1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Engine Parts

Essential 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Engine Parts

Driveworks – Crankshaft Seal (Part No.S-4307-V)

Crankshaft Seal

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$25.99
Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Felpro – Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set (Part No.TCS 45930)

Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set

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$16.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Timing cover set includes gaskets and seals necessary for timing chain/belt replacement job
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Edelbrock – Hold-Down Tab Kits for Small-Block Chevy (Qty 4) (Part No.4404)

Hold-Down Tab Kits for Small-Block Chevy (Qty 4)

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$20.99
Product Features:
  • Not For Center Bolt Covers
  • Steel Material
  • For Small-Block Chevy
  • Chrome Finish
  • Set of 4
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket (Part No.S361)

Engine Timing Crankshaft Sprocket

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$16.99
Along with the timing chain, tensioners, and guides, sprockets are an integral component within the timing system. Timing gears and sprockets are available as part of complete timing kits as well as for individual purchase and installation

Product Features:
  • Featuring precision-tooled or machined tooth form and precision-machined bore for true fit, timing chain sprockets offer reliability and dependability for engine rebuilds and typical replacement jobs
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
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Sealed Power – Engine Push Rod (Part No.RP-3180)

Engine Push Rod

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$2.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each) (Part No.555-033)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-45/64 In. SC, Height 0.270 (sold by each)

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$2.29
This engine expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Crankshaft Rebuilders – Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit (Part No.10550)

Remanufactured Crankshaft Kit

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$233.99
Remanufactured precision machined OE crankshafts.

Product Features:
  • Includes matching rod and main bearings.
  • Journals Micropolished.
  • All units subject to complete quality inspection.
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Sealed Power – Engine Rocker Arm Bridge (Part No.MR-1840)

Engine Rocker Arm Bridge

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$2.49
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Melling Select Performnce – High Performance Standard Volume Billet Aluminum Street and Strip Oil Pump (Part No.10055ST-825SS)

High Performance Standard Volume Billet Aluminum Street and Strip Oil Pump

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$497.99
Melling high performance billet aluminum oil pumps provide dependable performance every time in every application under the toughest RPM conditions. The Melling billet aluminum oil pump series features a lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum housing and cover, a p

Product Features:
  • Standard volume high performance racing oil pump
  • Lightweight anodized coated billet 6061-T6 aluminum housing and cover
  • Patented high volume billet steel shark tooth helical gears create less oil pulsing at high RPM’s
  • Includes high performance 12550 chrome moly steel intermediate drive shaft with pinned steel guide
  • Adjustable relief valve has multiple pressure settings
  • Includes additional replacement pressure springs to increase or decrease 10 Pounds
  • Integrated adjustable oil pickup screen is designed for 8.25 inch oil pans
  • Includes oil pump mounting stud kit
  • For street and strip applications
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Felpro – Engine Oil Pump Gasket (Part No.70032)

Engine Oil Pump Gasket

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$3.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Sealed Power – Engine Oil Pump Repair Kit (Part No.224-518)

Engine Oil Pump Repair Kit

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$27.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Dorman – Harmonic Balancer Assembly (Part No.594-008)

Harmonic Balancer Assembly

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$60.99
This direct replacement harmonic balancer features a stress-resistant rubber bond to properly absorb engine vibration. Stringent standards help ensure excellent tensile and impact strength for greater durability.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this harmonic balancer assembly exactly matches the fit and function of the original harmonic balancer for a direct replacement
  • Durable construction – stringent specifications and careful construction help ensure longevity
  • Thoroughly tested – this harmonic balancer has undergone dimensional verification, material validation and functional testing
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Cloyes Gear – Engine Timing Chain (Part No.C385)

Engine Timing Chain

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$29.99
A timing chain synchronizes the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft(s) ensuring proper timing and allows the engine’s valves to open and close during each cylinder’s firing. Available in kits or as a stand-alone product, our chains are pre-stressed and heat-treated for increased durability. Our chains are engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment

Product Features:
  • Recommended that the chain tensioner(s), sprocket(s), and guide(s) also be replaced when the chain is replaced, as these components play a vital role in system stability and accurate timing
  • Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Engineered and manufactured with precision pitch control for proper chain-to-sprocket tooth fitment
  • CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Pre-Stressed And Heat-Treated For Increased Durability. Precision Cut Plates And Rollers With Smooth Finish. Precision Pitch Control For Proper Chain To Sprocket Tooth Fit.
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Cloyes Performance – High Performance Timing Set (Part No.9-3513X9)

High Performance Timing Set

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$127.99
Billet Camshaft Sprocket for Superior Street Performance. Billet Crankshaft Sprocket Has Nine Keyways for +/- 8 Degrees Adjustability. Crankshaft Sprocket Heat Treated for Durability. Seamless TRUE Roller 0.250″ Roller Diameter Chain for Reduced Friction.

Product Features:
  • The complete kits, which meet or exceed OEM performance requirements, ensure a quiet and maintenance-free experience
  • Cloyes parts are CAD designed and manufactured using premium materials. Each part is extensively tested and measured for function, fitment, and durability to ensure optimal performance
  • Cloyes Timing Kits may include camshaft sprockets, crankshaft sprockets, timing chains, tensioners, and guides
  • Refer to our online catalog for detailed application-specific information
  • Keep your engine’s valve train in perfect time with Cloyes, the world leader in timing drive systems.
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Cardone – Engine Control Module (Part No.77-7748)

Engine Control Module

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$142.99
CARDONE Remanufactured Electronic and Powertrain Control Modules are designed to meet or exceed O.E. performance. Reverse engineering provides insight into how and why the unit originally failed, allowing our engineers to identify and correct original design weaknesses. All critical components are re-soldered or replaced at our Philadelphia manufacturing plant, and each unit is 100% computer tested to ensure reliability. CARDONE is committed to getting your vehicle back to peak performance.

Product Features:
  • Tested with automated computer equipment or bench-tested, depending on application, to ensure functionality.
  • Re-soldering of critical components ensures superior electrical connections. This prevents intermittent failures and leads to longer product life.
  • On-car vehicle validation is done to test durability and performance.
  • As a remanufactured Original Equipment part, this unit guarantees a perfect vehicle fit.
  • Our remanufacturing process is earth-friendly, as it reduces the energy and raw material needed to make a new part by 80%.
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Sealed Power – Engine Camshaft Bearing Set (Part No.1749M)

Engine Camshaft Bearing Set

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$43.49
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • A-Series bi-metal aluminum alloy
  • Greater seizure resistance than tri-metal material
  • Dramatically reduces or eliminates bearing wear
  • Made with silicon to provide greater surface hardness
  • Silicon particles help polish crankshaft journal to further reduce wear during operation
  • Utilizes ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Dorman – Brass Plug-Pipe Thread- 1/4 In. (Part No.490-075.1)

Brass Plug-Pipe Thread- 1/4 In.

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$3.79
This pipe plug matches the original equipment plug for diameter, thread pitch and head type to ensure a reliable repair. Made of corrosion-resistant material, it has been engineered for leak-free performance and a long service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this pipe plug matches the diameter, thread pitch and head type of the original equipment part
  • Durable construction – this plug is made of quality materials for dependable service
  • Leak-free performance – quality manufacturing process ensures a tight for reliable sealing
  • Quality tested – this plug has undergone validation testing to ensure proper fit and function for this vehicle’s application
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Felpro – OIL PAN GASKET SET (Part No.OS 30668 R)

OIL PAN GASKET SET

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$36.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR IMPERFECT SEALING SURFACES — Engineered and manufactured specifically for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
  • ENGINEERED TO PERFORM — Proprietary cork-rubber formulation
  • SUPERIOR SEAL — Highly conformable to accommodate for the imperfect sealing surfaces
  • EVERY PART FOR THE REPAIR — Fel-Pro gasket sets include every part needed for the repair unless otherwise noted
  • REAL-WORLD TESTED — Parts are tested on-vehicle and validated to ensure optimal performance on the road
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Dorman – Rubber Expansion Plug 7/8 In. – Size Range 7/8 In. – 1 In. (sold by each) (Part No.570-004)

Rubber Expansion Plug 7/8 In. - Size Range 7/8 In. - 1 In. (sold by each)

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$3.99
This engine intake manifold expansion plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine intake manifold expansion plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Felpro – Fuel Pump Mounting Gasket (Part No.13415)

Fuel Pump Mounting Gasket

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$1.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Melling – Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft (Part No.IS-95)

Stock Replacement Type Oil Pump Intermediate Shaft

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$16.29
A new Melling oil pump shaft is recommended to complete every new oil pump install. Melling offers a complete line of high quality shafts for domestic and import pump applications. A new oil pump shaft is necessary due to possible metal fatigue, cracking

Product Features:
  • Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
  • Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
  • Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
  • Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications
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Imperial – Engine Oil Cooler (Part No.241040)

Engine Oil Cooler

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$216.99
Product Features:
  • Imperial Swirl-Cool« engine oil cooler kit
  • Size: 1-1/2″ x 6-1/2″ x 18″
  • Heavy-duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
  • Universal Cooler, NOT a direct OE replacement. User to determine fitment prior to installation
  • Heavy duty applications
  • All except Chevrolet V8 applications
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Dorman – Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/8 In., SC, Height 0.470 (sold by each) (Part No.555-020)

Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/8 In., SC, Height 0.470 (sold by each)

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$1.29
This engine cylinder head plug is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine cylinder head plug matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this plug is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Sealed Power – Main Bearing Set (Part No.139M 10)

Main Bearing Set

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$85.99
Speed-Pro delivers the power you need and the value and quality that you deserve. Whether you are running at the track, chasing trophies on the strip, or just cruising down the road, count on Speed-Pro to provide the best value in HP engine components

Product Features:
  • A-Series bi-metal aluminum alloy
  • Greater seizure resistance than tri-metal material
  • IROX coating
  • Polymer coating enhances bearing
  • Made with silicon for greater surface hardness
  • Silicon particles help polish crankshaft journal (reduces wear during operation)
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Sealed Power – Engine Piston Ring Set (Part No.E-251KC 30)

Engine Piston Ring Set

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$95.99
Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Chrome plated ring face
  • Increases wear resistance in dirty air conditions
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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Carquest Premium – Engine Oil Filler Cap: 10104, Screw On, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack (Part No.10104)

Engine Oil Filler Cap: 10104, Screw On, Direct Fit, Provides Tight Seal, 1 Pack

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Manufactured from high quality components by an OE Supplier. Proper fit and sealing prevents oil loss. Designed to OEM specifications. High quality finish is designed to compliment the engine compartment appearance.

Product Features:
  • Provides proper seal to ensure leak prevention
  • Stops engine blow by
  • High quality construction
  • Meets all OEM specifications
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Felpro – Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set (Part No.SS 10058)

Engine Valve Stem Oil Seal Set

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$20.99
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • RIGHT TYPE — Valve stem seals designs are application-specific for the repair occasion using either deflector (umbrella) seals, O-ring style or positive seals
  • QUALITY MATERIALS — Each valve stem seal features materials based on the specific application for your vehicle repair
  • ENGINEERING EXPERTISE — Parts are reviewed, validated and approved by Fel-Pro engineers through rigorous research, development and testing
  • INSTALLATION AID — Installation tool included to protect inner lip of seal from damage during seal installation
  • COVERAGE — Available for domestic and foreign nameplate vehicles
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Sealed Power – Engine Valve Lifter (Part No.HT-969)

Engine Valve Lifter

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Sealed Power« parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Unsurpassed quality that you can trust
  • Uses leading edge materials
  • State-of-the-art manufacturing
  • Exacting tolerances
  • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
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1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Engine Parts

You count on your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Engine Parts. With 150 Engine Parts ranging in price from $0.43 to $1,851.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

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What are the most purchased Engine Parts for the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass?

Out of 150 Engine Parts for the 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass, the most popular in our inventory are:
Engine Valve Lifter
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Engine Valve Lifter
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What are the top-rated 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Engine Parts?

Top-rated Engine Parts for your 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set
“Product was as described and fit correctly.”
Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set
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Engine Timing Cover Gasket Set
“I have always used Fel Pro gaskets on everything automotive related. Whether it be one of my Hot Rod’s or my daily drivers. They are not cheap paper ”
Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.220
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Steel Cup Expansion Plug 1-1/2 In., Height 0.220
“worked out great. no problems”