1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
Keep Your 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 1994 Ford Thunderbird looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Valve Springs, Performance Engine Rocker Arms, and Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer. 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 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $415.49, with a range that starts at $13.99 and goes up to $1,041.00. With 12 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like High Performance Thermostat, ENGINE ROCKER ARM, and Steel Retainer for Set of 16 start at just $32.49 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 Oil Filters and Programmers. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1994 Ford Thunderbird in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1994 Ford Thunderbird? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Ford Thunderbird. Whether you’re driving a 1994 model or another popular model year like
1988,
1989,
1990,
1991,
1992,
1993,
1995,
1996, and
1997, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.34-432-9)
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$531.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
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- Excellent performance in street 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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-330-3)
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$267.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
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- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.33-224-3)
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$395.99
HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Good upgrade for factory performance cams in 390-428. Noticeable idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Good upgrade for factory performance cams in 390-428. Noticeable idle.
- 268/268 Advertised Duration, 218/218 Duration @ .050″, .494″/.494″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-600-4)
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$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street, stock converter ok, best with 2000+converter and gears. Choppy/thumping idle.
- 279/297 Advertised Duration, 227/241 Duration @ .050″, .490″/.475″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Thumpr 226/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-600-5)
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$478.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – ROCKER ARMS, DIE CAST ALUM SMALL BLOCK FORD 1.6 1 ST (Part No.17043-16)
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$249.99
The COMP Cams High Energy Die-Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms are new rocker arms from the valve train leader that have been designed for street and moderate race use. They feature a die-cast body created from aluminum with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. The die-cast, larger than stock body offers the strength properties and light weight of aluminum while the specially engineered fulcrum and roller tip decrease friction and lower oil temperatures, thus improving response and horsepower.
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- Cost effective aluminum construction provides superior strength to weight ratio
- Needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip reduce friction and lower oil temperatures for improved response and horsepower
- Durable design increases valve lift while withstanding the rigors of moderate race use
- Die-formed aluminum body is larger than stock, and may require modifications to stock valve covers for clearance.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$32.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 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
Edelbrock – Sure Seat Valve Springs for Chrysler 383-400-413-440 V8 1969-79 (Part No.5792)
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$149.99
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- Non-Rotator Type
- 1.550 in. Outer Diameter
- .190 Wire Size
- Single Coil Spring Type
- Set of 16
Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)
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$106.99
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- Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
- Set of 16
- 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
- Steel Material
- Black Oxide Finish
Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9733)
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$141.99
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- Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5722, 5796
- Set of 16
- 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
- Steel Material
- Black Oxide Finish
Popular 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Valve Springs for 1994 Ford Thunderbirds
Enhance your 1994 Ford Thunderbird with one of the 5 Performance Engine Valve Springs we have in stock, starting at just $13.99.
Competition Cams – 32 Springs (Part No.26125-32)
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$933.99
32 Springs
Competition Cams – 16 Springs (Part No.26113-16)
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$409.99
16 Springs
Competition Cams – 12 Springs (Part No.26918-12)
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$199.99
12 Springs
Competition Cams – 1 Spring (Part No.26125-1)
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$28.99
1 Spring
Competition Cams – Engine Valve Spring (Part No.942-1)
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$13.99
Engine Valve Spring
Best-Selling 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine Rocker Arm
Upgrade your Thunderbird with our best-selling Performance Engine Rocker Arm.
Competition Cams – ENGINE ROCKER ARM (Part No.1619-12)
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$407.99
ENGINE ROCKER ARM
Top-Quality Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer for 1994 Ford Thunderbirds
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer for Ford Thunderbirds and enjoy top-notch performance from $80.99.
Competition Cams – 7 Degree Titanium Retainer Set of 24 for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113 Springs (Part No.702-24)
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$731.99
7 Degree Titanium Retainer Set of 24 for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve with 26113 Springs
Competition Cams – Steel Retainer for Set of 16 (Part No.786-16)
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$80.99
Steel Retainer for Set of 16
Top Picks for 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine Camshafts
Invest in one of our 3 durable Performance Engine Camshafts for your 1994 Ford, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.
Competition Cams – XE 236/240 MOD2V (Part No.102300)
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$1041.00
XE 236/240 MOD2V
Competition Cams – XE 224/232MOD2V (Part No.102100)
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$1041.00
XE 224/232MOD2V
Competition Cams – TPX 212/222MOD2V (Part No.102525)
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$1004.00
TPX 212/222MOD2V
Our Performance Engine Coolant Thermostats for 1994 Ford Thunderbirds
Make a smart move for your 1994 Ford Thunderbird with our Performance Engine Coolant Thermostat for $32.49.
Mr. Gasket – High Performance Thermostat (Part No.4365)
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$32.49
Mr. Gasket High Performance Thermostats are designed to resist large variations of coolant pressure at high RPM (revolutions per minute). This allows them to fully open at correct temperature consistently regardless of engine RPM. The design also provides the high flow that engines operated a higher RPM need. This thermostat also features a copper/brass construction to further resist corrosion. Mr. Gasket High Performance / High Flow Thermostats are suitable for street, drag race, or oval track applications.
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- Opens At 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
FAQs for 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1994 Ford Thunderbirds?
Out of 12 Performance Engines that fit 1994 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $32.49
- ENGINE ROCKER ARM (50272527) – $407.99
- Steel Retainer for Set of 16 (50289538) – $80.99
What’s the price range for 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1994 Ford Thunderbird range from $13.99 up to $1,041.00 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1994 Ford Thunderbird?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1994 Ford Thunderbird is $415.49. 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 Ford Thunderbird model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1994 Ford Thunderbird?
The cheapest 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines we carry are:
- Engine Valve Spring (50286901) – $13.99
- 1 Spring (50287844) – $28.99
- High Performance Thermostat (22903641) – $32.49
- Steel Retainer for Set of 16 (50289538) – $80.99
- 12 Springs (50288631) – $199.99
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1994 Ford models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 19 other popular 1994 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1994 Mustang Performance Engines, 1994 E-250 Econoline Performance Engines, 1994 E-350 Econoline Performance Engines, 1994 E-150 Econoline Performance Engines, and 1994 Bronco Performance Engines.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1994 Ford Thunderbird?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1994 Ford Thunderbird:
Can I get help with 1994 Ford Thunderbird Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Ford Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford Thunderbird Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.