1979 GMC C1500 Differentials

Essential 1979 GMC C1500 Differentials

Yukon Gear – Mini Spool For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.32232)

Mini Spool For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles

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$165.99
10 bolt Mini Spool for 8.5″ GM with 28 spline axles. Mini spools are a low-cost traction option for vehicles looking for full-time lockup. The mini spool installs into a standard open carrier and give 100% power to both tires at all times. These units are not recommended for street-driven vehicles. We recommend full spools for vehicles with large tires or high horsepower. These units come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 spline axles
  • Installs into a standard open carrier case
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Gear Kit (Part No.GM8.6BI)

Differential Carrier Gear Kit

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$115.99


Product Features:
  • GM8.6″ INTERNAL KIT (OPEN) 30 SPL.
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Yukon Gear – Differential Cover B (Part No.33572)

Differential Cover B

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$7.99
Differential Cover B

National – Bearings (Part No.JLM506849A)

Bearings

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$38.99
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
  • 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 – Pinion Nut Washer (Part No.33167)

Pinion Nut Washer

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$14.99
Pinion nut washer for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.6″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ & 9.5″.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut washer for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.625″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ and 9.5″.
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Yukon Gear – 30 Spline Standard Open Loaded Carrier Case, GM 8.6" (Part No.20098)

30 Spline Standard Open Loaded Carrier Case, GM 8.6"

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$481.99
GM 8.6″ 30 spline standard open loaded carrier. Complete differential case with internals.

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case and spiders
  • Fits GM 8.6″
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Yukon Gear – 1541H Alloy 5 Lug Rear Axle For ’71-’81 GM 12T 2WD (Part No.21257)

1541H Alloy 5 Lug Rear Axle For '71-'81 GM 12T 2WD

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$269.99
Yukon 1541H alloy 5 lug rear axle for ’71-’81 GM 12T 2WD with a length of 31-7/16 inches and 30 splines. Yukon 1541H alloy axles offer a strength increase over stock while retaining a low cost. Yukon 1541H alloy rear axles come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.This is a C-clip.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1970-1981 GM 12 bolt truck with 2 wheel drive
  • 30 spline
  • 31 7/16″ long
  • 5 lug
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Dorman – Help – Differential Shaft Lock Bolt (Part No.81048)

Differential Shaft Lock Bolt

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$5.99
This differential pinion shaft lock bolt 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 differential pinion shaft lock bolt matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this bolt 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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USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for ’97-’13 GM 9.5" Differential (Part No.37073)

Master Overhaul Kit for '97-'13 GM 9.5" Differential

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$431.99
USA Standard Master Overhaul kits let you finish your install with confidence. This kit uses Koyo bearings and races. Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), threading locking compound, marking compound with brush and gasket.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1998 and up GM 9.5″
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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Yukon Gear – Chrome Cover For GM 12 Bolt Truck (Part No.32012)

Chrome Cover For GM 12 Bolt Truck

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$64.99
Chrome cover for GM 12T.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 12 bolt truck
  • Chrome
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Yukon Gear – 10 Bolt Open Spider Gear Set For ’00-’06 8.6" GM With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.16056)

10 Bolt Open Spider Gear Set For '00-'06 8.6" GM With 30 Spline Axles

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$207.99
10 Bolt open spider gear set for ’00-’06 8.6″ GM with 30 spline axles. Fits case with one large window and one small window. A new carrier case will be needed for ’99 vehicles in order to use this spider gear set. This spider gear set fits casting number 7875 & 1073.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits 2000-2006 GM 8.6″ open differential
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Star Washer For GM 12 Bolt Posi Cross Pin Bolt (Part No.33348)

Star Washer For GM 12 Bolt Posi Cross Pin Bolt

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$5.99
Star washer for GM 12 bolt posi cross pin bolt.

Product Features:
  • Star washer
  • Fits GM 12 bolt passenger car
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Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.80-0272-1)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$66.99
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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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.1100)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$7.49
High-quality Differential Component Shim

Product Features:
  • SHIM KIT FITS-8.25-F7.5-AMC20-GM0
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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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$10.99
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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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 9.5" With 33 Spline Axles (Part No.26025)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 9.5" With 33 Spline Axles

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$1025.00
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.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 9.5″
  • 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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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 – Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential (Part No.13069)

Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential

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$173.99
Yukon Pinion installation kits are a terrific solution for gear installation on lower mileage vehicles where the carrier bearings & races can be reused. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with a high quality pinion seal and small parts. Included in this kit are the pinion bearings and races, pilot bearing (if applicable), crush sleeve (if applicable), complete pinion shim kit, pinion nut, thread locker, and marking compound with 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 pinion gear.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ rear
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Yukon Gear – Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 9.5" GM (Part No.16059)

Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 9.5" GM

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$47.99
Eaton positraction shim kit for 9.5″ GM.

Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ Eaton positraction
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM12IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$69.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 12BLT 8.875 TRUCK
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Yukon Gear – GM 12 Bolt Truck Crush Sleeve (Part No.33105)

GM 12 Bolt Truck Crush Sleeve

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$11.99
GM 12 bolt truck crush sleeve, 2.350″ long.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve for GM 12 bolt truck
  • 2.350″ tall
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Pro-King – Pinion Nut (Part No.740A961)

Pinion Nut

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$3.99
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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Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS201030)

Grip LS Traction System

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$503.99
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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Timken – Differential Pinion (Part No.J7020434676TIM)

Differential Pinion

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$49.68
Differential Pinion

Pro-King – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.742G303A)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$31.49
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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Mr. Gasket – Differential Gasket (Part No.84B)

Differential Gasket

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$18.09
Mr. Gasket Axle Housing/Differential Cover or Rear End Gaskets are manufactured from a .047 inch thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material for excellent sealing and durability. They are precision die-cut for an excellent fit. Fits 1964-1970 Chevrolet 8.2 inch 10 bolt & 1970-1981 GM 8.5 inch ring gear

Product Features:
  • .047″ thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material
  • Precision die cut
  • Reusable
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National – Bearings (Part No.HM804810)

Bearings

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$28.99
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
  • 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.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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1979 GMC C1500 Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 GMC C1500. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 284 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $1,674.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 GMC C1500 running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 13 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1979 GMC C1500. Valvoline, Felpro, and Yukon Gear 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 GMC C1500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 8,701 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Ring And Pinion with 4.2 stars and Bearings with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1979 GMC C1500 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 GMC C1500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 GMC C1500 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 C1500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

FAQs for 1979 GMC C1500 Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1979 GMC C1500?

Out of 284 Differentials for the 1979 GMC C1500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Differential Cover Gasket
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(195)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
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(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolts
3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
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3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 1979 GMC C1500 Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1979 GMC C1500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Differential Ring And Pinion
from $342.99
(23)
Differential Ring And Pinion
“So far so good.”
Bearings
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(9)
Bearings
“as advertised”
Differential Ring And Pinion
from $350.99
(7)
Differential Ring And Pinion
“Great spark plugs.”