1978 Ford Ranchero Drivetrains

Essential 1978 Ford Ranchero Drivetrains

Pro-King – Axle Seal (Part No.721A074)

Axle Seal

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$1.99
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 – Crush Sleeve (Part No.33085)

Crush Sleeve

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$9.99
Crush Sleeve for Model 20, Ford 10.25″, 10.5″, 7.5″, 8.8″, 9 3/8″, 9″ & 9.75″. .480″ long.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve for AMC Model 20, Ford 10.25″, 10.5″, 7.5″, 8.8″, 9″ and 9.75″
  • 0.480″ tall
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Dorman – Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 Hex 1-1/4 In. (sold by each) (Part No.615-067)

Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 Hex 1-1/4 In. (sold by each)

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$4.79
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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Yukon Gear – Adjuster Lock Bolt 3.062" & 3.250" Ford 9" Drop Out (Part No.32149)

Adjuster Lock Bolt 3.062" & 3.250" Ford 9" Drop Out

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$3.99
Adjuster lock bolt 3.062″ & 3.250″ Yukon Ford 9″ Drop Out.

Product Features:
  • Side adjuster lock bolt
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.SS9)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$45.99
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 – Pilot Bearing Retainer For Ford 9" (Part No.33255)

Pilot Bearing Retainer For Ford 9"

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$11.99
Pilot bearing retainer for Ford 9″.

Product Features:
  • Pilot bearing retainer for Ford 9″
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Dorman – Help – Driveshaft Flange Bolts (Part No.80992)

Driveshaft Flange Bolts

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$20.29
This drive shaft bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this engine mount bolt matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this drive shaft bolt is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Yukon Gear – Axle Bearing For 9" Ford (Part No.10057)

Axle Bearing For 9" Ford

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$132.99
Yukon axle bearing & seal kits are specially designed for each application & use all high quality bearings & seals. Axle bearing for 9″ Ford. 1.531″ I.D., 3.150″ O.D. This axle bearing & seal kit services one side only.

Product Features:
  • Axle bearing for Ford 9″
  • Sealed design
  • 3.150″ O.D.
  • 1.531″ I.D.
  • Services one side
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Dorman – Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 and M20 In.-1.0 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. and 27mm (sold by each) (Part No.615-073)

Spindle Nut 3/4 In.-16 and M20 In.-1.0 Hex Size 1-1/16 In. and 27mm (sold by each)

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$4.99
This spindle nut retainer 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 retainer matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this retainer 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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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Nut (Part No.379570S)

Differential Pinion Nut

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$6.49
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 – 8" Ford O-Ring (Part No.30027)

8" Ford O-Ring

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$9.99
8″ Ford O-ring.

Product Features:
  • Pinion support o-ring
  • Fits Ford 8″
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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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Pro-King – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.762B303)

Differential Cover Gasket

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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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Yukon Gear – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56034)

The Carrier Bearing Puller

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

Product Features:
  • Carrier bearing puller
  • Works with an impact gun to safely and easliy remove carrrier bearings
  • Not compatible with Dana 70HD, Dana 80, Ford 10.25″ and 10.5″ or Gm and Chrysler 11.5″ applications
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Yukon Gear – Shim Kit For 9" Ford Tracloc Clutch (Part No.16030)

Shim Kit For 9" Ford Tracloc Clutch

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$46.99
Shim kit for 9″ Ford TracLoc clutch, (8″ also) positraction.

Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″ Trac Loc
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Pro-King – Differential Bearing Cone (Part No.742G255)

Differential Bearing Cone

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$19.79
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 – U-Joint Bolt Kit (Part No.81004)

U-Joint Bolt Kit

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$6.29
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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Yukon Gear – Tapered Axle Bearing And Seal Kit, 3.150" Od, For 9" Ford (Part No.10058)

Tapered Axle Bearing And Seal Kit, 3.150" Od, For 9" Ford

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$111.99
Yukon axle bearing & seal kits are specially designed for each application & use all high quality bearings & seals. Tapered axle bearing and seal kit, 3.150″ OD, for 9″ Ford. This axle bearing & seal kit services one side only.

Product Features:
  • Axle bearing and seal kit for Ford 9″ rear
  • Includes axle bearing and seal
  • Tapered roller design
  • 3.150″ O.D.
  • 1.562″ I.D.
  • Services one side
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Yukon Gear – Outer Oil Slinger For Ford 7.5", 8.8", 9", 10.25" (Part No.33022)

Outer Oil Slinger For Ford 7.5", 8.8", 9", 10.25"

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$8.99
Replacement outer oil slinger for Ford 7.5″, 8.8″, 9″, 10.25″, Nissan Titan rear, Dana 44 Rubicon & 44 JK non-Rubicon.

Product Features:
  • Outer oil slinger for Ford 10.25″, 7.5″, 8.8″ and 9″ also Jeep JK and Nissan Titan rear
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Yukon Gear – 8" & 9" Ford 4-Tab Clutch Kit With 9 Pieces (Part No.16029)

8" & 9" Ford 4-Tab Clutch Kit With 9 Pieces

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$187.99
8″ & 9″ Ford 4-Tab clutch kit with 9 pieces (late TracLoc).

Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″ Trac Loc positraction
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National – Bearings (Part No.208-LO)

Bearings

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$49.49
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
  • Controlled heat treating process for lasting performance and extended bearing life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Yukon Gear – Trac-Loc For Ford 8" Wtih 28 Spline Axles – Street Design (Part No.26002)

Trac-Loc For Ford 8" Wtih 28 Spline Axles - Street Design

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$889.99
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-Trac Loc uses a nodular case, billet side hat, and forged internals for higher strength than stock Trac-Locs. The units use composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable. Yukon offers a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8″ with 28 spline axles
  • Trac Loc positraction
  • Clutch style positraction
  • Street design
  • Internal gears are manufactured using forged 4320 steel and cut to provide stronger teeth
  • Fully rebuildable
  • Assembled in the USA
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.WAA4663)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$15.99
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 – Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential (Part No.13049)

Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential

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$225.99
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, pinion nut, thread locker, and marking compound with brush. Yukon does extensive research for each application to make sure your kit will arrive with all the correct parts you need to install your pinion gear.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with Daytona pinion support
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve eliminator , complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Yukon Gear – One (1) Specialty Bearing Race To Adapt Small Bearing Journal Into A 3.250" Dropout (Part No.32157)

One (1) Specialty Bearing Race To Adapt Small Bearing Journal Into A 3.250" Dropout

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$51.99
One (1) specialty bearing race to adapt small bearing journal into a 3.250″ dropout. This adapter allows the use of a 28 or 31 spline carrier, positraction or locker in a 3.250″ dropout. This is a perfect solution if you are currently running 28 or 31 spline axles but are looking to upgrade to 35 spline later, or are stepping down from 35 spline but don’t want to buy a new dropout.

Product Features:
  • Carrier race
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • Conversion race to install small bearing carrier into 3.250″ dropout
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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99199)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$37.99
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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Motive Gear – Differential Master Bearing Kit – Timken (Part No.R9R306MK)

Differential Master Bearing Kit - Timken

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$143.99
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:
  • MASTER KIT FORD 9″ W/ DAYTONA
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Richmond Gear – RngPnnInstlKt (Part No.83-1005-1)

RngPnnInstlKt

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$191.99
RngPnnInstlKt

Popular 1978 Ford Ranchero Drivetrains Categories

1978 Ford Ranchero Drivetrains

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Top-Rated Drivetrains Brands For Your 1978 Ford Ranchero

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Popular Dorman – Help Drivetrains

You’ll find popular Dorman – Help brand products across Drive Shafts and Axles. All are waiting to get your 1978 Ford Ranchero back on the road. Some of the top-rated Dorman – Help products in these categories are:
Driveshaft Flange Bolts
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Driveshaft Flange Bolts
Drive Shaft Support Bolts

FAQs for 1978 Ford Ranchero Drivetrains

What are the most purchased Drivetrains for the 1978 Ford Ranchero?

Out of 399 Drivetrains for the 1978 Ford Ranchero, the most popular in our inventory are:
Universal Joint
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Universal Joint
U-Joints
Universal Joint
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Universal Joint
U-Joints
3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
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3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 1978 Ford Ranchero Drivetrains?

Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1978 Ford Ranchero based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Universal Joint
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Universal Joint
“Fit good to make the install easy .”
Universal Joint
from $4.59
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Universal Joint
“The part was a great mach. it fit real nice and I personally believe it may be better than the OE part because, It has the grease fitting which means ”
Bearings
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(9)
Bearings
“as advertised”