1979 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Essential 1979 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

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 – 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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Yukon Gear – Fine Thread Pinion Support Bolt (Aftermarket Aluminum Only) For 9" Ford (Part No.33243)

Fine Thread Pinion Support Bolt (Aftermarket Aluminum Only) For 9" Ford

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$5.99
Fine thread pinion support bolt (aftermarket aluminum only) for 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Pinion support bolt for Ford 9″
  • 3/8″ x 24 thread
  • 1.5″ long
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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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Yukon Gear – Side Gear And Thrust Washer (0.875" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33300)

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

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

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.875″ diameter cross pin shaft applications only
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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 – 14 Plate Carbon Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron ‘Vette (Part No.16041)

14 Plate Carbon Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron 'Vette

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$404.99
Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″, 1963-1979 Corvette, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″ Dura Grip positraction
  • 14 piece kit
  • Carbon fiber clutches
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Yukon Gear – O-Ring For 9" Ford (Part No.30028)

O-Ring For 9" Ford

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$14.99
O-ring for 9″ Ford.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion support o-ring
  • Fits Ford 9″
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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 9", 31 Spline, 4-Pinion Design (Part No.39018)

Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 9", 31 Spline, 4-Pinion Design

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$249.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits Ford 9″ 31 spline open differential
  • Includes two side gears, four pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pins and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33297)

Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford

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$8.99
Pinion gear thrust washer (0.750″ shaft) for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • 0.750″ I.D.
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Yukon Gear – 9" Ford Pinion Nut, 35 Spline Large Pinion Oversize (Part No.33161)

9" Ford Pinion Nut, 35 Spline Large Pinion Oversize

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$26.99
9″ Ford pinion nut, 35 spline Large pinion oversize.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut
  • Fits Ford 9″ with 35 spline pinion
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Yukon Gear – 8.0Irs Ford Crush Sleeve (Part No.33131)

8.0Irs Ford Crush Sleeve

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$22.99
8.0IRS Ford crush sleeve. Approx 0.510″ long.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve
  • Fits Ford 8.0″ IRS
  • 0.510″ tall
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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 Ring Gear Bolt Washer For 8" And 9" Ford (Part No.33245)

Trac Loc Ring Gear Bolt Washer For 8" And 9" Ford

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$3.99
Trac Loc ring gear bolt washer for 8″ and 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For Trac Loc positraction applications only
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National – Bearings (Part No.M88010)

Bearings

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$10.49
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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National – Bearings (Part No.HM89443)

Bearings

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$38.49
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 – 3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil (Part No.15002)

3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil

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$44.99
3 Qt. Penzoil 80W90 conventional gear Oil.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of conventional oil
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Yukon Gear – 7.5" Ford Notched Cross Pin Shaft (Part No.33430)

7.5" Ford Notched Cross Pin Shaft

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$84.99
7.5″ Ford notched cross pin shaft. Not Auburn gear. This cross pin shaft is not compatible with Powertrax Lock Rights or Spartan Lockers.

Product Features:
  • Notched cross pin shaft for Ford 7.5″
  • 3.73 and up ratios
  • Not compatible with Spartan Locker or Powertrax Lock Right
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Yukon Gear – Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.33516)

Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Trac Loc spring for Ford 8.8″
  • 31 spline applications only
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USA Standard Gear – Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 7.5" In A 3.08 Ratio (Part No.36113)

Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 7.5" In A 3.08 Ratio

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$345.99
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 Ford 7.5″
  • 7.50″ ring gear diameter
  • 28 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 3.08 ratio
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc For Ford 9" Wtih 31 Spline Axles – Street Design (Part No.26010)

Trac Loc For Ford 9" Wtih 31 Spline Axles - Street Design

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$789.99
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 31 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 – Pilot Bearing For Ford 9" (Part No.18042)

Pilot Bearing For Ford 9"

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$38.99
8.6″ GM 99-08 PINION Bearing & SEAL KIT .

Product Features:
  • Pilot bearing
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 0.656″ thick
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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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Yukon Gear – Extra HD 3.062" Nodular Iron Dropout For Ford 9" (Part No.32099)

Extra HD 3.062" Nodular Iron Dropout For Ford 9"

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$615.99
Yukon Extra HD 3.062″ nodular Iron dropout for Ford 9″. Yukon nodular iron dropouts feature a 5/8″ cap bolt and forged caps for maximum strength. Rated up to 1200HP!

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 3.062″ carrier race diameter
  • Nodular iron for added strength
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.F8.8IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$35.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT FORD 8.8
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Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G930)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$2.79
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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Yukon Gear – Bearing Install Kit For Ford 9" Differential, LM102910 Bearings (Part No.11043)

Bearing Install Kit For Ford 9" Differential, LM102910 Bearings

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$226.99
Yukon Bearing installation kits are perfect for shops & builders who have shims on the shelf and are looking to save cost over a Master Overhaul kit. This kit uses carrier bearings & races with an I.D. of 1.780″ and an O.D. of 2.891″. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with all high quality small parts. kit includes carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pilot bearing, pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), marking compound and 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 ring & pinion set.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with LM102910 carrier race
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pilot bearing, pinion seal, crush sleeve , marking compound and brush.
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1979 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 307 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $1,211.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 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 1979 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 1979 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 66 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 1979 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 1979 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 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 1979 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Felpro Differentials include:
Differential Carrier Gasket
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(9)
Differential Carrier Gasket
Automatic Transmission Differential Carrier Gaskets

Top 1979 Ford Thunderbird Differentials from National

National products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1979 Ford Thunderbird. Popular National parts include:
Bearings
from $15.99
(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 1979 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1979 Ford Thunderbird?

Out of 307 Differentials for the 1979 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
from $5.99
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 1979 Ford Thunderbird Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1979 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”