1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrains

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Keep Your 1979 Ford LTD II 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 1979 Ford LTD II looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Ring and Pinions and Performance Posi Units and Components. 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.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrain at Advance Auto Parts is around $301.13, with a range that starts at $31.99 and goes up to $577.99. With 22 options in stock from 3 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Differential Mini Spool, Lock Right Locker, and Performance Differential Ring and Pinion start at just $31.99 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 Distributors and Performance Fuel Systems. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1979 Ford LTD II in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrains

Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1820-LR)

Lock Right Locker

from

$442.99
The Powertrax Lock-Right ultra-strength alloy locker’s straight-line performance is equal to a solid spool, but automatically unlocks in turns. Best suited for extreme off-road to severe on-road use, Powertrax Lock Right lockers replace the spider gears in your open differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. The whole job can be done in your driveway in a couple of hours, pin included! 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!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.
  • Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.
  • Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.
  • Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
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    Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS9-31)

    Differential Mini Spool

    from

    $31.99


    Product Features:
    • MINI SPOOL 8″ & 9″ 31 SPLN STL 090431
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890300)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $262.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 9″ R & P 3:00 RATIO
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890375)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $334.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.75 MGP
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0179-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $344.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0067-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $360.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890600)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $243.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 6.00 MGP
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    Motive Gear – PRO Gear Lightweight Differential Ring And Pinion – Small Pinion (Part No.F990543SP)

    PRO Gear Lightweight Differential Ring And Pinion - Small Pinion

    from

    $441.99


    Product Features:
    • R&P FORD 9″ 5.43, 9310 SMALL PIN 28 SPL. PRO
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0369-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $577.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890350)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $216.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.50 MGP
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0288-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $379.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0027-1)

    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.F890325)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $262.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.25 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890583)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.83 MGP
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    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0069-1)

    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

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890457)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $221.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.57 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890543)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $225.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.43 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890529)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.29 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890650)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 6.50 MGP
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    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0361-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $342.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890430)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $246.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.30 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890370)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $251.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.70 MGP
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    Most Popular Performance Ring and Pinions for 1979 Ford LTD IIs

    Enhance your 1979 Ford LTD II with one of the 20 Performance Ring and Pinions we have in stock, starting at just $216.99.

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0027-1)

    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 – RngPnn (Part No.69-0369-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $577.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – PRO Gear Lightweight Differential Ring And Pinion – Small Pinion (Part No.F990543SP)

    PRO Gear Lightweight Differential Ring And Pinion - Small Pinion

    from

    $441.99


    Product Features:
    • R&P FORD 9″ 5.43, 9310 SMALL PIN 28 SPL. PRO
    See More

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0288-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $379.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.69-0069-1)

    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.69-0067-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $360.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0179-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $344.99
    RngPnn

    Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0361-1)

    RngPnn

    from

    $342.99
    RngPnn

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890375)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $334.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.75 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890300)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $262.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 9″ R & P 3:00 RATIO
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890325)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $262.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.25 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890370)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $251.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.70 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890430)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $246.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.30 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890600)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $243.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 6.00 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890650)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 6.50 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890529)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.29 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890583)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $241.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.83 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890543)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $225.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 5.43 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890457)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $221.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.57 MGP
    See More

    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890350)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

    from

    $216.99


    Product Features:
    • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.50 MGP
    See More

    Best-Selling 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Posi Units and Components

    Upgrade your LTD II with one of our 2 best-selling Performance Posi Units and Components.

    Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS9-31)

    Differential Mini Spool

    from

    $31.99


    Product Features:
    • MINI SPOOL 8″ & 9″ 31 SPLN STL 090431
    See More

    Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1820-LR)

    Lock Right Locker

    from

    $442.99
    The Powertrax Lock-Right ultra-strength alloy locker’s straight-line performance is equal to a solid spool, but automatically unlocks in turns. Best suited for extreme off-road to severe on-road use, Powertrax Lock Right lockers replace the spider gears in your open differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. The whole job can be done in your driveway in a couple of hours, pin included! 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!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
    See More

    FAQs for 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrains

    What are the best-selling Performance Drivetrains for 1979 Ford LTD IIs?

    Out of 22 Performance Drivetrains that fit 1979 Ford LTD IIs, the following parts are the top sellers:

    What’s the price range for 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrains?

    The prices of Performance Drivetrains for the 1979 Ford LTD II range from $31.99 up to $577.99 for the most premium parts.

    What is the average price of a Performance Drivetrain for a 1979 Ford LTD II?

    The average price for Performance Drivetrains for the 1979 Ford LTD II is $301.13. 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.

    What are the cheapest Performance Drivetrains for my 1979 Ford LTD II?

    The cheapest 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrains we carry are:

    Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for any other 1979 Ford models?

    What are the top-rated Performance Drivetrains that fit the 1979 Ford LTD II?

    The one 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrain we have in stock is the Differential Mini Spool. It costs $31.99.

    What types of Performance Drivetrains do you sell for my 1979 Ford LTD II?

    As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Drivetrains for a 1979 Ford LTD II:

    Can I get help with 1979 Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrain orders?

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

    What is your return policy for Ford LTD II Performance Drivetrains?

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