1981 Ford Thunderbird Carburetor Parts

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Keep Your 1981 Ford Thunderbird in Top Shape with Quality Carburetor Parts

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Carburetor Part, 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 Carburetor and Injector Mount Gaskets and Carburetors. 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 Carburetor Part at Advance Auto Parts is around $539.85, with a range that starts at $1.89 and goes up to $921.99. With 10 options in stock from 4 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Carburetor Mounting Gasket, Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny, and Street Avenger Carburetor start at just $4.49 and offer a great balance of form and function.

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While you’re upgrading or replacing your Carburetor Part, don’t forget to check out other key components like Intake Manifold Parts and Throttle Bodies & Carb Parts. 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 Carburetor Parts

Holley – Street Carburetor: 850 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Gold Dichromate (Part No.0-80531)

Street Carburetor: 850 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Gold Dichromate

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$921.99
Classic Holley carbs have been a staple for rodders around the world for decades. They’re the perfect performance upgrade for stock to mildly modified vehicles and have that classic Holley look. Holley’s 0-80531 has the perfect calibration for GM’s 502 cr

Product Features:
  • Gold Dichromate Finish For Corrosion Resistance w/Classic Look
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Holley – Performance and Race Carburetor: 850 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-76850RD)

Performance and Race Carburetor: 850 CFM, Electric Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$921.99
Holley Double Pumper(R) carburetors are a perfect performance upgrade for hot street cars and race vehicles. Double Pumper carburetors are an American icon when it comes to performance carburetors. From their roots as the premier carburetor on many factory muscle cars to powering thousands of vehicles across the finish line, the Double Pumper is a great choice whether you are burning up the street or the quarter mile.

Product Features:
  • Metering Blocks Base Plate For Good Looks True Gasket Sealing
  • Optimized Street/Strip Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Mechanical Secondaries For Awesome Tire Turning Performance
  • 4 Corner Idle Allows You To Precisely Control Your Idle System
  • Clear Fuel Level Sight Glass No Mess Fuel Level Adjustments
  • Aluminum Construction For A 43% Weight Savings
  • Lightweight Vehicles w/Auto Trans w/High Stall/Low Gearing
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Classic HP Carburetor (Part No.0-80541-2)

Classic HP Carburetor

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$1025.00
Classic HP carburetors are available from 390 to 1000 CFM and feature a contoured venturii inlet for balanced air flow, screw in air bleeds for precision tuning capabilities, high flow metering blocks and Dominator style fuel bowls which allow pluming from either side for ease of installation.

Product Features:
  • Gold Dichromate finish for corrosion resistance
  • Optimized race calibration
  • Contoured venturri inlet offers balanced airflow for increased horsepower
  • Screw in air bleeds for precision tuning capabilities
  • Dual 30cc accelerator pumps for additional fuel under initial acceleration
  • Dual feed fuel inlets for constant high volume fuel delivery
  • 4 corner idle allows you to precisely control your idle system
  • Progressive Secondaries for perfect off the line launches
  • Stainless steel throttle plates
  • Includes notched float and jet extensions
  • Calibrated for gasoline
  • 100% wet-flow tested by Holley technicians to assure it arrives ready to run!
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Holley – Professional Race Carburetor: 1050 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, 4500 Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80902BK)

Professional Race Carburetor: 1050 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, 4500 Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$1550.99
The Gen 3 utilizes high capacity fuel bowls which feature 20% more fuel capacity to eliminate starvation, integrated fuel shelf to minimize fuel aeration and internal baffling to control fuel slosh. Other features include all aluminum construction, 12 hole billet booster inserts, fully tunable billet metering blocks, adjustable external linkage, throttle position sensor mounting points and knurled (hand adjustable) curb idle screws Each calibration has been dyno and track tested to deliver proven performance!

Product Features:
  • All Aluminum Construction Saves 3.8 lbs. Over Original Models
  • 28% Weight Savings
  • Calibrations For Todays Larger Race Engines and New Fuels
  • Fully Machined From Venturi Throat To Throttle Bore
  • Integrated Idle Bypass Valve Allows For Adjustment Of Idle
  • 12 Hole Billet Booster Superior Atomization/Throttle Response
  • Metering Blocks Feature Improved True Gasket Sealing
  • Dual 50CC Accelerator Pumps Fuel From Idle To Full Throttle
  • Fuel Bowl Provides 20% More Fuel Capacity Controls Slosh
  • Clear Sight Windows On Sides Of Bowl For Fuel Level Adjustments
  • Drain Plug On Bowl Provides Easy Access To Empty Bowl
  • Contoured Hex Head Squirter Screws For Streamlined Airflow
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Holley – Professional Race Carburetor: 750 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80813BKX)

Professional Race Carburetor: 750 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$1300.99
Xtreme Performance – Holley Ultra XP(TM) Circle Track Carburetors! Ultra XP carbs are 38% lighter than our original HP, have fuel capacity that is 20% greater and 30 other new features! They’re available in our Hard Core Gray(TM) hard coat anodized finish with Black(TM) billet for improved corrosion protection & also available in natural tumble-polished aluminum with Black(TM) metering blocks and base plate. The Aluminum Ultra XP Cirlce Tracks are available in 650 & 750 CFM’s. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are Specifically Calibrated for Circle Track & offer new features such as anti-siphon valve in the main body; high capacity HP bowls which feature 20% more fuel capacity to eliminate starvation, integrated fuel shelf to minimize fuel aeration and internal baffling to control fuel slosh. Other features include all aluminum construction, fully tunable billet metering blocks, billet base plate, wedge floats, adjustable secondary linkage and knurled (hand adjustable) curb idle screws. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are the ultimate in square bore race carburetors!

Product Features:
  • Aluminum Construction
  • Saves 4.5 Pounds 38% Weight Savings
  • Has A Set Screw In The Base Plate For Wide Open Throttle Stop
  • Throttle Shafts Rides In Oil Smooth Throttle Actuation
  • Metering Blocks/True Gasket Sealing/Fully Adjustable
  • Contoured Venturi Inlet Balances Airflow For Increased hp
  • Air Bleeds Moved Outward Allow Smoother Transition Of Airflow
  • Metering Blocks Feature Durability True Gasket Sealing
  • Idle Bypass Valve Eliminates Need For Holes In Throttle Plates
  • Dual 30CC Accelerator Pumps Fuel From Idle To Full Throttle
  • Fuel Bowls Provide 20% More Fuel Capacity Controls Slosh
  • Clear Sight Windows For Easy/Safe Fuel Level Adjustments
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Holley – 4150 Race Carbs (Part No.0-67200BK)

4150 Race Carbs

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$869.99
4150 Race Carbs

Holley – Professional Race Carburetor: 1250 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, 4500 Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80908BK)

Professional Race Carburetor: 1250 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, 4500 Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$1850.99
The Gen 3 utilizes high capacity fuel bowls which feature 20% more fuel capacity to eliminate starvation, integrated fuel shelf to minimize fuel aeration and internal baffling to control fuel slosh. Other features include all aluminum construction, 12 hole billet booster inserts, fully tunable billet metering blocks, adjustable external linkage, throttle position sensor mounting points and knurled (hand adjustable) curb idle screws Each calibration has been dyno and track tested to deliver proven performance!

Product Features:
  • All Aluminum Construction Saves 3.8 lbs. Over Original Models
  • 28% Weight Savings
  • Calibrations For Todays Larger Race Engines and New Fuels
  • Fully Machined From Venturi Throat To Throttle Bore
  • Integrated Idle Bypass Valve Allows For Adjustment Of Idle
  • 12 Hole Billet Booster Superior Atomization/Throttle Response
  • Metering Blocks Feature Improved True Gasket Sealing
  • Dual 50CC Accelerator Pumps Fuel From Idle To Full Throttle
  • Fuel Bowl Provides 20% More Fuel Capacity Controls Slosh
  • Clear Sight Windows On Sides Of Bowl For Fuel Level Adjustments
  • Drain Plug On Bowl Provides Easy Access To Empty Bowl
  • Contoured Hex Head Squirter Screws For Streamlined Airflow
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Holley – Professional Race Carburetor: 850 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Hard Core Gray (Part No.0-80804HBX)

Professional Race Carburetor: 850 CFM, No Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Hard Core Gray

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$1400.99
Xtreme Performance – Holley Ultra XP(TM) Circle Track Carburetors! Ultra XP carbs are 38% lighter than our original HP, have fuel capacity that is 20% greater and 30 other new features! They’re available in our Hard Core Gray(TM) hard coat anodized finish with Black(TM) billet for improved corrosion protection & also available in natural tumble-polished aluminum with Black(TM) metering blocks and base plate. The Aluminum Ultra XP Cirlce Tracks are available in 650 & 750 CFM’s. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are Specifically Calibrated for Circle Track & offer new features such as anti-siphon valve in the main body; high capacity HP bowls which feature 20% more fuel capacity to eliminate starvation, integrated fuel shelf to minimize fuel aeration and internal baffling to control fuel slosh. Other features include all aluminum construction, fully tunable billet metering blocks, billet base plate, wedge floats, adjustable secondary linkage and knurled (hand adjustable) curb idle screws. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are the ultimate in square bore race carburetors!

Product Features:
  • Aluminum Construction
  • Saves 4.5 Pounds 38% Weight Savings
  • Contoured Venturi Inlet Balances Airflow For Increased hp
  • Air Bleeds Moved Outward For Smoother Transition Of Airflow
  • Metering Blocks/True Gasket Sealing/Fully Adjustable
  • Idle Bypass Valve Eliminates Holes In Throttle Plates
  • Dual 30CC Accelerator Pumps Fuel From Idle To Full Throttle
  • Fuel Bowls Provide 20% More Fuel Capacity Controls Slosh
  • Clear Sight Windows On Both Sides Of Bowls For Safe Fuel Level
  • Drain Plug On Bowl Provides Easy Access To Empty Bowl
  • 8AN O-Ringed Inlet Threads Offer A Variety Of Plumbing Options
  • 4 Corner Idle Allows You To Precisely Control Your Idle System
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United Carb – Carburetor-Remanufactured (Part No.7-7238)

Carburetor-Remanufactured

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$219.99
Made in the USA, this remanufactured carburetor is completely disassembled and all internal parts, such as gaskets, gas filters, needle/seats and accelerator plunger cups, are discarded. All metal castings are thoroughly cleaned and restored to OEM (original equipment manufacturer) finish. Then the carburetor is reassembled to OEM-quality standards using all new component parts. Each carburetor is flow tested to simulate actual engine conditions, and all internal and external adjustments are set to OEM specifications.
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Holley – Performance and Race Carburetor: 750 CFM, Manual Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80573S)

Performance and Race Carburetor: 750 CFM, Manual Choke, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$1025.99
These carburetors that are intended for use with superchargers, and have a unique capability that allows their power Valves to reference the intake Manifold vacuum below the supercharger. This allows the power valve to operate as it should, based off intake manifold vacuum. A power valve provides further enrichment to the main metering system under load (low vacuum) conditions. Without this external referencing, the power valve would be reading the Supercharger boost pressure, which has no bearing on the engine load.

Product Features:
  • Tumble Polished Shiny Finish For Good Looks
  • Manual Choke For Precise Cold Start Control
  • Dual Accelerator Pumps For Add Fuel Under Initial Acceleration
  • Dual Feed Fuel Inlets For Constant High Volume Fuel Delivery
  • Mechanical Secondaries For Perfect Off The Line Launches
  • Lightweight Vehicles w/Auto Trans w/High Stall/Low Gearing
  • Boost Power Valve For Proper Enrichment Under Acceleration
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Gold Dichromate (Part No.0-4412C)

Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Gold Dichromate

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$665.99
The 0-4412 is designed as a stock replacement for 2BBL street applications as well as being mandated for some oval track racing sanctioning bodies. Whether you are looking for a replacement carburetor to replace your tired and worn factory 2BBL or one to

Product Features:
  • Gold Dichromate Finish For Corrosion Resistance w/Classic Look
  • Man. Choke Cable Hand Controlled For Cold Start Control
  • 50CC Accelerator Pump For Add. Fuel Under Initial Acceleration
  • Power Valve Blow-Out Protection
  • 100% Wet-Flow Tested To Assure It Arrives Ready To Run
  • Does Not Work w/A.O.D. Transmissions
  • Installation/Tuning DVD Incl.
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United Carb – Carburetor-Remanufactured (Part No.7-7698)

Carburetor-Remanufactured

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$221.99
Made in the USA, this remanufactured carburetor is completely disassembled and all internal parts, such as gaskets, gas filters, needle/seats and accelerator plunger cups, are discarded. All metal castings are thoroughly cleaned and restored to OEM (original equipment manufacturer) finish. Then the carburetor is reassembled to OEM-quality standards using all new component parts. Each carburetor is flow tested to simulate actual engine conditions, and all internal and external adjustments are set to OEM specifications.
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Edelbrock – Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR) (Part No.9906)

Performer Carburetor #9906 600 CFM With Electric Choke, Satin Finish (Non-EGR)

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$414.99
Burnished aluminum. GM/MAC- style throttle linkage. Electric choke installed from factory. Easy tuning with 2 piece design. Smooth secondary transition. Both timed for full vacuum ports. Includes PCV outlet.
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United Carb – Remanufactured Carburetor 2 Barrel (Part No.7-7496)

Remanufactured Carburetor 2 Barrel

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$269.99
Made in the USA, this remanufactured carburetor is completely disassembled and all internal parts, such as gaskets, gas filters, needle/seats and accelerator plunger cups, are discarded. All metal castings are thoroughly cleaned and restored to OEM (original equipment manufacturer) finish. Then the carburetor is reassembled to OEM-quality standards using all new component parts. Each carburetor is flow tested to simulate actual engine conditions, and all internal and external adjustments are set to OEM specifications.
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60101)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$10.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Edelbrock – Carburetor Gasket Kit #12370 Fits 2300, 4150, 4160, 4165, And Some 4500 Carbs (Part No.12370)

Carburetor Gasket Kit #12370 Fits 2300, 4150, 4160, 4165, And Some 4500 Carbs

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$20.99
The Edelbrock #12370 comes with fuel bowl and metering block gaskets. The Edelbrock #12370 is designed to be used with Holley 2300, 4150, 4160, 4165, and some 4500 carburetors.

Product Features:
  • Nitrile Rubber Material
  • Metering Block, Fuel Bowl Type
  • Set of 4
  • Fits Holley® 2300, 4150, 4160, 4165, And Some 4500 Carburetors
  • Made In The USA
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Edelbrock – Fuel Bowl Gaskets for Holley Carburetors, Direct replacement for proper fit (Part No.12382)

Fuel Bowl Gaskets for Holley Carburetors, Direct replacement for proper fit

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$16.99
The Edelbrock No. 12382 fuel bowl gasket is designed for Holley 2300, 4150, 4160, 4175 and 4500 carburetors. Kit includes two black nitrile fuel bowl gaskets.

Product Features:
  • The Edelbrock No: 12382 fuel bowl gasket is designed for Holley 2300, 4150, 4160, 4175 and 4500 Carburetors.
  • Kit includes two black nitrile fuel bowl gaskets.
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60094-1)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$3.79
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Victor Reinz – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.71-13697-00)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$3.99
Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Dana engineering-approved for fit, form and function
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60244)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$4.49
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Specialized gasket set called R.A.C.E. or Remainder to Assemble Complete Engine
  • Includes rear main seal, timing cover gasket sand seals and fuel pump gaskets.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60068-1)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$4.49
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Edelbrock – Carburetor Gasket Kit #12371 Fits 4160 Carburetors (Part No.12371)

Carburetor Gasket Kit #12371 Fits 4160 Carburetors

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$20.99
The Edelbrock #12371 kit includes the primary fuel bowl gasket, the primary metering block gasket, the secondary metering block gasket and a metering plate gasket. The Edelbrock #12371 fits Holley 4160 carburetors.

Product Features:
  • Nitrile Rubber Material
  • Metering Block Type
  • Set of 4
  • Fits Holley® 4160 Carburetors
  • Made In The USA
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Victor Reinz – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.71-13696-00)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$15.29
Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Dana engineering-approved for fit, form and function
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
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Victor Reinz – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.71-13716-00)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$6.99
Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Dana engineering-approved for fit, form and function
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60081)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$1.89
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60059)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$3.99
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Most Popular Carburetor and Injector Mount Gaskets for 1981 Ford Thunderbirds

Enhance your 1981 Ford Thunderbird with one of the 3 Carburetor and Injector Mount Gaskets we have in stock, starting at just $1.89.

Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60244)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$4.49
Fel-Pro gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Specialized gasket set called R.A.C.E. or Remainder to Assemble Complete Engine
  • Includes rear main seal, timing cover gasket sand seals and fuel pump gaskets.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Victor Reinz – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.71-13696-00)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$15.29
Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
  • Dana engineering-approved for fit, form and function
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60081)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$1.89
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Best-Selling 1981 Ford Thunderbird Carburetors

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Holley – Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-4412S)

Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny

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$549.99
The 0-4412 is designed as a stock replacement for 2BBL street applications as well as being mandated for some oval track racing sanctioning bodies. Whether you are looking for a replacement carburetor to replace your tired and worn factory 2BBL or one to push you to the finish line on Saturday night, the Holley 0-4412 Performance 2BBL is the perfect choice.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Man. Choke Cable Hand Controlled For Cold Start Control
  • 50CC Accelerator Pump For Add. Fuel Under Initial Acceleration
  • Power Valve Blow-Out Protection
  • 100% Wet-Flow Tested To Assure It Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Performance and Race Carburetor: 500 CFM, No Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet (Part No.0-4412HBX)

Performance and Race Carburetor: 500 CFM, No Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet

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$921.99
Xtreme Performance – Holley Ultra XP(TM) Circle Track Carburetors! Ultra XP carbs are 38% lighter than our original HP, have fuel capacity that is 20% greater and 30 other new features! They’re available in our Hard Core Gray(TM) hard coat anodized finish with Black(TM) billet for improved corrosion protection & also available in natural tumble-polished aluminum with Black(TM) metering blocks and base plate. The Aluminum Ultra XP Cirlce Tracks are available in 650 & 750 CFM’s. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are Specifically Calibrated for Circle Track & offer new features such as anti-siphon valve in the main body; high capacity HP bowls which feature 20% more fuel capacity to eliminate starvation, integrated fuel shelf to minimize fuel aeration and internal baffling to control fuel slosh. Other features include all aluminum construction, fully tunable billet metering blocks, billet base plate, wedge floats, adjustable secondary linkage and knurled (hand adjustable) curb idle screws. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are the ultimate in square bore race carburetors!

Product Features:
  • All Aluminum Construction
  • No Choke Tower For Unobstructed Airflow
  • Air Bleeds Moved Outward Allow Smoother Transition Of Airflow
  • Down-Leg Boosters For Improved Fuel Signal
  • Contoured Hex Head Squirter Screw For Streamlined Airflow
  • Internal Pump Passage On Metering Block w/Tunable Bleed Off
  • Built In Drain Plug Provides Easy Access to Empty Bowl
  • Fuel Bowl Provides 20% More Fuel Capacity Controls Slosh
  • Clear Sight Window On Both Sides Of Bowl For Fuel Level Adjust
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Holley – Performance and Race Carburetor: 500 CFM, No Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-4412BKX)

Performance and Race Carburetor: 500 CFM, No Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Dual Inlet, Shiny

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$819.99
Xtreme Performance – Holley Ultra XP(TM) Circle Track Carburetors! Ultra XP carbs are 38% lighter than our original HP, have fuel capacity that is 20% greater and 30 other new features! They’re available in our Hard Core Gray(TM) hard coat anodized finish with Black(TM) billet for improved corrosion protection & also available in natural tumble-polished aluminum with Black(TM) metering blocks and base plate. The Aluminum Ultra XP Cirlce Tracks are available in 650 & 750 CFM’s. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are Specifically Calibrated for Circle Track & offer new features such as anti-siphon valve in the main body; high capacity HP bowls which feature 20% more fuel capacity to eliminate starvation, integrated fuel shelf to minimize fuel aeration and internal baffling to control fuel slosh. Other features include all aluminum construction, fully tunable billet metering blocks, billet base plate, wedge floats, adjustable secondary linkage and knurled (hand adjustable) curb idle screws. Holley Ultra XP carburetors are the ultimate in square bore race carburetors!

Product Features:
  • All Aluminum Construction
  • No Choke Tower For Unobstructed Airflow
  • Air Bleeds Moved Outward Allow Smoother Transition Of Airflow
  • Down-Leg Boosters For Improved Fuel Signal
  • Contoured Hex Head Squirter Screw For Streamlined Airflow
  • Internal Pump Passage On Metering Block w/Tunable Bleed Off
  • Built In Drain Plug Provides Easy Access to Empty Bowl
  • Fuel Bowl Provides 20% More Fuel Capacity Controls Slosh
  • Clear Sight Window On Both Sides Of Bowl For Fuel Level Adjust
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Gold Dichromate (Part No.0-4412C)

Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Manual Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Gold Dichromate

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$665.99
The 0-4412 is designed as a stock replacement for 2BBL street applications as well as being mandated for some oval track racing sanctioning bodies. Whether you are looking for a replacement carburetor to replace your tired and worn factory 2BBL or one to

Product Features:
  • Gold Dichromate Finish For Corrosion Resistance w/Classic Look
  • Man. Choke Cable Hand Controlled For Cold Start Control
  • 50CC Accelerator Pump For Add. Fuel Under Initial Acceleration
  • Power Valve Blow-Out Protection
  • 100% Wet-Flow Tested To Assure It Arrives Ready To Run
  • Does Not Work w/A.O.D. Transmissions
  • Installation/Tuning DVD Incl.
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Holley – Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Electric Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny (Part No.0-80500)

Street Carburetor: 500 CFM, Electric Choke, 2 Barrel, 2300 Bore, Single Inlet, Shiny

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$614.99
Street Avenger carburetors are known to bolt on right out of the box and Holley is excited to announce the addition of our new 2bbl Street Avenger models available in 350 and 500 CFM. Street Avenger carburetors have great features such as optimized street calibrations; three vacuum ports for all necessary vacuum accessories; factory preset electric choke for easy startups; built-in fuel filters; and an included 3/8″ fuel line connection so there are no unnecessary trips back to the parts store.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory Polished For Good Looks
  • Optimized Street Calibration That Works Out Of The Box
  • Factory Preset Electric Choke For Easy Startups
  • Built In No Trouble Fuel Inlet Filter
  • Provides Precise Fuel Control For Low End Torque/Acceleration
  • Gen Iv No Trouble Power Valve
  • Three Vacuum Ports [1 Pcv/Brake 1 Timed Spark 1 Full]
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty Defects In Material/Workmanship
  • 100% Wet Flow Tested By Holley Technicians
  • Arrives Ready To Run
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Holley – Street Avenger Carburetor (Part No.0-80350)

Street Avenger Carburetor

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$599.99
Street Avenger carburetors are known to bolt on right out of the box. The 350 CFM Street Avenger carburetor has great features such as optimized street calibrations, two vacuum ports for all necessary vacuum accessories, factory preset electric choke for easy startups, built-in fuel filters, and an included 3/8″ fuel line connection so there are no unnecessary trips back to the parts store.

Product Features:
  • Vibratory polished for good looks
  • Optimized street calibration that works-out-of-the-box
  • Factory preset electric choke for easy startups (Range identified and restricted for easy no trouble adjustment)
  • Built in No Trouble fuel inlet filter
  • Street Avenger fuel metering system provides precise fuel control for great low end torque and awesome acceleration
  • Compatible with GM, Chrysler, and Ford A/T kickdown linkage. Additional parts may be required.
  • Gen IV No Trouble power valve
  • Limited warranty – Guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the product!
  • 100% wet-flow tested by Holley technicians to assure it arrives ready to run!
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United Carb – Carburetor-Remanufactured (Part No.7-7714)

Carburetor-Remanufactured

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$269.99
Made in the USA, this remanufactured carburetor is completely disassembled and all internal parts, such as gaskets, gas filters, needle/seats and accelerator plunger cups, are discarded. All metal castings are thoroughly cleaned and restored to OEM (original equipment manufacturer) finish. Then the carburetor is reassembled to OEM-quality standards using all new component parts. Each carburetor is flow tested to simulate actual engine conditions, and all internal and external adjustments are set to OEM specifications.
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FAQs for 1981 Ford Thunderbird Carburetor Parts

What are the best-selling Carburetor Parts for 1981 Ford Thunderbirds?

Out of 10 Carburetor Parts that fit 1981 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 Ford Thunderbird Carburetor Parts?

The prices of Carburetor Parts for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird range from $1.89 up to $921.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Carburetor Part for a 1981 Ford Thunderbird?

The average price for Carburetor Parts for the 1981 Ford Thunderbird is $539.85. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Carburetor Part category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

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

Yes, we carry Carburetor Parts for 29 model years of Ford Thunderbirds between 1955 and 1985. The following model years are the most popular for Carburetor Part purchases: 1985, 1984, 1983, 1982, 1980, 1979, 1978, 1977, and 1976.

What are the cheapest Carburetor Parts for my 1981 Ford Thunderbird?

The cheapest 1981 Ford Thunderbird Carburetor Parts we carry are:

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

Yes. We stock Carburetor Parts for 29 other popular 1981 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1981 Mustang Carburetor Parts, 1981 E-250 Econoline Carburetor Parts, 1981 E-350 Econoline Carburetor Parts, 1981 E-150 Econoline Carburetor Parts, and 1981 Bronco Carburetor Parts.

What types of Carburetor Parts do you sell for my 1981 Ford Thunderbird?

As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Carburetor Parts for a 1981 Ford Thunderbird:

Can I get help with 1981 Ford Thunderbird Carburetor Part orders?

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

What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Carburetor Parts?

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