1979 Ford Ranchero Performance Drivetrains

Keep Your 1979 Ford Ranchero 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 Ranchero looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Ring and Pinions. 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 Ranchero Performance Drivetrain at Advance Auto Parts is around $366.83, with a range that starts at $22.79 and goes up to $577.99. With 14 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims, RngPnn, and RngPnn start at just $22.79 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 Ranchero in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1979 Ford Ranchero Performance Drivetrains

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F880340)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$272.99


Product Features:
  • R&P FORD 8″ – 3.40 RATIO
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0179-1)

RngPnn

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$344.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0369-1)

RngPnn

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$577.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.4105)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$22.79


Product Features:
  • FORD 9″ SOLID SPACER KIT
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890350)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$216.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.50 MGP
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Richmond Gear – Differential Ring And Pinion (Part No.49-0027-1)

Differential Ring And Pinion

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$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.
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0177-1)

RngPnn

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$344.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0161-1)

RngPnn

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$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
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0379-1)

RngPnn

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$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

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$441.99


Product Features:
  • R&P FORD 9″ 5.43, 9310 SMALL PIN 28 SPL. PRO
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F890430)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$246.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 4.30 MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0064-1)

RngPnn

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$333.99
RngPnn

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

RngPnn

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$379.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0290-1)

RngPnn

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$379.99
RngPnn

Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F880355)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$244.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 8.0 R/P 3.55 MGP
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0284-1)

RngPnn

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$577.99
RngPnn

Most Popular Performance Ring and Pinions for 1979 Ford Rancheros

Enhance your 1979 Ford Ranchero with one of the 14 Performance Ring and Pinions we have in stock, starting at just $22.79.

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 – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.4105)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

from

$22.79


Product Features:
  • FORD 9″ SOLID SPACER KIT
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0369-1)

RngPnn

from

$577.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0284-1)

RngPnn

from

$577.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0379-1)

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

RngPnn

from

$379.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0290-1)

RngPnn

from

$379.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0177-1)

RngPnn

from

$344.99
RngPnn

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

RngPnn

from

$344.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0161-1)

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
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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.F890350)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

from

$216.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 9.0 R/P 3.50 MGP
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FAQs for 1979 Ford Ranchero Performance Drivetrains

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

Out of 14 Performance Drivetrains that fit 1979 Ford Rancheros, the following parts are the top sellers:

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

The prices of Performance Drivetrains for the 1979 Ford Ranchero range from $22.79 up to $577.99 for the most premium parts.

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

The average price for Performance Drivetrains for the 1979 Ford Ranchero is $366.83. 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.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Drivetrains for other Ford Ranchero model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Drivetrains for 21 model years of Ford Rancheros between 1957 and 1978. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Drivetrain purchases: 1978, 1977, 1976, 1975, 1974, 1973, 1972, 1971, and 1970.

What are the cheapest Performance Drivetrains for my 1979 Ford Ranchero?

The cheapest 1979 Ford Ranchero 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 Ranchero?

The one 1979 Ford Ranchero Performance Drivetrain we have in stock is the Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims. It costs $22.79.

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

We currently have just 1 Performance Drivetrain in stock for a 1979 Ford Ranchero, and as of 11/2/25, it is a Performance Ring and Pinion.

Can I get help with 1979 Ford Ranchero 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 Ranchero Performance Drivetrains?

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