1978 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

Essential 1978 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

ATP – DIFF COVER KIT (Part No.111102)

DIFF COVER KIT

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DIFF COVER KIT

Yukon Gear – 8.5" & 8.6" GM Standard Open Pinion Gear Thrust Washer – Also Fits 8.5" Eaton With 0.795" Cross Pin (Part No.33385)

8.5" & 8.6" GM Standard Open Pinion Gear Thrust Washer - Also Fits 8.5" Eaton With 0.795" Cross Pin

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8.5″ & 8.6″ GM standard Open pinion gear Thrust washer. also fits 8.5″ Eaton with 0.795″ cross pin.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer for GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • Fits standard open differentials only
  • 0.795″ I.D.
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USA Standard Gear – Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 7.5" In A 2.73 Ratio (Part No.36192)

Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 7.5" In A 2.73 Ratio

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$369.99
USA Standard ring & pinion sets are the right choice to add confidence to your install. USA Standard Gear offers a full line of ring & pinion sets for a variety of common & hard to find applications. USA standard gear offers a standard one year warranty against defects on their ring & pinion sets.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.6″
  • 7.50″ ring gear diameter
  • 27 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 2.73 ratio
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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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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 – Posi Shim Kit For GM 7.5" & 7.625" Eaton Positraction (Part No.16047)

Posi Shim Kit For GM 7.5" & 7.625" Eaton Positraction

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Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ with Eaton positraction
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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99187)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$41.99
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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Lakewood – High Performance U-Joint (Part No.23018)

High Performance U-Joint

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Lakewood universal replacement U-joints are fatigue- and wear-resistant, the ultimate in strength. Designed with ultra-durable chrome-nickel-moly alloy cross and caps, and special high-carbon steel and induction heat-treated needle bearings.

Product Features:
  • Chrome-Nickel-Moly Alloy Cross
  • Improved Fatigue Resistance
  • High-Carbon Steel Bearings
  • Maximize Wear Resistance
  • Solid Forged Cross Body
  • High Strength
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Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G673)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$28.49
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 – Dana 25, 27, 30, 44, Model 20 And Model 35, GM 7.5", 8.2", 8.5", 12P, 12T, C9.25 Rear Cover Bolt (Part No.33286)

Dana 25, 27, 30, 44, Model 20 And Model 35, GM 7.5", 8.2", 8.5", 12P, 12T, C9.25 Rear Cover Bolt

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5/16″-18 cover bolt, Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30 and 44, AMC Model 20 and Model 35, Chrysler 9.25 rear, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.2″, 8.5″, 12 bolt passenger car and truck.

Product Features:
  • Cover bolt for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30 and 44, AMC Model 20 and Model 35, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 12 bolt passenger car and truck.
  • 1/2″ head
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Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cup (Part No.S-HM-88610)

Taper Bearing Cup

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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 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.26015)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles

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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 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. This unit has larger bearing journals for added strength & uses heavy-duty carrier bearings & races.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 spline axles
  • 2.73 ratio and up 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
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Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 12 Bolt Car (Part No.55045)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 12 Bolt Car

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12P solid crush sleeve replacement spacer, pinion preload.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 12 bolt passenger car
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.8660S)

Multi Purpose Seal

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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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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55029)

Differential Cover Gasket

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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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Spicer – SPICER U-JOINT (Part No.5-1310-1X)

SPICER U-JOINT

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SPICER U-JOINT

Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up (Part No.20083)

Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up

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$239.99
8.5″ GM standard Open case, 2.73 & up, 28 or 30 spline.

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 or 30 spline axles
  • 2.73 and up ratio only
  • Does not include spider gears
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National – Bearings (Part No.207-L)

Bearings

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$32.99
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
  • 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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Valvoline – MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.VV324)

MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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Product Features:
  • High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks
  • Long-life friction modifiers and premium base oils help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
  • Enhanced cleaning additives help reduce varnish formation and keep the transmission running properly longer
  • Engineered with a unique blend of viscosity modifiers and base oils to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Pro-King – Differential Cover Plug (Part No.742G484)

Differential Cover Plug

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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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National – Wheel Bearing and Seal Kit (Part No.RA-320-B)

Wheel Bearing and Seal Kit

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

Product Features:
  • Spindle bearing and seal kit
  • Includes all components required to complete the repair
  • 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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Driveworks – Axle Repair Bearing (Part No.S-RP-5707)

Axle Repair Bearing

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Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Yukon Gear – 12P, 12T, CI Vet, & 55GM 8460N Redi Sleeve Yoke Saver (Part No.30225)

12P, 12T, CI Vet, & 55GM 8460N Redi Sleeve Yoke Saver

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12P, 12T, CI VET, & 55GM 8460N REDI sleeve yoke saver.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion Redi-sleeve
  • Fits GM 12 bolt passenger car, 12 bolt truck and 1963-1979 Corvette
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Yukon Gear – U/Joint Strap Bolt For 14T, 7.5", And 8.5" GM (Part No.33351)

U/Joint Strap Bolt For 14T, 7.5", And 8.5" GM

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U/joint strap bolt for 14T, 7.5″, and 8.5″ GM.

Product Features:
  • u-joint strap bolt for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck, 7.5″ and 8.5″
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Yukon Gear – Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette (Part No.55002)

Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette

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$59.99
Product Features:
  • Super carrier shim kit for Ford 8.8″, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, GM 8.0″, 8.6″, 8.6″ IRS and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • Interlocking design makes installation much easier
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Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS231230)

Grip LS Traction System

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$480.99
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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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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National – Bearings (Part No.M88010)

Bearings

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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 – 1310, U/Jnt Straps & Bolts, 8.5" Front, 12P & 12T GM (Part No.41196)

1310, U/Jnt Straps & Bolts, 8.5" Front, 12P & 12T GM

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$67.99
1310, U/Jnt straps & bolts, 8.5″ front, 12P & 12T GM.

Product Features:
  • u-joint strap kit
  • Fits GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck and 8.5″ front
  • 1310 u-joint size
  • Includes two straps and four bolts
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Popular 1978 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains Categories

1978 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

You count on your 1978 Pontiac Firebird to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Drivetrains. With 316 Drivetrains ranging in price from $1.99 to $1,153.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1978 Pontiac Firebird.

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Top-Rated Drivetrains Brands For Your 1978 Pontiac Firebird

Trusted Drivetrains OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1978 Pontiac Firebird running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Moog, Driveworks, Felpro, and even more.

Popular National Drivetrains

You’ll find popular National brand products across Transfer Cases and Differentials. All are waiting to get your 1978 Pontiac Firebird back on the road. Some of the top-rated National products in these categories are:
Multi Purpose Seal
from $12.99
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Multi Purpose Seal
Transfer Case Output Shaft Seals
Shaft Repair Sleeve
from $37.99
(1)
Shaft Repair Sleeve
Differential Pinion Pilot Bearings
Shaft Repair Sleeve
from $41.99
(1)
Shaft Repair Sleeve
Transfer Case Output Shaft Bearings

Top-Rated Drivetrains


If are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock brand Drivetrains for your 1978 Pontiac Firebird, and some of our most reviewed parts include:
Differential Cover Gasket
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(195)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

FAQs for 1978 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

What are the most purchased Drivetrains for the 1978 Pontiac Firebird?

Out of 316 Drivetrains for the 1978 Pontiac Firebird, the most popular in our inventory are:
Greaseable Premium Universal Joint
from $26.99
(89)
Greaseable Premium Universal Joint
U-Joints
Taper Bearing Set
from $10.29
(38)
Taper Bearing Set
Differential Bearings
Universal Joint
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(52)
Universal Joint
U-Joints

What are the top-rated 1978 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains?

Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1978 Pontiac Firebird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
from $34.99
(48)
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
“Moog and advanced auto got me out of a bad situation with an amazing part ( u”
Oil Seal
from $5.49
(38)
Oil Seal
“Exact fit , price was good”
Universal Joint Strap Kit
from $11.99
(35)
Universal Joint Strap Kit
“Fit on my 99 gmc sierra 1500 z71 perfect”