1971 Buick Skylark Differential Carriers

Enhance and Protect Your 1971 Buick Skylark with Quality Differential Carriers

Maintaining the performance of your 1971 Buick Skylark starts with choosing the right parts, and high-quality Differential Carriers help ensure a reliable and efficient vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer Differential Carriers specifically for the 1971 Buick Skylark, ensuring a perfect fit and lasting durability. Choosing to shop with Advance Auto Parts means you’re making a smart decision to prioritize both quality and reliability for your vehicle.

Affordable and Reliable Differential Carriers for Every Budget

Finding affordable, quality Differential Carriers is easy at Advance Auto Parts. With prices starting as low as $232.99 and an average price of $570.82, you can choose one that fits your budget while delivering the quality you expect. Our Differential Carriers are competitively priced, ranging from $232.99 to $1,153.99, so you get value without compromising on strength or reliability.

Explore Related Parts for a Complete Solution

To further enhance your 1971 Buick Skylark, don’t miss our related parts categories, including Differential Oil and Rear Differential Cover Gaskets. These additions will round out your repair or upgrade project and ensure your vehicle is ready for any adventure.

Differential Carriers for Your 1971 Buick Skylark

Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up (Part No.20083)

Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up

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$239.99
8.5″ GM standard Open case, 2.73 & up, 28 or 30 spline.

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 or 30 spline axles
  • 2.73 and up ratio only
  • Does not include spider gears
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Yukon Gear – Grizzly Locker For GM 8.5" & 8.6", 30 Spline, 2.73 & Up (Part No.28035)

Grizzly Locker For GM 8.5" & 8.6", 30 Spline, 2.73 & Up

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$1153.99
The Yukon Grizzly Locker is the ultimate in locking differentials for street, off-road, & drag racing. Grizzly Lockers provide 100% power to both tires, while still allowing for disengagement while negotiating turns. The Yukon Grizzly locker is a mechanical locking differential. It features 8620 internals for maximum strength. It’s patented design reduces common locker failures. All units assembled in the USA! All Grizzly Lockers are backed by the best warranty in the business! Yukon covers the replacement unit and covers any collaterally damaged parts and associated labor, up to $2,000!

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″ with 30 spline axles
  • 2.73 and up ratio only
  • Patented internal design reduces common locker failures
  • 8620 internals for added strength
  • Assembled in the USA
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Yukon Gear – Duragrip Posi For 8.2" Buicks, Olds & Pontiac With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.26024)

Duragrip Posi For 8.2" Buicks, Olds & Pontiac With 28 Spline Axles

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$929.99
The Yukon Dura Grip provides aggressive yet smooth traction to give you the confidence & performance you need. Get longer life and better traction with the heavy duty Yukon Dura Grip Positraction. The Yukon Dura Grip uses a nodular case and forged 4320 internals for added strength along with composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable and many offer upgrades to increase aggressiveness for racing applications. Each unit carries a one year warranty against defects. This case is drilled for 3/8″ bolts. Some factory gears use 7/16″ bolts. If your factory gear uses 7/16″ bolts you will need to drill out the ring gear bolt holes.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.2″ in Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
  • 3.31 ratio and up only
  • 4-spring, clutch style positraction
  • Internal gears are manufactured using forged 4320 steel and cut to provide stronger teeth
  • Fully rebuildable
  • Assembled in the USA
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Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS231230)

Grip LS Traction System

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$480.99
For vehicles that are driven daily, the Powertrax No-Slip Traction System is the latest design in quiet traction-adding differential technology. It combines the automatic street-friendly smooth operation of a limited-slip differential with the traction performance of a locking differential. The Powertrax No-Slip locker easily installs in to your differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. Powertrax Grip-Lok, Lock-Right Lockers and No-Slip Traction Systems automatically provide 100% traction on-demand, under the toughest circumstances. The Powertrax Grip-Pro and Grip-LS performance limited slips offer smooth dependable torque transfer and traction for the best of both worlds!
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Bare Case For GM 8.5" & 8.6" Dura Grip (Part No.20107)

Replacement Bare Case For GM 8.5" & 8.6" Dura Grip

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$386.99
Replacement bare case for GM 8.5″ & 8.6″ Yukon Dura Grip. Fits both 28 & 30 spline applications. This carrier case is for a Yukon Dura Grip ONLY. It is NOT a replacement carrier for a stock positraction.

Product Features:
  • Dura Grip positraction carrier case
  • Does not include spider gears
  • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • Fits 2.76 and up ratios only
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Yukon Gear – 8.5" GM Extra HD Standard Open Case (Uses Larger Bearings) (Part No.20084)

8.5" GM Extra HD Standard Open Case (Uses Larger Bearings)

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$232.99
8.5″ GM EXTRA HD standard Open case (uses larger bearings).

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 or 30 spline axles
  • 2.73 and up ratio only
  • Does not include spider gears
  • Has larger carrier carrier bearing journals for high strength
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FAQs for 1971 Buick Skylark Differential Carriers

Which Differential Carriers are the top sellers for the 1971 Buick Skylark?

Out of 6 Differential Carriers that fit 1971 Buick Skylarks, the following parts are the top sellers:
Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up
from $239.99
This product is not rated
Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up
Differential Carriers
Duragrip Posi For 8.2" Buicks, Olds & Pontiac With 28 Spline Axles
from $929.99
This product is not rated
Duragrip Posi For 8.2" Buicks, Olds & Pontiac With 28 Spline Axles
Differential Carriers
Grizzly Locker For GM 8.5" & 8.6", 30 Spline, 2.73 & Up
from $1153.99
This product is not rated
Grizzly Locker For GM 8.5" & 8.6", 30 Spline, 2.73 & Up
Differential Carriers

How can I make sure that a part will be compatible with my 1971 Buick Skylark?

Our Buick Skylark aftermarket and OEM parts are designed specifically for the 1971 model. You can always find your specific fitment and compatibility for your 1971 Buick on an individual product page.

What is the price range for 1971 Buick Skylark Differential Carriers?

The range of prices of Differential Carriers for the 1971 Buick Skylark goes from $232.99 up to $1,153.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of 1971 Buick Skylark Differential Carriers?

1971 Buick Skylark Differential Carriers average $570.82 for our selection of OEM and aftermarket parts.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Differential Carriers for other Buick Skylark model years?

Yes, we currently stock Differential Carriers for 12 model years of Buick Skylarks, from 1964 to 1979. Model years 1979, 1978, 1977, 1976, 1975, 1972, 1970, 1969, and 1968 are the most popular for Differential Carriers purchases.

Can I get help with 1971 Buick Skylark Differential Carriers orders?

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

What is your return policy for Buick Skylark Differential Carriers?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Buick Skylark Differential Carriers and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.