Manifold for Maximum Torque

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$399.99


Product Features:
  • High Rise/Dual Plane Design For Maximum Torque
  • Fully CNC Machined For A Perfect Fit
  • Square Bore Carburetor Flange
  • Exhaust Crossover For Improved Street Drivability
  • Permanent Mold Casting Process
  • Lighter/Smoother/Better Looking
  • More Consistent Castings
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Edelbrock – Performer 351 Intake Manifold for Ford 351- 4V Cleveland (Part No.2665)

Performer 351 Intake Manifold for Ford 351- 4V Cleveland

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$465.99


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
  • Accepts both 4V and 2V Carburetors
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Edelbrock – Performer 351-W Intake Manifold for S/B Ford 351 Windsor, Black Finish (Part No.21813)

Performer 351-W Intake Manifold for S/B Ford 351 Windsor, Black Finish

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$627.99
Edelbrock part #21813 Performer 351W intake manifold is designed for street 351 c.i.d. Ford Windsor V8’s. Will not fit Boss 351. Aftermarket 4-bbl carbs are not compatible with Ford Auto Overdrive Transmission (AOD) unless used with Lokar bracket SRK-4000

Product Features:
  • Idle-5500 RPM Range
  • Dual Plane Type-4150 Style Flange
  • 3.4 in. Front Height, 4.07 in. Center Height, 4.75 in. Rear Height
  • Black Powder Coated Finish
  • Made In The USA
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Edelbrock – Victor Jr. 302 Intake Manifold Small-Block Ford (Part No.2921)

Victor Jr. 302 Intake Manifold Small-Block Ford

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$474.99
Race winning design for all types of competition. Single plane maximizes torque and horsepower. Runners feature extra material for custom porting. For performance in 3500 to 7500 RPM range. For modified OE or aftermarket Windsor aluminum heads. Match with Edelbrock heads for maximum performance. Port exits can be opened to 2.10 x 1.18 inch. In the early days of the automotive performance industry, you either ran what was available, or you fabricated something you thought met your needs. Such needs were the building blocks of this industry, and it was through the efforts of many that we have the automotive aftermarket, but it was through the work of one name in particular to which many in the industry owe a great debt, and that name is Edelbrock.

Product Features:
  • Race Winning Design for all Types of Competition
  • Single Plane Maximizes Torque and Horsepower
  • Runners Feature Extra Material for Custom Porting
  • For Performance in 3500 to 7500 RPM Range
  • For Modified OE or Aftermarket Windsor Alum Heads
  • Match with Edelbrock Heads for Max Performance
  • Port Exits Can be Opened to 2.10 x 1.18 in.
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Most Popular Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

Enhance your 1971 Ford Thunderbird with one of the 4 Performance Engine Intake Manifold Gaskets we have in stock, starting at just $31.99.

Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket (Part No.5838)

Ultra Seal: Intake Gasket

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$51.99
Ultra-Seal intake manifold gaskets are manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material. Provides excellent sealing and durability. Incorporates Silicone beading around each intake and water outlet port to provide additional sealing strength on both sides of each gasket. No gasket sealer required. For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Includes manifold end seals.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from cellulose/nitrile composition gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • Silicone beading on both sides of each gasket
  • Complete with manifold end seals
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use
  • Creates Tight Leak proof Seal
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1230)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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$38.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are designed, reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research and development
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 7 Piece Set (Part No.1240)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 7 Piece Set

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$39.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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.
  • 1970-82; w/2 Bbl. Cylinder heads
  • 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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FEL-PRO Performance – Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set (Part No.1228)

Lower Intake Manifold Gasket Set: 5 Piece Set

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$31.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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.
  • 1970-74; w/4 Bbl. Cylinder heads
  • 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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Best-Selling 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets

Upgrade your Thunderbird with one of our 4 best-selling Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets.

FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1018)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$53.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printo seal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1013)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$59.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
  • NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
  • SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
  • STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7314)

Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford

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$133.99
Product Features:
  • 4.5 in. Cylinder Bore Diameter
  • 0.048 in. Thickness
  • 12.5cc Volume
  • Gray Color
  • Two Piece Configuration
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Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford (Part No.7365)

Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford

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$119.99
Product Features:
  • Head: 4.500″ Bore/0.048″ Thick/12.5cc Vol.
  • Intake: 1.98″x2.26″ Port/.060″ Thick
  • Exhaust: 1.50″x2.10″ Port
  • 5/16″ Valve Cover
  • Multi Piece Configuration
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Top-Quality Performance Intake Manifolds for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Intake Manifold for Ford Thunderbirds and enjoy top-notch performance from $386.99.

Weiand – High-Rise Dual Plane Intake Manifold for Maximum Torque (Part No.8012)

High-Rise Dual Plane Intake Manifold for Maximum Torque

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$399.99


Product Features:
  • High Rise/Dual Plane Design For Maximum Torque
  • Fully CNC Machined For A Perfect Fit
  • Square Bore Carburetor Flange
  • Exhaust Crossover For Improved Street Drivability
  • Permanent Mold Casting Process
  • Lighter/Smoother/Better Looking
  • More Consistent Castings
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Weiand – Action +Plus; Intake Manifold (Part No.8010)

Action +Plus; Intake Manifold

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$386.99
New Everbright(TM) Manifold coating now available on the most popular Weiand and Holley intakes uses proprietary vacuum metalizing technology combined with a protective clear powdercoat to provide long lasting, virtually maintenance free polished looks.

Product Features:
  • Low Rise/Dual Plane Design For Maximum Torque
  • Permanent Mold Casting Process
  • Lighter/Smoother/Better Looking/Consistent Casting
  • Dyno Proven To Make 25hp Over Competition
  • Fully CNC Machined For A Perfect Fit
  • Square Bore Carburetor Flange
  • Exhaust Crossover For Improved Street Drivability
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Top Picks for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets

Invest in one of our 2 durable Performance Engine Valve Cover Gasket Sets for your 1971 Ford, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

FEL-PRO Performance – Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.1619)

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$30.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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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Edelbrock – Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7563)

Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford

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$64.99
Product Features:
  • Valve Cover Gasket
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Performance Engine Oil Pan Gaskets for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

Make a smart move for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird with products all priced from $27.99 to $30.99.

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

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$30.99
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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FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.1812)

PERFORMANCE OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$27.99
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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FAQs for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds?

Out of 78 Performance Engines that fit 1971 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird range from $8.99 up to $1,245.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird is $265.65. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Ford Thunderbird model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 38 model years of Ford Thunderbirds between 1958 and 1997. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, and 1989.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1971 Ford models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 23 other popular 1971 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1971 Mustang Performance Engines, 1971 Bronco Performance Engines, 1971 Country Squire Performance Engines, 1971 LTD Performance Engines, and 1971 Galaxie 500 Performance Engines.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1971 Ford Thunderbird:

Can I get help with 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine orders?

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What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines?

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