1978 Chevrolet C20 Differentials

Essential 1978 Chevrolet C20 Differentials

Motive Gear – Axle Shaft (Part No.MG1774)

Axle Shaft

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$168.99
The Motive Gear replacement axle shaft offers an OE-quality axle shaft at a fraction of the OE cost. Manufactured from 1541H material on high-tolerance CNC equipment, this axle shaft is designed to provide a perfect fit every time.

Product Features:
  • AXLE SHAFT 10.5″ 30 SPL. 37 9/16″ R.H.
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Yukon Gear – 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33050)

10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Ring Gear Bolt

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$11.99
10.5″ GM 14 bolt truck ring gear bolt 4.56 & up. 9/16″ x 18. 2.522″ overall length.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 4.56 and up ratio
  • 1/2″ x 18 thread
  • 2.522″ overall length
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Yukon Gear – Spider Gear Set For GM 9.5" Gura Drip Posi (Part No.16166)

Spider Gear Set For GM 9.5" Gura Drip Posi

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$561.99
Yukon spider gear set for GM 9.5″ Gura Drip posi. This kit does not include clutches. This kit fits Yukon Dura Grip ONLY.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ with Dura Grip positraction
  • Includes two side gears, four pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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National – Bearings (Part No.R-1581-TV)

Bearings

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$44.49
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
  • High radial load capacity makes them suitable for high speed applications
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier (Part No.6258340)

Differential Carrier

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$205.99


Product Features:
  • GM10.5″ 14 BOLT OPEN EMPTY CASE 4:56 & UP
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Yukon Gear – Eaton-Type 14 Plate Carbon Clutch Set For 9.5" GM And 9.75" Ford (Part No.16058)

Eaton-Type 14 Plate Carbon Clutch Set For 9.5" GM And 9.75" Ford

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$362.99
Eaton-type 14 plate Carbon clutch set for 9.5″ GM and 9.75″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ with Eaton positraction
  • Carbon fiber clutches
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Yukon Gear – Yoke For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck, 1350, Strap Style (Part No.41179)

Yoke For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck, 1350, Strap Style

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$249.99
Yukon yoke for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck, 1350, strap style. 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 30 spline
  • 1350 u-joint size
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.188″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • Strap style
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Dorman – Help – Pinion Crush Sleeves (Part No.81057)

Pinion Crush Sleeves

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$5.29
This differential crush sleeve is designed to match the fit and function of the original sleeve on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential crush sleeve is designed to match the fit and function of the original sleeve on specified vehicles
  • Required replacement – when servicing the differential
  • 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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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.742J717)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$219.99
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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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck, 4.10 & Down (Part No.26030)

Dura Grip Positraction For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck, 4.10 & Down

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$1110.00
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.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 4.10 ratio and down only
  • 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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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 – Steel Cover For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.32345)

Steel Cover For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$92.99
Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Steel
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Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For ’87 & Down 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Differential (Part No.12045)

Minor Install Kit For '87 & Down 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Differential

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$108.99
Yukon Minimum installation kits are a low cost solution for gear changes in newer vehicles where the bearings can be reused. This kit uses all high quality components to ensure a smooth set up. kit includes a pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1988 and down GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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NTN – Differential Bearing (Part No.J7060741150NTN)

Differential Bearing

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$39.19
Differential Bearing

Valvoline – MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.VV324)

MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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$12.79
Product Features:
  • High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks
  • Long-life friction modifiers and premium base oils help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
  • Enhanced cleaning additives help reduce varnish formation and keep the transmission running properly longer
  • Engineered with a unique blend of viscosity modifiers and base oils to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Yukon Gear – DiffrlPinSupportBolt (Part No.33582)

DiffrlPinSupportBolt

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$5.99
DiffrlPinSupportBolt

Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS231230)

Grip LS Traction System

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$480.99
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!
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Motive Gear – Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R9.5GRMK)

Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo

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$181.99
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&SL GM MSTR 9.5 97 & DOWN
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Side Gear And Thrust Washer For 9.5" GM (Part No.33303)

Standard Open Side Gear And Thrust Washer For 9.5" GM

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$8.99
Standard open side gear thrust washer for 9.5″ GM.

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer
  • Fits GM 9.5″
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Nut (Part No.15994582)

Differential Pinion Nut

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$17.99


Product Features:
  • NUT PINION – 14 BOLT
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Yukon Gear – Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.16113)

Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck

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$78.99
Eaton positraction shim kit for GM 14T.

Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck Eaton positraction
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Yukon Gear – High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 9.5" In A 4.56 Ratio (Part No.24168)

High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 9.5" In A 4.56 Ratio

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$459.99
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.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 9.5″
  • 9.50″ ring gear diameter
  • 30 spline pinion
  • 12 ring gear bolts
  • 4.56 ratio
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For ’97 & Down GM 9.5" Differential (Part No.13075)

Pinion Install Kit For '97 & Down GM 9.5" Differential

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$319.99
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, 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 1997 and down GM 9.5″
  • 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 – Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 9.5" GM (Part No.16059)

Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 9.5" GM

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$47.99
Eaton positraction shim kit for 9.5″ GM.

Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ Eaton positraction
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Yukon Gear – Steel Spool For GM 14 Bolt Truck With 30 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Down (Part No.32048)

Steel Spool For GM 14 Bolt Truck With 30 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Down

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$539.99
Yukon Performance steel spool for GM 14T with 30 spline axles. fits 4.10 and down. Yukon performance spools are made from the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life in performance applications. Spools provide 100% power to both tires at all times and are a lower cost alternative to lockers. Spools are not recommended for street driven vehicles. Yukon Performance spools come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck with 30 spline axles
  • 4.10 and down ratio only or 4.56 and up thick gears
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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Yukon Gear – Cross Pin Shaft For GM 9.5", Fits Standard & Dura Grip Or Eaton Posi Carrier (Part No.33205)

Cross Pin Shaft For GM 9.5", Fits Standard & Dura Grip Or Eaton Posi Carrier

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$32.99
Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft
  • Fits GM 9.5″
  • Dura Grip positraction
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM12IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$69.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 12BLT 8.875 TRUCK
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Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-3896)

Oil Seal

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$9.99
Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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1978 Chevrolet C20 Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Chevrolet C20. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 132 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.91 to $1,110.00. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Chevrolet C20 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 Chevrolet C20. Valvoline, Driveworks, and Felpro 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 Chevrolet C20, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 5,892 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Ring And Pinion with 5.0 stars and Cylindrical Bearing with 3.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1978 Chevrolet C20 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 Chevrolet C20 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Chevrolet C20 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 C20 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 1978 Chevrolet C20, our most popular Mr. Gasket Differentials include:
Differential Gasket
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Differential Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

FAQs for 1978 Chevrolet C20 Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1978 Chevrolet C20?

Out of 132 Differentials for the 1978 Chevrolet C20, the most popular in our inventory are:
Tapered Cone/Cup Wheel Bearing Set
from $13.99
(14)
Tapered Cone/Cup Wheel Bearing Set
Differential Bearings
Differential Cover Gasket
from $6.79
(13)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
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This product is not rated
3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 1978 Chevrolet C20 Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1978 Chevrolet C20 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Differential Ring And Pinion
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(7)
Differential Ring And Pinion
“Great spark plugs.”
Cylindrical Bearing
from $31.99
(4)
Cylindrical Bearing
“excellent product”
Differential Carrier Shim Kit
from $8.49
(3)
Differential Carrier Shim Kit
“worked great”