1981 Buick LeSabre Differentials

Essential 1981 Buick LeSabre Differentials

Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G673)

Differential Cross Shaft

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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 Mini Spool (Part No.MS12C)

Differential Mini Spool

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$108.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL GM12 BOLT CAR & TRUCK STRANGE # 088430
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Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9207822801)

No-Slip Traction System

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$544.99
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!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 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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    Pro-King – Differential Bearing Cone (Part No.742G255)

    Differential Bearing Cone

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    $19.79
    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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    Richmond Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.78-1028-1)

    Differential Mini Spool

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    $124.99
    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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    Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9207853005)

    No-Slip Traction System

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    $544.99
    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!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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    Dorman – Rear Differential Cover (Part No.697-700)

    Rear Differential Cover

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    $32.99
    This direct replacement differential cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment diff cover for a reliable, leak-free repair. It features a durable design, made to strict specifications, to help ensure reliable service life.

    Product Features:
    • Direct replacement – this differential cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment diff cover on select vehicles
    • Reliable repair – the smart solution for fixing an existing cover that’s rusted, damaged or leaking differential fluid
    • Durable construction – this differential cover is made according to strict engineering standards to help ensure dependability
    • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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    Dorman – Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right (Part No.630-118)

    Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right

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    $189.99
    Axle shaft damaged or bearings worn out? This axle shaft directly replaces the original equipment on certain vehicles, complete with all necessary application-specific installation components.

    Product Features:
    • Direct replacement – this axle shaft replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle years, makes and models
    • Complete kit – each shaft includes critical installation hardware and components needed for specific vehicle applications
    • Durable construction – designed to rigorous standards and tested to ensure performance
    • Trustworthy solution – backed by team of engineers and quality control specialists in the United States
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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99170)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $41.99
    National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

    Product Features:
    • Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
    • Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
    • Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
    • Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
    • Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
    • Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft
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    Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-8611N)

    Oil Seal

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    $7.79
    Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    Pro-King – Differential Pinion Gear Washer (Part No.742G216)

    Differential Pinion Gear Washer

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    $2.59
    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 Carrier Gear Kit (Part No.GM10BI)

    Differential Carrier Gear Kit

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    $111.99


    Product Features:
    • GM10 BOLT 8.5″ 28 SPL INTERNAL KIT (OPEN)
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    Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.4101)

    Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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    $53.99


    Product Features:
    • GM12 BOLT CAR SOLID SPACER & SHIMS
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    ARP Auto Racing – For Use With General Motors, 0.800" Head L, 3/8" – 24 Thread Size, Chrome Moly (Part No.230-3001)

    For Use With General Motors, 0.800"  Head L, 3/8" - 24 Thread Size, Chrome Moly

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    The tremendous shock loads generated at launch by most any drag racing vehicle equipped with todays sticky tire compounds or the acceleration and deceleration of oval track cars put considerable strain on the ring gear. For this reason, the fastener experts at ARP have developed the Pro Series ring gear bolts. They are forged from premium grade 8740 chrome moly steel and are heat treated to a nominal rating of 200,000 PSI tensile strength. Specially hardened, precision ground washers are included where required. Available to fit most any ring gear setup ranging from popular 9 Inch Ford GM 10 and 12 bolt rear ends to the beefy strange differentials found in top fuel and funny car applications.

    Product Features:
    • Forged From Premium Grade 8740 Chrome Moly Steel
    • Heat Treated
    • Nominally Rated At 200,000 Psi Tensile Strength
    • Specially Hardened, Precision Ground Washers
    • 3/8″-24 RH Thread Size
    • 0.8″ Underhead Length
    • 200,000 PSI
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    Motive Gear – Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R7.5GRBMK)

    Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo

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    $111.99
    Motive Gear Differential Bearing Kits Include Front & Rear Pinion Bearing, Pinion Seal, Carrier Bearings, Pilot Bearing Where Applicable, Gear Marking Compound, Crush Sleeve, Pinion Nut, Brush, Thread Locking Compound And Cover Gasket Or Rtv

    Product Features:
    • MASTER BEARING KIT GM7.5 B MODEL CAR 78-87 METRIC HOUSING
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    Pro-King – Crush Sleeve (Part No.741A034)

    Crush Sleeve

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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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    Pro-King – Differential Cover Plug (Part No.742G484)

    Differential Cover Plug

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    $6.59
    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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    Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55029)

    Differential Cover Gasket

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    $7.49
    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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    Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM12IKC)

    Differential Gear Install Kit

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    $64.49


    Product Features:
    • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 12BLT 8.875 CAR
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    National – Bearings (Part No.25584)

    Bearings

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    $29.49
    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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    Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Nut (Part No.1260823)

    Differential Pinion Nut

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    $8.49
    Motive Gear offers some of the toughest drive train components on the market today. If you are looking for the largest line of performance ring and pinion gear options available with gear sets in a wide range of ratios for nearly every application, both o
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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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    Valvoline – VAL EP ATF 6/1 QT (Part No.899179)

    VAL EP ATF 6/1 QT

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    $14.99
    VAL EP ATF 6/1 QT

    Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G930)

    Differential Cross Shaft

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    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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    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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    Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.G875456)

    Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $222.99


    Product Features:
    • GM 10BL 7.5 &7.625 R/P 4.56 MGP
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    Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.GM10-342A)

    Differential Ring and Pinion

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    $235.99


    Product Features:
    • GM 10BL 8.5 R/P 3.42A MG FRT/REAR
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    1981 Buick LeSabre Differentials

    Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Buick LeSabre. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 128 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $551.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Buick LeSabre running smoothly.

    Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 10 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Buick LeSabre. Felpro, National, and Motive 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 1981 Buick LeSabre, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 2,562 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Ring and Pinion with 4.5 stars and Multi Purpose Seal with 4.0 stars.

    So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 1981 Buick LeSabre Last

    Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

    Popular Mr. Gasket Differentials

    We carry Mr. Gasket parts in our stock across Rear Differential Cover Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1981 Buick LeSabre, our most popular Mr. Gasket Differentials include:
    Differential Gasket
    from $15.99
    (1)
    Differential Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

    Top 1981 Buick LeSabre Differentials from Felpro

    Felpro products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1981 Buick LeSabre. Popular Felpro parts include:
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $9.99
    (195)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
    from $7.99
    (45)
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $7.49
    (6)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

    FAQs for 1981 Buick LeSabre Differentials

    What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 Buick LeSabre?

    Out of 128 Differentials for the 1981 Buick LeSabre, the most popular in our inventory are:
    Bearings
    from $16.99
    (25)
    Bearings
    Differential Bearings
    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

    What are the top-rated 1981 Buick LeSabre Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 Buick LeSabre based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Differential Ring and Pinion
    from $241.99
    (4)
    Differential Ring and Pinion
    “Perfect match and easy install”
    Multi Purpose Seal
    from $15.99
    (4)
    Multi Purpose Seal
    “Perfect”
    Differential Carrier Shim Kit
    from $8.49
    (3)
    Differential Carrier Shim Kit
    “worked great”