1981 Ford Thunderbird Camshafts
Enhance and Protect Your 1981 Ford Thunderbird with Quality Camshafts
Maintaining the performance of your 1981 Ford Thunderbird starts with choosing the right parts, and high-quality Camshafts help ensure a reliable and efficient vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer Camshafts specifically for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird, ensuring a perfect fit and lasting durability. Choosing to shop with Advance Auto Parts means you’re making a smart decision to prioritize both quality and reliability for your vehicle.
Affordable and Reliable Camshafts for Every Budget
Finding affordable, quality Camshafts is easy at Advance Auto Parts. With prices starting as low as $242.99 and an average price of $348.52, you can choose one that fits your budget while delivering the quality you expect. Our Camshafts are competitively priced, ranging from $242.99 to $534.99, so you get value without compromising on strength or reliability.
Explore Related Parts for a Complete Solution
To further enhance your 1981 Ford Thunderbird, don’t miss our related parts categories, including Camshaft Bearings and Camshaft Plugs. These additions will round out your repair or upgrade project and ensure your vehicle is ready for any adventure.
Camshafts for Your 1981 Ford Thunderbird
Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-601-5)
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$340.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-250-4)
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$297.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-216-2)
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$242.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft for Ford 5.0L V8 (Part No.3722)
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$534.99
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- Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
- Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
- Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
- Includes Assembly Lube
- Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
- Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
Edelbrock – Rollin’ Thunder Camshaft for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8 (Part No.2221)
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$517.99
Designed for 1500-6500 performance. Maximum power in high-RPM with good low-end torque. Matched to Edelbrock performer RPM intakes. 10 to 12 inches of manifold vacuum at idle. More lift and duration than most street camshafts. Dyno matched and street proven performance. Take the guesswork out of camshaft selection! Use only stock ratio Rocker Arms.
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- Designed for 1500 to 6500 Performance
- Maximum Power in High-RPM with Good Low-End Torque
- Matched to Edelbrock Performer RPM Intakes
- 10 to 12 in. of Manifold Vacuum at Idle
- More Lift and Duration than Most Street Camshafts
- Dyno Matched/Street Proven Performance
- Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
- Use Only Stock Ratio Rocker Arms
Competition Cams – Nostsalgia Plus 219/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-670-4)
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$439.99
Nostsalgia Plus 219/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 221-302
Competition Cams – Nostalgia Plus 225/232 Solid Flat Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-671-4)
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$431.99
Nostalgia Plus 225/232 Solid Flat Cam for Ford 221-302
Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-215-2)
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$388.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
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- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Magnum 248/248 Solid Flat Cam for Ford 221-302 (Part No.31-335-4)
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$385.99
Magnum 248/248 Solid Flat Cam for Ford 221-302
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-602-5)
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$367.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-603-5)
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$366.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Product Features:
- Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
- Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
- Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-226-3)
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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Broad power. 2500+ stall, low gears, 9.5:1 compression and headers. Rough idle. OR Marine: Off shore type boat. Strong performance, rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Broad power. 2500+ stall, low gears, 9.5:1 compression and headers. Rough idle. OR Marine: Off shore type boat. Strong performance, rough idle.
- 280/280 Advertised Duration, 230/230 Duration @ .050″, .512″/.512″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- 289-302 Firing Order
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-414-3)
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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Performance use. Best with mild converter, headers, 9:1 compression and lower gears. Rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Performance use. Best with mild converter, headers, 9:1 compression and lower gears. Rough idle.
- 270/270 Advertised Duration, 224/224 Duration @ .050″, .500″/.500″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- 289-302 Firing Order
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-246-3)
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$267.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-242-3)
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$267.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-230-3)
from
$267.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
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Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-238-3)
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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, stock converter, 3.23-4.10 gear.
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- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, stock converter, 3.23-4.10 gear.
- 262/270 Advertised Duration, 218/224 Duration @ .050″, .493″/.500″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- 289-302 Firing Order
FAQs for 1981 Ford Thunderbird Camshafts
Which Camshafts are the top sellers for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird?
Out of 17 Camshafts that fit 1981 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:
How can I make sure that a part will be compatible with my 1981 Ford Thunderbird?
Our Ford Thunderbird aftermarket and OEM parts are designed specifically for the 1981 model. You can always find your specific fitment and compatibility for your 1981 Ford on an individual product page.
What is the price range for 1981 Ford Thunderbird Camshafts?
The range of prices of Camshafts for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird goes from $242.99 up to $534.99 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of 1981 Ford Thunderbird Camshafts?
1981 Ford Thunderbird Camshafts average $348.52 for our selection of OEM and aftermarket parts.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Camshafts for other Ford Thunderbird model years?
Can I get help with 1981 Ford Thunderbird Camshafts orders?
Contact our customer support team, by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Ford Camshafts and more.
What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Camshafts?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford Thunderbird Camshafts and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.
Camshafts For Other Ford Thunderbird Model Years
Looking for parts for a different model year of the Ford Thunderbird? Below, you’ll find links to Camshafts for a range of model years, from 1963 models all the way up to 1997. At Advance Auto Parts, we carry high-quality OEM and aftermarket auto parts for popular years like 1978, 1979, 1980, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, and more, ensuring you have access to the best options for your specific needs. Choosing a Camshafts from Advance Auto Parts means investing in top-tier parts that will keep your Ford Thunderbird running at its best, no matter the year.
