1981 Chevrolet K20 Drivetrains

Essential 1981 Chevrolet K20 Drivetrains

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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Felpro – DIFFERENTIAL GASKET (Part No.RDS 55075)

DIFFERENTIAL GASKET

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$8.29
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 – Dana 44 / 60 And GM 8.5" Inner Front Disconnect Seal Replacement (Part No.30122)

Dana 44 / 60 And GM 8.5" Inner Front Disconnect Seal Replacement

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$13.99
Inner front disco replacement seal for 4WD Dana 44, Dana 60, and 8.5″ straight axle.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Inner front axle seal
  • Fits Dodge disconnect front with Dana Spicer 44 or 60, reverse rotation Dana Spicer 44 and GM 8.5″
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For Dana 44 Differential (Part No.13020)

Pinion Install Kit For Dana 44 Differential

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$275.99
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 standard rotation Dana Spicer 44 front
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Dorman – Help – U-Joint Bolt Kit (Part No.81002)

U-Joint Bolt Kit

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$6.99
This universal joint U-bolt kit is designed to match the original components required to repair and resecure universal joints on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this universal joint U-bolt kit is designed to match the original components required to repair and resecure universal joints on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for original components that are missing or have failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a 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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Pro-King – Differential Pinion Nut (Part No.744A961)

Differential Pinion Nut

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$10.49
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 – DiffrlPinSupportBolt (Part No.33582)

DiffrlPinSupportBolt

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$5.99
DiffrlPinSupportBolt

National – Bearings (Part No.B-2012)

Bearings

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$22.99
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
  • Available in both caged design and full complement
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Yukon Gear – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56072)

The Carrier Bearing Puller

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$883.99
The Yukon carrier bearing Puller works with an impact gun to quickly and safely remove carrier bearings without damaging them. This unit comes with a handy bench top stand and works with up to one ton applications including Dana 70HD, Dana 80, 10.25″ & 10.5″ Ford, or GM & Chrysler 11.5″ differentials.

Product Features:
  • Carrier bearing puller
  • Works with an impact gun to safely and easliy remove carrrier bearings
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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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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56011)

Bearing Race Driver

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$188.99
Bearing race driver for Dana 60 front, Dana 70U rear, Chrysler 8.75″ with 42 housing, and ’88 and older GM 14T. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits HM803110 race
  • All steel construction
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Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cup (Part No.S-LM-501314)

Taper Bearing Cup

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$7.29
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.5778)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$9.49
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 – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.55067)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$105.99
Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck. This kit contains a solid spacer & shim kit to eliminate the crush sleeve and set pinion bearing preload.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
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National – Bearings (Part No.DB-53313)

Bearings

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$19.99
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
  • Available in both caged design and full complement
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Clutch Set For Dana 44 Powr Lok, Smooth (Part No.16152)

Replacement Clutch Set For Dana 44 Powr Lok, Smooth

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$177.99
Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fit Dana Spicer 44 and Chrysler 8.75″ Powr Lok positraction
  • Smooth design
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National – Wheel Bearing and Seal Kit (Part No.SBK-1)

Wheel Bearing and Seal Kit

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$19.79
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Spindle bearing and seal kit
  • Includes all components required to complete the repair
  • Controlled heat treating process for lasting performance and extended bearing life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS10-28)

Differential Mini Spool

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$98.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL GM 10 BOLT 8 1/2″ 28 SPLINE
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Spicer – SPICER U-JOINT (Part No.5-1310-1X)

SPICER U-JOINT

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$44.99
SPICER U-JOINT

Driveworks – Universal Joint (Part No.DW-371)

Universal Joint

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$20.29
DRIVEWORKS Universal Joints are designed to meet or exceed OE fit, form, and function. These universal joints are set to provide superior quality and easy installation. DRIVEWORKS Universal Joints are constructed from quality materials for extended durability. DRIVEWORKS Universal Joints are pre-lubricated with premium grease to provide a longer service life. The grease fittings are pre-installed to allow for easy maintenance (where applicable).

Product Features:
  • The cross is hot forged for the higher torque and horsepower
  • The bearing cups are made by cold forging, having higher strength and better rigidity
  • Bearig cups allow 360 lubricant distribution to bearing surfaces, and are precision-ground for maximum load-carrying capabilities
  • Lubrication grooves designed to ensure grease penetration to entire journal and needle bearings
  • Grease fitting in the cross allows for easy maintenance and the flexible use of the whole assembly
  • Snap rings are held to strict tolerances to ensure proper cup position and retention
  • Nitrile rubber seals to optimize grease retention and reduce contamination
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Yukon Gear – AxleHubBolt (Part No.33583)

AxleHubBolt

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$5.99
AxleHubBolt

National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.473204)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$10.99
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:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.341022)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$8.49
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:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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Yukon Gear – Power Lok Positraction Internals For Dana 44 And Chysler 8.75" With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.16005)

Power Lok Positraction Internals For Dana 44 And Chysler 8.75" With 30 Spline Axles

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$503.99
Yukon Power Lok positraction replacement internals for Dana 44 and Chysler 8.75″ with 30 spline axles. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. This kit does not include clutches. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fit Dana Spicer 44 and Chrysler 8.75″ Powr Lok positraction
  • Includes two side gears, four pinion gears, cross pin shafts and side gear thrust washers.
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Motive Gear – Axle Shaft (Part No.MG1774)

Axle Shaft

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$168.99
The Motive Gear replacement axle shaft offers an OE-quality axle shaft at a fraction of the OE cost. Manufactured from 1541H material on high-tolerance CNC equipment, this axle shaft is designed to provide a perfect fit every time.

Product Features:
  • AXLE SHAFT 10.5″ 30 SPL. 37 9/16″ R.H.
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National – Bearings (Part No.1210-L)

Bearings

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$89.99
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
  • Controlled heat treating process for lasting performance and extended bearing life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.722108)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$11.79
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:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.3638)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$12.49
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:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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Popular 1981 Chevrolet K20 Drivetrains Categories

1981 Chevrolet K20 Drivetrains

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Top-Rated Drivetrains Brands For Your 1981 Chevrolet K20

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Popular Mr. Gasket Drivetrains

You’ll find popular Mr. Gasket brand products across Differentials. All are waiting to get your 1981 Chevrolet K20 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Mr. Gasket products in these categories are:
Differential Gasket
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Differential Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

FAQs for 1981 Chevrolet K20 Drivetrains

What are the most purchased Drivetrains for the 1981 Chevrolet K20?

Out of 506 Drivetrains for the 1981 Chevrolet K20, the most popular in our inventory are:
Differential Cover Gasket
from $9.99
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Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
Universal Joint
from $20.29
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Universal Joint
U-Joints
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
from $36.99
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Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
U-Joints

What are the top-rated 1981 Chevrolet K20 Drivetrains?

Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1981 Chevrolet K20 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
from $47.99
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Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
“Great”
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
from $32.99
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Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
“grease fitting I like location dont like needle design to grease should be regular design fitting”
Universal Joint
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Universal Joint
“Would definitely recommend buying again.”