1972 Pontiac GTO Differentials

Essential 1972 Pontiac GTO Differentials

Yukon Gear – 18 Plate Steel Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron ‘Vette (Part No.16110)

18 Plate Steel Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron 'Vette

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Product Features:
  • Clutch 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
  • 18 piece kit
  • Steel clutches
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Pro-King – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.742G200A)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$18.49
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 – Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette (Part No.55002)

Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette

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$59.99
Product Features:
  • Super carrier shim kit for Ford 8.8″, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, GM 8.0″, 8.6″, 8.6″ IRS and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • Interlocking design makes installation much easier
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FAG US – CUP (Part No.M802011)

CUP

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$15.29
CUP

Pro-King – Differential Pinion Gear Washer (Part No.742G216)

Differential Pinion Gear Washer

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$2.59
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 – Master Overhaul Kit For GM 8.5" Rear Differential (Part No.14086)

Master Overhaul Kit For GM 8.5" Rear Differential

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$284.99
Yukon Master Overhaul kits give you all the high quality parts you need to start & finish every differential job. Yukon offers more tailor-made kits than any other manufacturer in the industry to meet your specific installation needs. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with high quality seals and small parts. Included in this kit 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), Thread locking compound, marking compound with brush, and gasket. Yukon’s Master Overhaul kits are the most comprehensive and complete kits on the market. They do extensive research to ensure that every kit is specially tailored to your application. Includes Supershims.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ rear
  • Included are Timken 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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Motive Gear – Pinion Seal (Part No.8610)

Pinion Seal

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$3.99
Motive Gear offers some of the toughest drive train components on the market today. If you are looking for the largest line of performance ring and pinion gear options available with gear sets in a wide range of ratios for nearly every application, both on and off-road, check out Motive Gear. Motive Gear products can be found in the winner’s circle at racing events worldwide. The superior quality of Motive Gear components is the result of years of racing development, outstanding design and state-of-the-art manufacturing methods. Extensive testing is performed on all products by our in-house engineers.
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Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G930)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$2.79
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 – High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 8.5" & 8.6" In A 4.11 Ratio (Part No.24160)

High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 8.5" & 8.6" In A 4.11 Ratio

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$499.99
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. This gear set does not have an ABS provision on the pinion.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • 8.50″ ring gear diameter
  • 30 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 4.11 ratio
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Oldsmobile Rear (Part No.13071)

Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Oldsmobile Rear

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$249.99
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 8.5″ Oldsmobile with 28 spline axles
  • Fits 8.5″ Oldsmobile with 31 spline axles
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Yukon Gear – Mini Spool For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.32232)

Mini Spool For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles

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10 bolt Mini Spool for 8.5″ GM with 28 spline axles. Mini spools are a low-cost traction option for vehicles looking for full-time lockup. The mini spool installs into a standard open carrier and give 100% power to both tires at all times. These units are not recommended for street-driven vehicles. We recommend full spools for vehicles with large tires or high horsepower. These units come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 spline axles
  • Installs into a standard open carrier case
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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Yukon Gear – Set Up Bearing (Part No.56044)

Set Up Bearing

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$153.99
HM89449 set-up bearing (one bearing). No return.

Product Features:
  • Set up bearing
  • Fits HM89449 pinion bearing
  • Easily slips on and off pinion journal to allow for pinion depth adjustment
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Pro-King – Differential Cover Plug (Part No.742G484)

Differential Cover Plug

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$6.59
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 Clutch Guide (Part No.33352)

Positraction Clutch Guide

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$8.99
Positraction clutch guide.

Product Features:
  • Clutch guide for Chrysler 9.25″, Dana Spicer 44, Dana Spicer 50, Ford 8.8″, GM 12 bolt passenger car, GM 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″, 1963-1979 Corvette and Nissan Titan
  • Compatible with Dura Grip positractions only
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Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1940-LR)

Lock Right Locker

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$441.99
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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    Yukon Gear – Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 7.5", GM 7.5", 8.2" & 8.5" (Part No.55001)

    Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 7.5", GM 7.5", 8.2" & 8.5"

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    Product Features:
    • Super carrier shim kit for Ford 7.5″, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 7.6″ IFS, 7.6″ IRS, 7.75″, 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac and GM 8.5″ front and rear
    • Interlocking design makes installation much easier
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    Yukon Gear – Carrier Installation Kit For GM 8.5" Differential With HD Bearings (Part No.57009)

    Carrier Installation Kit For GM 8.5" Differential With HD Bearings

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    Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for GM 8.5″ differential with HD bearings for large journal carrier. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims. This kit is used in 8.5″ differentials using a Yukon Dura Grip, Eaton posi, ValueTrac, True Trac, Pro-Series Auburn, Detroit Locker or standard carrier with large bearing journals.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.5″ with aftermarket positraction
    • Works with Heavy Duty Bearings
    • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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    Yukon Gear – Standard Open Side Gear Thrust Washer For 8.5" GM (Part No.33304)

    Standard Open Side Gear Thrust Washer For 8.5" GM

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    Standard open side gear thrust washer for 8.5″ GM.

    Product Features:
    • Side gear thrust washer
    • Fits GM 8.5″
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    Yukon Gear – Redi Sleeve For GM 8.5", 9.5" & 8.2" Bop Yokes (Part No.30229)

    Redi Sleeve For GM 8.5", 9.5" & 8.2" Bop Yokes

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    $57.99
    8.5, 9.5, & 8.2 Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac GM REDI sleeve yoke saver.Yukon Mighty seal.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion Redi-sleeve
    • Fits GM 8.5″, 9.5″ and 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
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    Valvoline – Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart (Part No.889787)

    Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart

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    $19.99
    We’ve squeezed innovation into every ounce of Valvoline FlexFill SAE 75W-140 Full Synthetic Gear Oil, the ultimate gear protection in hypoid rear differentials and non-synchronized manual transmissions. Our unique new flexible pouch makes getting into the tightest places to lubricate gears easier than ever and with less waste. The superior detergent package-based formulation contains fully synthetic basestocks and special additives that help protect parts from rust and corrosion while providing exceptional high and low temperature protection and excellent thermal stability, especially in demanding driving situations such as towing and off-roading. It contains an extreme pressure additive for better load carrying capacity, wear resistance additives that assist in protecting gear teeth, a limited slip additive for optimal clutch pack performance, and an anti-foaming agent for better lubrication and service life. Valvoline FlexFill SAE 75W-140 Full Synthetic Gear Oil is recommended for use in axle applications requiring factory-fill or drain-and-fill levels for limited slip performance.

    Product Features:
    • FLEXIBLE POUCH FOR EASIER USE WITH LESS WASTE in tight, hard to reach undercarriage situations
    • EXCEPTIONAL HIGH AND LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION ranging from -30F to 300F degrees for dependable coverage year-round
    • REDUCES CHATTERING AND PROTECTS GEAR TEETH from oxidation, rust, and wear
    • MEETS THE DEMANDS OF CONVENTIONAL AND LIMITED SLIP REAR DIFFERENTIALS where API GL-5 is specified, as well as non-synchronized manual transmissions that require API GL-4
    • MEETS OR EXCEEDS PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS for Ford M2C-192A, GM 12346140, Chrysler MS-8985 and API GL-5
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    Yukon Gear – Differential (Part No.26014)

    Differential

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    Differential

    Richmond Gear – RngPnnInstlKt (Part No.83-1019-B)

    RngPnnInstlKt

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    RngPnnInstlKt

    Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33152)

    Pinion Nut

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    Pinion nut for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.6″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.0″, 8.25″, 8.5″, 8.6″, 9.25″ IFS, 9.5″ & Oldsmobile Dropouts. 1 1/4″ socket, 7/8″ x 14 thread.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion nut for GM 7.2″, 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.0″, 8.25″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″, 9.25″ IFS and 9.5″
    • 7/8″ x 14 thread
    • 1 1/4″ socket
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    USA Standard Gear – Axle Shaft For 82" Buick, Oldsmobile & Pontiac, Bolt In Axle 29 7/8" Long, 28 Spline (Part No.35060)

    Axle Shaft For 82" Buick, Oldsmobile & Pontiac, Bolt In Axle 29 7/8" Long, 28 Spline

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    $264.99
    USA Standard axle shaft for 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile & Pontiac, bolt in axle. 29 7/8″ long, 28 spline.

    Product Features:
    • Fits 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
    • 28 spline
    • 29 7/8″ long
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    Yukon Gear – Conversion Kit (Part No.41184)

    Conversion Kit

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    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
    • Adapt GM gears for BOP housing
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    Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" & 8.6" With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.26016)

    Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" & 8.6" With 30 Spline Axles

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    The Yukon Dura Grip provides aggressive yet smooth traction to give you the confidence & performance you need. Get longer life and better traction with the heavy duty Yukon Dura Grip Positraction. The Yukon Dura Grip uses a nodular case and forged 4320 internals for added strength along with composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable and many offer upgrades to increase aggressiveness for racing applications. Each unit carries a one year warranty against defects. This unit has larger bearing journals for added strength & uses heavy-duty carrier bearings & races.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″ with 30 spline axles
    • 2.73 ratio and up only
    • 4-spring, clutch style positraction
    • Internal gears are manufactured using forged 4320 steel and cut to provide stronger teeth
    • Fully rebuildable
    • Assembled in the USA
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    USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 8.5", 28 Spline (Part No.39026)

    Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 8.5", 28 Spline

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    $209.99
    Product Features:
    • Spider gear kit
    • Fits GM 8.5″ 28 spline open differential
    • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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    Yukon Gear – Dana 25, 27, 30, 44, Model 20 And Model 35, GM 7.5", 8.2", 8.5", 12P, 12T, C9.25 Rear Cover Bolt (Part No.33286)

    Dana 25, 27, 30, 44, Model 20 And Model 35, GM 7.5", 8.2", 8.5", 12P, 12T, C9.25 Rear Cover Bolt

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    5/16″-18 cover bolt, Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30 and 44, AMC Model 20 and Model 35, Chrysler 9.25 rear, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.2″, 8.5″, 12 bolt passenger car and truck.

    Product Features:
    • Cover bolt for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30 and 44, AMC Model 20 and Model 35, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 12 bolt passenger car and truck.
    • 1/2″ head
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    1972 Pontiac GTO Differentials

    Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1972 Pontiac GTO. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 276 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.91 to $1,566.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1972 Pontiac GTO running smoothly.

    Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 14 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1972 Pontiac GTO. Valvoline, Yukon Gear, and Motive Gear are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

    We know you’ll find the perfect Differentials for your 1972 Pontiac GTO, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 80 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Ring and Pinion with 5.0 stars and Differential Pinion Shim Kit with 5.0 stars.

    So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1972 Pontiac GTO rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

    Differentials Brands To Make Your 1972 Pontiac GTO Last

    Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1972 Pontiac GTO demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Differentials make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your GTO the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

    Popular Mr. Gasket Differentials

    We carry Mr. Gasket parts in our stock across Rear Differential Cover Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1972 Pontiac GTO, our most popular Mr. Gasket Differentials include:
    Differential Gasket
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    Differential Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
    Differential Gasket
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    Differential Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

    FAQs for 1972 Pontiac GTO Differentials

    What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1972 Pontiac GTO?

    Out of 276 Differentials for the 1972 Pontiac GTO, the most popular in our inventory are:
    DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
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    DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
    Differential Oil
    3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
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    This product is not rated
    3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
    Differential Oil

    What are the top-rated 1972 Pontiac GTO Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your 1972 Pontiac GTO based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Differential Ring and Pinion
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    (2)
    Differential Ring and Pinion
    “Fit Well, Delivered Fast”
    Differential Pinion Shim Kit
    from $7.49
    (1)
    Differential Pinion Shim Kit
    “good product”
    Differential Master Bearing Kit - Timken
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    (1)
    Differential Master Bearing Kit – Timken
    “I appreciated being able to buy all the necessary parts in one kit. This was cheaper than buying an entire used rear axle. I like how the shrinkwrappi”