1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers

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Keep Your 1981 Ford Thunderbird in Top Shape with Quality Brake Calipers

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Brake Caliper, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1981 Ford Thunderbird looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Front Brake Calipers. 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 1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Caliper at Advance Auto Parts is around $39.75, with a range that starts at $39.05 and goes up to $40.45. With 2 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4135 and Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4134 start at just $39.05 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Brake Caliper, don’t forget to check out other key components like Brake Pads and Shoes and Brake Rotors and Drums. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1981 Ford Thunderbird in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers

Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4378 (Part No.18-B4378)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4378

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$76.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4792 (Part No.18-B4792)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4792

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$66.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4379 (Part No.18-B4379)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4379

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$76.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4383C (Part No.18-B4383C)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4383C

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$59.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4011 (Part No.18-4011)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4011

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$61.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4202 (Part No.18-4202)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4202

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$38.49
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4083 (Part No.18-4083)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4083

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$37.49
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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PowerStop – PowerStop Disc Brake Caliper Set, S4812 (Part No.S4812)

PowerStop Disc Brake Caliper Set, S4812

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$218.99
PowerStop Powder Coated Brake Calipers are made specifically with the enthusiast in mind. These calipers (sold as pairs) bolt directly in place of the original stock calipers and look great behind any set of wheels. PowerStop Brake Calipers and brackets are engineered to provide the best performance and reliability, and are coated with a durable electrostatic high-temperature red powder coat. The easy-to-clean coating provides resistance to rust and corrosion thus extending the life of your calipers. PowerStop calipers are 100% pressure tested and inspected to verify piston operation to guarantee a reliable, high quality brake performance. Expertly assembled with everything needed for a brake upgrade using new seals, guide pins, dust boots, bleeder screws, and stainless-steel abutment hardware clips. Our mechanical parking brake calipers are provided as a complete assembly to include all adjusting hardware, actuating levers, return springs, clips and bolts. High temperature EPDM rubber dust boots and premium lubricants ensure a smooth caliper operation and durability in the harshest conditions. PowerStop Powder Coated Brake Calipers are finished in a high-temp powder coating and designed to enhance both the performance and custom look of your vehicle!
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4135 (Part No.18-4135)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4135

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$48.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4010 (Part No.18-4010)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4010

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$61.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4793 (Part No.18-B4793)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4793

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$66.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4203 (Part No.18-4203)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4203

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$38.49
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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PowerStop – PowerStop Disc Brake Caliper Set, S4378 (Part No.S4378)

PowerStop Disc Brake Caliper Set, S4378

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$268.99
PowerStop Powder Coated Brake Calipers are made specifically with the enthusiast in mind. These calipers (sold as pairs) bolt directly in place of the original stock calipers and look great behind any set of wheels. PowerStop Brake Calipers are engineered to provide the best performance and reliability, and are coated with a durable electrostatic high-temperature red powder coat. The easy-to-clean coating provides resistance to rust and corrosion thus extending the life of your calipers. PowerStop calipers are 100% pressure tested and inspected to verify piston operation to guarantee a reliable, high quality brake performance. Expertly assembled with everything needed for a brake upgrade using new seals, caliper slide pins/bolts, dust boots, bleeder screws, and stainless-steel pad attachment hardware. High temperature EPDM rubber dust boots and premium lubricants ensure a smooth caliper operation and durability in the harshest conditions. PowerStop Powder Coated Brake Calipers are finished in a high-temp powder coating and designed to enhance both the performance and custom look of your vehicle!
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4258 (Part No.18-4258)

Carquest Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4258

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$40.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4382C (Part No.18-B4382C)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket Remanufactured, 18-B4382C

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$59.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4084 (Part No.18-4084)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4084

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$37.49
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4311 (Part No.18-4311)

Carquest Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4311

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$32.49
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4134 (Part No.18-4134)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4134

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$48.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4257 (Part No.18-4257)

Carquest Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4257

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$40.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Most Popular Front Brake Calipers for 1981 Ford Thunderbirds

Enhance your 1981 Ford Thunderbird with one of the 2 Front Brake Calipers we have in stock, starting at just $48.99.

Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4135 (Part No.18-4135)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4135

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$48.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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Carquest Premium – Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4134 (Part No.18-4134)

Carquest Semi Loaded Disc Brake Caliper Remanufactured, 18-4134

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$48.99
Carquest Premium Brake Calipers are remanufactured to meet or exceed OE specifications for performance and durability. Each cast iron caliper is finished with OE-style zinc-dichromate for superior rust protection. Application-specific brackets and abutment hardware (where required) to ensure an easier installation. New EPDM rubber seals and dust boots to resist heat and prevent leaks. Every unit is 100 percentage tested for pressure and fit, ensuring out-of-the-box reliability.
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FAQs for 1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers

What are the best-selling Brake Calipers for 1981 Ford Thunderbirds?

Out of 2 Brake Calipers that fit 1981 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers?

The prices of Brake Calipers for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird range from $39.05 up to $40.45 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Brake Caliper for a 1981 Ford Thunderbird?

The average price for Brake Calipers for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird is $39.75. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Brake Caliper category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Brake Calipers for other Ford Thunderbird model years?

Yes, we carry Brake Calipers for 32 model years of Ford Thunderbirds between 1968 and 2005. The following model years are the most popular for Brake Caliper purchases: 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, and 1993.

What are the cheapest Brake Calipers for my 1981 Ford Thunderbird?

The cheapest 1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Brake Calipers for any other 1981 Ford models?

Yes. We stock Brake Calipers for 13 other popular 1981 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1981 Mustang Brake Calipers, 1981 E-250 Econoline Brake Calipers, 1981 E-350 Econoline Brake Calipers, 1981 E-150 Econoline Brake Calipers, and 1981 Bronco Brake Calipers.

What types of Brake Calipers do you sell for my 1981 Ford Thunderbird?

We currently have just 1 Brake Caliper in stock for a 1981 Ford Thunderbird, and as of 8/2/26, it is a Front Brake Caliper.

Can I get help with 1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Caliper orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Ford Brake Calipers and more.

What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers?

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