1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Ford 351W (Part No.CL35-250-4)

Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam and Lifter Kit for Ford 351W

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$373.99
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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Accel – Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8854)

Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set

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$112.99
These ACCEL wire sets are custom tailored for true street and strip performance use. Features oversize 8.8 mm ultra performance wires and spark plug boots, 550 degrees Fahrenheit double silicone construction with fiberglass braid. Spiral wound steel core conductor.

Product Features:
  • 8.8mm Graphite Suppression
  • Silicone Spark Plug Boots
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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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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$38.49
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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Earls Performance Product – Solo Bleed (Part No.280021ERL)

Solo Bleed

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$32.59


Product Features:
  • Prevents Air Inclusion
  • Direct Replacement
  • For OE Bleeders
  • One Person Bleeds Safely
  • Without The Mess
  • No Chance Of Air Bubbles
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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.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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Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

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$26.99
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 180 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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Mr. Gasket – Dust Cap (Part No.2485)

Dust Cap

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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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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.4.3115G)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$149.99
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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Edelbrock – CARBURETOR (Part No.1812)

CARBURETOR

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$443.99
New qwik-tune adjustable secondary air valve. Optional single or dual fuel inlet. Distinctive black accented hardware. No gaskets below fuel level to prevent leakage. Metering rod and step up springs can be changed easily. GM and AMC style throttle linkag

Product Features:
  • New Qwik-Tune Adjustable Secondary Air Valve
  • Optional Single Or Dual Fuel Inlet
  • Distinctive Black Accented Hardware
  • No Gaskets Below Fuel Level to Prevent Leakage
  • Metering Rod/Step Up Springs Can Be Changed Easily
  • GM/AMC-Style Throttle Linkage
  • Exclusive 12 Month Complete Satisfaction Warranty
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Edelbrock – Performer 289 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford (Part No.2121)

Performer 289 Intake Manifold for Small-Block Ford

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$299.99


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
  • Available in Multiple Finishes
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Spectre – Valve Cover (Part No.5265)

Valve Cover

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Lakewood – Drag Shock-70/30:Ford/GM/Mopar (Part No.40121)

Drag Shock-70/30:Ford/GM/Mopar

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$104.99
The best all-round choice for vehicles with leaf or coil springs. Properly loads rear wheels to prevent over-reaction and wheel hop.

Product Features:
  • Excellent Weight Transfer
  • Lets Front End Down Quickly
  • Maximum Traction
  • Makes Vehicle Safer
  • Easier Control At End Of Track
  • Better Overall Stability
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Spectre – Water Neck (Part No.4232)

Water Neck

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$23.99
Spectre’s Ford small block water neck fits 1965 – 19475 Ford 221, 289, 302 and 351W engines. This water neck has been designed around the OEM specifications and has a chrome plated finish for a lasting look that fits great. This water neck includes the bolts and sealing O-ring, and also features a 1/2 inch outside diameter by-pass hose connection.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1965 – 19475 Ford 221, 289, 302 and 351W engines
  • Includes bolts and sealing O-ring
  • Has additional 1/2 inch by-pass hose fitting
  • Chrome plated
  • Designed for OEM fit
  • Easy to install
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MSD Ignition – Harness; MSD 6 to Ford TFI (Part No.8874)

Harness; MSD 6 to Ford TFI

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$54.39
MSD Ignition control are easy to install, but we also offer several plug-in harnesses. These are especially handy for quick installation on late model vehicles! The harnesses plug directly into your factory coil and harness then four color coded wires plug into the corresponding wires of the MSD. Two wires go from the MSD to the battery and you’re done with no cutting or splicing!

Product Features:
  • Splice free installation
  • Plugs directly into factory coil
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier (Part No.D3TZ4204A)

Differential Carrier

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$226.99


Product Features:
  • FORD 9″ EMPTY POSI CASE – 28 & 31 SPLINES
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Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-215-2)

High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 221-302

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$550.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications. Offering

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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B & M – Shift Improver Kit, 67-91 C6 Transmission (Part No.40262)

Shift Improver Kit, 67-91 C6 Transmission

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$67.99
The B&M Shift Improver kit, is the easiest way to get the performance you want out of your transmission. A few simple modifications and your transmission will shift fast, firm and live longer.

Product Features:
  • Provides Crisp Shifts
  • On Any Stock Automatic Transmission
  • Eliminates Soft/Sluggish Shift
  • Eliminates Shift Overlap
  • Eliminate Clutch and Band Wear
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Transmission Removal Not Required
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed (Part No.80683)

Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed

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$439.99
The B&M Quicksilver features a ratcheting action for positive shifts, Chrome Knob, neutral safety switch, NHRA/IHRA approved Reverse Lockout. Fits Most 3 and 4 speeds.

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Base Trimmed For Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.4.3111R)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$50.99
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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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890457)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$221.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.57 MGP
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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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K&N – Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine (Part No.HP-2004)

Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine

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$17.99
K&N premium oil filters are meticulously engineered to offer outstanding filtration and engine protection. The heavy-duty canister is engineered to be exceptionally durable, and a one-inch welded hex nut can be used for quick and easy filter removal. Each filter is specifically designed to withstand the service intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers.

Product Features:
  • HIGH FLOW RATES: Designed to provide exceptional flow rates and a consistent flow of oil to your engine
  • VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY: Designed to operate with all synthetic, conventional, and blended motor oils
  • PROTECT YOUR ENGINE: Pleated synthetic-blend filtration media removes most harmful contaminants
  • EXTENSIVELY TESTED: Laboratory tested to ensure excellent capacity and burst strength
  • EASY TO REMOVE: Fast and easy Wrench-Off removal
  • HEAVY-DUTY CONSTRUCTION: Heavy-duty canister for outstanding durability
  • HIGH CAPACITY: Withstand the longer service intervals now recommended by some vehicle manufacturers
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Competition Cams – VALVE SPRINGS, 1.509" DUAL 1 ST (Part No.924-16)

VALVE SPRINGS, 1.509" DUAL 1 ST

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$788.99
Dual Valve Springs from COMP Cams are manufactured from Super Clean wire and subject to extensive quality control testing to deliver a valve spring assembly with superior strength, durability and valve train stability, no matter what the application. The dual spring design creates a stronger valve spring that can easily handle the increased lift found in extreme stress applications. COMP Cams Dual Valve Springs exceed the expectations of today’s engine builders and racers.

Product Features:
  • Seat pressure: 112 lbs. @ 1.900″, Open Pressure: 355 lbs. @ 1.200″
  • O.D.: 1.509″, I.D.: 0.697″
  • Dual valve springs with damper
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MSD Ignition – Coil; Street Fire; Ford TFI (Part No.5527)

Coil; Street Fire; Ford TFI

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$65.99
These new coils mount directly in place of the factory coils and accept the factory connectors. Spark energy is increased thanks to improved materials and windings that were spec’d by MSD engineering.

Product Features:
  • Bolt-on Performance
  • Factory replacement coil
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Accel – Contact Set Hp 32 Oz (Part No.110228)

Contact Set Hp 32 Oz

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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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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$100.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1018)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$49.49
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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1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1971 Ford Thunderbird 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 88 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $12.09 to $788.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Performance and Racing Products brand, we stock 17 different brands like Accel, Mr. Gasket, and Edelbrock. 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products start as low as $12.09!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Performance and Racing Products is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 181 extensive product reviews on 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products. Some of the top-rated Performance and Racing Products products we carry are High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on with 4.0 stars and Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter with 4.3 stars.

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Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1971 Ford Thunderbird

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 1971 Ford Thunderbird running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Accel, Mr. Gasket, Edelbrock, 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 1971 Ford Thunderbird back on the road. Some of the top-rated Mallory products in these categories are:
Unilite Ignition Module
from $85.29
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Unilite Ignition Module
Performance Ignition Parts
Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8
from $134.99
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Mallory Kit: Unil Conv: Delco: V8
Performance Ignition Parts

Top-Rated Edelbrock Performance and Racing Products


If Edelbrock are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Edelbrock brand Performance and Racing Products for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird, and some of our most reviewed Edelbrock parts include:

FAQs for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products

What are the most purchased Performance and Racing Products for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 88 Performance and Racing Products for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
from $26.99
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
High Performance Thermostat
from $27.49
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High Performance Thermostat
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

What are the top-rated 1971 Ford Thunderbird Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on
from $16.99
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High Perf. Full-Flow Lube Spin-on
“Filter size for my boat. OMC 460. works fine. HP filters have a bypass so that clogs do not cause the engine to starve for oil… important for HP eng”
Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter
from $269.99
(3)
Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter
“Super easy to install, works nice.”
Action +Plus; Intake Manifold
from $349.99
(2)
Action +Plus; Intake Manifold
“Nice clean intake lookes better than edelbrock”