1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Keep Your 1971 Ford Thunderbird in Top Shape with Quality Differentials

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Differential, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1971 Ford Thunderbird looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Differential Bearings, Rear Differential Cover Gaskets, and Differential Ring Gear Bolts. 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.

Top-Rated Differentials from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Differential? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like National, FELPRO, and Powertrax. For example, National Differentials start at just $7.99 with an average 4.3 star rating. FELPRO and Powertrax offer similar pricing and quality, backed by strong customer feedback. With over 111 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Ford Thunderbird owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differential at Advance Auto Parts is around $262.73, with a range that starts at $1.99 and goes up to $1,211.99. With 302 options in stock from 13 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Bearing Race, Pinion Crush Sleeves, and Copper Washer For Ford 9" & 8" Dropout Housing start at just $5.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Differential, don’t forget to check out other key components like Drive Shafts and Axles and Universal Joints. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1971 Ford Thunderbird in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Yukon Gear – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56072)

The Carrier Bearing Puller

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$883.99
The Yukon carrier bearing Puller works with an impact gun to quickly and safely remove carrier bearings without damaging them. This unit comes with a handy bench top stand and works with up to one ton applications including Dana 70HD, Dana 80, 10.25″ & 10.5″ Ford, or GM & Chrysler 11.5″ differentials.

Product Features:
  • Carrier bearing puller
  • Works with an impact gun to safely and easliy remove carrrier bearings
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Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For Ford 7.5" Differential (Part No.12033)

Minor Install Kit For Ford 7.5" Differential

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$55.99
Yukon Minimum installation kits are a low cost solution for gear changes in newer vehicles where the bearings can be reused. This kit uses all high quality components to ensure a smooth set up. kit includes a pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 7.5″
  • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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National – Bearing Race (Part No.HM89410)

Bearing Race

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$10.79
Manufactured with premium-grade steel, National taper bearing cups feature crowned raceways to ensure even load distribution.

Product Features:
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS – Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION – Crowned raceways for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN – Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE – Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING – Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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Yukon Gear – 3.062" Side Adjuster For Ford 9" (Part No.32139)

3.062" Side Adjuster For Ford 9"

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$94.99
3.062″ side adjuster, Only Fits Yukon Ford 9″ Drop Out, new design ONLY.

Product Features:
  • Side adjuster
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 3.062″ designs only
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Dorman – Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly (Part No.697-532)

Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly

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$194.99
Worn or damaged differential end yoke causing driveline vibrations? This direct replacement end yoke matches the original equipment part for a trustworthy repair and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential end yoke matches the fit and construction of the original yoke
  • Excellent value – this replacement end yoke offers original equipment quality at a fraction of the price of dealer parts
  • Quality materials – this end yoke is machined from cast iron for strength and is precision machined for reliability
  • Validated fit – this differential end yoke has been tested to confirm accurate fit
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Yukon Gear – Purple Aluminum Pinion Support For 9" Ford Daytona (Part No.32036)

Purple Aluminum Pinion Support For 9" Ford Daytona

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$264.99
Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with 28 spline pinion
  • Larger inner pinion bearing reduces gear deflection under high load
  • Races installed
  • 6061 aluminum
  • Annodized purple
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Richmond Gear – RngPnnInstlKt (Part No.83-1011-B)

RngPnnInstlKt

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$48.99
RngPnnInstlKt

Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Friction Plate, Single Sided, 4 Tab (Part No.16179)

Trac Loc Friction Plate, Single Sided, 4 Tab

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$29.99
Product Features:
  • Friction plate
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″ Trac Loc
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.SS9)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$45.99
All Motive Gear products are engineered for their specific application and manufactured in state of the art facilities. All of our products undergo rigid quality control processes to insure proper fit, performance and longevity. Motive Gear products can be found in the winners circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, SODA, SCORE, BITD, Ultra-4 and NASCAR events because we offer unmatched selection and quality demanded by racers and their crew chiefs – the same quality and selection demanded by DIY customers and top mechanics. With four warehouses strategically located across North America, most Motive Gear orders arrive within 2-4 days. Win with Motive Gear!
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Yukon Gear – Star Washers, 3.062" Ford 9" Drop Out New Design Only (Part No.32143)

Star Washers, 3.062" Ford 9" Drop Out New Design Only

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$4.99
STAR washers, 3.062″ Yukon Ford 9″ Drop Out new design ONLY.

Product Features:
  • Star washer
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 3.062″ designs only
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Yukon Gear – 9" Ford Gasket (Part No.23012)

9" Ford Gasket

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$11.99
9″ Ford gasket.

Product Features:
  • Dropout gasket
  • Fits Ford 9″
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Motive Gear – Nodular Differential Housing (Part No.26325)

Nodular Differential Housing

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$533.99


Product Features:
  • NODULAR HOUSING 9″ FORD 3.25″ BORE
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Motive Gear – Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.D8OZ4216B)

Ring Gear Bolt

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$1.99


Product Features:
  • BOLT 9″ FORD OPEN R.G. SAME AS M-4216A200
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc For Ford 9" Wtih 31 Spline Axles – Street Design (Part No.26010)

Trac Loc For Ford 9" Wtih 31 Spline Axles - Street Design

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$789.99
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 Trac Loc uses a nodular case, billet side hat, and forged internals for higher strength than stock Trac-Locs. The units use composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable. Yukon offers a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with 31 spline axles
  • Trac Loc positraction
  • Clutch style positraction
  • Street design
  • Internal gears are manufactured using forged 4320 steel and cut to provide stronger teeth
  • Fully rebuildable
  • Assembled in the USA
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Motive Gear – Differential Crush Sleeve (Part No.B7A4662A)

Differential Crush Sleeve

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$3.99
All Motive Gear products are engineered for their specific application and manufactured in state of the art facilities. All of our products undergo rigid quality control processes to insure proper fit, performance and longevity. Motive Gear products can be found in the winners circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, SODA, SCORE, BITD, Ultra-4 and NASCAR events because we offer unmatched selection and quality demanded by racers and their crew chiefs – the same quality and selection demanded by DIY customers and top mechanics. With four warehouses strategically located across North America, most Motive Gear orders arrive within 2-4 days. Win with Motive Gear!
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Yukon Gear – Outer Oil Slinger For Ford 7.5", 8.8", 9", 10.25" (Part No.33022)

Outer Oil Slinger For Ford 7.5", 8.8", 9", 10.25"

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$8.99
Replacement outer oil slinger for Ford 7.5″, 8.8″, 9″, 10.25″, Nissan Titan rear, Dana 44 Rubicon & 44 JK non-Rubicon.

Product Features:
  • Outer oil slinger for Ford 10.25″, 7.5″, 8.8″ and 9″ also Jeep JK and Nissan Titan rear
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer For 8" And 9" Ford, Model 20, And 7.25" Chrysler (Part No.33301)

Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer For 8" And 9" Ford, Model 20, And 7.25" Chrysler

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$4.99
Pinion gear thrust washer for 8″ and 9″ Ford, Model 20, and 7.25″ Chrysler.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer for Ford 8″, Ford 9″ and Chrysler 7.25″
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Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-7044NA)

Oil Seal

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$6.49
Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Yukon Gear – Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 28 Spline (Part No.33515)

Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 28 Spline

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$63.99
Product Features:
  • Trac Loc spring
  • Fits 28 spline Ford 8.8
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FAG US – Bearing – TRB (Tapered Roller Bearing) (Part No.KT5)

Bearing - TRB (Tapered Roller Bearing)

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$21.29
With advanced load-carrying capacity and compact design, tapered roller bearings are used in wheel bearings, transmissions, differentials, transfer cases and other miscellanous applications. FAG manufacturers over 100 million tapered roller bearings annually.

Product Features:
  • High-precision and High-quality components used in all KITs
  • Coverage of classic and new high-tech solutions for the best system coverage
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Felpro – Differential Carrier Gasket Oval Shaped 10 Bolt Hole Gasket (Part No.RDS 55074)

Differential Carrier Gasket Oval Shaped 10 Bolt Hole Gasket

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$9.99
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Clutch Guide For 9" Ford (Part No.33250)

Trac Loc Clutch Guide For 9" Ford

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$4.99
Trac Loc clutch guide for 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Clutch guide
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″
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Yukon Gear – O-Ring For 9" Ford (Part No.30028)

O-Ring For 9" Ford

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$14.99
O-ring for 9″ Ford.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion support o-ring
  • Fits Ford 9″
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USA Standard Gear – 9" Ford Spartan Locker Cross Pin, Extra Short (Part No.17044)

9" Ford Spartan Locker Cross Pin, Extra Short

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$22.99
9″ FORD SPARTAN LOCKER EXTRA SHORT Cross Pin SHAFT .

Product Features:
  • USA Standard Gear heavy-duty cross pin shaft
  • Fits Ford 9″
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Powertrax – Grip LOK Traction System (Part No.LK109031)

Grip LOK Traction System

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$679.99
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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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8" & 9", 28 Spline, 2-Pinion Design (Part No.39017)

Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8" & 9", 28 Spline, 2-Pinion Design

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$198.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″ 28 spline open differential
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Steel Spool For Ford 9" With 40 Spline Axles (Part No.32182)

Steel Spool For Ford 9" With 40 Spline Axles

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$389.99
Yukon Performance 2-3/16″ deck steel spool for 9″ Ford with 40 spline axles. Spool uses 2″ journal bearings (45 degree). Yukon performance spools are made from the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life in performance applications. Spools provide 100% power to both tires at all times and are a lower cost alternative to lockers. Spools are not recommended for street driven vehicles. Yukon Performance spools come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with 40 spline axles
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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Yukon Gear – Flat Side Gear Without Hub For 8" And 9" Ford With 28 Splines (Part No.16164)

Flat Side Gear Without Hub For 8" And 9" Ford With 28 Splines

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$51.99
Flat side gear without hub for 8″ and 9″ Ford with 28 splines.

Product Features:
  • Side gear without hub
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″ Trac Loc positraction with 28 spline axles
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Most Popular Differential Bearings for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

Enhance your 1971 Ford Thunderbird with one of the 6 Differential Bearings we have in stock, starting at just $7.79.

National – Multi-Purpose Bearing (Part No.A-13)

Multi-Purpose Bearing

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$13.79
Product Features:
  • CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE: Matched cup and cone components ensure consistent performance
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS: Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION: Crowned raceways and rollers for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN: Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE: Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING: Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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National – Multi-Purpose Bearing (Part No.A-37)

Multi-Purpose Bearing

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$18.99
Product Features:
  • CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE: Matched cup and cone components ensure consistent performance
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS: Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION: Crowned raceways and rollers for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN: Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE: Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING: Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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National – Bearing Race (Part No.LM102910)

Bearing Race

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$7.79
Manufactured with premium-grade steel, National taper bearing cups feature crowned raceways to ensure even load distribution.

Product Features:
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS – Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION – Crowned raceways for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN – Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE – Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING – Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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Yukon Gear – Pilot Bearing Retainer For Ford 9" (Part No.33255)

Pilot Bearing Retainer For Ford 9"

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$11.99
Pilot bearing retainer for Ford 9″.

Product Features:
  • Pilot bearing retainer for Ford 9″
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FAG US – Bearing – TRB (Tapered Roller Bearing) (Part No.KT13)

Bearing - TRB (Tapered Roller Bearing)

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$20.29
With advanced load-carrying capacity and compact design, tapered roller bearings are used in wheel bearings, transmissions, differentials, transfer cases and other miscellanous applications. FAG manufacturers over 100 million tapered roller bearings annually.

Product Features:
  • High-precision and High-quality components used in all KITs
  • Coverage of classic and new high-tech solutions for the best system coverage
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FAG US – Cup (Part No.M88010)

Cup

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$11.29
With advanced load-carrying capacity and compact design, tapered roller bearings are used in wheel bearings, transmissions, differentials, transfer cases and other miscellanous applications. FAG manufacturers over 100 million tapered roller bearings annually.

Product Features:
  • High-precision and High-quality components used in all KITs
  • Coverage of classic and new high-tech solutions for the best system coverage
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Best-Selling 1971 Ford Thunderbird Rear Differential Cover Gasket

Upgrade your Thunderbird with our best-selling Rear Differential Cover Gasket.

Yukon Gear – 9" Ford Gasket (Part No.23012)

9" Ford Gasket

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$11.99
9″ Ford gasket.

Product Features:
  • Dropout gasket
  • Fits Ford 9″
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Top-Quality Differential Ring Gear Bolts for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Differential Ring Gear Bolt for Ford Thunderbirds and enjoy top-notch performance from $1.99.

Yukon Gear – Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33058)

Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt

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$5.99
Ford 8″ & 9″ standard Open, AG, & Detroit locker ring gear bolt. 7/16″ head, .925″ long.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For use with standard open carrier, Auburn Gear limited slip and Detroit Locker
  • 7/16″ head
  • .925″ long
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Yukon Gear – Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33043)

Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt

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$5.99
Ford 8″ & 9″ standard Open, AG, & Detroit locker ring gear bolt, 1.0″ long, Ford.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For use with standard open carrier, Auburn Gear limited slip and Detroit Locker
  • 1.0″ long
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Yukon Gear – Ford 8" & 9" Tracloc Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33044)

Ford 8" & 9" Tracloc Ring Gear Bolt

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$4.99
Ford 8″ & 9″ TracLoc ring gear bolt, 1-1/4″ long.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For use with Trac Loc limited slip
  • 1.25″ long
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Motive Gear – Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.D8OZ4216B)

Ring Gear Bolt

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$1.99


Product Features:
  • BOLT 9″ FORD OPEN R.G. SAME AS M-4216A200
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Ford 9" Using 5/8"Socket, 0.94"L Under Head, 7/16"-20, 12Point Head (Part No.250-3002)

For Use With Ford 9" Using 5/8"Socket, 0.94"L Under Head, 7/16"-20, 12Point Head

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$43.99
The tremendous shock loads generated at launch by most any drag racing vehicle equipped with today sticky tire compounds or the acceleration and deceleration of oval track cars put considerable strain on the ring gear. For this reason, the fastener experts at ARP have developed the Pro Series ring gear bolts. they are forged from premium grade 8740 chrome moly steel and are heat treated to a nominal rating of 200,000 PSI tensile strength. Specially hardened, precision ground washers are included where required. Available to fit most any ring gear setup ranging from popular 9 Inch Ford GM 10 and 12 bolt rear ends to the beefy strange differentials found in top fuel and funny car applications.

Product Features:
  • Forged From Premium Grade 8740 Chrome Moly Steel
  • Heat Treated
  • Nominally Rated At 200,000 PSI Tensile Strength
  • Specially Hardened, Precision Ground Washers
  • 0.95″ Underhead Length
  • 200,000 PSI
  • Sold As A Set
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Ring Gear Bolt Washer For 8" And 9" Ford (Part No.33245)

Trac Loc Ring Gear Bolt Washer For 8" And 9" Ford

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$3.99
Trac Loc ring gear bolt washer for 8″ and 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For Trac Loc positraction applications only
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Top Picks for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differential Oil

Invest in one of our 3 durable Differential Oil for your 1971 Ford, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil With Positraction Additive – 4 Quarts (Part No.15005)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil With Positraction Additive - 4 Quarts

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$148.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil with positraction Additive. 4 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes four quarts of Redline Shockproof oil and one 4oz bottle of Yukon positraction additive
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Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil – 3 Quarts (Part No.15000)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil - 3 Quarts

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$99.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil. 3 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of Redline Shockproof oil
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Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil – 4 Quarts (Part No.15004)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil - 4 Quarts

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$137.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil. 4 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes four quarts of Redline Shockproof oil
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Top-Rated Differential Pinion Seals for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

Make a smart move for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird with products all priced from $6.49 to $21.79.

Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-7044NA)

Oil Seal

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$6.49
Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Seal For ’61-’85 9" Ford (Part No.30137)

Pinion Seal For '61-'85 9" Ford

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$17.99
Pinion seal for ’61-’85 9″ Ford. 3″ OD.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion seal
  • Fits 1961-1985 Ford 9″
  • 3.00″ O.D.
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FAG US – Shaft Seal (Part No.SS2934)

Shaft Seal

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$21.79
Our wheel seals are engineered using only the highest-quality materials to meet vehicle manufacturer specificatons. We work with suppliers to design seals that meet FAG’s quality standards. Seals are designed to protect wheel end components from contamination – such as dirt, dust, and moisture – and prevent the loss of grease over the life of the bearing. The specifications for wheel seals are very demanding, and the type required depends on the specific application, position and vehicle class.

Product Features:
  • High-precision and High-quality components used in all KITs
  • Coverage of classic and new high-tech solutions for the best system coverage
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.7044NA)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$12.99
All Motive Gear products are engineered for their specific application and manufactured in state of the art facilities. All of our products undergo rigid quality control processes to insure proper fit, performance and longevity. Motive Gear products can be found in the winners circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, SODA, SCORE, BITD, Ultra-4 and NASCAR events because we offer unmatched selection and quality demanded by racers and their crew chiefs – the same quality and selection demanded by DIY customers and top mechanics. With four warehouses strategically located across North America, most Motive Gear orders arrive within 2-4 days. Win with Motive Gear!
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Top-Rated Differential Brands For Your 1971 Ford Thunderbird

When it comes to finding the perfect Differential for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 13 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Differential brands including Powertrax, FELPRO, and National, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.7 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $7.99. Purchasing a Differential from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1971 Ford Thunderbird, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Powertrax 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

If you’re looking for a top-quality Differential for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Powertrax Differentials. We have 1 Powertrax Differentials in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $551.99, you’ll find the perfect Differential for your needs and budget. Powertrax Differentials for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird come highly rated, with over 1 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.7 stars. Choosing a Powertrax Differential from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
No-Slip Traction System
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No-Slip Traction System
“Installed, no issues, works great.”

Top-Quality FELPRO 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

For those in search of a high-quality Differential for their 1971 Ford Thunderbird, Advance Auto Parts offers a great selection of FELPRO Differentials. With 1 FELPRO Differentials in stock, you can trust you’re getting top-tier parts designed for durability and a perfect fit. Prices for these Differentials start at just $9.99, giving you a range of options to suit your budget. Backed by over 9 customer ratings and an average rating of 4.6 stars, FELPRO Differentials provide both reliability and excellent performance. Choosing a FELPRO Differential from Advance Auto Parts is a smart investment in your vehicle’s performance and longevity.
Differential Carrier Gasket Oval Shaped 10 Bolt Hole Gasket
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Differential Carrier Gasket Oval Shaped 10 Bolt Hole Gasket
“Right fit the first time.”

FAQs for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

What are the best-selling Differentials for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds?

Out of 302 Differentials that fit 1971 Ford Thunderbirds, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials?

The prices of Differentials for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird range from $1.99 up to $1,211.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Differential for a 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

The average price for Differentials for the 1971 Ford Thunderbird is $262.73. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Differential category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Differentials for other Ford Thunderbird model years?

Yes, we carry Differentials for 45 model years of Ford Thunderbirds between 1955 and 2005. The following model years are the most popular for Differential purchases: 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, and 1993.

What are the cheapest Differentials for my 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

The cheapest 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Differentials for any other 1971 Ford models?

Yes. We stock Differentials for 24 other popular 1971 Ford models. Some of the most popular are 1971 Mustang Differentials, 1971 Bronco Differentials, 1971 Country Squire Differentials, 1971 LTD Differentials, and 1971 Galaxie 500 Differentials.

What are the top-rated Differentials that fit the 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

The one 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differential we have in stock is the Ring Gear Bolt. It costs $1.99.

What types of Differentials do you sell for my 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Differentials for a 1971 Ford Thunderbird:

Can I get help with 1971 Ford Thunderbird Differential orders?

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

What is your return policy for Ford Thunderbird Differentials?

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