1981 GMC C1500 Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1981 GMC C1500 Performance and Racing Products

Mr. Gasket – Valve Cover Gasket Set (Part No.168)

Valve Cover Gasket Set

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$42.49
Mr. Gasket Performance Valve Cover Gaskets are high-density cork/rubber blend gaskets that use evenly sized cork particles distributed evenly throughout the rubber binder. The result is a compressible valve cover gasket without leak paths. These gaskets create a positive seal by controlled swelling of the gasket material when exposed to hot engine oil. Provides excellent flange sealing and durability. For original equipment replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track use.brbrThese gaskets are .187 inch thick. Fits Chevy 5.0, 5.7L Vortec V8 with center bolt valve covers.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high-density cork/rubber blend gasket material
  • Provides excellent sealing and durability
  • For OE replacement, high performance street, drag race and oval track
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Competition Cams – Engine Valve Spring Kit (Part No.911-16)

Engine Valve Spring Kit

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$759.99
Single Outer Valve Springs from COMP Cams allow you to build the perfect spring assembly for your application. The valve spring creation process is far more involved than most people realize. Selecting the right metal stock and creating the best design is not done by chance. COMP Cams has developed a process that creates the highest quality valve spring available. The result is a product that meets and exceeds the expectations of today’s engine builders and racers.O.D. Dia. 1 I.D. Dia. 2 Damper Seat Load Open Load Coil Bind Rate (Lbs./In.) Titanium Retainer Steel Retainer Cup Seat Shims 1.524 1.110 Y 122 @ 1.900 309 @ 1.400 1.200 373 721, 732 1732, 741 4779* 4757

Product Features:
  • Seat pressure: 122 lbs. @ 1.900″, Open Pressure: 309 lbs. @ 1.400″
  • O.D.: 1.524″, I.D.: 1.110″
  • Single valve springs with damper
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Mr. Gasket – Alternator (Part No.5122)

Alternator

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$288.99
These Mr. Gasket chrome alternators are remanufactured to exceed original equipment specifications for maximum dependability. This 10SI style 80 amp alternator can be used as an original equipment replacement OR as a 1-wire alternator.

Product Features:
  • Fits Most 1973-1983 GM Vehicles
  • Bolt Spacing 6.6″
  • 80 Amps
  • GM 10SI Style Alternator
  • Chrome Plated Finish
  • 1-Groove V-belt pulley – included
  • Internal Regulator
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Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.3.3161G)

Control Arm Bushing Set

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$111.99
For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
  • Full Floating and Non Binding
  • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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B & M – Shift Improver Kit For 93-02 4L60E (Part No.70360)

Shift Improver Kit For 93-02 4L60E

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$73.99
The B&M Shift Improver Kit the easiest way to get the performance you’ve always wanted out of your automatic transmission, two modes to select from: Heavy Duty, or Street/Strip. It’s our least expensive and simplest to install kit.

Product Features:
  • Provides Crisp Shifts
  • On Any Stock Automatic Transmission
  • Eliminates Soft/Sluggish Shift
  • Eliminates Shift Overlap
  • Eliminate Clutch and Band Wear
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Transmission Removal Not Required
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Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9730)

Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16)

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5703, 5794
  • Set of 16
  • 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
  • Steel Material
  • Black Oxide Finish
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Energy Suspension – Hyper-Flex System (Part No.3.18107G)

Hyper-Flex System

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$377.99
Product Features:
  • Incredible Improvement in Control
  • Maintains Proper Caster and Camber Alignment
  • Increase in Handling and Control
  • Greatly Reduce Wheel Hop on Quick Acceleration
  • Even Braking Control is Improved
  • Better Suspension Stability
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Edelbrock – Street Tunnel Ram Small Block Chevy Intake Manifold (Part No.7110)

Street Tunnel Ram Small Block Chevy Intake Manifold

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$631.99
For 3500 to 7500 PRM. Use where low-end torque is not a prime factor. Great for engines with slightly modified heads. HEI ignition will not clear manifold. Street machines, street rods, pro-street and marine.

Product Features:
  • For 3500 to 7500 RPM
  • Use Where Low-End Torque is Not a Prime Factor
  • Great For Engines w/Slightly Modified Heads
  • Top Has Vacuum Outlet for Power Brakes
  • Will Accept Forward and Sideways Mounted Carbs
  • Carburetor Center-to-Center Dimensions 8.875 in
  • HEI Ignition Will Not Clear Manifold
  • For Street Mach.; Street Rods; Pro-Street; Marine
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Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1921-LR)

Lock Right Locker

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$368.99
The Powertrax Lock-Right ultra-strength alloy locker’s straight-line performance is equal to a solid spool, but automatically unlocks in turns. Best suited for extreme off-road to severe on-road use, Powertrax Lock Right lockers replace the spider gears in your open differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. The whole job can be done in your driveway in a couple of hours, pin included! Powertrax Grip-Lok, Lock-Right Lockers and No-Slip Traction Systems automatically provide 100% traction on-demand, under the toughest circumstances. The Powertrax Grip-Pro and Grip-LS performance limited slips offer smooth dependable torque transfer and traction for the best of both worlds!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.
  • Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.
  • Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.
  • Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
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    Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.3.5177R)

    Sway Bar Bushing Set

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    $48.99
    Energy Suspension performance polyurethane sway bar bushings and end links offer the greatest improvement in performance among all the products Energy offers. They make a vehicle’s sway bar system much more effective like adding a larger, higher performance sway bar! Economy, increased efficiency, and easy installation are just some of the reasons these products are so popular. Made of Hyper-Flex polyurethane that lasts much longer than O.E.M. rubber bushings.

    Product Features:
    • Allows Sway Bar System to Work At 100% Efficiency
    • Zerk Type Fittings
    • Allows for Periodic Greasing
    • Lasts Much Longer Than OEM Rubber Bushings
    • Handling Characteristics Improve Dramatically
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    Mr. Gasket – Thermocap Radiator Cap (Part No.2470R)

    Thermocap Radiator Cap

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    $48.09
    The fastest, easiest way to know exactly when it’s safe to open your radiator cap. ThermoCap, with its built-in calibrated thermometer, indicates the coolant temperature.

    Product Features:
    • Indicates coolant temperature
    • Helps prevent coolant injuries
    • Fahrenheit and centigrade readings
    • Color-coded temperature ranges
    • Integrated coolant reclamation valve
    • Improves under-hood appearance
    • Chromed crown with a colored trim ring
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    Flowtech – Real-Seal; Header Gasket (Part No.99153FLT)

    Real-Seal; Header Gasket

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    Product Features:
    • Water/Weather Resistant
    • Re-Useable
    • Will Not Burn Or Blow Out
    • Suitable For Port-Matching
    • Made In USA
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    Hays – Power Train (Part No.85-114)

    Power Train

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    $653.99
    High burst strength woven lining to withstand heat and higher engine RPM. Heavy-duty sprung hub assembly to allow smooth engagement and steady torque transfer without chatter. Recommended for high horsepower street vehicles in addition to occasional drag strip use.

    Product Features:
    • Built As Matched Assembly
    • Exceptional Performance
    • Exceptional Durability
    • Long Term Dependability
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    Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)

    Unilite Ignition Module

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    $85.29
    Mallory’s UNILITE (R), and magnetic breaker less ignition modules are self contained module assemblies which have no moving parts to wear out. Using Mallory’s time tested breaker less ignition circuit, combined with modern surface mount thermal-clad construction, these ignition modules can drive both OEM and high performance ignition coils. For best results always use a Mallory PROMASTER coil or a Mallory chrome electronic ignition coil. These are also an excellent choice for triggering one of the Mallory HyFire series of electronic ignition controls. Hookup is as easy as a three wire connection.

    Product Features:
    • Service Part
    • No Moving Parts To Wear Out
    • Self Contained Unit
    • Can Drive OEM
    • Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils
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    Mr. Gasket – Starter Motor Heat Shield (Part No.3678)

    Starter Motor Heat Shield

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    $43.99
    Fits Chevy small block 265-400 CID, Chevy big block 396-454 CID, & 90 degree Chevy V6. The Starter Motor Heat Shield is built with heat-resistant material sandwiched between two aluminum plates. The shield protects the starter from heat buildup from the exhaust system, especially important when using headers.

    Product Features:
    • Designed to prevent starter overheat due to extreme exhaust temperature
    • Heat resistant material sandwiched between 2 aluminum plates
    • Protects Starter From High Temperatures
    • Made Of 2 Sheets Of Aluminum Heat Resistant Center
    • Natural Finish
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    Mr. Gasket – A/Tdipstick (Part No.9703G)

    A/Tdipstick

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    Billet aluminum handle with flexible braded steel tube mounts to the firewall. 29-3/4 inch long.

    Product Features:
    • Braided Stainless Steel
    • Firewall Mounting
    • Includes Oil Fill Tube
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    Spectre – Alternator Bracket (Part No.4719)

    Alternator Bracket

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    This Spectre Alternator Bracket is an upper mount designed to fit 1969 and later Chevrolet Big Block engines with a long water pump. Featuring a triple chrome-plated finish and high quality steel construction, this part is an OEM replacement that mounts on the passenger’s side.

    Product Features:
    • Fits Big Block Chevy engines with a long water pump from 1969 and later
    • Manufactured from high quality steel
    • Upper bracket for passenger side mounting
    • Features a triple chrome-plated finish
    • Stock replacement part
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    Dynomax – Dual – 2.5in Cat-Back Exhaust System – Super Turbo Muffler: Aluminized Steel (Part No.17363)

    Dual - 2.5in Cat-Back Exhaust System - Super Turbo Muffler: Aluminized Steel

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    $759.99
    DynoMax® Super Turbo performance mufflers exclusive patented flow director design channels exhaust flow and eliminates turbulence on most applications. The large internal flow tubes improve exhaust flow and reduce backpressure. Each muffler uses fiberglas

    Product Features:
    • Large internal flow tubes improve exhaust flow and reduce backpressure
    • Exclusive patented flow director design channels exhaust flow and eliminates turbulence on most applications.
    • Fiberglass matting technology to absorb unwanted interior resonance while maintaining a mellow performance tone
    • Dyno proven to flow up to 700 SCFM
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    Spectre – Aluminum Oil Pan SBC 55-79 (Part No.4987)

    Aluminum Oil Pan SBC 55-79

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    $337.99
    This Spectre polished aluminum oil pan is designed to fit 1955-’79 small block Chevrolet 283-350 engines with a driver’s side dipstick (except 1962-’67 Chevrolet II and Corvette with stock exhaust). This oil pan is made from a heavy die-cast polished aluminum featuring a finned diamond design. The stock oil capacity is maintained at 4 quarts and uses a 1975 and later gasket with thick front seal. The required mounting fasteners are included.

    Product Features:
    • Stock 4 quart capacity
    • Polished die-cast aluminum
    • Finned diamond design finish
    • Includes mounting fasteners
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    FEL-PRO Performance – PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET (Part No.2904)

    PERFORMANCE REAR MAIN SEAL SET

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    $16.29
    Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

    Product Features:
    • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
    • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
    • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
    • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
    • Validated for fit, form, and function
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    Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.3.3147G)

    Control Arm Bushing Set

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    $87.99
    For both front and rear of suspensions on cars, trucks and SUVs. Maintains proper alignment under extreme conditions on and off-road and during competition. Improves vehicle handling, cornering and overall control. Full floating for smoother operation. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane to add performance and durability.

    Product Features:
    • Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
    • Full Floating and Non Binding
    • Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
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    Mr. Gasket – Chrome Oil Fill Cap – Push-On Style W/Tube For Pvc Hookup – Fitting For Easy Pcv Hose Hook Up (Part No.2063)

    Chrome Oil Fill Cap - Push-On Style W/Tube For Pvc Hookup - Fitting For Easy Pcv Hose Hook Up

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    $12.99
    This chrome-plated steel push-on breather/oil filler cap fits over your oil filler tube. It has a side fitting for easy PCV hose (positive crankcase ventilation) hook up. Perfect compliment to Mr. Gasket matching chrome oil filler tube, #2066

    Product Features:
    • Chrome plated steel
    • Fits stock factory oil filler tubes
    • Features side PCV hook up tube
    • Includes Rubber Grommet
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    Flowtech – Shorty; Smog Headers (Part No.91830FLT)

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    $315.99


    Product Features:
    • Bolt On Quickly And Easily
    • Top Performance/Clean Machine
    • Increased Efficiency
    • Leak Free Seal
    • Connects To Exhaust Head Pipe
    • Complete With Premium Gaskets
    • 16-Gauge Tubing For Durability
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    Hurst – Manual Shifter, Mastershift Van and Pick-up (Part No.3666809)

    Manual Shifter, Mastershift Van and Pick-up

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    $349.99
    The Hurst Mastershift 3-speed shifter is designed to provide precise gear selection. Popular as both a replacement floor shift or a column shift conversion. Shifter and installation kit sold separately.

    Product Features:
    • Advanced Gear Shift Mechanism
    • Heat Treated Components
    • Chrome Plated Steel Stick with White Knob
    • Installation Kit Sold Separately
    • Hurst Quality
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    Energy Suspension – Shackle Eye Set (Part No.3.2126R)

    Shackle Eye Set

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    $24.99
    Product Features:
    • Made from HYPER-Flex Polyurethane
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    Mr. Gasket – Intake Manifold Bolts (Part No.6091)

    Intake Manifold Bolts

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    $32.09
    These special Grade 8 intake manifold bolts feature a 12-point smaller-than-standard head and flange, and include special extra thick flat washers for optimum clamping pressures. They’re ideal for use where space is minimal, typical on larger runner race manifolds. These bolts and washers are bright zinc plated for protection and good looks.

    Product Features:
    • Features 12-point Smaller-than-standard Bolt Head
    • Thick Flat Washers Distribute Optimum Clamp Load
    • Ideal Use Where Space Is Minimal On Race Manifolds
    • Bolts And Washers Zinc Plated For Protection
    • Zinc Plated For Protection
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    Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bump Stop Set (Part No.3.9102G)

    Control Arm Bump Stop Set

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    $11.99
    Energy Suspension performance bump stops help cushion a collapsing suspension, preventing bottoming-out and expensive vehicle damage. Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane bump stops for control arms, traction bars, leaf springs, etc. are guaranteed to last longer and operate more efficiently than original rubber stops. The smaller, general purpose bullet shaped snubber is ideal for control arms. the low profile button head is for use when clearance is limited. Our large competition race style bump stops smooth out compression better and have a large reinforced metal plate welded to the mounting plate and molded-in. Each style is specially designed for a perfect and custom fit and each style has it’s own durometer, hardness, characteristics. Energy’s wide selection of bump stops are available in red or black color.

    Product Features:
    • Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material
    • Helps Prevent Damage to Control Arm
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    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0068-1)

    Differential Ring And Pinion

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    $354.99
    Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

    Product Features:
    • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
    • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
    • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
    • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
    • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
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    1981 GMC C1500 Performance and Racing Products

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