1971 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

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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 Powertrax, Felpro, and National. For example, Powertrax Differentials start at just $551.99 with an average 4.7 star rating. Felpro and National offer similar pricing and quality, backed by strong customer feedback. With over 36 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Ford Thunderbird owners approve.

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

Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.80-0273-1)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$64.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
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Yukon Gear – Side Gear With Hub For 9" Ford With 31 Splines (Part No.16161)

Side Gear With Hub For 9" Ford With 31 Splines

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$47.99
Side gear with hub for 9″ Ford with 31 splines.

Product Features:
  • Side gear with hub
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″ standard open differential and Trac Loc positraction with 31 spline axles
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USA Standard Gear – Spartan Locker For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline, Includes Heavy-Duty Cross Pin Shaft (Part No.17005)

Spartan Locker For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline, Includes Heavy-Duty Cross Pin Shaft

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$649.99
The Spartan Locker, by USA Standard Gear, provides reliable traction at a low cost. Give your vehicle great traction and save some cash. Choose a Spartan Locker for better traction. The Spartan locker by USA standard gear is a mechanical locker that replaces the spiders in a standard case. The Spartan locker’s design does not use the thrust washers and has a revolutionary spring and pin design that makes installation a snap! The couplers and drivers are made from 9310 steel, for added strength. Each Spartan locker carries a one year warranty against defect.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles and 7/8″ cross pin shaft
  • Made from 9310 steel for added strength
  • Replaces the spiders in a standard carrier case
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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 – DiffrlPinSupport (Part No.32358)

DiffrlPinSupport

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$819.99
DiffrlPinSupport

Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9206883108)

No-Slip Traction System

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$544.99
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!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.
  • Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.
  • Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.
  • Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Depth Shims For Ford 9" With 7/16" Studs (Part No.55057)

    Pinion Depth Shims For Ford 9" With 7/16" Studs

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    $76.99
    Product Features:
    • Pinion depth shim kit
    • Fits Ford 9″ with 7/16″ pinion support bolts
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    Yukon Gear – High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 8.8" In A 3.73 Ratio (Part No.24096)

    High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 8.8" In A 3.73 Ratio

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    $374.99
    Yukon Ring & Pinion sets give you the confidence of knowing you’re running gears designed for the harshest of conditions. Whether it’s on the street, off-road, or at the track; Yukon ring & pinion sets deliver unrivaled performance & quality. Yukon uses the latest designs and manufacturing technologies to provide a quiet running gear that is strong and easy to set up. All Yukon ring & pinion sets come standard with a one-year warranty.

    Product Features:
    • Fits standard rotation Ford 8.8″
    • 8.80″ ring gear diameter
    • 30 spline pinion
    • 10 ring gear bolts
    • 3.73 ratio
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    Yukon Gear – Adjuster Lock Bolt 3.062" & 3.250" Ford 9" Drop Out (Part No.32149)

    Adjuster Lock Bolt 3.062" & 3.250" Ford 9" Drop Out

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    $3.99
    Adjuster lock bolt 3.062″ & 3.250″ Yukon Ford 9″ Drop Out.

    Product Features:
    • Side adjuster lock bolt
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    Yukon Gear – Trac Loc For Ford 9" Wtih 28 Spline Axles – Aggressive Design (Part No.26007)

    Trac Loc For Ford 9" Wtih 28 Spline Axles - Aggressive Design

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    $821.99
    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 28 spline axles
    • Trac Loc positraction
    • Clutch style positraction
    • Aggressive 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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    Pro-King – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.762B303)

    Differential Cover Gasket

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    $4.99
    Pro-King is the leading supplier of transmission and driveline products in the aftermarket.

    Product Features:
    • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
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    Yukon Gear – 9" Ford Yoke Spacer (To Use Daytona Or Race Yoke With Standard Open Style Support) (Part No.41052)

    9" Ford Yoke Spacer (To Use Daytona Or Race Yoke With Standard Open Style Support)

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    $18.99
    9″ Ford yoke spacer (to use Daytona or race yoke with standard Open style support).

    Product Features:
    • Fits Ford 9″
    • 28 spline
    • Spacer to install short Dayonta style yoke in stock pinion support
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    Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For Ford 8.8" With 31 Spline Axles (Part No.26006)

    Dura Grip Positraction For Ford 8.8" With 31 Spline Axles

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    $857.99
    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.

    Product Features:
    • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
    • 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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    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 – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56023)

    Bearing Race Driver

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    $219.99
    Bearing race driver. No return.

    Product Features:
    • Bearing race driver
    • Fits M88010 race
    • All steel construction
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Support Bolt For 8" And 9" Ford (Part No.33242)

    Pinion Support Bolt For 8" And 9" Ford

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    $6.99
    Pinion support bolt for 8″ and 9″ Ford.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion support bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
    • 3/8″ x 24 thread
    • 1.0″ long
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    Yukon Gear – Dana 44, Ford 8" / 9", And Model 20 Side Gear Thrust Washer Replacement (Part No.33283)

    Dana 44, Ford 8" / 9", And Model 20 Side Gear Thrust Washer Replacement

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    $5.99
    Product Features:
    • Side gear thrust washer for Ford 8″, Ford 9″ and AMC Model 20
    • 0.030″ thick
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    Yukon Gear – Tracloc Clutch Set (Two Sides) For 7.5" Ford (Part No.16013)

    Tracloc Clutch Set (Two Sides) For 7.5" Ford

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    $264.99
    TracLoc clutch set (two sides) for 7.5″ Ford.

    Product Features:
    • Clutch kit
    • Fit Ford 7.5″ Trac Loc positraction
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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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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99155)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $38.99
    National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

    Product Features:
    • Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
    • Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
    • Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
    • Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
    • Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
    • Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft
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    Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.F9IK)

    Differential Gear Install Kit

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    $33.99
    Product Features:
    • MINI INSTALL KIT FORD 9″
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    Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.4105)

    Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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    $22.79


    Product Features:
    • FORD 9″ SOLID SPACER KIT
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    Yukon Gear – Un-Notched Cross Pin Shaft For 7.5" Ford – Oem, Not Auburn Gear (Part No.33330)

    Un-Notched Cross Pin Shaft For 7.5" Ford - Oem, Not Auburn Gear

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    $36.99
    Un-notched cross pin shaft for 7.5″ Ford. OEM, not Auburn gear.

    Product Features:
    • Cross pin shaft for Ford 7.5″
    • 3.45 and down ratios only
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33154)

    Pinion Nut

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    $7.99
    Pinion nut for Ford 7.5″, 8″, 8.8″, 9 3/8″ & 9″. 1 1/6″ socket, 3/4″ x 20 thread.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion nut for Ford 7.5″, 8″ and 9″
    • 3/4″ x 20 thread
    • 1 1/6″ socket
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    Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cone (Part No.S-LM-102949)

    Taper Bearing Cone

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    $15.49
    Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    National – Multi-Purpose Seal (Part No.5778V)

    Multi-Purpose Seal

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    $41.49
    National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

    Product Features:
    • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
    • Temperature range: -40 Deg. F to 400 Deg. F / -40 Deg. C to 204 Deg. C
    • Excellent high temperature capabilities
    • Compatible with wide range of fluids
    • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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    Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Spring For Ford 9" & 8" (Part No.33518)

    Trac Loc Spring For Ford 9" & 8"

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    $8.99
    Product Features:
    • Trac Loc spring for Ford 8″ and 9″
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    USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 7.5 Differential (Part No.37027)

    Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 7.5 Differential

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    $199.99
    USA Standard Master Overhaul kits let you finish your install with confidence. This kit uses Koyo bearings and races. Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), threading locking compound, marking compound with brush and gasket.

    Product Features:
    • Fits Ford 7.5″
    • Uses Koyo bearings and races
    • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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    Most Popular Differential Bearings for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

    Enhance your 1971 Ford Thunderbird with one of the 2 Differential Bearings we have in stock, starting at just $11.99.

    Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cone (Part No.S-LM-102949)

    Taper Bearing Cone

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    $15.49
    Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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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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    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 5 durable Differential Oil for your 1971 Ford, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

    Yukon Gear – 3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive (Part No.15003)

    3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive

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    $57.99
    3 Qt. Penzoil 80W90 conventional gear Oil. W/ bottle of Posi additive.

    Product Features:
    • Includes three quarts of conventional oil and one 4oz bottle of Yukon positraction additive
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    Yukon Gear – 3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil (Part No.15002)

    3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil

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    $44.99
    3 Qt. Penzoil 80W90 conventional gear Oil.

    Product Features:
    • Includes three quarts of conventional oil
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    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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    Differential Pinion Seals for 1971 Ford Thunderbirds

    Make a smart move for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird with products all priced from $12.99 to $21.79.

    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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    Schaeffler – 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 $9.99. 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 285 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 $1,566.99 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 $265.70. 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 types of Differentials do you sell for my 1971 Ford Thunderbird?

    As of 3/1/26, 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.