1981 Western Star WSH Car Parts & Accessories

You have come to the right place if you need new or replacement parts for your 1981 WSH. Advance Auto carries over 17 aftermarket parts for your 1981 Western Star WSH, along with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. You will find amazing prices on 1981 WSH Exhaust Parts and Belts and Hoses. Plus, our selection of 1981 Alternators and Starters for your WSH are some of the lowest in the market.

Find replacement parts and upgrades for your 1981 Western Star WSH. Use our customer reviews of Fuel and Emissions Systems parts and others, along with user ratings on the many of the products we offer. You won’t find an easier way to shop for 1981 Western Star WSH performance parts, 1981 Western Star WSH body parts, interior components, or any type of part for that matter. Get your WSH upgraded or back in pristine shape by shopping Advance Auto Parts.

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Best-Selling Cooling and Climate Controls for your 1981 Western Star WSH

Upgrade your 1981 Western Star WSH with one of the 5 best-selling parts in stock, starting at just $4.99.

Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: without Wheel (Part No.35504)

Blower Motor: without Wheel

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$54.99
Carquest Premium Blower Motors 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 Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: without Wheel (Part No.35576)

Blower Motor: without Wheel

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$52.99
Carquest Premium Blower Motors 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 Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: without Wheel (Part No.35523)

Blower Motor: without Wheel

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$45.49
Carquest Premium Blower Motors 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 Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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Carquest Premium – Blower Motor: without Wheel (Part No.35524)

Blower Motor: without Wheel

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$74.99
Carquest Premium Blower Motors 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 Carquest Premium Blower Motors. Meets or exceeds OE design. Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM. Windings meet or exceed OEM Specifications. Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
  • Meets or exceeds OE design and performance
  • Magnetic size and properties compare or exceed OEM
  • Windings meet or exceed OEM specifications
  • Motor RPM equivalent to or exceeds OEM motor
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Carquest Premium – Coolant Temperature Sensor (Part No.WTA2372)

Coolant Temperature Sensor

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$4.99
Approved materials for increased durability in even the most extreme temperatures. All Carquest 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.
  • Extensive design validation testing and 100% end-of-line tested
  • Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413
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Most Popular 1981 Western Star WSH Fluids and Chemicals

Improve your WSH’s performance by choosing from our wide selection of 7 OEM and aftermarket auto parts specifically for your 1981 Western Star WSH.

ZEREX – G05® Full Strength Concentrate Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon (Part No.ZXG051)

G05® Full Strength Concentrate Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon

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$22.99
ZEREX G05® is the automaker approved original chemistry used in newer Ford®, Chrysler® and Mercedes-Benz® automotive and diesel engines. Its Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) chemistry combines the best of conventional and organic acid-based chemistry to provide the ultimate protection against rust and corrosion. ZEREX G05 antifreeze/coolant uses the highest-quality virgin ethylene glycol for freeze and boil over protection and a hybrid organic acid corrosion inhibitor package to protect your engines from liner pitting and corrosion.

Product Features:
  • Automaker approved technology. Provides protection for 5 years / 150,000 miles in light duty applications and 3 years / 300,000 miles in heavy duty applications.
  • Formulated for long life performance
  • Low-silicate, low-pH and phosphate-free formula
  • Helps protect all cooling system metals, including aluminum
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ZEREX – G-05 Formula 50/50 Pre-Mixed RTU Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon (Part No.ZXG05RU1)

G-05 Formula 50/50 Pre-Mixed RTU Antifreeze / Coolant, 1 Gallon

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$19.99
ZEREX G05® is the automaker approved original chemistry used in newer Ford®, Chrysler® and Mercedes-Benz® automotive and diesel engines. Its Hybrid Organic Acid Technology (HOAT) chemistry combines the best of conventional and organic acid-based chemistry to provide the ultimate protection against rust and corrosion. ZEREX G05® antifreeze/coolant uses the highest quality virgin ethylene glycol for freeze and boil over protection and a hybrid organic acid corrosion inhibitor package to protect your engines from liner pitting and corrosion.

Product Features:
  • Automaker approved technology. Provides protection for 5 years / 150,000 miles in light duty applications and 3 years / 300,000 miles in heavy duty applications
  • Formulated for long life performance
  • Low-silicate, low-pH and phosphate-free formula
  • Helps protect all cooling system metals, including aluminum
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Prestone – Command Antifreeze and Coolant: Concentrate, ESI Precharged Purple, 1 Gallon (Part No.AFC10000)

Command Antifreeze and Coolant: Concentrate, ESI Precharged Purple, 1 Gallon

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$25.99
Prestone Command Extended Service Interval (ESI) antifreeze+coolant (Concentrate) is designed to work with all Class 6-8 vehicles. It is compatible with any IAC engine. This formula is Nitrites and precharged with supplemental coolant additive (SCA). Command ESI is a stabilized, low silicate formula, which helps reduce deposits and hard water scale buildup. There are no phosphates in this formula. Command ESI requires monitoring and maintaining the additive levels (SCAs).

Product Features:
  • Extended Service Internal (ESI) SCA Precharged – Purple Formula
  • Stabilized, Low silicate (no phosphates) formula – helps reduce deposits and hard water scale buildup
  • Meets OEM Performance requirements: ASTM D6210, D3306, D4985; TMC RP329A, RP338A; Cummings CES 14603, CES 90T8-4; Detroit Diesel 93K217, 7SE298 and many OEM requirements
  • Concentrated formula. Must mix with high quality (distilled/deionized) water to the desired ratio. Can be used for top-off, complete drain and refill or flush and refill of the cooling system.
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Prestone – Command Antifreeze and Coolant: 50/50 Ready-to-Use, Nitrites ELC Red N-OAT, 1 Gallon (Part No.AFC11100)

Command Antifreeze and Coolant: 50/50 Ready-to-Use, Nitrites ELC Red N-OAT, 1 Gallon

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$23.99
Prestone Command Nitrites (NOAT) Extended Life (ELC) antifreeze+coolant (ready to use) is designed to work with all Class 6-8 vehicles. When compared to ESI and low silicate conventional, it is designed to help lower maintenance costs and improve water pump life. It is compatible with any Nitrites OAT engine. This formula is Nitrites and provides excellent protection for aluminum and all other engine metals. Command NOAT ELC protects against liner pitting and corrosion protections.

Product Features:
  • Nitrites Extended Life Coolant – NOAT ELC – Red formula. Compatible with any Nitrites OAT
  • Helps lower maintenance costs and improve water pump life when compared to ESI coolants
  • Meets OEM Performance requirements: ASTM D6210, D3306, D4985; TMC RP329A, RP338A, RP364; Cummings CES 14439; Cat EC-1 and many OEM requirements
  • Ready to Use formula (prediluted to a 50% Eg and 50% distilled water mix). Perfect for small volume top-off or complete drain and refill of the cooling system
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Prestone – Command Antifreeze and Coolant: Concentrate, Nitrites ELC Red N-OAT, 1 Gallon (Part No.AFC11000)

Command Antifreeze and Coolant: Concentrate, Nitrites ELC Red N-OAT, 1 Gallon

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$25.99
Prestone Command Nitrites (NOAT) Extended Life (ELC) antifreeze+coolant (Concentrate) is designed to work with all Class 6-8 vehicles. When compared to ESI and low silicate conventional, it is designed to help lower maintenance costs and improve water pump life. It is compatible with any Nitrites OAT engine. This formula is Nitrites and provides excellent protection for aluminum and all other engine metals. Command NOAT ELC protects against liner pitting and corrosion protections.

Product Features:
  • Nitrites Extended Life Coolant – NOAT ELC – Red formula. Compatible with any Nitrites OAT
  • Helps lower maintenance costs and improve water pump life when compared to ESI coolants
  • Meets OEM Performance requirements: ASTM D6210, D3306, D4985; TMC RP329A, RP338A, RP364; Cummings CES 14439; Cat EC-1 and many OEM requirements
  • Concentrated formula. Must mix with high quality (distilled/deionized) water to the desired ratio. Can be used for top-off, complete drain and refill or flush and refill of the cooling system.
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Prestone – Command Antifreeze and Coolant: Concentrate, Cor-Guard Nitrite-Free ELC Red NF-OAT, 1 Gallon (Part No.AFC13000)

Command Antifreeze and Coolant: Concentrate, Cor-Guard Nitrite-Free ELC Red NF-OAT, 1 Gallon

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$24.49
Prestone Command Cor-Guard Nitrite Free (NF-OAT) Extended Life (ELC) antifreeze+coolant (Concentrate) is designed to work with all Class 1-8 vehicles; Heavy Duty and Light Duty. COR-GUARD technology increases uptime; More miles between service = Less cost to maintain. Utilizing Cor-Guard technology, this formula is designed to protect cooling system parts from corrosion and damage. It instantly protects against the spread of rust, corrosion, pitting, gunk, grime and build-up. It is one fluid that can be used for the whole fleet; all vehicles, coolant colors (LD) and any Nitrite Free OAT engine (HD). Service life is 1,000,000 Miles/20,000 hrs [class 7-8 with wet sleeve liners]. When compared to ESI and low silicate conventional, it is designed to help lower maintenance costs and improve water pump life. This formula is Nitrite Free, provides excellent protection for aluminum and all other engine metals and eliminates the need to add supplemental coolant additives.

Product Features:
  • Cor-Guard Nitrite Free Extended Life Coolant – NF-OAT ELC – RED formula. Compatible with any Nitrite Free OAT and all Light Duty vehicles
  • COR-GUARD technology increases uptime; More miles between service = Less cost to maintain. Instantly stops the spread of rust, corrosion, pitting, gunk, grime and build-up
  • Meets OEM Performance requirements: ASTM D6210, D3306, D4985, D7583; TMC RP338A, RP364; Cummings CES 14603, bulletin 3666132; Detroit Diesel 93K217; Cat EC-1 and many OEM requirements
  • Concentrated formula. Must mix with high quality (distilled/deionized) water to the desired ratio. Can be used for top-off, complete drain and refill or flush and refill of the cooling system.
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Prestone – Command Antifreeze and Coolant: 50/50 Ready-to-Use, Cor-Guard Nitrite-Free ELC Red NF-OAT, 1 Gallon (Part No.AFC13100)

Command Antifreeze and Coolant: 50/50 Ready-to-Use, Cor-Guard Nitrite-Free ELC Red NF-OAT, 1 Gallon

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$19.99
Prestone Command Cor-Guard Nitrite Free (NF-OAT) Extended Life (ELC) antifreeze+coolant (ready to use) is designed to work with all Class 1-8 vehicles; Heavy Duty and Light Duty. COR-GUARD technology increases uptime; More miles between service = Less cost to maintain. Utilizing Cor-Guard technology, this formula is designed to protect cooling system parts from corrosion and damage. It instantly protects against the spread of rust, corrosion, pitting, gunk, grime and build-up. It is one fluid that can be used for the whole fleet; all vehicles, coolant colors (LD) and any Nitrite Free OAT engine (HD). Service life is 1,000,000 Miles/20,000 hrs [class 7-8 with wet sleeve liners]. When compared to ESI and low silicate conventional, it is designed to help lower maintenance costs and improve water pump life. This formula is Nitrite Free, provides excellent protection for aluminum and all other engine metals and eliminates the need to add supplemental coolant additives.

Product Features:
  • Cor-Guard Nitrite Free Extended Life Coolant – NF-OAT ELC – RED formula. Compatible with any Nitrite Free OAT and all Light Duty vehicles
  • COR-GUARD technology increases uptime; More miles between service = Less cost to maintain. Instantly stops the spread of rust, corrosion, pitting, gunk, grime and build-up
  • Meets OEM Performance requirements: ASTM D6210, D3306, D4985, D7583; TMC RP338A, RP364; Cummings CES 14603, bulletin 3666132; Detroit Diesel 93K217; Cat EC-1 and many OEM requirements
  • Ready to Use formula (prediluted to a 50% Eg and 50% distilled water mix). Perfect for small volume top-off or complete drain and refill of the cooling system
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Top-Selling WSH Filters and PCVs

Shop now for the best auto parts and accessories for your 1981 WSH, starting at $21.29, and ensure your Western Star stays in top shape.

Carquest Premium – Oil Filter: Removes Oil Contaminants for Superior Engine Protection (Part No.85970)

Oil Filter: Removes Oil Contaminants for Superior Engine Protection

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$51.99
Carquest Premium Oil Spin-on Filters protect your engine by removing contaminants, such as dirt, metal particles, and sludge, from your engine oil. These filters effectively remove contaminants that can cause significant wear and damage to critical engine components. The spin-on design screws directly onto a mounting head, allowing for easy servicing and replacement. By keeping the oil clean, these filters help ensure proper lubrication and cooling, reduce friction and help extend engine life. Carquest Premium Oil Spin-on Filters are designed to meet or exceed the performance requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Design: Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance standards.
  • Ensures Clean Oil: Removes contaminants to prevent wear and damage to critical engine components.
  • Extends Engine Life:┐Maintains proper lubrication, reducing friction and engine wear over time.
  • Spin-on Design:┐Allows for easy installation and replacement during routine maintenance.
  • Durable Construction: Made with sturdy materials to withstand engine vibrations and harsh conditions.
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Carquest Premium – Fuel Filter: Engineered for Optimal Engine Efficiency and Performance (Part No.86118)

Fuel Filter: Engineered for Optimal Engine Efficiency and Performance

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$21.29
Carquest Premium Fuel Spin-on Filters protect your engine and fuel system by removing dirt, rust, and other impurities from the fuel before it reaches your engine fuel system. These filters effectively remove contaminants to prevent clogging and damage to fuel injectors, pumps and other critical engine components. The spin-on design screws directly onto a mounting head, allowing for easy servicing and replacement. By keeping the fuel clean, these filters help ensure optimal combustion, improve engine efficiency, and reduce emissions. Carquest Premium Fuel Spin-on Filters are designed to meet or exceed the performance requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Design: Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance standards.
  • Ensures Clean Fuel: Removes contaminants to prevent clogging and damage to critical engine components.
  • Spin-on Design:┐Allows for easy installation and replacement during routine maintenance.
  • Enhances Reliability:┐Maintains consistent fuel flow, reducing engine hesitation and stalling.
  • Improves Engine Performance:┐Ensures clean fuel delivery for optimal combustion and efficiency.
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Carquest Premium – Fuel Filter: Engineered for Optimal Engine Efficiency and Performance (Part No.86120)

Fuel Filter: Engineered for Optimal Engine Efficiency and Performance

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$21.49
Carquest Premium Fuel Spin-on Filters protect your engine and fuel system by removing dirt, rust, and other impurities from the fuel before it reaches your engine fuel system. These filters effectively remove contaminants to prevent clogging and damage to fuel injectors, pumps and other critical engine components. The spin-on design screws directly onto a mounting head, allowing for easy servicing and replacement. By keeping the fuel clean, these filters help ensure optimal combustion, improve engine efficiency, and reduce emissions. Carquest Premium Fuel Spin-on Filters are designed to meet or exceed the performance requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Design: Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance standards.
  • Ensures Clean Fuel: Removes contaminants to prevent clogging and damage to critical engine components.
  • Spin-on Design:┐Allows for easy installation and replacement during routine maintenance.
  • Enhances Reliability:┐Maintains consistent fuel flow, reducing engine hesitation and stalling.
  • Improves Engine Performance:┐Ensures clean fuel delivery for optimal combustion and efficiency.
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Carquest Premium – Oil Filter: Removes Oil Contaminants for Superior Engine Protection (Part No.85133)

Oil Filter: Removes Oil Contaminants for Superior Engine Protection

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$26.49
Carquest Premium Oil Cartridge Filters protect your engine by removing contaminants, such as dirt, metal particles, and sludge, from your engine oil. These filters effectively remove contaminants that can cause significant wear and damage to critical engine components. The cartridge design installs in a housing, allowing for easy servicing and replacement. By keeping the oil clean, these filters help ensure proper lubrication and cooling, reduce friction and help extend engine life. Carquest Premium Oil Cartridge Filters are designed to meet or exceed the performance requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Design: Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance standards.
  • Ensures Clean Oil: Removes contaminants to prevent wear and damage to critical engine components.
  • Extends Engine Life:┐Maintains proper lubrication, reducing friction and engine wear over time.
  • Cartridge Design:┐Allows for easy installation and replacement during routine maintenance.
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Carquest Premium – Air Filter: Superior Protection for Clean Engine Air Intake Systems (Part No.87941)

Air Filter: Superior Protection for Clean Engine Air Intake Systems

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$197.99
Carquest Premium Air Filters ensure your equipment runs smoothly with our high-quality filtration media that prevents airborne contaminants, such as dust, dirt, and debris, from reaching your combustion chamber. Protecting critical engine components from wear and damage helps maintain optimal engine power, improve fuel efficiency, and extend engine life – keeping your equipment performing at its best. Carquest Premium Air Filters are designed to meet or exceed the performance requirements of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

Product Features:
  • Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Design: Designed to meet or exceed OEM performance standards.
  • Ensures Clean Air: Reduces the amount of airborne contaminants by capturing dust, dirt, and debris.
  • Improves Equipment Performance: Provides clean air to the equipment’s combustion chamber, helping improve fuel efficiency and extend engine life.
  • Durable Construction: Made with sturdy materials to withstand engine vibrations and harsh conditions.
  • Inside-Out Flow Direction
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