1978 Jeep CJ5 Differential Axle Shafts

Your 1978 Jeep CJ5 might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Differential Axle Shafts you desperately need.

We currently carry 15 Differential Axle Shafts to choose from for your 1978 Jeep CJ5, and our inventory prices range from as little as $109.99 up to $1,435.00.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 4 different trusted brands of Differential Axle Shafts for the 1978 Jeep CJ5. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Dorman so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

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Differential Axle Shafts for Your 1978 Jeep CJ5

Omix – Axle Shaft Assembly (Part No.16523.05)

Axle Shaft Assembly

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$365.99
Has your front axle shaft or U-joint failed? Omix-ADA offers complete front Jeep axle shaft assemblies providing everything you need for a simple installation. Slide the old parts out and slide the new parts in. You’ll be back on the road in no time.

Product Features:
  • Left Driver Side
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Yukon Gear – Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For ’72-’81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines (Part No.21320)

Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For '72-'81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines

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$1435.00
Yukon front 4340 Chrome-Moly replacement axle kit for ’72-’81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ with 27 splines. Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly axles provide up to 50% increased strength over stock axles for use in extreme performance applications with large tires and high horsepower. Yukon’s 4340 axles are manufactured using the latest technologies and the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life. This kit comes with inner & outer axes for both left and right sides along with Yukon Superjoints. Limited Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects and axle breakage for as long as you own the vehicle. This warranty is not transferable to another party. “No Questions Asked” replacement for first warranty return, however Yukon reserves the right to either replace axle or refund original purchase price after the first warranty claim. Yukon (through Randy’s ring & pinion) makes final determination on warranty considerations.

Product Features:
  • 27 spline inner and outer
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • Includes inner and outer 4340 Chromoly axles and Yukon Super Joints
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Yukon Gear – Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For ’72-’81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines (Part No.21319)

Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For '72-'81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines

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$1035.00
Yukon front 4340 Chrome-Moly replacement axle kit for ’72-’81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ with 27 splines. Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly axles provide up to 50% increased strength over stock axles for use in extreme performance applications with large tires and high horsepower. Yukon’s 4340 axles are manufactured using the latest technologies and the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life. This kit comes with inner & outer axles for both left and right sides along with Dana U/joint. Limited Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects and axle breakage for as long as you own the vehicle. This warranty is not transferable to another party. “No Questions Asked” replacement for first warranty return, however Yukon reserves the right to either replace axle or refund original purchase price after the first warranty claim. Yukon (through Randy’s ring & pinion) makes final determination on warranty considerations.

Product Features:
  • 27 spline inner and outer
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • Includes inner and outer 4340 Chromoly axles and Spicer U-Joints
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USA Standard Gear – 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For ’72-’81 Jeep CJ, Dana 30, 27 Spline (Part No.35162)

4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For '72-'81 Jeep CJ, Dana 30, 27 Spline

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$949.99
Product Features:
  • 27 spline inner and outer
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • Includes inner and outer 4340 Chromoly axles and Spicer U-Joints
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Omix – Axle Shaft Assembly (Part No.16523.04)

Axle Shaft Assembly

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$365.99
Has your front axle shaft or U-joint failed? Omix-ADA offers complete front Jeep axle shaft assemblies providing everything you need for a simple installation. Slide the old parts out and slide the new parts in. You’ll be back on the road in no time.

Product Features:
  • Right Passenger Side
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Yukon Gear – 1541H Alloy Left Hand Rear Axle For Model 20 (Short Set) (Part No.21293)

1541H Alloy Left Hand Rear Axle For Model 20 (Short Set)

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$298.99
Yukon 1541H alloy left hand rear axle for Model 20 (short set) with a length of 23.310″ and 29 splines. Yukon 1541H alloy axles offer a strength increase over stock while retaining a low cost. Yukon 1541H alloy axles come with a five year warranty against manufacturing defects. This axle will not work with an Auburn Ected or a factory Powr Lok posi with two piece side gears.

Product Features:
  • 29 spline
  • 23.31″ long
  • Fits AMC Model 20 in 1976-1983 CJ5 and 1976-1981 CJ7
  • One piece axle
  • Left hand side
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Yukon Gear – 4340 Chrome-Moly Left Hand Inner Axle For Dana 30, ’72-’81 Jeep CJ, Uses 5-760X U/Joint (Part No.21345)

4340 Chrome-Moly Left Hand Inner Axle For Dana 30, '72-'81 Jeep CJ, Uses 5-760X U/Joint

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$298.99
Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly left hand inner replacement axle for Dana 30, ’72-’81 Jeep CJ with a length of 27.01 and 27 splines. Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly axles provide up to 50% increased strength over stock axles for use in extreme performance applications with large tires and high horsepower. Yukon’s 4340 axles are manufactured using the latest technologies and the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life. Limited Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects and axle breakage for as long as you own the vehicle. This warranty is not transferable to another party. “No Questions Asked” replacement for first warranty return, however Yukon reserves the right to either replace axle or refund original purchase price after the first warranty claim. Yukon (through Randy’s ring & pinion) makes final determination on warranty considerations.

Product Features:
  • 27 spline
  • 27.01″ long
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • Left hand inner
  • 5-760X U-joint size
  • 4340 Chromoly
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Yukon Gear – 4340 Chrome-Moly Right Hand Inner Axle For Dana 30, ’72-’81 Jeep CJ, Uses 5-760X U/Joint (Part No.21347)

4340 Chrome-Moly Right Hand Inner Axle For Dana 30, '72-'81 Jeep CJ, Uses 5-760X U/Joint

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$298.99
Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly right hand inner replacement axle for Dana 30, ’72-’81 Jeep CJ with a length of 14.14 and 27 splines. Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly axles provide up to 50% increased strength over stock axles for use in extreme performance applications with large tires and high horsepower. Yukon’s 4340 axles are manufactured using the latest technologies and the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life. Limited Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects and axle breakage for as long as you own the vehicle. This warranty is not transferable to another party. “No Questions Asked” replacement for first warranty return, however Yukon reserves the right to either replace axle or refund original purchase price after the first warranty claim. Yukon (through Randy’s ring & pinion) makes final determination on warranty considerations.

Product Features:
  • 27 spline
  • 14.14″ long
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • Right hand inner
  • 5-760X U-joint size
  • 4340 Chromoly
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Dorman – Rear Axle Shaft, Left (Part No.630-317)

Rear Axle Shaft, Left

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$228.99
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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USA Standard Gear – 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle For Dana 30, ’72-’81 CJ, Left Hand Inner, 27 Spline (Part No.35165)

4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle For Dana 30, '72-'81 CJ, Left Hand Inner, 27 Spline

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$215.99
4340 Chrome-Moly replacement axle for Dana 30, ’72-’81 CJ, left hand inner, 27 spline.

Product Features:
  • 27 spline
  • 27.01″ long
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • Left hand inner
  • 5-760X U-joint size
  • 4340 Chromoly
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Yukon Gear – 1541H Alloy 2 Pieces Left Hand Short Axle For Model 20 ( ’76-’83 CJ5, And ’76-’81 CJ7) (Part No.21646)

1541H Alloy 2 Pieces Left Hand Short Axle For Model 20 ( '76-'83 CJ5, And '76-'81 CJ7)

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$204.99
Yukon 1541H alloy 2 pieces left hand short axle for Model 20 ( ’76-’83 CJ5, and ’76-’81 CJ7) with a length of 26-1/4″ inches long and 29 splines. Yukon 1541H alloy axles offer a strength increase over stock while retaining a low cost. Yukon 1541H alloy axles come with a five year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • 29 spline
  • 26.25″ long
  • Fits AMC Model 20 in 1976-1983 CJ5 and 1976-1981 CJ7
  • Two piece axle
  • Left hand side
  • Does not include hub
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Omix – Axle Shaft Assembly (Part No.16523.03)

Axle Shaft Assembly

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$199.99
Direct OE replacement Jeep parts and accessories built to the original specifications by Omix-ADA. Limited five year Manufacturer’s warranty.

Product Features:
  • Front Outer
  • 27 Spline
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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Yukon Gear – Two Piece Axle Hub For Model 20 – Fits Stock Type Axle (Part No.21648)

Two Piece Axle Hub For Model 20 - Fits Stock Type Axle

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$175.99
Yukon Two piece axle hub for Model 20. fits stock type axle. Yukon hubs come with a 1 year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 20 in CJ5 and CJ7
  • Hub
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USA Standard Gear – 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle For Dana 30, ’72-’81 CJ, Right Hand Inner, 27 Spline (Part No.35166)

4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle For Dana 30, '72-'81 CJ, Right Hand Inner, 27 Spline

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$161.99
Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1972-1981 Jeep CJ
  • 27 spline
  • 14.14″ long
  • Right hand inner
  • 5-760X U-joint size
  • 4340 Chromoly
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Omix – Axle Shaft (Part No.16530.25)

Axle Shaft

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$109.99
Need a new axle shaft? Do you have a spectacular story about how yours broke? Omix-ADA offers high-quality replacement axle shafts for most Jeep models. These axle shafts will get you back on the road or trail quickly.

Product Features:
  • Left Side
  • 26.25 in.
  • OE Style
  • Direct Fit
  • Limited 5 Year Warranty
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FAQs for 1978 Jeep CJ5 Differential Axle Shafts

What are the most popular Differential Axle Shafts for the 1978 Jeep CJ5?

With 4 brands you can trust, our most popular Differential Axle Shafts for the 1978 Jeep CJ5 parts are:
Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For '72-'81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines
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Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For ’72-’81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines
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Two Piece Axle Hub For Model 20 - Fits Stock Type Axle
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Two Piece Axle Hub For Model 20 – Fits Stock Type Axle
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Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For '72-'81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines
from $1435.00
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Front 4340 Chrome-Moly Replacement Axle Kit For ’72-’81 Dana 30 Jeep CJ With 27 Splines
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