1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products
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Essential Performance and Racing Products for 1981 Mercury Capris
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5135R)
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$19.99
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.
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- 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
B & M – Transpak (Part No.50229)
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$149.99
Transpak – 1970 to 1982 Ford, Lincoln, Mercury C4 Recalibrate your automatic transmission for optimum performance Select the mode that best suits your application Improves transmission life Transmission removal not required APPLICATION: 1970 to 1982 Ford,
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- Recalibrate Auto. Transmission
- Optimum Performance
- Select Your App. Mode
- Improves Transmission Life
- Trans. Removal Not Required
Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.4.3132R)
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$69.99
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.
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- Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
- Full Floating and Non Binding
- Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-330-3)
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$267.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$31.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 195 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
MSD Ignition – Rotor Assembly; Chevy V8 Cap-A-Dapt (Part No.8421)
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$65.99
MSD Ignition is a company built on Customer Satisfaction and Service. That is why all of MSD products go through regimented test procedures before they are ever packaged and shipped. MSD stands behind its products for one full year after purchase
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- Rotor phasing can be adjusted.
- Ideal When Atomic TBI Is Controlling The Timing
Energy Suspension – Motor and Transmission Mount (Part No.4.1124R)
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$309.99
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- Re-Engineered to Handle High Horsepower
- Outlasts Rubber
- Virtually Indestructible
Energy Suspension – Control Arm Bushing Set (Part No.4.3115G)
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$145.99
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.
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- Maintains Better Alignment While Driving
- Full Floating and Non Binding
- Fits Into the Remaining Stock Control Arms
Edelbrock – Performer-Link Adjustable True-Roller Timing Chain Set (Part No.7814)
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$46.99Product Features:
- Solid Bushing Chain Resists Stretching
- For Use with Stock or Edelbrock Camshafts
- Stressproof Steel Crank Gears
- 3 Keyway Setting Points To Ensure Accurate Timing
- True Bearing Surface Rolls with the Sprockets
- 50 State Street Legal
- For Engine w/ 2-piece Fuel Pump Eccentric or EFI
Hurst – Automatic Shifter, Quarter Stick (Part No.3160014)
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$499.99
The award-winning Quarter Stick automatic shifter is designed to provide positive gear change control for street or racing transmission applications. Gated mechanism. NHRA/IHRA approved reverse lockout.
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- Forward and Reverse Shift Patterns
- Chrome Plated Trigger for Detent Activity
- Factory Neutral Safety Switch
- Compact And Lightweight
- Roller Detent with Shifter Pattern
MSD Ignition – Distributor; 2.3L Ford (Part No.8473)
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$599.99
MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing. After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001″. The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.
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- CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
- Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
- Supplied w/Cap; HEI Style Terminals And Rotor
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
- Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
- Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
- QPQ coated for friction reduction
B & M – Torque Converter, C4 26 Spline 10.5 BC (Part No.50416)
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$649.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength. Due to torque converter co
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- Furnace Brazed Impeller
- Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
- Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
- Between Stator and Turbine
- Furnace Brazed Turbine
Competition Cams – XE Computer Controlled 224/232 Hydraulic Roller Cam and Lifter Kit (Part No.CL35-518-8)
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$867.99
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 fuel injected 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.
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5101G)
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$19.99
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.
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- 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
Competition Cams – ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST (Part No.17043-16)
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$249.99
The COMP Cams High Energy Die-Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms are new rocker arms from the valve train leader that have been designed for street and moderate race use. They feature a die-cast body created from aluminum with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. The die-cast, larger than stock body offers the strength properties and light weight of aluminum while the specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip decrease friction and lower oil temperatures, thus improving response and horsepower.
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- Cost effective aluminum construction provides superior strength to weight ratio
- Needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip reduce friction and lower oil temperatures for improved response and horsepower
- Durable design increases valve lift while withstanding the rigors of moderate race use
- Die-formed aluminum body is larger than stock, and may require modifications to stock valve covers for clearance.
Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F888331)
K&N – Replacement Air Filter (Part No.E-1200)
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$157.99
K&N’s replacement air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration. We make over 1,200 different replacement air filters for the majority of vehicles on the road. These filters are washable and reusable and are custom designed to fit into your existing factory air box. Their drop-in design means adding performance is simple. With most vehicles you simply remove the disposable air filter and replace it with a K&N. See applicable instruction sheet for details. Our stock replacement air filters for street vehicles are covered by our famous K&N Million-Mile Limited Warranty and will be the last air filter your vehicle will ever need.
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- This is the last air filter your vehicle will ever need!
- Designed to boost horsepower and rate of acceleration
- Can be cleaned and used again
- High air flow with exceptional filtration
- Lasts up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is required depending on driving conditions
- Works with original equipment manufacturer vehicle electronics
- Emissions legal in all 50 US states
- Will NOT void vehicle warranty
- Million Mile Limited Warranty®
Edelbrock – Pushrod Set for Small Block Ford 289-302 (Part No.9632)
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- Case-Hardened Tubing
- Surface Hardening
- Welded Ends
- 0.3125 in. Diameter
- Use with or without Hardened Steel Guideplates
Energy Suspension – Ball Joint Dust Boot Set (Part No.9.13130R)
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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.
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- Easy to Install
- Superior Material
- Lasts Longer
- Looks Great
Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)
FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1011-1)
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$52.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions
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- PROPRIETARY COATING – Nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface imperfections
- NO RETORQUE DESIGN – Steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- SUPERIOR SEAL – Precise embossed Printoseal sealing beads at all vital areas to eliminate leak paths
- STRONG AND DURABLE – Features graphite or reinforced fiber facing material and steel armor for strength and durability
- DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES – Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1035)
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$82.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
Accel – Distributor Cap And Rotor Kit (Part No.8223)
Accel – High Performance Distributor Cap & Rotor Kit with Gray Finish (Part No.8234)
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$59.99
ACCEL cap and rotor kits offer superior protection from “arc-thru” and crossfire. Features 60k V-rated alkyd compound, stress-relieved at molding to ensure stability. Brass inserts and steel rotor springs provide for high spark energy flow.
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- See catalog for application information
- Offers Superior Protection From Arc-Thru and Crossfire
Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13102G)
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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.
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- Easy to Install
- Superior Material
- Saves Your Tie Rods
- Lasts Longer
- Looks Great
Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13101R)
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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.
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- Easy to Install
- Superior Material
- Saves Your Tie Rods
- Lasts Longer
- Looks Great
Accel – Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power (Part No.8140)
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$45.99
Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary
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- 42000 Volts
- Effective To 6500 RPM
- Quicker Starting
- Improved Throttle Response
- Higher RPM Power
- Can Finished In Yellow
MSD Ignition – Ignition Coil (Part No.8227)
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$78.99
Top off your GM ignition system with these great new replacement coils. The GM coils have MSD performance in factory style housings. MSD designed these coils by combining our blaster coil experience with e-core coil efficiency. Each coil has a unique turns ratio plus there is lower primary resistance than the stock coil. This all amounts to a bolt-in replacement coil that produces more output voltage. The coils will work with stock ignition systems as well as MSD equipped cars and trucks. Installation tip: If you plan to install an MSD ignition with your GM dual connector coil, use PN 8876 harness for a direct plug-in installation.
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- Direct performance replacement for Ford TFI coil
- 85:1 turns ratio
- Lower Primary Resistance Produces High Voltage Output
- Works w/Stock Ignition As Well As MSD Ignitions
- CARB E.O. Approved
Upgrade your 1981 Mercury Capri with Top-Quality Performance and Racing Products
When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1981 Mercury Capri, nothing is more important than using high-quality OEM or aftermarket parts that you can trust. Whether you’re repairing damage to your Mercury or enhancing its overall performance, Performance and Racing Products are key to keeping your Capri functioning at its best. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer a wide selection of 61 Performance and Racing Products for the 1981 Mercury Capri, designed to meet your needs without breaking the bank.
From
Performance Distributor
replacements to
Performance Steering Products
upgrades, we’ve got you covered with parts that fit your vehicle perfectly and ensure long-lasting performance.
Affordable Prices and Wide Selection
Shopping for Performance and Racing Products for any vehicle can be a hassle, especially if you’re on a budget. But with Advance Auto Parts, you can find high-quality Performance and Racing Products for your 1981 Mercury Capri at great prices.
Our Performance and Racing Products inventory for this model
ranges from just $9.99 to $675.99, with
an average price of $170.20.
Our 61 Performance and Racing Products in stock come from 11 trusted brands, so you’re sure to find the right part for your 1981 Mercury Capri without overspending.
Top Brands and High Customer Satisfaction
Advance Auto Parts takes pride in offering only the best brands in the automotive industry. For your 1981 Mercury Capri, we stock popular OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products from top names
like Energy Suspension, B & M, Accel, and more.
Energy Suspension Performance and Racing Products
start at just $9.99 and boast an impressive 4.4 stars average rating from customers.
B & M and Accel also bring quality to the table, with Performance and Racing Products available starting at $45.99, and at an average 4.1 stars rating.
With 381 customer reviews and counting, our 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products have a strong track record of reliability, ensuring you can trust your purchase.
Explore Related Parts and More
While you’re here, don’t forget to check out other essential categories that go hand in hand with Performance and Racing Product upgrades. Explore related part types like Batteries and Chargers, Oil and Lubricants
and more to make sure your 1981 Mercury Capri is always ready to roll. We’re committed to providing you with everything you need to keep your Capri in top shape, all in one place.
Start shopping confidently below for your 1981 Mercury Capri!
Best-Selling Performance Distributors for 1981 Mercury Capris
Enhance the driving experience in your Mercury with 3 quality Performance Distributor components, starting at $61.99.
MSD Ignition – Distributor Cap/Rotor Kit; Ford Duraspark (Part No.8450)
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$61.99
The cap and rotor of any ignition system must be considered maintenance items. Just as you change the oil and filter of your car, you should always replace the cap and rotor as a set. To make things easy, we now offer these cap and rotor replacement kits.
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- Designed w/Performance In Mind
- High Quality Material
- Stainless Terminals
MSD Ignition – Distributor; 2.3L Ford (Part No.8473)
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$599.99
MSD Pro-Billet Distributors are the finest performance and racing distributors available. Every feature has been engineered to endure the rigors of high performance and racing engines. Whether cruising the streets or racing stock cars, dragsters, boats or trucks, MSD has a distributor for it. MSD uses state-of-the-art, Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills and lathes to machine each housing. After a long series of precise cuts and movements, the billet is formed into a flawless distributor housing that is accurate to within 0.001″. The flex-free housings are lightweight, have no porosity or weak areas and look great on polished, show quality engines.
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- CNC machined billet aluminum housing and Dupont Rynite base
- Must Be Used w/An MSD Ignition Control
- Supplied w/Cap; HEI Style Terminals And Rotor
- Nylon pads ensure smooth operation of the advance weights
- Advance weight pins are staked and tig welded to the plate
- Mech. advance assem. can be locked out for crank trigger systems
- Advance plate and weights are fine blanked from chrome moly steel
- QPQ coated for friction reduction
MSD Ignition – Rotor Assembly; Chevy V8 Cap-A-Dapt (Part No.8421)
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$65.99
MSD Ignition is a company built on Customer Satisfaction and Service. That is why all of MSD products go through regimented test procedures before they are ever packaged and shipped. MSD stands behind its products for one full year after purchase
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- Rotor phasing can be adjusted.
- Ideal When Atomic TBI Is Controlling The Timing
Most Popular 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Steering Products
Customize your Mercury with 16 Performance Steering Products products
like Performance Sway Bar Link Kits,
Performance Tie Rod End Boots, and
Performance Sway Bar Bushings, all
priced under $30.99.
Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13101R)
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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.
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- Easy to Install
- Superior Material
- Saves Your Tie Rods
- Lasts Longer
- Looks Great
Energy Suspension – Tie Rod Dust Boot (Part No.9.13102G)
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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.
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- Easy to Install
- Superior Material
- Saves Your Tie Rods
- Lasts Longer
- Looks Great
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5162R)
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$30.99
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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5159G)
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$30.99
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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5162G)
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$30.99
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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5135R)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5136R)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5163G)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5158R)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5108G)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5109R)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5101G)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5136G)
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$19.99
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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5111R)
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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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5111G)
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$19.99
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.
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- 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
Energy Suspension – Sway Bar Bushing Set (Part No.4.5112G)
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$19.99
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.
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- 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
Top Picks for 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Ignition Products
Upgrade Mercury Capris with top-quality Performance Ignition Products parts, including 6 OEM and aftermarket selections for your 1981 model.
Mallory – Unilite Ignition Module (Part No.605)
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$92.99
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.
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- Service Part
- No Moving Parts To Wear Out
- Self Contained Unit
- Can Drive OEM
- Can Drive High Performance Ignition Coils
Accel – Super Stock Replacement Coil for Improved Performance, Starting, and Power (Part No.8140)
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$45.99
Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary
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- 42000 Volts
- Effective To 6500 RPM
- Quicker Starting
- Improved Throttle Response
- Higher RPM Power
- Can Finished In Yellow
Accel – Super Stock Coil Chrome (Part No.8140C)
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$51.99
Excellent high performance replacement for import and domestic vehicles with canister type oil filled coil. Re-engineered windings for even higher energy output resulting in quicker starting improved throttle response and more high RPM power. Designed to work with Points style and Breakerless electronic ignition systems. Heavy duty black Alkyd tower provides in flashover in protection to primary terminals. ACCEL Yellow can. 42000 volts effective up to 6500 RPM 1.4 ohms on the primary
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- Chrome Plated
- 42000 Volts
- Effective To 6500 RPM
- Improved Throttle Response
- Higher RPM Power
- Can Finished In Yellow
Accel – Supercoil (Part No.140001)
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$114.99
Engineered for faster rise time, longer spark duration and increased performance. Unique design with premium grade wire, special low resistance, high turns ratio windings. Produces higher spark energy with breakerless electronic ignition systems. For points application the supplied 0.85 ohm ballast resistor must be used in conjunction with the vehicle original ballast resistor, if so equipped. Oversized molded case with integral cooling fins and high capacity oil filled construction provide high thermal conductivity ensuring cool operation and long life. Extra tall tan Alkyd tower and integral voltage dam eliminate “flashover” to primary terminals. Comes complete with mounting hardware and 0.85 ohm ballast resistor. Effective up to 6,500 RPM.
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- Oil Filled For Better Cooling
- Optimized Low Resistance
- Silicon Magnetic Steel E-Core
- Higher Energy/Voltage Outputs
- Quicker Starts
- Improved Idle Quality
- Resists Shock And Vibration
- Resists Corrosion
Mallory – Distributor Wiring Harness (Part No.29349)
Mallory – Promaster Classic Series; Ignition Coil (Part No.29440)
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$199.99
Universal street and strip. For street-driven vehicles with breaker point ignition or OE electronic ignition. Delivers optimum performance when used with these Mallory ignition products: UNILITE (R) distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, magnetic breaker less distributor with a HYFIRE (R) capacitive discharge ignition, or dual point distributor. Effective to approximately 6500 RPM when used with a point type distributor (depending on engine combination). Effective to approximately 8000 RPM when used with a Mallory HYFIRE electronic ignition control (depending on engine combination).
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- Glass Filled Polyester Case
- Longer Spark Duration
- Increased Performance
- No Energy Loss Due To Arcing
- Includes Brass Contact Terminal
In-Demand Performance Engines for 1981 Mercury Capris
Select from 19 premium Performance Engines parts for your 1981 Mercury Capri, with prices ranging from $13.99 to $675.99.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)
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$29.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 180 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)
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$29.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens at 160 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$31.99
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 195 Degrees
- Designed to Resist Large Variations of Coolant Pressure at High RPM
- Fully Opens at Correct Temperature Consistently Regardless of Engine RPM
- For High Performance Street, Drag Race, and Oval Track
- Copper & Brass Construction – Resists Corrosion
- High Flow
FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1035)
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$82.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.
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- Fel-Pro Performance head gaskets accommodate the high cylinder pressures and cylinder head movement associated with performance engines.
- Inserted within a stainless steel armor surrounding each cylinder, wire ring design provides highly concentrated sealing around the combustion chamber.
- Raises combustion sealing force to roughly three times that of standard head gaskets.
- Steel wire rings for the greatest combustion seal strength.
- Not intended for use in emission controlled vehicles.
B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 3000 (Part No.50442)
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$675.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength. Due to torque converter co
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- New Precision Pump Drive Tube
- Pressure Tested
- Fully Balanced
- Needle Thrust Bearing
- New Thrust Washer
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.CL70-123-6)
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$663.99
High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam/Lifter Kit for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder
B & M – Torque Converter, C4 26 Spline 10.5 BC (Part No.50416)
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$649.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength. Due to torque converter co
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- Furnace Brazed Impeller
- Steel Alloy Pump Drive Tube
- Heavy Duty Needle Bearing
- Between Stator and Turbine
- Furnace Brazed Turbine
Competition Cams – Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.70-131-6)
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$615.99
Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder
Competition Cams – High Energy 201/201 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.70-115-6)
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$615.99
High Energy 201/201 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.70-123-6)
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$614.99
High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder
Competition Cams – High Energy 210/210 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.70-119-6)
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$614.99
High Energy 210/210 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder
Competition Cams – Magnum 226/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.70-127-6)
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$533.99
Magnum 226/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder
B & M – Torque Converter, Tork Master 2400 (Part No.50441)
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$517.99
A higher than stock stall speed as delivered by a B&M Converter will provide several advantages. The high stall converter allows the engine to launch the car at a higher RPM where more torque is available and increased strength. Due to torque converter co
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- New Precision Pump Drive Tube
- Pressure Tested
- Fully Balanced
- Needle Thrust Bearing
- New Thrust Washer
Competition Cams – MAGTIMING SET SBF (Part No.2120)
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$123.99
MAGTIMING SET SBF
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1270-8)
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$116.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Competition Cams – ENGINE TIMING SET (Part No.3223)
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$49.99
ENGINE TIMING SET
Competition Cams – Hi-Tech 8.300" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod (Part No.7971-1)
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$22.99
Hi-Tech 8.300" Long, .080" Wall, 5/16" Diameter Pushrod
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1270-1)
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$20.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Competition Cams – High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 352-428, 144-250 and 2600-2800cc V6. (Part No.834-1)
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$13.99
High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 352-428, 144-250 and 2600-2800cc V6.
Most Sold 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Air Filters
Explore our best-selling Mercury parts for the 1981 Capri among 1 OEM and aftermarket options starting from $157.99.
K&N – Replacement Air Filter (Part No.E-1200)
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$157.99
K&N’s replacement air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration. We make over 1,200 different replacement air filters for the majority of vehicles on the road. These filters are washable and reusable and are custom designed to fit into your existing factory air box. Their drop-in design means adding performance is simple. With most vehicles you simply remove the disposable air filter and replace it with a K&N. See applicable instruction sheet for details. Our stock replacement air filters for street vehicles are covered by our famous K&N Million-Mile Limited Warranty and will be the last air filter your vehicle will ever need.
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- This is the last air filter your vehicle will ever need!
- Designed to boost horsepower and rate of acceleration
- Can be cleaned and used again
- High air flow with exceptional filtration
- Lasts up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is required depending on driving conditions
- Works with original equipment manufacturer vehicle electronics
- Emissions legal in all 50 US states
- Will NOT void vehicle warranty
- Million Mile Limited Warranty®
Top-Rated Performance and Racing Products Brands For Your 1981 Mercury Capri
Shop for the best-rated brands offering Performance and Racing Products and other products for your 1981 Mercury Capris. Below you’ll find some of our best rated Performance and Racing Products from Energy Suspension, B & M, and Accel, and more. Performance and Racing Products from these brands that fit a 1981 Capri start at just $9.99 and are rated as high as 4.4 stars. OEM and aftermarket Performance and Racing Products don’t get more top quality, durable, and affordable than from the brands below.
Popular Energy Suspension 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products
When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1981 Mercury Capri, using quality Performance and Racing Products is essential to ensure durability and a perfect fit. Energy Suspension ticks all of those boxes. We offer a wide selection of Energy Suspension Performance and Racing Products, specifically designed for the 1981 Mercury Capri. With over 1 Energy Suspension brand Performance and Racing Products in stock, you’re sure to find what you need. The prices for these top-notch parts start as low as $9.99. Plus, with over 3 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.4 stars, you can trust that our Energy Suspension Performance and Racing Products will get the job done right. Choose Advance Auto Parts for reliability, quality, and expert-approved parts that keep your vehicle running strong.
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Tie Rod Dust Boot
“Replaced the old torn boot and added a bit of color for a low cost.”
Popular B & M 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products
B & M auto parts is one of the highest quality Performance and Racing Product brands in the market. Any 1981 Mercury Capri owner should feel confident when installing genuine B & M parts in their vehicle. To ensure the best fit and performance for your 1981 Capri, Advance Auto Parts carries a full inventory of 3 B & M Performance and Racing Products. Plus you will be keeping your Mercury in peak condition while saving money because prices on these B & M Performance and Racing Products range from $299.99 to $527.99, plus, with more than 13 customer reviews and an impressive 4.1 stars average rating, you can be confident the Fram Performance and Racing Products below will deliver on both quality and value.
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Automatic Shifter – Megashifter – Universal
“its was pretty easy to install if u have any type of knowlegde of cars it should not be difficult at all and the shifting is awesome just be careful w”
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Automatic Shifter, StarShifter
“while I was looking this shifter over and found it wouldn’t work for my application, I found it to be as beautiful as the B&M shifter I had in my othe”
FAQs for 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products
Which Performance and Racing Products are best-sellers for 1981 Mercury Capris?
Out of 61 Performance and Racing Products that fit 1981 Mercury Capris, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (17360033) – $29.99
- High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (17360031) – $29.49
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $31.99
What’s the price range for 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products?
Performance and Racing Product prices for the 1981 Mercury Capri start at $9.99 and go up to $675.99 for the most premium parts.
What’s the average price of a Performance and Racing Product for a 1981 Mercury Capri?
The average price for Performance and Racing Products for the 1981 Mercury Capri is $170.20. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance and Racing Product category so you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance and Racing Products for other Mercury Capri model years?
What are the cheapest Performance and Racing Products for my 1981 Mercury Capri?
The cheapest 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products we carry in stock are:
- Tie Rod Dust Boot (17360821) – $9.99
- Ball Joint Dust Boot Set (22906818) – $9.99
- Tie Rod Dust Boot (22906874) – $9.99
- High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 352-428, 144-250 and 2600-2800cc V6. (50286487) – $13.99
- Sway Bar Bushing Set (22908720) – $19.99
What are the top-rated Performance and Racing Products that fit the 1981 Mercury Capri?
Out of 381 reviews by customers, our 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products have an average customer rating of . These are some of the highest-rated Performance and Racing Product types for the 1981 Mercury Capri and their top-rated products:
- Performance Steering Products
- Tie Rod Dust Boot (17360821) – $9.99
- Performance Ignition Products
- Tie Rod Dust Boot (17360821) – $9.99
What types of Performance and Racing Products do you sell for my 1981 Mercury Capri?
As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance and Racing Products for a 1981 Mercury Capri:
Can I get help with 1981 Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Product orders?
Contact our customer support team, by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Mercury Performance and Racing Products and more.
What is your return policy for Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Capri Performance and Racing Products and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.
