2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines
Keep Your 2003 Ford F-150 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 2003 Ford F-150 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Camshafts, Performance Engine Valve Springs, 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 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $864.40, with a range that starts at $28.99 and goes up to $1,041.00. With 5 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Xtreme Energy 226/230 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads, 7 Degree Titanium Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve/5.0 Coyote with Beehive Spring, and Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve start at just $32.99 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 Oil Filters and Programmers. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 2003 Ford F-150 in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 2003 Ford F-150? 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 F-150. Whether you’re driving a 2003 model or another popular model year like
2001,
2002,
2004,
2005,
2006,
2007,
2008,
2009, and
2010, 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 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines
Competition Cams – 10 Degree Tool Steel Retainer for All Valves with 1.500"-1.550" O.D. Springs (Part No.1731-1)
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$27.99
CNC-machined for consistency, this 10 degree lightweight tool steel retainer features light weight, exceptional strength and wear characteristics. Fits engines with 1.500″-1.550″ O.D. valve spring.
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Competition Cams – 10 Degree Steel Retainer for 26120 Beehive Spring (Part No.795-1)
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$10.99
10 Degree Steel Retainer for 26120 Beehive Spring
Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9733)
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$141.99
Valve spring retainers for use OE cast iron heads. Superior quality heat-treated steel. Machined for strength with black oxide finish. Finish ensures rust and corrosion protection.
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- Valve Spring Retainers for Use OE Cast Iron Heads
- Superior Quality Heat-Treated Steel
- Machined for Strength with Black Oxide Finish
- Finish Ensures Rust and Corrosion Protection
Competition Cams – 1 Spring (Part No.26113-1)
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$24.99
1 Spring
Competition Cams – 16 Springs (Part No.26113-16)
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$409.99
16 Springs
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 – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-246-3)
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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,
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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 – High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-216-3)
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$268.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – High Energy/Marine 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-218-2)
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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.
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- 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
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve (Part No.102100)
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$1041.00
Excellent upgrade from stock cam. Improved torque and power. Works with stock computer, best with custom tuning. Smooth idle.
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Competition Cams – Magnum/Marine 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-336-4)
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$298.99
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 – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-601-4)
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$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
- 287/304 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .501″/.486″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.32-601-8)
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$549.99
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 – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-224-4)
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$298.99
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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-414-3)
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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Performance use. Best with mild converter, headers, 9:1 compression and lower gears. Rough idle.
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- 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
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 250/256 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-254-4)
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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,
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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 – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-234-3)
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$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.
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- 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
Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.34-229-4)
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$298.99
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 – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-242-3)
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$268.99
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 – Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.35-600-8)
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$549.99
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 – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Ford 351W (Part No.35-602-4)
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$366.99
HYDRAULIC – Big Mutha’ Thumpr Retro-Fit: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.
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- HYDRAULIC – Big Mutha’ Thumpr Retro-Fit: Street/strip, needs 9.5:1 compression, 2800+ stall, intake, gears and headers, very rough idle.
- 295/313 Advertised Duration, 243/257 Duration @ .050″, .512″/.489″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – Magnum 230/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.32-225-4)
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$287.99
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 – Xtreme Energy 224/230 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-242-3)
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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,
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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 – Xfi Spr 237/244 Hydraulic Roller Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 3 Valve (Part No.127600)
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$1230.00
Max effort street/strip cam with very rough idle, needs ported heads. Good midrange with incredible power up to 7000+ RPM. Solid power gains above 4900 RPM. Spring/phaser upgrade and custom tuning required. 4.10+ gears and 3200+ stall.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-234-3)
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$268.99
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 – High Energy 206/206 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-215-2)
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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.
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- 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.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Roller Cam, 2,200-5,900 RPM (Part No.35-601-8)
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$549.99
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 – High Energy 218/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.32-221-3)
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$324.99
HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Everyday performance driving with stock converter.
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- HYDRAULIC – High Energy: Everyday performance driving with stock converter, noticeable idle
- 268/268 Advertised Duration, 218/218 Duration @ .050″, .494″/.494″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Popular 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Camshafts for 2003 Ford F-150s
Enhance your 2003 Ford F-150 with one of the 2 Performance Engine Camshafts we have in stock, starting at just $1,041.00.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 226/230 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads (Part No.102500)
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$1041.00
Excellent torque. Better low and mid-range torque with more power. Will work with stock computer, best with custom tuning.
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve (Part No.102100)
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$1041.00
Excellent upgrade from stock cam. Improved torque and power. Works with stock computer, best with custom tuning. Smooth idle.
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Best-Selling 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engine Valve Springs
Upgrade your F-150 with one of our 2 best-selling Performance Engine Valve Springs.
Competition Cams – 32 Springs (Part No.26125-32)
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$933.99
32 Springs
Competition Cams – 1 Spring (Part No.26125-1)
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$28.99
1 Spring
Top-Quality Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer for 2003 Ford F-150s
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer for Ford F-150s and enjoy top-notch performance from $32.99.
Competition Cams – 7 Degree Titanium Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve/5.0 Coyote with Beehive Spring (Part No.702-1)
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$32.99
7 Degree Titanium Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve/5.0 Coyote with Beehive Spring
FAQs for 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 2003 Ford F-150s?
Out of 5 Performance Engines that fit 2003 Ford F-150s, the following parts are the top sellers:
- Xtreme Energy 226/230 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads (50272282) – $1,041.00
- 7 Degree Titanium Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve/5.0 Coyote with Beehive Spring (50289429) – $32.99
- Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve (50272339) – $1,041.00
What’s the price range for 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 2003 Ford F-150 range from $28.99 up to $1,041.00 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 2003 Ford F-150?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 2003 Ford F-150 is $864.40. 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 F-150 model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 2003 Ford F-150?
The cheapest 2003 Ford F-150 Performance Engines we carry are:
- 1 Spring (50287844) – $28.99
- 7 Degree Titanium Retainer for Ford 4.6L 3 Valve/5.0 Coyote with Beehive Spring (50289429) – $32.99
- 32 Springs (50287851) – $933.99
- Xtreme Energy 226/230 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve With Pi Heads (50272282) – $1,041.00
- Xtreme Energy 224/232 Cams For Ford 4.6/5.4L Modular 2 Valve (50272339) – $1,041.00
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 2003 Ford models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 9 other popular 2003 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 2003 E-250 Econoline Performance Engines, 2003 Explorer Performance Engines, 2003 F-250 Super Duty Performance Engines, 2003 F-350 Super Duty Performance Engines, and 2003 Expedition Performance Engines.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 2003 Ford F-150?
As of 6/2/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 2003 Ford F-150:
Can I get help with 2003 Ford F-150 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 F-150 Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford F-150 Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.