1978 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Essential 1978 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Yukon Gear – Yoke For Ford 9" With 28 Spline Pinion And A 1330 U/Joint Size (Part No.41143)

Yoke For Ford 9" With 28 Spline Pinion And A 1330 U/Joint Size

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Yukon yoke for Ford 9″ with 28 spline pinion and a 1330 U/joint size. 5″ length. 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.125″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 28 spline
  • 1330 u-joint size
  • Outside snap ring design
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.125″ cap diameter
  • U-bolt style
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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 – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For Ford 9" (Part No.55041)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For Ford 9"

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$68.99
9″ Ford 2 piece solid preload pinion spacer, Daytona or standard.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for Ford 9″ with 28 spline pinion
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National – Bearings (Part No.A-57)

Bearings

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$92.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • 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 – Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33043)

Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt

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$5.99
Ford 8″ & 9″ standard Open, AG, & Detroit locker ring gear bolt, 1.0″ long, Ford.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For use with standard open carrier, Auburn Gear limited slip and Detroit Locker
  • 1.0″ long
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS88-31)

Differential Mini Spool

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$101.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL 8.8 FORD 31SPL
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Clutch Guide For 9" Ford (Part No.33250)

Trac Loc Clutch Guide For 9" Ford

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$4.99
Trac Loc clutch guide for 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Clutch guide
  • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″
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National – Bearings (Part No.02820)

Bearings

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$12.29
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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Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.CSPF88L)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$26.99
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 – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56020)

Bearing Race Driver

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$215.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits M802011 race
  • All steel construction
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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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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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Motive Gear – Differential Bearing Kit – Timken (Part No.R9R306)

Differential Bearing Kit - Timken

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$111.99
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:
  • 9″ BEARING KIT FOR 3.06 HOUSING
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Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F7.5-373)

Differential Ring and Pinion

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$237.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BL 7.5 R/P 3.73 MG
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Spring Plate For Ford 9" & 8" (Part No.33517)

Trac Loc Spring Plate For Ford 9" & 8"

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$10.99
Product Features:
  • Trac Loc spring plate for Ford 8″ and 9″
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Yukon Gear – Tracloc For Ford 9" Wtih 28 Spline Axles – Street Design (Part No.26008)

Tracloc For Ford 9" Wtih 28 Spline Axles - Street Design

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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 9″ 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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Yukon Gear – Steel Spool For Ford 9" With 35 Spline Axles (Part No.32047)

Steel Spool For Ford 9" With 35 Spline Axles

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$379.99
Yukon Performance 2-3/16″ deck steel spool for 9″ Ford with 35 spline axles. Spool uses 2″ journal bearings (30 degree). Does not fit Mark Williams. 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 Ford 9″ with 35 spline axles
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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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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Yukon Gear – Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 31 Spline Axles (Part No.16016)

Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 31 Spline Axles

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$329.99
Yukon positraction internals for 8.8″ Ford with 31 spline axles. This kit fits Yukon Gura Grip & Eaton positractions. 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
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with Yukon Dura Grip positraction with 31 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS108831)

Grip LS Traction System

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$463.99
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 – Nodular Differential Housing (Part No.26325)

Nodular Differential Housing

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$533.99


Product Features:
  • NODULAR HOUSING 9″ FORD 3.25″ BORE
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Driveworks – Tapered Roller Bearing (Part No.S-LM-603012)

Tapered Roller Bearing

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$6.79
Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Pro-King – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.763A203)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$11.79
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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USA Standard Gear – Spartan Spring & Pin Kit, Fits Smaller Designs (Part No.17011)

Spartan Spring & Pin Kit, Fits Smaller Designs

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$26.99
Spartan spring & pin kit, fits smaller designs.

Product Features:
  • Replacement spring and pin kit for Spartan Locker
  • Fits Dana 30, Dana 44, AMC Model 20, AMC Model 35, and Toyota designs
  • Includes 4 springs and 4 alignment pins
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.875" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33299)

Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.875" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford

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$11.99
Pinion gear thrust washer (0.875″ shaft) for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.875″ diameter cross pin shaft applications only
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft (.750") For Ford 8", 8.8", 9" And Model 20 (Part No.33332)

Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft (.750") For Ford 8", 8.8", 9" And Model 20

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Standard open cross pin shaft (.750″) for Ford 8″, 8.8″, 9″ and Model 20.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft for Ford 8″, 8.8″ and 9″ and AMC Model 20
  • Fits standard open differentials only
  • 0.750″ diameter
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USA Standard Gear – Pinion Installation Kit For ’09 & Down Ford 8.8 (Part No.60009)

Pinion Installation Kit For '09 & Down Ford 8.8

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$119.99
8.8″ FORD 09 & DWN PINION KIT .

Product Features:
  • Fits 2009 and down Ford 8.8″
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve, marking compound and brush.
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USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 9" LM603011 Differential with Daytona Pinion Support (Part No.37038)

Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 9" LM603011 Differential with Daytona Pinion Support

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$273.99
USA Standard Master Overhaul kits let you finish your install with confidence. This kit uses Koyo bearings and races. Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), threading locking compound, marking compound with brush and gasket.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with LM603011 carrier races and Daytona pinion support
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, pilot bearing, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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1978 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 300 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $1,211.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 11 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Ford Thunderbird. National, Yukon Gear, and Dorman 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 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 99 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Multi Purpose Seal with 5.0 stars and Shaft Repair Sleeve with 5.0 stars.

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

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

Popular Felpro Differentials

We carry Felpro parts in our stock across Automatic Transmission Differential Carrier Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1978 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Felpro Differentials include:
Differential Carrier Gasket
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Differential Carrier Gasket
Automatic Transmission Differential Carrier Gaskets

Top 1978 Ford Thunderbird Differentials from National

National products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1978 Ford Thunderbird. Popular National parts include:
Bearings
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(9)
Bearings
Front Differential Pinion Bearings
Bearings
from $6.99
(6)
Bearings
Differential Bearings
Bearings
from $10.49
(4)
Bearings
Rear Differential Pinion Bearings

FAQs for 1978 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1978 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 300 Differentials for the 1978 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
from $44.99
This product is not rated
3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
Differential Oil
Pinion Crush Sleeves
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This product is not rated
Pinion Crush Sleeves
Differential Crush Sleeves
Tapered Cup Wheel Bearing Assembly
from $8.49
This product is not rated
Tapered Cup Wheel Bearing Assembly
Differential Bearings

What are the top-rated 1978 Ford Thunderbird Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1978 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Multi Purpose Seal
from $15.79
(3)
Multi Purpose Seal
“good quality”
Shaft Repair Sleeve
from $37.99
(1)
Shaft Repair Sleeve
“Very delicate piece, but came shipped quite safely and not damaged. High quality.”
Differential Pinion Nut
from $6.49
(1)
Differential Pinion Nut
“If a pinion nut is ever removed from the pinion shaft, it is recommended NOT to reuse it. Replace it with a BRAND NEW nut, even if the old nut is rel”