1981 Ford Mustang Differential Axle Shafts

Your 1981 Ford Mustang might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Differential Axle Shafts you desperately need.

We currently carry 4 Differential Axle Shafts to choose from for your 1981 Ford Mustang, and our inventory prices range from as little as $175.99 up to $242.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 3 different trusted brands of Differential Axle Shafts for the 1981 Ford Mustang. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Dorman so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

Have parts delivered straight to your home, or find the nearest Advance Auto Parts store to check out our Differential Axle Shafts stock in-person!

Differential Axle Shafts for Your 1981 Ford Mustang

Dorman – Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right (Part No.630-228)

Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right

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$242.99
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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USA Standard Gear – Axle For ’83-’92 2WD & 4WD Ford Ranger, Left Hand Side (Part No.35007)

Axle For '83-'92 2WD & 4WD Ford Ranger, Left Hand Side

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$175.99
USA Standard Axle for ’83-’92 2WD & 4WD Ford Ranger, left hand side. 29 5/32″ long, 5 lug, 28 spline.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1983-1992 Ford 7.5″ rear in Ford Ranger
  • Left hand side
  • 28 spline
  • 29 5-32″ long
  • 5 lug
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Yukon Gear – 1541H Alloy 4 Lug Rear Axle For 7.5" And 8.8" Ford Thunderbird, Cougar, Or Mustang (Part No.21179)

1541H Alloy 4 Lug Rear Axle For 7.5" And 8.8" Ford Thunderbird, Cougar, Or Mustang

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$234.99
Yukon 1541H alloy 4 lug rear axle for 7.5″ and 8.8″ Ford Thunderbird, Cougar, or Mustang with a length of 29-1/4″ inches and 28 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 axle.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1979-1993 Mustang, Thunderbird and Cougar
  • 28 spline
  • 29 1/4″ long
  • 4 lug
  • Will not work in Mustang Cobra applications
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USA Standard Gear – Axle For Ford Mustang, Thunderbird & Cougar (Part No.35105)

Axle For Ford Mustang, Thunderbird & Cougar

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$177.99
USA Standard axle for Ford Mustang, Thunderbird & Cougar. 29 1/4″ long, 28 spline, 4 lug.

Product Features:
  • 28 spline
  • 4 lug
  • 29.25″ long
  • Fits Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″ in 1979-1993 Mustang
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FAQs for 1981 Ford Mustang Differential Axle Shafts

What are the most popular Differential Axle Shafts for the 1981 Ford Mustang?

With 3 brands you can trust, our most popular Differential Axle Shafts for the 1981 Ford Mustang parts are:
Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right
from $242.99
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Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right
Differential Axle Shafts
Axle For '83-'92 2WD & 4WD Ford Ranger, Left Hand Side
from $175.99
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Axle For ’83-’92 2WD & 4WD Ford Ranger, Left Hand Side
Differential Axle Shafts
Axle For Ford Mustang, Thunderbird & Cougar
from $177.99
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Axle For Ford Mustang, Thunderbird & Cougar
Differential Axle Shafts