1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
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Essential 1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8548 PT-2)
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$61.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- PROPRIETARY COATING — Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections
- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES — Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN — Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- 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
Felpro – Cylinder Head Gasket Set (Part No.HS 8993 PT-5)
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$83.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- SEALING TECHNOLOGIES – Exclusive sealing innovations and technologies with proprietary materials and unique design features to ensure a superior seal for your repair
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- 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
Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3172)
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Sealed Power« Vintage components provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like new performance. Leading edge materials, ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.
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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3172B)
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Sealed Power Vintage parts provide coverage for applications over 35 years old, restoring classics with like-new performance. Leading-edge materials and ISO & QS certified manufacturing ensures performance and longevity for treasured engine rebuilds.
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- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exceptional material quality
- Exacting tolerances
- Heat treated tips
- Stock or mild modified replacement
- Made in USA
Dorman – Rubber Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In. – Size Range 1-1/2 In. – 1-5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.570-009)
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This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.480 (sold by each) (Part No.555-028)
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$2.29
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-879)
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$18.79
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Complete rocker arm assembly
- 1 Arm
- 1 Pivot
- Stamped steel
- Bolt type mount
- Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.R-1008)
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$15.79
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Dowel Pin (Part No.ES 74011)
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$8.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- Recommended replacement when observing wear on original pins
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Edelbrock – Ford 429-460 Head Bolt Kit (Part No.8566)
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$338.99
The Edelbrock #8566 bolt kit contain a complete set of the highest quality head bolts and hardened washers available. Cold-formed to ensure molecular integrity and heat treated prior to thread rolling and machining. Reduced diameter bolt heads eliminate t
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Felpro – Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set (Part No.ES 71173)
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$67.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Avoid risk associated with re-use of T-T-Y (torque to yield) head bolts
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
Mahle – Mahle Exhaust Valve (Part No.A4050200618MAH)
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MAHLE manufactures intake and exhaust valves in forged and hot-extruded versions in a multitude of materials for gasoline and diesel engines of every size. Depending on the stresses they are subjected to, the valves are reinforced around the seat, hardened, nitrided, or chrome-plated. Sodium-filled hollow valves can be used for extremely high thermal and mechanical loads. Since stresses on the components continue to rise in modern engines, MAHLE is focusing on the ongoing development of cooled valves.
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- OE Quality
- Optimized for strength
- Heat and corrosion resistant
- Chromium plated or nitrided
- Stem optimized to resist wear
Sealed Power – Engine Exhaust Valve (Part No.V-4603)
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$16.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7328)
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$62.99
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- Cylinder Head Gasket
- 1970-1974 351c / 1975 1985 351m / 1971-1981 400m
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Head Gasket (Part No.5807G)
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$75.99
Mr. Gasket Ultra-Seal Head Gaskets are a five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction. The graphite core has excellent thermoconductivity (transfers heat) away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out. They provide excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance. A high temperature silicone coating ensures sealing of engine fluids. Compatible with cast iron or aluminum heads, they will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads. Suitable for high performance street, drag race and oval track use. Sold individually.
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- Five layer (graphite core/perforated steel outer layers) composite construction
- Graphite core has excellent thermo-conductivity-transfers heat away from hot spots in head preventing gasket burn-out
- Provides excellent stability, compressibility and high temperature endurance
- Coated with high temperature silicone to ensure sealing of engine fluids
- Will not brinell (indent) aluminum cylinder heads
- For high performance street, drag race and oval track use
- Compatible w/High Octane Fuel
- Compatible With Exotic Fuel
Felpro – AUXILIARY SHAFT SEAL SET (Part No.TCS 45109)
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$11.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust
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- Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
- Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
- Unsurpassed quality you can trust
- Validated for fit, form and function
- Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
Competition Cams – SUPER VALVE LOCKS, 3/8" 1 ST (Part No.612-16)
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$553.99
Inside tang-to-taper relationship held tightly for repeatable valve spring installed heights
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- For simplicity, any Super Lock fits any COMP Cams 10° retainer – just choose the correct lock for you valve size and application
- Super Locks are recommended in all race applications
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper (Part No.VK-138)
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$0.30
Sealed Power parts provide innovative designs, use leading-edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Spring Retainer Keeper (Part No.VK-115)
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Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Mahle – Cyl. Head Bolt Set (Part No.A3031566828MAH)
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$68.99
Cyl. Head Bolt Set
Dorman – STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.675-131)
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$3.99
Cylinder head bolt stripped or broken? This engine cylinder head bolt directly replaces the original bolt on specific vehicle years, makes and models.
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- Direct replacement – designed to match the fit and function of the original cylinder head bolt on certain vehicles
- Corrosion resistant – withstands elements for reliable service life
- Application specific – made to hold cylinder head in place on specific vehicles
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and inspectors in United States
Mahle – Cyl. Head Bolt Set (Part No.A30311335709MAH)
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$92.08
Cyl. Head Bolt Set
Dorman – Pipe Plug C.S. Hex 3/4-14 Npt X 5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.090-072)
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$3.49
This engine cylinder head plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine cylinder head plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Dorman – Pipe Plug C.S. Square 3/8-18 Npt, Head Size 5/16 In. (sold by each) (Part No.090-019)
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$2.99
This engine cylinder head plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.
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- Direct replacement – this engine cylinder head plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
- Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
- Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
- Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2271)
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$10.49
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2305)
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Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2205)
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$15.79
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-2083)
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$10.29
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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- Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
- Uses leading edge materials
- State-of-the-art manufacturing
- Exacting tolerances
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Popular 1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads Categories
1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Ford Mustang. Maybe you just need a couple of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 17 different Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads in our inventory ranging from $0.43 to $52.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Ford Mustang running smoothly.
Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads are only as good as their brand. We stock 3 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Ford Mustang. Sealed Power, Dorman, and Felpro are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!
We know you’ll find the perfect Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1981 Ford Mustang, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 44 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts with 5.0 stars.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads to keep your 1981 Ford Mustang rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!
Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads Brands To Make Your 1981 Ford Mustang Last
Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Ford Mustang demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Mustang the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads brands and parts.
Popular Sealed Power Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
We carry Sealed Power parts in our stock across Engine Valve Lifters and Push Rods categories, plus more. For a 1981 Ford Mustang, our most popular Sealed Power Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads include:
Top 1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads from Sealed Power
Sealed Power products are another trusted brand when it comes to Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1981 Ford Mustang. Popular Sealed Power parts include:
FAQs for 1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads
What are the most purchased Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1981 Ford Mustang?
Out of 17 Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for the 1981 Ford Mustang, the most popular in our inventory are:
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STD Cylinder Head Bolt, 7/16-14 X 3.938 X 1-1/16 In., Hex 5/8 In. (sold by each)
Cylinder Head Bolts
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Rubber Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In. – Size Range 1-1/2 In. – 1-5/8 In. (sold by each)
Rocker Arm Shaft Plugs
What are the top-rated 1981 Ford Mustang Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads?
Top-rated Valve Cover and Cylinder Heads for your 1981 Ford Mustang based on customer reviews/ratings are:
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Composite, Without Head Bolts
“For the price, I’m never tempted to reuse gaskets, though the quality warrants some to be reused.”
