1978 Buick Riviera Differentials

Essential 1978 Buick Riviera Differentials

Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55029)

Differential Cover Gasket

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Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

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 – 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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Pro-King – Rear Axle Shaft Kit (Part No.AXK-172)

Rear Axle Shaft Kit

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$185.99
Pro-King is the leading supplier of transmission and driveline products in the aftermarket. All products are designed to meet or exceed OE quality, form, fit and funtion.

Product Features:
  • High strength steel
  • Dual heat treating process
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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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Yukon Gear – Cast Yoke For GM 8.5" With A 1350 U/Joint Size (Part No.41092)

Cast Yoke For GM 8.5" With A 1350 U/Joint Size

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Yukon cast yoke for GM 8.5″ with a 1350 U/joint size. 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. This yoke uses straps. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″
  • 30 spline
  • 1350 u-joint size
  • Outside snap ring design
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.188″ cap diameter
  • Strap style
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM8.5IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$65.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 8.5 REAR
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Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1930-LR)

Lock Right Locker

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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 – Polished Aluminum Cover For 8.6", 8.2" And 8.5" GM Rear (Part No.32030)

    Polished Aluminum Cover For 8.6", 8.2" And 8.5" GM Rear

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    $255.99
    Polished aluminum cover for 8.6″, 8.2″ and 8.5″ GM rear.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
    • Finned polished aluminum
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential (Part No.13069)

    Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential

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    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 GM 8.5″ rear
    • 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 – 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 – 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 – Chrome Moly Cross Pin Shaft For Mini-Spool For 8.5" GM (Part No.32238)

    Chrome Moly Cross Pin Shaft For Mini-Spool For 8.5" GM

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    $61.99
    Chrome Moly cross pin shaft for Mini-Spool for 8.5″ GM HD.

    Product Features:
    • Cross pin shaft
    • Fits GM 8.5″
    • Chromoly steel for added strength
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    Dorman – Help – Differential Shaft Lock Bolt (Part No.81048)

    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt

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    $5.99
    This differential pinion shaft lock bolt 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 differential pinion shaft lock bolt matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models.
    • Ideal solution – this bolt 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 – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56034)

    The Carrier Bearing Puller

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    $689.99
    The Yukon carrier bearing Puller works with an impact gun to quickly and safely remove carrier bearings without damaging them. This unit comes with a handy bench top stand and works with up to most standard one ton applications. This unit is works with differentials up to one-ton applcations. It is not compatible with Dana 70HD, Dana 80, 10.25″ & 10.5″ Ford, or GM & Chrysler 11.5″ differentials.

    Product Features:
    • Carrier bearing puller
    • Works with an impact gun to safely and easliy remove carrrier bearings
    • Not compatible with Dana 70HD, Dana 80, Ford 10.25″ and 10.5″ or Gm and Chrysler 11.5″ applications
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    Richmond Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.78-1028-1)

    Differential Mini Spool

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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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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.BP882411)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $322.99


    Product Features:
    • BOP R/P 8.2″ 10BLT 4.11
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    USA Standard Gear – Spartan Locker For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles, Includes Heavy-Duty Cross Pin Shaft (Part No.17040)

    Spartan Locker For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles, Includes Heavy-Duty Cross Pin Shaft

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    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 GM 18.5″ with 28 spline axles
    • Made from 9310 steel for added strength
    • Replaces the spiders in a standard carrier case
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    Motive Gear – Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.14066913)

    Ring Gear Bolt

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    Product Features:
    • RING GEAR BOLT 8.5″ 7.5″ 7/16 X 20 LEFT HAND
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    National – Bearings (Part No.M804049)

    Bearings

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    $38.49
    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 – Replacement Bare Case For GM 8.5" & 8.6" Dura Grip (Part No.20107)

    Replacement Bare Case For GM 8.5" & 8.6" Dura Grip

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    $386.99
    Replacement bare case for GM 8.5″ & 8.6″ Yukon Dura Grip. Fits both 28 & 30 spline applications. This carrier case is for a Yukon Dura Grip ONLY. It is NOT a replacement carrier for a stock positraction.

    Product Features:
    • Dura Grip positraction carrier case
    • Does not include spider gears
    • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
    • Fits 2.76 and up ratios only
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    National – Bearings (Part No.M86610)

    Bearings

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    $9.49
    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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    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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    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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    Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9207822801)

    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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    Driveworks – Tapered Roller Bearing (Part No.S-LM-603012)

    Tapered Roller Bearing

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    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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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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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut Washer (Part No.33167)

    Pinion Nut Washer

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    $14.99
    Pinion nut washer for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.6″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ & 9.5″.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion nut washer for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.625″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ and 9.5″.
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    Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Gear Kit (Part No.GM10BI)

    Differential Carrier Gear Kit

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    $111.99


    Product Features:
    • GM10 BOLT 8.5″ 28 SPL INTERNAL KIT (OPEN)
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    1978 Buick Riviera Differentials

    Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Buick Riviera. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 192 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $2.49 to $1,566.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Buick Riviera running smoothly.

    Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 13 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Buick Riviera. Valvoline, FELPRO, and Yukon 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 1978 Buick Riviera, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 924 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars and Bearings with 3.9 stars.

    So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1978 Buick Riviera 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 1978 Buick Riviera Last

    Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

    Popular Driveworks Differentials

    We carry Driveworks parts in our stock across Differential Pinion Seals categories, plus more. For a 1978 Buick Riviera, our most popular Driveworks Differentials include:
    Oil Seal
    from $7.79
    (1)
    Oil Seal
    Differential Pinion Seals

    Top 1978 Buick Riviera Differentials from Felpro

    Felpro products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1978 Buick Riviera. Popular Felpro parts include:
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $9.99
    (195)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
    from $7.99
    (45)
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $7.49
    (7)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

    FAQs for 1978 Buick Riviera Differentials

    What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1978 Buick Riviera?

    Out of 192 Differentials for the 1978 Buick Riviera, the most popular in our inventory are:
    DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
    from $35.99
    (17)
    DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
    Differential Oil
    3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
    from $57.99
    This product is not rated
    3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
    Differential Oil

    What are the top-rated 1978 Buick Riviera Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your 1978 Buick Riviera based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
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    (11)
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
    “great”
    Bearings
    from $23.99
    (7)
    Bearings
    “Good price”
    Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
    from $156.99
    (5)
    Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo
    “was delivered as promised and on time”