1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
More 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
Find your specific 1981 Ford Mustang original or aftermarket Performance Engines below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.
Essential 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7830)
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$80.99Product 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
Edelbrock – TIMING CHAIN (Part No.7844)
Edelbrock – Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7335)
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$185.99Product Features:
- Dial-In Your Camshaft With Ease
- Made From Induction Hardened Billet Steel
- Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
- Billet SAE-1144 Steel Crank Sprockets
- Multiple Keyways
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1020)
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$41.99
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.1011-2)
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$52.99
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
Mr. Gasket – MLS Head Gasket (Part No.3175G)
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$103.99
Manufactured from nitrile coated spring steel layers. Stress formed embossment provides excellent sealing. Also provides stability and reduces cylinder bore distortion. Ideal for super charged, turbo charged, nitrous oxide and extreme compression ratios. For high performance street, drag race and oval track. Packaged individually.
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- Ss layers with a elastomer coating
- Stress formed embossments to seal ext pressure
- Provides stability and reduces cyl distortion
- For high performance street drag and oval track
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1035)
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$82.99
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.1028)
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$91.99
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.1011-1)
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$51.99
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
Edelbrock – Cylinder Head Gasket Set for Ford (Part No.7337)
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1013)
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$58.99
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
Mr. Gasket – Head Gasket (Part No.1132G)
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$35.99
With the ever-increasing technology in performance and racing engines, supercharged, turbo charged, nitrous-oxide and extreme compression ratios, a demand was created for stronger, more durable engine gaskets. Mr. Gasket, the originator of high performance gaskets, has met the challenge and developed performance gaskets in a variety of materials for all applications to meet the sealing demands of these engines. Mr. Gasket engine gaskets are the most advanced, tested and proven in the performance market today and earned the respect of many professional and sportsman racers.
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- Embossed copper
- Provides excellent stability and reduces cyl distortion
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1018)
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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
Edelbrock – Engine Gasket Set (Head / Intake / Exhaust / Valve Cover) for Ford (Part No.7377)
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The Edelbrock #7377 head gaskets provide the best sealing solution and are matched to Edelbrock cylinder heads for optimal performance. Edelbrock relies on industry leading head gasket manufactures to ensure our head gasket sets will provide the best fit
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- Head: 4.100″ Bore/0.047″ Thick/10.20cc Vol.
- Intake: 1.52″x2.16″ Port/.060″ Thick
- Exhaust: 1.98″x1.56″ Port
- 3/16″ Valve Cover
- Multi Piece Configuration
Mr. Gasket – Precision Timing Tape (Part No.1594)
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Avoid trouble with this precision timing tape. Use it for accurate timing, setting valve lash or when degreeing the harmonic balancer.
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- Accurate in calibration
- For hi-performance engines
- Increased performance
- Set valve lash at proper time
Mr. Gasket – Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit (Part No.7847)
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$35.99
The grade 8 bolts feature high hex head to prevent socket slippage. The thick parallel ground washer allows accurate uniform torque. Black finished, complete with split lock washer to prevent loosening.
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- Grade 8 material
- Heat-treated for strength
- 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 4 different Performance Engines in our inventory ranging from $29.99 to $185.99. 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 3 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Ford Mustang. Mr. Gasket, FEL-PRO Performance, 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.
FAQs for 1981 Ford Mustang Performance Engines
What are the most purchased Performance Engines for the 1981 Ford Mustang?
Out of 4 Performance Engines for the 1981 Ford Mustang, the most popular in our inventory are:
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Ultra Seal; Harmonic Balancer Bolt/Washer Kit
Performance Engine Harmonic Balancers
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Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts
Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets
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Hex-A-Just By Cloyes Adj. True-Roller Timing Chain Set
Performance Engine Timing Sets and Components
