1971 Ford Thunderbird Drivetrains

Essential 1971 Ford Thunderbird Drivetrains

Yukon Gear – One (1) Specialty Bearing Race To Adapt Small Bearing Journal Into A 3.250" Dropout (Part No.32157)

One (1) Specialty Bearing Race To Adapt Small Bearing Journal Into A 3.250" Dropout

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One (1) specialty bearing race to adapt small bearing journal into a 3.250″ dropout. This adapter allows the use of a 28 or 31 spline carrier, positraction or locker in a 3.250″ dropout. This is a perfect solution if you are currently running 28 or 31 spline axles but are looking to upgrade to 35 spline later, or are stepping down from 35 spline but don’t want to buy a new dropout.

Product Features:
  • Carrier race
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • Conversion race to install small bearing carrier into 3.250″ dropout
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Yukon Gear – Axle Bearing Retainer For Ford 9", Large & Small Bearing, 3/8" Bolt Holes (Part No.33466)

Axle Bearing Retainer For Ford 9", Large & Small Bearing, 3/8" Bolt Holes

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Product Features:
  • Axle bearing retainer for Ford 9″
  • Fits large and small bearing applications
  • 3/8″ bolt holes
  • 3 9/16″ x 2″ bolt pattern
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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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Product Features:
  • Pinion depth shim kit
  • Fits Ford 9″ with 7/16″ pinion support bolts
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 9" Ford With 31 Spline Axles And 4-Pinion Design (Part No.16034)

Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 9" Ford With 31 Spline Axles And 4-Pinion Design

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Yukon standard open spider gear kit for 9″ Ford with 31 spline axles and 4-pinion design. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fit Ford 9″ open differential with 31 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, four pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pins and spider gear thrust washers.
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National – Bearings (Part No.A-5)

Bearings

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National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Crowned raceways and rollers to ensure even load distribution for maximum life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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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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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 – Side Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33298)

Side Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford

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Side gear thrust washer (0.750″ shaft) for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.750″ diameter cross pin shaft applications only
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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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Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.CSPF88L)

Differential Cross Shaft

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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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Neapco – Universal Joint (Part No.1-0025)

Universal Joint

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Universal Joint Strap Kit
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Motive Gear – Differential Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R8.8R)

Differential Bearing Kit - Koyo

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$108.99
Motive Gear Differential Bearing Kits Include Front & Rear Pinion Bearing, Pinion Seal, Carrier Bearings, Pilot Bearing Where Applicable, Gear Marking Compound, Crush Sleeve, Pinion Nut, Brush, Thread Locking Compound And Cover Gasket Or Rtv

Product Features:
  • KIT BRG.&SEAL FORD 8.8
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Yukon Gear – Ford 7.5", 8", 8.8", & 9" Axle Stud (Part No.33175)

Ford 7.5", 8", 8.8", & 9" Axle Stud

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Ford 7.5″, 8″, 8.8″, & 9″ axle stud.

Product Features:
  • Axle stud for Ford 7.5″, 8.8″ and 9″
  • 1/2″ x 20 thread
  • 1 7/8″ long
  • 29/64″ shoulder length
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.F7.5IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT FORD 7.5
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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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Pro-King – Differential Clutch Pack (Part No.762B119)

Differential Clutch Pack

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

Product Features:
  • All products are designed to meet or exceed OE quality, form, fit and funtion.
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Yukon Gear – Positraction Shim Kit (18 Shims) For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron ‘Vette (Part No.16042)

Positraction Shim Kit (18 Shims) For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron 'Vette

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$41.99
Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″, 1963-1979 Corvette, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″ Dura Grip positraction
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Dorman – Standard Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. (sold by each) (Part No.615-072)

Standard Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. (sold by each)

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This spindle nut is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this spindle nut matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this nut is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Yukon Gear – Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.33516)

Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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Product Features:
  • Trac Loc spring for Ford 8.8″
  • 31 spline applications only
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Yukon Gear – Adaptor Washer For 28 Spline Pinion In Oversize Support, For 9" Ford (Part No.32240)

Adaptor Washer For 28 Spline Pinion In Oversize Support, For 9" Ford

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Adaptor washer for 28 spline pinion in oversize support, for 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Adapter washer
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • Adapts 28 spline pinion into 35 spline pinion support
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.51098)

Multi Purpose Seal

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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:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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Driveworks – Tapered Roller Bearing (Part No.S-25520)

Tapered Roller Bearing

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$3.99
Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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National – Bearings (Part No.31520)

Bearings

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$12.29
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Crowned raceways and rollers to ensure even load distribution for maximum life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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National – Bearings (Part No.A-6)

Bearings

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$16.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Crowned raceways and rollers to ensure even load distribution for maximum life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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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 Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential (Part No.13045)

Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential

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$284.99
Yukon Pinion installation kits are a terrific solution for gear installation on lower mileage vehicles where the carrier bearings & races can be reused. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with a high quality pinion seal and small parts. Included in this kit are the pinion bearings and races, pilot bearing (if applicable), crush sleeve (if applicable), complete pinion shim kit, pinion nut, thread locker, and marking compound with brush. Yukon does extensive research for each application to make sure your kit will arrive with all the correct parts you need to install your pinion gear.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with Daytona pinion support
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Yukon Gear – O-Ring For 9" Ford (Part No.30028)

O-Ring For 9" Ford

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O-ring for 9″ Ford.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion support o-ring
  • Fits Ford 9″
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Dorman – Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 and M20 In.-1.0 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. and 27mm (Part No.615-073.1)

Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 and M20 In.-1.0 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. and 27mm

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This spindle nut retainer is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this spindle nut retainer matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this retainer is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Spindle Nut 13/16 In.-20 Hex Size 1-1/8 In. (Part No.615-075.1)

Spindle Nut 13/16 In.-20 Hex Size 1-1/8 In.

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$3.29
This spindle nut retainer is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this spindle nut retainer matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this retainer is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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1971 Ford Thunderbird Drivetrains

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Bearings
Front Differential Pinion Bearings

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Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1971 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Universal Joint
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“Fit good to make the install easy .”
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Universal Joint
“The part was a great mach. it fit real nice and I personally believe it may be better than the OE part because, It has the grease fitting which means ”
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Universal Joint
“Fits perfect. If your changing OE GM ujoints, have fun.”