1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains

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Keep Your 1972 Mercury Cougar in Top Shape with Quality Performance Drivetrains

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Drivetrain, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1972 Mercury Cougar looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Posi Units and Components and Performance Ring and Pinions. 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 Performance Drivetrains from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Performance Drivetrain? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Richmond Gear. For example, Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains start at just $333.99 with an average 4.5 star rating. With over 45 reviews and a solid 4 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Mercury Cougar owners approve.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Drivetrain, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Fuel Systems. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1972 Mercury Cougar in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890529)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$241.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.29 MGP
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890370)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$251.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.70 MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0064-1)

RngPnn

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$333.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F888488)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$248.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 8.8 R/P 4.88 MGP
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890583)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$241.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.83 MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9583)

RngPnn

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$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0027-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

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$344.99
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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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F888456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$230.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 8.8 R/P 4.56 MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9433)

RngPnn

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$185.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F888430)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$239.99


Product Features:
  • R&P FORD 8.8 430 RR TOOTH COUNT 43-10
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Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.F9389)

Differential Ring And Pinion

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$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0376-1)

RngPnn

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$359.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0067-1)

RngPnn

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$360.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890350)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$216.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.50 MGP
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Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1820-LR)

Lock Right Locker

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$442.99
The Powertrax Lock-Right ultra-strength alloy locker’s straight-line performance is equal to a solid spool, but automatically unlocks in turns. Best suited for extreme off-road to severe on-road use, Powertrax Lock Right lockers replace the spider gears in your open differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. The whole job can be done in your driveway in a couple of hours, pin included! 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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    Richmond Gear – MiniSpool (Part No.78-8831-1)

    MiniSpool

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    $151.99
    MiniSpool

    Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS9-31)

    Differential Mini Spool

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    $31.99


    Product Features:
    • MINI SPOOL 8″ & 9″ 31 SPLN STL 090431
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    Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS88-31)

    Differential Mini Spool

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    $101.99


    Product Features:
    • MINI SPOOL 8.8 FORD 31SPL
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    Most Popular Performance Posi Units and Component for 1972 Mercury Cougars

    Enhance your 1972 Mercury Cougar with this popular Performance Posi Units and Component we have in stock, for $31.99.

    Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS9-31)

    Differential Mini Spool

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    $31.99


    Product Features:
    • MINI SPOOL 8″ & 9″ 31 SPLN STL 090431
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    Best-Selling 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Ring and Pinions

    Upgrade your Cougar with one of our 37 best-selling Performance Ring and Pinions, earning an average 3.75 stars rating across 5 reviews.

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0111-1)

    Differential Ring And Pinion

    from

    $333.99
    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.
    See More

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0027-1)

    Differential Ring And Pinion

    from

    $344.99
    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.
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F880340)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $272.99


    Product Features:
    • R&P FORD 8″ – 3.40 RATIO
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0369-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $577.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – PRO Gear Lightweight Differential Ring And Pinion – Small Pinion (Part No.F990543SP)

    PRO Gear Lightweight Differential Ring And Pinion - Small Pinion

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    $441.99


    Product Features:
    • R&P FORD 9″ 5.43, 9310 SMALL PIN 28 SPL. PRO
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0288-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $379.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0069-1)

    Differential Ring And Pinion

    from

    $360.99
    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.
    See More

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0067-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $360.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0179-1)

    RngPnn

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    $344.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0361-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $342.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890375)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $334.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.75 MGP
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0101-1)

    RngPnn

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    $333.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0064-1)

    RngPnn

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    $333.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890300)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $262.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 9″ R & P 3:00 RATIO
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890325)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $262.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.25 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F880325)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $260.99


    Product Features:
    • R&P FORD 8″ – 3.25 RATIO
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890370)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $251.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.70 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890430)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $246.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.30 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F880355)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $244.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 8.0 R/P 3.55 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890600)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $243.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 6.00 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890650)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 6.50 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890529)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.29 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890583)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.83 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890543)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $225.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.43 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890457)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $221.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.57 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890350)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $216.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.50 MGP
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9500)

    RngPnn

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    $191.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.F9389)

    Differential Ring And Pinion

    from

    $185.99
    Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

    Product Features:
    • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
    • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
    • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
    • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
    • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
    See More

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9620)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9583)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9650)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9529)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9433)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9567)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9471)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9633)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.F9600)

    RngPnn

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    $185.99
    RngPnn

    Top-Rated Performance Drivetrain Brands For Your 1972 Mercury Cougar

    When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Drivetrain for your 1972 Mercury Cougar, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 2 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Drivetrain brands including Richmond Gear, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.5 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $333.99. Purchasing a Performance Drivetrain from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1972 Mercury Cougar, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

    Popular Richmond Gear 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains

    If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Drivetrain for your 1972 Mercury Cougar, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains. We have 1 Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $333.99, you’ll find the perfect Performance Drivetrain for your needs and budget. Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains for the 1972 Mercury Cougar come highly rated, with over 3 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.5 stars. Choosing a Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrain from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
    Differential Ring And Pinion
    from $333.99
    (3)
    Differential Ring And Pinion
    “Exact fit. Quality appears to be equal to or better then the OEM unit.”

    FAQs for 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains

    What are the best-selling Performance Drivetrains for 1972 Mercury Cougars?

    Out of 38 Performance Drivetrains that fit 1972 Mercury Cougars, the following parts are the top sellers:

    What’s the price range for 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains?

    The prices of Performance Drivetrains for the 1972 Mercury Cougar range from $31.99 up to $577.99 for the most premium parts.

    What is the average price of a Performance Drivetrain for a 1972 Mercury Cougar?

    The average price for Performance Drivetrains for the 1972 Mercury Cougar is $263.54. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Drivetrain category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

    Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for other Mercury Cougar model years?

    Yes, we carry Performance Drivetrains for 29 model years of Mercury Cougars between 1967 and 1997. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Drivetrain purchases: 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, and 1989.

    What are the cheapest Performance Drivetrains for my 1972 Mercury Cougar?

    The cheapest 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains we carry are:

    Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for any other 1972 Mercury models?

    Yes. We stock Performance Drivetrains for 2 other popular 1972 Mercury models. Some of the most popular are 1972 Montego Performance Drivetrains, 1972 Marquis Performance Drivetrains, and 1972 Comet Performance Drivetrains.

    What are the top-rated Performance Drivetrains that fit the 1972 Mercury Cougar?

    The one 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrain we have in stock is the Differential Mini Spool. It costs $31.99.

    What types of Performance Drivetrains do you sell for my 1972 Mercury Cougar?

    As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Drivetrains for a 1972 Mercury Cougar:

    Can I get help with 1972 Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrain orders?

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

    What is your return policy for Mercury Cougar Performance Drivetrains?

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