1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines

Keep Your 1983 Mercury Zephyr in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1983 Mercury Zephyr looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats, Performance Engine Camshafts, and Performance Engine Rocker Arms. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $270.62, with a range that starts at $13.99 and goes up to $663.99. With 15 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, Performance Cylinder Head Gasket, and ENGINE ROCKER ARM start at just $20.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Ignition Products and Performance Radiators. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1983 Mercury Zephyr in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines

FEL-PRO Performance – Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts (Part No.1011-1)

Cylinder Head Gasket: Steel Core Composite, Without Head Bolts

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$52.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions

Product Features:
  • 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
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FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1035)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$82.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • 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.
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Edelbrock – Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8 (Part No.2122)

Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Small-Block Ford 289-302 V8

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$338.99


Product Features:
  • Designed for Optimum Torque and Acceleration
  • Maximum Performance From Idle through Mid-Range
  • Matched to Edelbrock Performer Intakes
  • Includes Hydraulic Lifters and Assembly Lube
  • Major Improvement in Throttle Response and Torque
  • Use For Daily Drivers/Trucks/Vans/RVs/4x4s
  • Take The Guesswork Out Of Camshaft Selection
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)

High Performance Thermostat - 160 Degree Brass & Copper

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Competition Cams – Magnum Roller 1.6 Ratio Rocker Arm Set (Part No.1431-16)

Magnum Roller 1.6 Ratio Rocker Arm Set

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$350.99
These Magnum Roller Rocker Arms for Ford V8 289-351W (Rail Type) 1968-89 applications are the ultimate street rocker. With a 3/8″ stud diameter and 1.6 ratio, they are designed for serious performance enthusiasts. All Magnum Roller Rocker Arms are constructed from 8620 chromemoly steel, which is a superior material that will not flex and assures maximum lift. Their roller tip reduces friction, while stiff design and superior ratio accuracy yield more effective valve lift. With a 15 to 30 horsepower increase over other rocker arms, Magnum Roller Rockers are perfect for performance applications with less than 350 lbs. open spring pressure. Don’t accept inferior products or cheap knock-offs, look for the COMP Cams logo stamped into the underside of every Magnum Rocker.

Product Features:
  • Ultimate street rocker designed for serious performance enthusiasts
  • Constructed from 8620 chromemoly steel, a superior material that will not flex and assures maximum lift
  • Roller tip reduces friction while stiff design and superior ratio accuracy yields more effective valve lift
  • 15 to 30 horsepower increase over stock rocker arms
  • Use in any applications with less than 350 lbs. open spring pressure
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Competition Cams – ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST (Part No.17043-16)

ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Rocker Arms,FS/FW 1.6 7/16 Ultra Pro Mag (Part No.1632-16)

Rocker Arms,FS/FW 1.6 7/16 Ultra Pro Mag

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$476.99
Rocker Arms,FS/FW 1.6 7/16 Ultra Pro Mag

Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-250-4)

Xtreme Energy 240/246 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$297.99
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,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted 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.
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Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-331-4)

Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$325.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-216-2)

High Energy/Marine 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$242.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-218-2)

High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$403.99
HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Good for daily driven performance vehicles. Mid-range power. Slightly lower gears. Mild rough idle. OR Marine: Single or dual engines. Best for inboard/outboard. Noticeable idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Good for daily driven performance vehicles. Mid-range power. Slightly lower gears. Mild rough idle. OR Marine: Single or dual engines. Best for inboard/outboard. Noticeable idle.
  • 268/268 Advertised Duration, 218/218 Duration @ .050″, .456″/.456″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • 289-302 Firing Order
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-230-3)

Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
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,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted 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.
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Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-603-5)

Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$366.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-601-5)

Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$340.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-414-3)

Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Performance use. Best with mild converter, headers, 9:1 compression and lower gears. Rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Performance use. Best with mild converter, headers, 9:1 compression and lower gears. Rough idle.
  • 270/270 Advertised Duration, 224/224 Duration @ .050″, .500″/.500″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • 289-302 Firing Order
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-238-3)

Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, stock converter, 3.23-4.10 gear.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Excellent response, good mid-range, stock converter, 3.23-4.10 gear.
  • 262/270 Advertised Duration, 218/224 Duration @ .050″, .493″/.500″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • 289-302 Firing Order
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Competition Cams – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-215-2)

High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$388.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.

Product Features:
  • Good blend of efficiency and performance.
  • Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
  • Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-242-3)

Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
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,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted 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.
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Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-226-3)

Magnum/Marine 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Broad power. 2500+ stall, low gears, 9.5:1 compression and headers. Rough idle. OR Marine: Off shore type boat. Strong performance, rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Broad power. 2500+ stall, low gears, 9.5:1 compression and headers. Rough idle. OR Marine: Off shore type boat. Strong performance, rough idle.
  • 280/280 Advertised Duration, 230/230 Duration @ .050″, .512″/.512″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • 289-302 Firing Order
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Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-602-5)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$367.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-234-3)

Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.
  • 256/268 Advertised Duration, 212/218 Duration @ .050″, .477″/.484″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • 289-302 Firing Order
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Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-330-3)

Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-246-3)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$267.99
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,

Product Features:
  • Excellent performance in street carbureted 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.
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Most Popular Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats for 1983 Mercury Zephyrs

Enhance your 1983 Mercury Zephyr with one of the 3 Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats we have in stock, starting at just $29.49.

Mr. Gasket – High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow (Part No.4364)

High Performance 180 Degree Thermostat for Increased Flow

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat – 160 Degree Brass & Copper (Part No.4363)

High Performance Thermostat - 160 Degree Brass & Copper

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)

High Performance Thermostat

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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
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Best-Selling 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engine Camshafts

Upgrade your Zephyr with one of our 5 best-selling Performance Engine Camshafts.

Competition Cams – Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder (Part No.70-131-6)

Magnum 236/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder

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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)

High Energy 201/201 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder

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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)

High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder

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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)

High Energy 210/210 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder

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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)

Magnum 226/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder

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$533.99
Magnum 226/226 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 2000-2300 4 Cylinder

Top-Quality Performance Engine Rocker Arms for 1983 Mercury Zephyrs

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Rocker Arm for Mercury Zephyrs and enjoy top-notch performance from $20.99.

Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1270-8)

ENGINE ROCKER ARM

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$116.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM

Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1270-1)

ENGINE ROCKER ARM

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$20.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM

Our Top Pick for a 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engine Timing Sets and Component

Invest in a durable Performance Engine Timing Sets and Component for your 1983 Mercury, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

Competition Cams – ENGINE TIMING SET (Part No.3223)

ENGINE TIMING SET

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$49.99
ENGINE TIMING SET

Our Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gaskets for 1983 Mercury Zephyrs

Make a smart move for your 1983 Mercury Zephyr with our Performance Engine Cylinder Head Gasket for $82.99.

FEL-PRO Performance – Performance Cylinder Head Gasket (Part No.1035)

Performance Cylinder Head Gasket

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$82.99
Fel-Pro Performance Gaskets deliver reliable sealing under grueling racing conditions.

Product Features:
  • 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.
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FAQs for 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines

What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1983 Mercury Zephyrs?

Out of 15 Performance Engines that fit 1983 Mercury Zephyrs, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines?

The prices of Performance Engines for the 1983 Mercury Zephyr range from $13.99 up to $663.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1983 Mercury Zephyr?

The average price for Performance Engines for the 1983 Mercury Zephyr is $270.62. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Mercury Zephyr model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 4 model years of Mercury Zephyrs between 1978 and 1982. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1982, 1981, 1980, 1979, and 1978.

What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1983 Mercury Zephyr?

The cheapest 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1983 Mercury models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 3 other popular 1983 Mercury models. Some of the most popular are 1983 Cougar Performance Engines, 1983 Grand Marquis Performance Engines, 1983 Capri Performance Engines, and 1983 Marquis Performance Engines.

What are the top-rated Performance Engines that fit the 1983 Mercury Zephyr?

The one 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engine we have in stock is the High Energy Hydraulic Flat Lifter for Ford 352-428, 144-250 and 2600-2800cc V6.. It costs $13.99.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1983 Mercury Zephyr?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1983 Mercury Zephyr:

Can I get help with 1983 Mercury Zephyr Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Mercury Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Zephyr Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.