1981 Jeep CJ5 Performance and Racing Products

Essential 1981 Jeep CJ5 Performance and Racing Products

Omix – Oil Pan (Part No.17437.01)

Oil Pan

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$264.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Steel
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Flowmaster Inc. – 50 Series Muffler, 2in Offset Inlet 2in Center Outlet, Non-Reversible, Moderate Sound (Part No.942051)

50 Series Muffler, 2in Offset Inlet 2in Center Outlet, Non-Reversible, Moderate Sound

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$154.99
The three chamber design utilizes Flowmaster’s patented Delta Flow technology along with an internal tuning chamber to reduce sound inside the vehicle. Provides the same performance and exterior tone characteristics as the two chamber, but with less interior resonance. Constructed of 16 gauge aluminized steel and fully MIG welded for maximum durability.
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Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13101G)

Tie Rod Dust Boot

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$9.99
Repair torn and worn-out boots of suspension tie rod ends – without having to buy the entire and expensive tie rod. Adds durability surpassing most OEM rubber boots. Exclusive 5 point sealing action. Choose from four sizes and round or octagon styles. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane for added performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Easy to Install
  • Superior Material
  • Saves Your Tie Rods
  • Lasts Longer
  • Looks Great
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Omix – Shock Absorber Plate (Part No.18271.10)

Shock Absorber Plate

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$26.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Weld On
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Rampage – Dual Strap Sport Handle, Rear Seat (Part No.769101)

Dual Strap Sport Handle, Rear Seat

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$11.99
Cramp killer sport handles. Universal, adjustable, hook and loop attachment fits round or square bars – 2″ to 5″ diameter. Use anywhere for assess or stability. Durable 1.5-inch nylon webbing with closed cell foam ‘comfort grip’ handle. Unique, flexible 4-inch wraparound backing plate adds rigidity. Prevents bunching and improves handle pull strength.

Product Features:
  • Attachment Fits 2 in. To 5 in. Diameter
  • Use Anywhere For Stability
  • Durable Nylon Webbing Foam Handle
  • Unique Flexible 4 in. Wraparound Backing Plate
  • Provides Rigidity
  • Prevents Bunching And Improves Handle
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Omix – Fuel Pump Mechanical (Part No.17709.16)

Fuel Pump Mechanical

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$87.99
Has your Jeep left you on the side of the road? There’s not much guessing with a fuel pump. They either work or they don’t. Omix-ADA offers high quality fuel pumps to get you going again.

Product Features:
  • Mechanical
  • Built To Meet Or Exceed OE Specifications
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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K&N – Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine (Part No.HP-2003)

Premium Oil Filter: Ideal for Synthetic & Conventional Oil, Protects Your Engine

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$22.29
K&N premium oil filters are meticulously engineered to offer outstanding filtration and engine protection. The heavy-duty canister is engineered to be exceptionally durable, and a one-inch welded hex nut can be used for quick and easy filter removal. Each filter is specifically designed to withstand the service intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers.

Product Features:
  • HIGH FLOW RATES: Designed to provide exceptional flow rates and a consistent flow of oil to your engine
  • VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY: Designed to operate with all synthetic, conventional, and blended motor oils
  • PROTECT YOUR ENGINE: Pleated synthetic-blend filtration media removes most harmful contaminants
  • EXTENSIVELY TESTED: Laboratory tested to ensure excellent capacity and burst strength
  • EASY TO REMOVE: Fast and easy Wrench-Off removal
  • HEAVY-DUTY CONSTRUCTION: Heavy-duty canister for outstanding durability
  • HIGH CAPACITY: Withstand the longer service intervals now recommended by some vehicle manufacturers
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Rugged Ridge – Heavy Duty Differential Cover (Part No.16595.20)

Heavy Duty Differential Cover

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$271.99
You won’t break this cover, we guarantee it. If you do, we’ll replace it. Made of 3/8 inch cast steel, painted black inside and out, this heavy duty cover is designed to protect your differential and all its working parts for as long as you own your vehic

Product Features:
  • Cast Steel
  • Black Finish
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Omix – Sway Bar Bushing (Part No.18271.09)

Sway Bar Bushing

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$6.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Rubber
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Transmission Shift Knob (Part No.18807.01)

Transmission Shift Knob

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$11.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Black
  • Plastic
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Starter Solenoid (Part No.17230.02)

Starter Solenoid

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$29.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Solenoid Only
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.17442.04)

Engine Gasket Set

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$76.99
Are your Jeep’s engine gaskets leaking? Or, are you rebuilding an engine and need fresh gaskets? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement gaskets that will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • Full Lower Gasket Set
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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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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Competition Cams – VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST (Part No.505-16)

VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST

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$31.99
COMP Cams offers a complete line of valve stem seals, from the umbrella seals to the positive-stop Teflon seal. These seals are a must to keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber through the clearance in the valve guides. The umbrella seal is normally used when a larger-than-stock diameter spring is used, in the case of a double spring, the positive-stop Teflon seal is used. The umbrella seals require no machining, but with the Teflon seal it is necessary to disassemble the heads and machine the top of the guide with a special .530 diameter cutter. Whenever you are planning an engine overhaul or a cam change, don’t forget the valve seals.

Product Features:
  • Work with .530″ guides and 3/8″ valve stem diameter
  • Valve stem oil seals keep unwanted oil from entering the combustion chamber
  • Several different types of valve seals are offered
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FEL-PRO Performance – Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.1434)

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set

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$31.49
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • Performance exhaust header gasket consisting of a high-density fiber facing material attached to both sides of a perforated steel core.
  • Resists blowout and burnout from high-temperature exhaust and is far stronger than basic paper gaskets.
  • Anti-stick coating permits motion without damaging the gasket and makes it easier to remove the gasket for future engine service.
  • Slotted bolt holes allow for easier header installation.
  • Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
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Omix – Engine Gasket Set (Part No.17441.07)

Engine Gasket Set

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$105.99
Are your Jeep’s engine gaskets leaking? Or, are you rebuilding an engine and need fresh gaskets? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement gaskets that will give you years of service and get you back on the road.

Product Features:
  • Full Upper Gasket Set
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Rancho – DuraCrush Suspension Bushing Kit (Part No.RS972)

DuraCrush Suspension Bushing Kit

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$34.49
Replace worn bushings on a Jeep® CJ5 or CJ7 with these durable Rancho® replacement leaf spring bushings. Made of high-grade polyurethane for long life, they deliver dependable performance.

Product Features:
  • COMPATIBILITY — Designed for Jeep CJ5, CJ7
  • REPLACES ORIGINAL HARDWARE — Replace worn bushings with these premium leaf spring bushings
  • ENGINEERED TO LAST — Made of high-grade polyurethane for long service life
  • EASY TO INSTALL — Kit includes eight bushings that are easy to install
  • Quality part with long service life
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Omix – Camshaft Kit (Part No.17420.01)

Camshaft Kit

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$359.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Includes Cam Shaft; Lube And Lifters
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Accel – Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set (Part No.8843)

Custom Fit Spark Plug Wire Set

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$112.99
These ACCEL wire sets are custom tailored for true street and strip performance use. Features oversize 8.8 mm ultra performance wires and spark plug boots, 550 degrees Fahrenheit double silicone construction with fiberglass braid. Spiral wound steel core conductor.

Product Features:
  • 8.8mm Graphite Suppression
  • Silicone Spark Plug Boots
  • 550 Degree Double Silicone Construction
  • Fiberglass Braid
  • Carbon/Graphite Core
  • Magnetic Suppression
  • Fiberglass/Kevlar Core
  • 500 Ohms Resistance
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Omix – Brake Line Kit Stainless Steel 72-73 Drum (Part No.16737.32)

Brake Line Kit Stainless Steel 72-73 Drum

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$566.99
Own a Jeep? The toughest four letter word on wheels. Are you looking for a parts source rugged enough to match your off the beaten path sense of adventure? With more than 11,000 unique part numbers from brands like Omix-ADA, Rugged Ridge, Alloy USA, Outland Automotive, ORV Suspension and Precision Gear, consider this your trail guide to the 4×4 of your dreams. A go anywhere, anytime, in any weather vehicle. Go ahead and smile, because it’s going to take a lot of courage not to be cocky when you Own a Jeep like that? Omix-ADA is more than just a parts manufacturer, they’re a community of enthusiasts dedicated to producing the finest in off-road solutions. Our products have been propelling four-wheel drive vehicles down highways, back roads and over the world’s roughest terrain for about two decades. Omix’s team of engineers have developed, tested and trail ridden many of our 11,000+ products until they were perfected for you. Omix-Ada is proud to have one of the most capable Research and Development, Engineering, and Product Design teams in the automotive aftermarket. By utilizing the latest in 3D Computer Aided Design and Finite Element Analysis, and coupling these tools with our decades of market experience, we are able to develop products that give our customers the highest value parts possible.

Product Features:
  • 1972-1973 CJ5, Full Brake Line Set, With Drums, Stainless Steel
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Omix – Timing Chain (Part No.17453.02)

Timing Chain

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$20.99
Timing chains stretch over time. If left untouched, they can begin jumping teeth on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets. This will change your timing and will do major damage to your Jeep’s engine. It is recommended that you change the timing chain and

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Rotor Brake Front 78-86 (Part No.16702.02)

Rotor Brake Front 78-86

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$111.99
Own a Jeep? The toughest four letter word on wheels. Are you looking for a parts source rugged enough to match your off the beaten path sense of adventure? With more than 11,000 unique part numbers from brands like Omix-ADA, Rugged Ridge, Alloy USA, Outland Automotive, ORV Suspension and Precision Gear, consider this your trail guide to the 4×4 of your dreams. A go anywhere, anytime, in any weather vehicle. Go ahead and smile, because it’s going to take a lot of courage not to be cocky when you Own a Jeep like that? Omix-ADA is more than just a parts manufacturer, they’re a community of enthusiasts dedicated to producing the finest in off-road solutions. Our products have been propelling four-wheel drive vehicles down highways, back roads and over the world’s roughest terrain for about two decades. Omix’s team of engineers have developed, tested and trail ridden many of our 11,000+ products until they were perfected for you. Omix-Ada is proud to have one of the most capable Research and Development, Engineering, and Product Design teams in the automotive aftermarket. By utilizing the latest in 3D Computer Aided Design and Finite Element Analysis, and coupling these tools with our decades of market experience, we are able to develop products that give our customers the highest value parts possible.

Product Features:
  • 1978-1981 CJ5, 1978-1981 CJ7, 1981 CJ8, Disc Brake Rotor (Front), For 2-Bolt Calipers
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Omix – In-Line Fuel Filter Kit (Part No.17718.02)

In-Line Fuel Filter Kit

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$8.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty. Fuel Filter Kit Inline Dual Outlet, Includes: Filter, Clamp and Hoses,72-83 CJ5 3.8L and 4.2L,72-75 CJ6 3.8L and

Product Features:
  • Inline
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Energy Suspension – Transmission Torque Arm Grommet (Part No.2.1101G)

Transmission Torque Arm Grommet

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$8.99
Product Features:
  • Transmission Torque Arm Grommet
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Omix – Clutch Fork Pivot Ball (Part No.16919.13)

Clutch Fork Pivot Ball

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$2.79
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Omix – Rocker Arm Kit (Part No.17411.05)

Rocker Arm Kit

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$48.49
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Includes 2 Arms; 2 Pivots And 1 Bridge
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8220)

Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit

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$64.99


Product Features:
  • Heavy Duty Cap and Rotor Kit
  • With Brass Inserts
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K&N – Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration (Part No.E-1080)

Engine Air Filter: Washable Filter, Increase Horsepower & Acceleration

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$89.99
K&N performance High-Flow Air Filters are engineered to improve engine performance. Unlike disposable paper filters which must be frequently replaced, K&N Air Filters are washable, reusable, and engineered to last for the life of your vehicle or outdoor power small engine. Engineered to fit easily into your factory air box, installation can be completed in a matter of minutes! K&N develops and tests each product on the world┐s toughest race tracks, so we can bring the highest level of performance to your daily driving. Join the millions of customers who have saved money and improved vehicle performance by upgrading to K&N filtration.

Product Features:
  • ENGINEERED POWER: State-of-the-art air filter media is designed to increase horsepower and acceleration as well as improve overall engine performance
  • RUGGED CONSTRUCTION: K&N Air Filters are manufactured with durable, premium materials and state-of-the-art construction methods to last a lifetime
  • 4 LAYERS OF PROTECTION: Multiple layers of premium cotton gauze treated with a specially-designed tacking agent work together to create an intricate mesh of engine filter media that is designed to block and trap harmful contaminants
  • CLEAN ONCE EVERY 5 YEARS: Engine air filter only needs cleaning every 75,000 miles under normal highway driving conditions (based on the average miles driven per year of 15,000 miles)
  • ULTIMATE LONGEVITY: No-hassle lifetime warranty on stock replacement K&N air filters- limitations apply
  • EASY INSTALLATION: K&N Air Filters are pre-treated and ready to drop into your factory air box- they are one of the easiest and most cost-effective vehicle upgrades for quick performance gains
  • ECO-FRIENDLY: Using a washable, reusable engine air filter helps reduce replacement air filter waste- a K&N air filter is designed to last longer than 10 or more disposable filters
  • MADE IN USA: K&N Air Filters are proudly made in the USA for trusted quality & reliability
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Popular 1981 Jeep CJ5 Performance and Racing Products Categories

1981 Jeep CJ5 Performance and Racing Products

You count on your 1981 Jeep CJ5 to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Performance and Racing Products. With 108 Performance and Racing Products ranging in price from $1.49 to $879.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Jeep CJ5.

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Popular Competition Cams Performance and Racing Products

You’ll find popular Competition Cams brand products across Performance Engines. All are waiting to get your 1981 Jeep CJ5 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Competition Cams products in these categories are:
VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST
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VALVE SEALS, TEFLON 3/8" 1 ST
Performance Engine Valve Stem Seal Sets

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Out of 108 Performance and Racing Products for the 1981 Jeep CJ5, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
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High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow
Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats

What are the top-rated 1981 Jeep CJ5 Performance and Racing Products?

Top-rated Performance and Racing Products for your 1981 Jeep CJ5 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Unilite Ignition Module
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Unilite Ignition Module
“I like the Unilite product because it is so small and compact compared to the HEI stuff I normally use. If you are restricted on space Its a great pro”
Tie Rod Dust Boot
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Tie Rod Dust Boot
“Replaced the old torn boot and added a bit of color for a low cost.”
50 Series Muffler, 2in Offset Inlet 2in Center Outlet, Non-Reversible, Moderate Sound
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50 Series Muffler, 2in Offset Inlet 2in Center Outlet, Non-Reversible, Moderate Sound
“Muffler was delivered on time and fit my 1994 Ford Ranger perfectly, and was easy to install (once I got the old one off). The whole muffler felt ‘sol”