1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls

Essential 1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls

Carquest Premium – HVAC Blower Motor Resistor (Part No.RUC1061)

HVAC Blower Motor Resistor

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$17.79
Carquest premium direct replacement resistors are designed to match the operation and performance of the original equipment to restore the proper heating and cooling functionality.

Product Features:
  • Restores Functionality- Manufactured to original equipment specifications to restore full HVAC operation
  • Original equipment quality – Carquest blower motor resistors meet the high quality material standards and tolerances as the original equipment
  • Complete kit – Each kit includes the resistor, connector, and splice connectors to complete the job
  • Direct replacement – Carquest blower motor resistor kits are a direct replacement to the original equipment resistor
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Carquest Standard – Reman R4 Lightweight Compressor w/ Clutch (Part No.DW57941)

Reman R4 Lightweight Compressor w/ Clutch

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$237.99
Carquest Standard compressors offer reliable, long-lasting performance for a leak-free, dependable repair.

Product Features:
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function and durability
  • All remanufactured compressors are built using the latest compressor technology available today and using strict remanufacturing processes
  • All units have new seals, O-rings, gaskets and clutch bearings
  • Tested for noise, vibration, durability, vacuum decay and pressure decay to ensure no leaks and longer life
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Dorman – 2-Wire A/C Low Pressure Switch (Part No.85148)

2-Wire A/C Low Pressure Switch

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$32.49
This HVAC switch connector is designed to match the appearance and function of the original hardware on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this HVAC switch connector matches the appearance and function of the factory hardware on specified applications
  • Ideal solution – this connector 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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Motorad – Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 195 Degrees (Part No.4899KT)

Thermostat Kit: Includes Housing, Thermostat and Gasket, 195 Degrees

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$15.99
Kit includes thermostat, housing, and all necessary seals/gaskets to do the complete job. These individual parts are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat and housing will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Edelbrock – Engine Water Pump Gasket Set for Chevy Small-Block (Part No.7251)

Engine Water Pump Gasket Set for Chevy Small-Block

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$14.99
Edelbrock #7251 Engine Water Pump Gasket Set Chevy Small Block. Is it time to rebuild your Edelbrock mechanical water pump? No problem– these Edelbrock water pump gaskets will keep your water pump leak-free. They are manufactured from quality materials a

Product Features:
  • Composite Material
  • 2-Pump To Block
  • 1-Back Plate-To-Water Pump
  • O-Ring
  • For SB Chevy
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator (Part No.T33198)

A/C Accumulator

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$17.99
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube (Part No.16152)

Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube

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$18.29
Optimized refrigerant flow; Core design meets or exceeds OE performance And efficiency; Application specific design for GM vehicles; Replaces damaged evaporator inlet tube
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Carquest Premium – HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Connector (Part No.PTA1284)

HVAC Blower Motor Resistor Connector

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$10.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – A/C Black Orifice Tube (Part No.T38638)

A/C Black Orifice Tube

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$4.49
Carquest Orifice Tubes are designed to regulate the flow of refrigerant through the air conditioning system to provide optimal cooling to the passenger compartment. Each orifice tube is manufactured to original equipment specifications to perform its function even in the harshest climates. Each part is supplied with the necessary gaskets and o-rings for installation.

Product Features:
  • Each orifice tube is tested for function and leakage according to OEM specifications to ensure optimal performance of the air conditioning system.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
  • Color coded
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Carquest Premium – Temperature Sender With Gauge (Part No.WTC1045)

Temperature Sender With Gauge

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$15.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All MotoRad Coolant Temperature Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • 100% factory resistance calibrated to ensure precision tolerances, resulting in extremely accurate temperature for optimal performance
  • Thread Sealant and/or O-ring pre-installed on applicable sensors to ensure leak free performance
  • Brass sensor housing precision machined to meet or exceed OE thermal conductivity
  • OE precision matched thermistor position for correct output parameters
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Factory Air – Coolant Temp Sensor Switch (Part No.36403)

Coolant Temp Sensor Switch

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$24.05
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Brass construction for accurate temperature sensing
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated terminal to resist corrosion
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Factory Air – Sealing Washer Kit (Part No.24336)

Sealing Washer Kit

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$12.29
Includes O-Ring; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Flex A Lite – 400 Series Nylon Flex Fan (Part No.417)

400 Series Nylon Flex Fan

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$32.99
400 Series Nylon Flex Fan

Factory Air – System Mounted Preset Cycling Temperature Switch (Part No.35720)

System Mounted Preset Cycling Temperature Switch

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$18.05
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Precision engineered
  • OE style connectors
  • Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity
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Carquest Premium – Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees (Part No.13779)

Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees

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$15.79
Carquest Premium Thermostats are manufactured with OEM quality materials and safety standards by an OE Supplier. This thermostat will meet and exceed the expectations of the OE thermostat to insure the best product for your cooling system. Stands up to even the most demanding automotive cooling systems. Manufactured with OEM specifications and processes. Copper case and wax compound assures rapid response to temperature changes in the coolant. Offset design, air relief valve, and OEM style seals included where applicable.

Product Features:
  • High grade stainless steel and copper construction
  • Meets or exceeds OEM standards
  • Consistent and precise response to cooling system needs
  • Original equipment design for worry-free direct fit replacement
  • 100% tested and calibrated
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Felpro – WATER PUMP MOUNTING GASKET SET (Part No.ES 73030)

WATER PUMP MOUNTING GASKET SET

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$7.49
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
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1329)

A/C Compressor Switch Connector

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$17.79
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – Heater Core (Part No.399072)

Heater Core

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$40.99
Carquest Premium offers a complete line of automotive heater cores covering 94% of all North American vehicle applications. Carquest Premium provides value in several ways, including increased thermal performance and resistance to corrosion using enhanced design features, such as the latest fin and tube technology and design standardization for maximum availability. Carquest Premium offers certified heater cores that meet or exceed OE specifications and are all fitment checked in the actual vehicle’s HVAC heater module and are, thus, ready to be installed right out of the box for a “Drop-In Fit”. Carquest Premium heater cores are engineered and manufactured under ISO TS16949 quality systems and are 100% leak tested.

Product Features:
  • All heater cores are designed and tested to match or exceed OE specifications for form, fit and performance with a clear focus on obtaining the highest heat transfer performance possible through use of quality materials and manufacturing processes to ensu
  • Carquest Premium heater cores are engineered and manufactured under ISO TS16949 quality systems and are 100% leak tested.
  • Provides value in several ways, including increased thermal performance and resistance to corrosion using enhanced design features, such as the latest fin and tube technology and design standardization for maximum availability.
  • Carquest Premium offers a complete line of automotive heater cores covering 94% of all North American vehicle applications.
  • Our advanced engineering methods coupled with our innovative manufacturing technology provides products to the aftermarket that meet or exceed form, fit, and function of OEM Parts
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Felpro – Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket (Part No.35062)

Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket

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$3.99
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
  • Manufactured for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Quality that you can trust
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Flex A Lite – Trimline Straight Blade Electric Fan (Part No.114)

Trimline Straight Blade Electric Fan

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$125.99
Trimline Straight Blade Electric Fan

Dorman – Radiator Fan Assembly: Dual, Cost Effective & Reliable (Part No.620-634)

Radiator Fan Assembly: Dual, Cost Effective & Reliable

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$268.99
This engine cooling fan assembly is precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the stock radiator fan on specific vehicle years, makes and models. It has been rigorously tested to ensure it cools as effectively as the original part.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this engine cooling fan assembly was precision-engineered to match the fit and performance of the stock radiator fan assembly on specific vehicles
  • Complete package – assembly is designed with the same materials and components as the original part
  • Quality assured – motors are tested in laboratory settings to ensure performance
  • Cost effective and reliable – trustworthy manufacturing for far less than same part at the dealership
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Felpro – THERMOSTAT GASKET (Part No.35632)

THERMOSTAT GASKET

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$3.79
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
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
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Permatex – Sensor-Safe, High Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker (Part No.22074)

Sensor-Safe, High Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker

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$6.99
Permatex Ultra Grey is specified for high torque and high vibration applications. Ultra Grey offers a sensor-safe, low odor, non-corrosive formula and is OEM specified to fit dealership warranty requirements. This high performance gasket maker meets performance specs of OE silicone gaskets and can be used on high torque and vibration applications such as valve covers, water pump, intake manifold end seals ad thermostat housings.

Product Features:
  • High torque and rigidity
  • Sensor-safe, non-corrosive formula
  • OEM specified
  • Low-odor, non-corrosive formula
  • Ideal for closed spaced bolt patterns
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Mr. Gasket – Bolt Water Pump (Part No.4998)

Bolt Water Pump

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$32.99
This Mr. Gasket Water Pump Bolt Set includes chrome plated grade 5 hex head fasteners to install the water pump on your small or big block Chevrolet with the long style water pump. Includes four 3/8 inch-16 x 2 inch bolts with four 3/8 inch AN washers. AN washers have no exposed shoulder which offers a professional appearance.

Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated
  • Grade 5
  • AN washers with no exposed shoulder for a professional appearance
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Imperial – Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control (Part No.226204)

Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control

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$55.99
Adjustable Thermostatic Fan Control. 160-210°F; push-in probe. Controls the operating temperature of Imperial electric fans. Operates up to 2 fans.

Product Features:
  • Adjustable thermostatic fan control
  • 160-210°F push-in probe
  • For use with Imperial electric fans
  • Probe installs into radiator fins
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Factory Air – 14" Reversible Fan Kit (Part No.36897)

14" Reversible Fan Kit

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$164.99
Our products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Backed by over 50 years of mobile a/c experience, fix it once and fix it right with Factory Air.

Product Features:
  • Motors built and tested to quality specifications
  • 14″ universal fit reversible fan
  • Includes mounting and relay kit
  • 1350 CFM
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Factory Air – Harness Connector (Part No.37227)

Harness Connector

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$25.49
OE style connectors; Molded plastic construction; Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity; Universal applications
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Dorman – Rivet-Push In-Hole Diameter .500 In-Head Diameter 1 In-Length .900 In (Part No.799-105)

Rivet-Push In-Hole Diameter .500 In-Head Diameter 1 In-Length .900 In

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$5.29
Constructed of quality materials, this multi-purpose retainer provides the same function and versatility as the original equipment retainer ensuring long service life.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this retainer matches the fit and function of the original equipment retainer for this vehicle application
  • Quality material – this retainer is made of durable material for long-lasting service
  • Versatile design – this retainer is suitable for a variety of automotive uses
  • Excellent value – this part offers original equipment quality at a competitive cost
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1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls

You count on your 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 Cooling and Climate Controls. With 164 Cooling and Climate Controls ranging in price from $1.49 to $569.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Cooling and Climate Controls brand, we stock 22 different brands like Carquest Premium, Permatex, and Felpro. 1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls start as low as $1.49!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Cooling and Climate Controls is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 23,007 extensive product reviews on 1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls. Some of the top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls products we carry are Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket with 4.8 stars and A/C White Orifice Tube with 4.7 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Cooling and Climate Controls from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Cooling and Climate Controls inventory for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird below to get started!

Top-Rated Cooling and Climate Controls Brands For Your 1981 Pontiac Firebird

Trusted Cooling and Climate Controls OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1981 Pontiac Firebird running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Carquest Premium, Permatex, Felpro, and even more.

Popular Dorman Cooling and Climate Controls

You’ll find popular Dorman brand products across Engine Cooling Parts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Pontiac Firebird back on the road. Some of the top-rated Dorman products in these categories are:
Rivet-Push In-Hole Diameter .500 In-Head Diameter 1 In-Length .900 In
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Rivet-Push In-Hole Diameter .500 In-Head Diameter 1 In-Length .900 In
Engine Coolant Reservoir Clip

Top-Rated Carquest Premium Cooling and Climate Controls


If Carquest Premium are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Carquest Premium brand Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird, and some of our most reviewed Carquest Premium parts include:
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
from $9.79
(260)
Radiator Cap: 16 PSI
Radiator Caps
Blower Motor: With Wheel
from $34.99
(116)
Blower Motor: With Wheel
Blower Motors
Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees
from $9.99
(107)
Standard Thermostat: 195 Degrees
Thermostats

FAQs for 1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls

What are the most purchased Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird?

Out of 164 Cooling and Climate Controls for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
from $6.99
(288)
Water Pump & Thermostat RTV Silicone Gasket Maker, 0.5 OZ
Engine Water Pump Inlet Pipe Gaskets
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
from $11.49
(95)
Sensor-Safe, High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker
Water Pump Housing Gaskets
Engine Water Pump Gasket
from $2.99
(68)
Engine Water Pump Gasket
Water Pump Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1981 Pontiac Firebird Cooling and Climate Controls?

Top-rated Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
from $3.99
(100)
Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket
“Perfect fit”
A/C White Orifice Tube
from $2.99
(97)
A/C White Orifice Tube
“Good”
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.99
(97)
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
“Perfect fit in my f150. Works great.”