1980 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Essential 1980 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential (Part No.13049)

Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential

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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 Ford 9″ with Daytona pinion support
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve eliminator , complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For Ford 8.8" & 7.5" (Part No.55040)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For Ford 8.8" & 7.5"

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$96.99
2 piece solid spacer for Ford 8.8 and 7.5.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″
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Yukon Gear – 8.5" & 8.2" GM Carrier Installation Kit (Part No.57008)

8.5" & 8.2" GM Carrier Installation Kit

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$109.99
Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for GM 8.2″ & 8.5″ differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 7.5″, 7.625″ 8.2″ and 8.5″
  • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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Yukon Gear – 1310 And 1330 U/Bolt Kit (2 U-Bolts And 4 Nuts) For 9" Ford (Part No.41112)

1310 And 1330 U/Bolt Kit (2 U-Bolts And 4 Nuts) For 9" Ford

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$18.99
1310 and 1330 U/bolt kit (2 U-bolts and 4 nuts) for 9″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • u-joint u-bolt kit
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 1310 and 1330 u-joint size
  • Includes two u-bolts and four nuts
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Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1810-LR)

Lock Right Locker

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$339.99
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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    Yukon Gear – Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33058)

    Ford 8" & 9" Standard Open, Ag, & Detroit Locker Ring Gear Bolt

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    $5.99
    Ford 8″ & 9″ standard Open, AG, & Detroit locker ring gear bolt. 7/16″ head, .925″ long.

    Product Features:
    • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
    • For use with standard open carrier, Auburn Gear limited slip and Detroit Locker
    • 7/16″ head
    • .925″ long
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    Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.761A717)

    Differential Internal Nest Kit

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    $309.99
    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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    Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F8.8-488)

    Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $329.99


    Product Features:
    • FORD 10BL 8.8 R/P 4.88
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33154)

    Pinion Nut

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    $7.99
    Pinion nut for Ford 7.5″, 8″, 8.8″, 9 3/8″ & 9″. 1 1/6″ socket, 3/4″ x 20 thread.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion nut for Ford 7.5″, 8″ and 9″
    • 3/4″ x 20 thread
    • 1 1/6″ socket
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    Mr. Gasket – Differential Gasket (Part No.142)

    Differential Gasket

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    $20.49
    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.

    Product Features:
    • .047″ thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material
    • Precision die cut
    • Reusable
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    Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil – 4 Quarts (Part No.15004)

    Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil - 4 Quarts

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    $137.99
    Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil. 4 Quarts.

    Product Features:
    • Includes four quarts of Redline Shockproof oil
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    Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.F9IKN)

    Differential Gear Install Kit

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    $46.49
    All Motive Gear products are engineered for their specific application and manufactured in state of the art facilities. All of our products undergo rigid quality control processes to insure proper fit, performance and longevity. Motive Gear products can be found in the winners circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, SODA, SCORE, BITD, Ultra-4 and NASCAR events because we offer unmatched selection and quality demanded by racers and their crew chiefs – the same quality and selection demanded by DIY customers and top mechanics. With four warehouses strategically located across North America, most Motive Gear orders arrive within 2-4 days. Win with Motive Gear!
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    Yukon Gear – Dropout Housing Stud For Ford 8" & 9" (Part No.32338)

    Dropout Housing Stud For Ford 8" & 9"

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    $7.99
    Product Features:
    • Housing stud
    • Fits Ford 8″ and 9″
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    USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 9" LM603011 Differential with Solid Spacer (Part No.37037)

    Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 9" LM603011 Differential with Solid Spacer

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    $236.99
    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 Ford 9″ with LM603011 carrier races
    • 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, pilot bearing, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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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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    National – Bearings (Part No.LM102910)

    Bearings

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    $6.99
    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 – 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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    Spectre – Differential Cover (Part No.6073)

    Differential Cover

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    $52.99
    Spectre’s Differential Covers are made to OEM specifications and are triple chrome plated for a lasting shine. Designed to protect the intricate moving parts of the differential, Spectre’s covers add an extra layer of protection to the vehicle’s underside. Featuring a 10-bolt design and fits the following vehicles with 7.5 inch ring gears: 1979-2003 Ford Mustang/Capri V8, 1982-2003 Ford Ranger, 1984-1997 Ford Aerostar, 1982-1992 Ford Bronco II, and 1994-2003 Mazda 2300/3000 differentials. Includes 10 SAE standard chrome bolts for installation. You’ll need to supply your own bolts if your application requires metric bolts.

    Product Features:
    • 10 chrome 5/16 inch -18 x 3/4 inch differential cover bolts
    • 10-bolt design
    • Triple chrome plated for a lasting shine
    • Precision engineered for a perfect fit
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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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    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 – Pinion Seal For 7.5", 8.8", And 9.75" Ford, And Also 1985-’86 9" Ford (Part No.30037)

    Pinion Seal For 7.5", 8.8", And 9.75" Ford, And Also 1985-'86 9" Ford

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    Pinion seal for 7.5″, 8.8″, and 9.75″ Ford, and also 1985-’86 9″ Ford.Yukon Mighty seal.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion seal
    • Fits Ford 7.5″, 8.8″ and some 9.75″
    • 2.785″ O.D.
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    Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55393)

    Differential Cover Gasket

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    $6.49
    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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    Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Spring For Ford 7.5" (Part No.33514)

    Trac Loc Spring For Ford 7.5"

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    $67.99
    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 Dura Grip uses a nodular case and forged 4320 in

    Product Features:
    • Trac Loc spring
    • Fits Ford 7.5″
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    Yukon Gear – Cover Bolt For Ford 7.5", 8.8" & 9.75" (Part No.33554)

    Cover Bolt For Ford 7.5", 8.8" & 9.75"

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    Yukon 1541H alloy replacement rear axle for Dana 60, 70, and 80, 35 spline. (40″ to 43.5″) Full float axle (8×3.96″ ). 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 full-floating axle.

    Product Features:
    • 35 spline
    • 8 x 3.96″ bolt pattern
    • Cut to length design fits 40″-43.5″ applications
    • Fits Dana Spicer 60, 70 and 80
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    National – Bearings (Part No.R-1535-TAV)

    Bearings

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    $41.99
    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
    • High radial load capacity makes them suitable for high speed applications
    • Industry leading coverage
    • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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    Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56023)

    Bearing Race Driver

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    $219.99
    Bearing race driver. No return.

    Product Features:
    • Bearing race driver
    • Fits M88010 race
    • All steel construction
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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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    Yukon Gear – 8" & 9" Ford 5-Tab Clutches (Part No.16028)

    8" & 9" Ford 5-Tab Clutches

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    $374.99
    8″ & 9″ Ford 5-Tab clutches (early Equalock).

    Product Features:
    • Clutch kit
    • Fit Ford 9″ Equa Loc positraction
    • 5 outer tabs
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    Motive Gear – Differential Clutch Pack (Part No.F8.8CPK)

    Differential Clutch Pack

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    $123.99


    Product Features:
    • CLUTCH PACK KIT 8.8″ FORD 1 KIT PER UNIT
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    1980 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

    Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1980 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 96 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $789.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1980 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

    Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 12 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1980 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 1980 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 219 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Taper Bearing Cone with 3.0 stars and Shaft Repair Sleeve with 5.0 stars.

    So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1980 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 1980 Ford Thunderbird Last

    Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1980 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 Powertrax Differentials

    We carry Powertrax parts in our stock across Differential Open Unit and Components categories, plus more. For a 1980 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Powertrax Differentials include:
    Lock Right Locker
    from $444.99
    (1)
    Lock Right Locker
    Differential Open Unit and Components

    Top 1980 Ford Thunderbird Differentials from National

    National products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1980 Ford Thunderbird. Popular National parts include:
    Multi Purpose Seal
    from $11.99
    (28)
    Multi Purpose Seal
    Differential Pinion Seals
    Bearings
    from $15.99
    (9)
    Bearings
    Front Differential Pinion Bearings
    Bearings
    from $10.49
    (4)
    Bearings
    Rear Differential Pinion Bearings

    FAQs for 1980 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

    What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1980 Ford Thunderbird?

    Out of 96 Differentials for the 1980 Ford Thunderbird, the most popular in our inventory are:
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
    from $5.99
    (11)
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
    Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolts
    3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
    from $44.99
    This product is not rated
    3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
    Differential Oil
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $6.49
    (13)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

    What are the top-rated 1980 Ford Thunderbird Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your 1980 Ford Thunderbird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Taper Bearing Cone
    from $17.99
    (2)
    Taper Bearing Cone
    “good deal”
    Shaft Repair Sleeve
    from $37.99
    (1)
    Shaft Repair Sleeve
    “Very delicate piece, but came shipped quite safely and not damaged. High quality.”
    Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
    from $112.99
    (1)
    Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo
    “perfect product”