1981 Ford Thunderbird Brake Calipers

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 $46.99, with a range that starts at $46.99. With 2 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Disc Brake Caliper and Disc Brake Caliper start at just $46.99 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 – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4311)

Disc Brake Caliper

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$30.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4010)

Disc Brake Caliper

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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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4258)

Disc Brake Caliper

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$39.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4083)

Disc Brake Caliper

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$35.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4257)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$39.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4202)

Disc Brake Caliper

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$36.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.18-B4792)

Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

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$65.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4203)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$36.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4312)

Disc Brake Caliper

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$30.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.18-B4793)

Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

from

$65.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4135)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$46.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.18-B4379)

Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

from

$71.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.18-B4382C)

Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

from

$58.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

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

Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

from

$71.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4084)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$35.49
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4134)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$46.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket (Part No.18-B4383C)

Disc Brake Caliper with Bracket

from

$58.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4011)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
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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 $46.99.

Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4135)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$46.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

Carquest Premium – Disc Brake Caliper (Part No.18-4134)

Disc Brake Caliper

from

$46.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications for performance and durability
  • Brackets included where required for complete system restoration
  • OE-style zinc dichromate anti-corrosion coating provides superior rust resistance on all iron caliper bodies and brackets
  • New, OE style rubber dust boots and EPDM rubber seals for improved resistance to thermal deterioration and cracking
  • New bleeder screws, banjo bolts, and crush washers included for a complete repair
  • Stainless steel pad abutment hardware included when applicable
See More

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 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 $46.99. 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 11/2/25, 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.