1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains

Essential 1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains

Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9207752605)

No-Slip Traction System

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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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    Spicer – Universal Joint (Part No.5-153X)

    Universal Joint

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    $28.99
    When you see the Spicer name, you know you are buying the highest quality product available. Spicer universal joints are no exception. Dana manufactures a full line of Spicer universal joints that are engineered to ensure longer life for vehicles.
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    Pro-King – Crush Sleeve (Part No.741A034)

    Crush Sleeve

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    $3.99
    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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    Dorman – Help – U-Joint Bolt Kit (Part No.81002)

    U-Joint Bolt Kit

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    $6.99
    This universal joint U-bolt kit is designed to match the original components required to repair and resecure universal joints on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

    Product Features:
    • Direct replacement – this universal joint U-bolt kit is designed to match the original components required to repair and resecure universal joints on specified vehicles
    • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original components that are missing or have failed due to fatigue
    • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a 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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    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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    Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cone (Part No.S-M-88048)

    Taper Bearing Cone

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    $11.29
    Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    Driveworks – Tapered Roller Bearing (Part No.S-32206)

    Tapered Roller Bearing

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    $17.99
    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS7.5-28)

    Differential Mini Spool

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    $101.99


    Product Features:
    • MINI SPOOL GM 7 1/2″ 28 SPLINE
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    National – Bearings (Part No.M88010)

    Bearings

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    $10.49
    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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    National – Bearings (Part No.LM48548)

    Bearings

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    $13.79
    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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    Felpro – DIFFERENTIAL GASKET (Part No.RDS 55072)

    DIFFERENTIAL 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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    Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cup (Part No.S-LM-501314)

    Taper Bearing Cup

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    $7.29
    Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    Neapco – Universal Joint (Part No.1-0025)

    Universal Joint

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    $2.59
    Universal Joint Strap Kit
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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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    Pro-King – Shim Kit (Part No.741A200)

    Shim Kit

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    $19.99
    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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    Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.741A717)

    Differential Internal Nest Kit

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    $184.99
    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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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99125)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $27.49
    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:
    • 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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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99139)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $39.99
    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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    National – Bearings (Part No.30306)

    Bearings

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    $51.99
    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
    • Matched cup and cone components ensures consistent quality and outstanding performance
    • Industry leading coverage
    • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99174)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $45.49
    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:
    • 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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    Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-8611N)

    Oil Seal

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    $7.79
    Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.8611N)

    Multi Purpose Seal

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    $12.99
    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:
    • 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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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99152)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $40.49
    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:
    • 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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    Neapco – Universal Joint (Part No.1-0154)

    Universal Joint

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    Universal Joint
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    MOOG Driveline Products – Greaseable Premium Universal Joint (Part No.369)

    Greaseable Premium Universal Joint

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    $19.99
    Backed by superior materials and rigorous testing, MOOG Heavy Duty universal joints deliver reliable performance you can count on. MOOG problem-solving innovations ensure fast, hassle-free installation.

    Product Features:
    • BUILT TO LAST — Rugged design specifically engineered for fleets, off-highway and commercial vehicles
    • STRONG AND DURABLE — Bearing cups are cold-formed, case-hardened and precision ground for strength and durability
    • KEEPS DIRT OUT — Abrasion-resistant nitrile seals provide ideal grease retention and protection from under-vehicle contaminants
    • GREASEABLE DESIGN — Drilled and tapped grease fitting holes for easy servicing and cross trunnions with large grease reservoirs with radial grease channels for grease distribution
    • INHIBITS PREMATURE WEAR — Cross trunnions ground to a 15-25 RMS finish for a smooth surface free of microscopic grooves that can cause premature wear
    • RELIABLE PERFORMANCE — Internal anti-drainback valve integrated into thrust washer controls lubrication flow and prevents dry startup
    • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by MOOG engineers for quality you can count on
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    Mr. Gasket – Differential Cover Kit (Part No.9896)

    Differential Cover Kit

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    $61.99
    Made from heavy gauge steel, these chrome plated rear end covers are complete with bolts and gaskets.

    Product Features:
    • Heavy gauge steel
    • Chrome plated
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    Pro-King – Differential Carrier Cover (Part No.741A758)

    Differential Carrier Cover

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    $29.99
    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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    1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains

    You count on your 1978 Buick Skyhawk to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Drivetrains. With 44 Drivetrains ranging in price from $2.59 to $518.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1978 Buick Skyhawk.

    Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Drivetrains brand, we stock 13 different brands like Moog, DriveWorks, and National. 1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains start as low as $2.59!

    One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Drivetrains is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 834 extensive product reviews on 1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains. Some of the top-rated Drivetrains products we carry are Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars and Universal Joint with 4.6 stars.

    Did we mention you can order your Drivetrains from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Drivetrains inventory for your 1978 Buick Skyhawk below to get started!

    Top-Rated Drivetrains Brands For Your 1978 Buick Skyhawk

    Trusted Drivetrains OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Buick Skyhawk running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Moog, DriveWorks, National, and even more.

    Popular Felpro Drivetrains

    You’ll find popular Felpro brand products across Differentials. All are waiting to get your 1978 Buick Skyhawk back on the road. Some of the top-rated Felpro products in these categories are:
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
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    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

    FAQs for 1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains

    What are the most purchased Drivetrains for the 1978 Buick Skyhawk?

    Out of 44 Drivetrains for the 1978 Buick Skyhawk, the most popular in our inventory are:
    Universal Joint
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    Universal Joint
    U-Joints
    Bearings
    from $16.99
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    Bearings
    Differential Bearings
    Universal Joint
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    Universal Joint
    Axle Shaft Universal Joints

    What are the top-rated 1978 Buick Skyhawk Drivetrains?

    Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1978 Buick Skyhawk based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
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    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
    “great”
    Universal Joint
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    Universal Joint
    “real nice piece. made in the U.S. has fitting for periodic lubrication in the center and in one cap. can’t beat the price.”
    Universal Joint U-Bolt Kit
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    (4)
    Universal Joint U-Bolt Kit
    “I used these to replace the factory originals that had over 80K miles on a 1964 Chevelle Malibu. I had a strange click in the differential area and s”