1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains

Keep Your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Top Shape with Quality Performance Drivetrains

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Drivetrain, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Posi Units and Components and Performance Ring and Pinions. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Top-Rated Performance Drivetrains from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Performance Drivetrain? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Richmond Gear. For example, Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains start at just $350.99 with an average 4.5 star rating. With over 40 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other Chevrolet K5 Blazer owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrain at Advance Auto Parts is around $259.67, with a range that starts at $108.99 and goes up to $407.99. With 25 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like RngPnn, Differential Ring And Pinion, and RngPnn start at just $185.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Drivetrain, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Fuel Systems and Performance Oil Filters. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains

Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS12C)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$108.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL GM12 BOLT CAR & TRUCK STRANGE # 088430
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Richmond Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.78-1028-1)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$124.99
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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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885308)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$228.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.08 FRT/REAR MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0041-1)

RngPnn

from

$342.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0206-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$282.99
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.
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885342)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$322.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.42 FRT/REAR MGP
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Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.GM85373)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$231.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT410T)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0302-1)

RngPnn

from

$360.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT456)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0350-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$350.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0173-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$343.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 4.56 FRT/REAR MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT456T)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0175-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0017-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$351.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0204-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$344.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.12BC373T)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.12BC456)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885273)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$243.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 2.73 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0298-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$360.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.GM85410)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT373T)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.12BT308)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.GM85456)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Most Popular Performance Posi Units and Components for 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazers

Enhance your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer with one of the 2 Performance Posi Units and Components we have in stock, starting at just $108.99.

Richmond Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.78-1028-1)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$124.99
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.
See More

Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS12C)

Differential Mini Spool

from

$108.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL GM12 BOLT CAR & TRUCK STRANGE # 088430
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Best-Selling 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Ring and Pinions

Upgrade your K5 Blazer with one of our 23 best-selling Performance Ring and Pinions, earning an average 5 stars rating across 8 reviews.

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0298-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$360.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0350-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$350.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.GM85410)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0173-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0175-1)

RngPnn

from

$407.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0302-1)

RngPnn

from

$360.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0017-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$351.99
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.
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0204-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$344.99
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.
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885456)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$343.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 4.56 FRT/REAR MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.49-0041-1)

RngPnn

from

$342.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885342)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$322.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.42 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0206-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$282.99
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.
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885273)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$243.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 2.73 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.GM85373)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$231.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G885308)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$228.99


Product Features:
  • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.08 FRT/REAR MGP
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.12BT308)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.GM85456)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT373T)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.12BC456)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.12BC373T)

Differential Ring And Pinion

from

$185.99
Excel’s broad line of original equipment automotive and light truck/SUV replacement ring & pinion gears, axles, and installation kits offer Richmond’s high OEM quality at affordable prices. The Excel product line covers the most popular vehicles on the road today.

Product Features:
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel drivetrain products offer high-quality OEM replacement drivetrain products for your vehicle.
  • Richmond Gear’s EXCel line of ring & pinon gearsets provide Richmond quality at affordable prices.
  • EXCel offers a broad line of ring and pinion gears, installation kits, and axle shafts to match most vehicles that are on the road today.
  • EXCel drivetrain products are engineered to exceed OEM specifications by manufacturing to precise specifications in world-class factories, using the latest heat treatment technology, with extensive quality controls throughout.
  • All EXCel drivetrain products are backed by our one year warranty.
See More

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT410T)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT456T)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.12BT456)

RngPnn

from

$185.99
RngPnn

Top-Rated Performance Drivetrain Brands For Your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

When it comes to finding the perfect Performance Drivetrain for your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 2 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Performance Drivetrain brands including Richmond Gear, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.5 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $350.99. Purchasing a Performance Drivetrain from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Richmond Gear 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains

If you’re looking for a top-quality Performance Drivetrain for your 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains. We have 2 Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $350.99 and an average cost of $355.99, you’ll find the perfect Performance Drivetrain for your needs and budget. Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrains for the 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer come highly rated, with over 8 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.5 stars. Choosing a Richmond Gear Performance Drivetrain from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
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FAQs for 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains

What are the best-selling Performance Drivetrains for 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazers?

Out of 25 Performance Drivetrains that fit 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazers, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains?

The prices of Performance Drivetrains for the 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer range from $108.99 up to $407.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Drivetrain for a 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer?

The average price for Performance Drivetrains for the 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer is $259.67. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Drivetrain category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for other Chevrolet K5 Blazer model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Drivetrains for 10 model years of Chevrolet K5 Blazers between 1975 and 1986. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Drivetrain purchases: 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980, 1979, and 1977.

What are the cheapest Performance Drivetrains for my 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer?

The cheapest 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for any other 1978 Chevrolet models?

Yes. We stock Performance Drivetrains for 18 other popular 1978 Chevrolet models. Some of the most popular are 1978 Impala Performance Drivetrains, 1978 Malibu Performance Drivetrains, 1978 Camaro Performance Drivetrains, 1978 Monte Carlo Performance Drivetrains, and 1978 Corvette Performance Drivetrains.

What are the top-rated Performance Drivetrains that fit the 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer?

The one 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrain we have in stock is the Differential Mini Spool. It costs $108.99.

What types of Performance Drivetrains do you sell for my 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Drivetrains for a 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer:

Can I get help with 1978 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrain orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Chevrolet Performance Drivetrains and more.

What is your return policy for Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Chevrolet K5 Blazer Performance Drivetrains and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.