1978 Chevrolet El Camino Drivetrains

Essential 1978 Chevrolet El Camino Drivetrains

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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Yukon Gear – High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM Chevy 55P In A 3.36 Ratio (Part No.24467)

High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM Chevy 55P In A 3.36 Ratio

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$579.99
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 strong gear that is easy to set up. All Yukon ring & pinion sets come standard with a one-year warranty. ** Note: This gear set is not compatible with a factory 3.08 carrier**

Product Features:
  • Fits 1955-1964 GM passenger car
  • 8.40″ ring gear diameter
  • 17 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 3.36 ratio
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential (Part No.11067)

Bearing Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential

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$221.99
Yukon Bearing installation kits are perfect for shops & builders who have shims on the shelf and are looking to save cost over a Master Overhaul kit. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with all high quality small parts. kit includes carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), marking compound and 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 ring & pinion set.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ rear
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve , marking compound and brush.
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National – Bearings (Part No.M802011)

Bearings

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$14.79
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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Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33150)

Pinion Nut

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$11.99
Pinion nut for GM 12 bolt car & truck, 55-62 car & truck, 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick/Olds/Pontiac & 63-79 Corvette. 1 1/8″ socket, 7/8″ x 16 thread.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for GM 12 bolt car and truck, 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • 7/8″ x 16 thread
  • 1 1/8″ socket
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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55028-1)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$9.99
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 – Axle Repair Bearing (Part No.S-RP-5707)

Axle Repair Bearing

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$16.49
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 12 Bolt Car With 30 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Up (Part No.26013)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 12 Bolt Car With 30 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Up

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$839.99
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 12 bolt passenger car with 30 spline axles
  • 4.10 and up ratio 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
  • 30 spline
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Dorman – Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right (Part No.630-139)

Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right

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$319.99
Axle shaft damaged or bearings worn out? This axle shaft directly replaces the original equipment on certain vehicles, complete with all necessary application-specific installation components.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this axle shaft replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle years, makes and models
  • Complete kit – each shaft includes critical installation hardware and components needed for specific vehicle applications
  • Durable construction – designed to rigorous standards and tested to ensure performance
  • Trustworthy solution – backed by team of engineers and quality control specialists in the United States
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Yukon Gear – 3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil (Part No.15002)

3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil

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$44.99
3 Qt. Penzoil 80W90 conventional gear Oil.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of conventional oil
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56017)

Bearing Race Driver

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$215.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits HM89410 race
  • All steel construction
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Dorman – Spindle Washer – I.D. 3/4 In. O.D. 1-21/32 In. Thickness 3/32 In. (Part No.618-005.1)

Spindle Washer - I.D. 3/4 In. O.D. 1-21/32 In. Thickness 3/32 In.

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$3.79
This spindle nut washer 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 spindle nut washer matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this washer is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to wear
  • 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 – Positraction Internals For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.16039)

Positraction Internals For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck With 30 Spline Axles

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$425.99
Yukon positraction internals (0.806″ diameter) for GM 12P and 12T with 30 spline axles. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. This kit does not include clutches. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fit GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck Dura Grip positraction with 30 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM7.5IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$49.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 7.5
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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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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.5200)

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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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.2" Differential (Part No.13066)

Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.2" Differential

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$259.99
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 GM 8.2″
  • 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 – Yoke For GM 7.5" (Mech 3R) In A Triple Lip Design (Part No.41090)

Yoke For GM 7.5" (Mech 3R) In A Triple Lip Design

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$184.99
Yukon yoke for GM 7.5″ (mech 3R) in a triple lip design. 2.556″ snap ring span, 1.125″ cap diameter. Inside snap ring. This yoke uses inside clips. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″
  • 27 spline
  • Mechanics 3R u-joint size
  • Inside snap ring design
  • 2.556″ snap ring span
  • 1.125″ cap diameter
  • Strap style
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.8460N)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$8.29
All Motive Gear products are engineered for their specific application and manufactured in state of the art facilities. All of our products undergo rigid quality control processes to insure proper fit, performance and longevity. Motive Gear products can be found in the winners circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, SODA, SCORE, BITD, Ultra-4 and NASCAR events because we offer unmatched selection and quality demanded by racers and their crew chiefs – the same quality and selection demanded by DIY customers and top mechanics. With four warehouses strategically located across North America, most Motive Gear orders arrive within 2-4 days. Win with Motive Gear!
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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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$15.99
Standard open side gear thrust washer for 8.5″ GM.

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer
  • Fits GM 8.5″
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Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.80-0272-1)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$66.99
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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Yukon Gear – Posi Spring Kit For GM 7.5", With Preload Plates (Part No.33206)

Posi Spring Kit For GM 7.5", With Preload Plates

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$153.99
Product Features:
  • Positraction spring kit
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ Dura Grip
  • Includes preload plates
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 8.5" GM With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.16054)

Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 8.5" GM With 28 Spline Axles

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$217.99
Yukon standard open spider gear kit for 8.5″ GM with 28 spline axles. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 8.5″ open differential with 28 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Dorman – Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-20 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. (Part No.615-065.1)

Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-20 Hex Size 1-1/16 In.

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$6.99
This spindle nut 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 spindle nut matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this nut 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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Pro-King – Differential Bearing Cup (Part No.742G256)

Differential Bearing Cup

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$8.99
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 – 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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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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Dorman – Help – Auto Transmission Case Vent (Part No.14689)

Auto Transmission Case Vent

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$6.99
This transfer case vent is designed to match the fit and function of the original vent on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this transfer case vent is designed to match the fit and function of the original vent on specified vehicles
  • Restores functionality – reliable replacement for an original vent that has failed due to blockage or 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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1978 Chevrolet El Camino Drivetrains

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Out of 191 Drivetrains for the 1978 Chevrolet El Camino, the most popular in our inventory are:
Differential Cover Gasket
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Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets
Greaseable Premium Universal Joint
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Greaseable Premium Universal Joint
U-Joints
Taper Bearing Set
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Taper Bearing Set
Differential Bearings

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Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1978 Chevrolet El Camino based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Universal Joint
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Universal Joint
“Great product.. Nice easy install”
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
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Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
“Moog and advanced auto got me out of a bad situation with an amazing part ( u”
DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
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DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
“Some say no need for a gasket and to use gasket sealer only its just as good. I like to make sure that the cover is installed properly to avoid any l”