1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
More 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
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Essential 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford (Part No.7365)
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- 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
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1011-1)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- 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
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1013)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- 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
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1020)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1035)
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Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2663)
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Precision die cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.
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- Chrome plated
- Features an O-Ring style seal to prevent water leaks
- Includes O-Rings and mounting bolts
Spectre – Water Neck; Ford 429-460 (Part No.4734)
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Spectre’s Ford V8 water neck fits Ford 429 – 460 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 sealing O-ring, and has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for the Ford temp sensor.
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- Fits Ford 429 – 460 engines
- Has a 3/8 inch NPT threaded hole for temperature sensor
- Includes sealing O-ring
- Chrome plated
- Easy to install
- Hardware not included
Mr. Gasket – Water Neck (Part No.2662)
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Precision die cast, these water necks are first polished to a high luster, then chrome plated. Features an O-ring style seal to prevent water leaks. Comes with O-ring gasket and mounting bolts.
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- Chrome Plated
- This Is A 45 Degree Neck
- Comes With O-ring And Bolts
- Has Small Hose Fitting On It
Spectre – Water Neck; 351C (Part No.4735)
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Spectre’s Ford water neck fits Ford 351 Cleveland 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 bolts and sealing O-ring.
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- Fits Ford 351 Cleveland
- Includes sealing O-ring and bolts
- Chrome plated
- Easy to install
Spectre – Water Neck (Part No.4232)
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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.
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- 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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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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.
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- 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
Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)
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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.
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- 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
Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7811)
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- Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
- For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
- Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
- 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
- True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
- For Engine w/ 2-piece Fuel Pump Eccentric or EFI
Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7820)
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$67.99Product Features:
- Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
- For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
- Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
- 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
- True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
- For Engine with One-Piece Fuel Pump Eccentric
Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7808)
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- Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
- For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
- Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
- 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
- True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)
Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7821)
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- Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
- For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
- Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
- 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
- True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal: Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7847)
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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.
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- 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
Popular 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines Categories
1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Ford Mustang. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Engines. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 7 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $23.99 to $82.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Ford Mustang running smoothly.
Performance Engines are only as good as their brand. We stock 4 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Ford Mustang. Mr. Gasket, Spectre, and Edelbrock 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 Performance Engines for your 1981 Ford Mustang, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.
So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Engines 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!
Performance Engines 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 Performance Engines 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 Performance Engines brands and parts.
Popular Mr. Gasket Performance Engines
We carry Mr. Gasket parts in our stock across Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats categories, plus more. For a 1981 Ford Mustang, our most popular Mr. Gasket Performance Engines include:
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
FAQs for 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1981 Ford Mustang?
Out of 7 Performance Engines for the 1981 Ford Mustang, the most popular in our inventory are:
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High Performance Thermostat
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats
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Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set
Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components
