1981 Ford Mustang Differentials

Essential 1981 Ford Mustang Differentials

Yukon Gear – Forged Yoke For Ford 9" With 35 Spline Pinion And A 1350 U/Joint Size (Part No.41065)

Forged Yoke For Ford 9" With 35 Spline Pinion And A 1350 U/Joint Size

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$209.99
Yukon forged yoke for Ford 9″ with 35 spline pinion and a 1350 U/joint size (stronger than billet). 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″
  • 35 spline
  • 1350 u-joint size
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.188″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • U-bolt style
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Yukon Gear – Ford 8" & 9" Tracloc Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33044)

Ford 8" & 9" Tracloc Ring Gear Bolt

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$4.99
Ford 8″ & 9″ TracLoc ring gear bolt, 1-1/4″ long.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Ford 8″ and 9″
  • For use with Trac Loc limited slip
  • 1.25″ long
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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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Mr. Gasket – Rear End Gasket – Ford 9" – Blend Of Nitrile Rubber And Fiber For Excellent Sealing And Durability (Part No.82)

Rear End Gasket - Ford 9" - Blend Of Nitrile Rubber And Fiber For Excellent Sealing And Durability

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$21.79
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 1957-1981 Ford 10 bolt 9 inch ring gear.

Product Features:
  • .047″ thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material
  • Precision die cut
  • Reusable
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Pro-King – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.742G200A)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$18.49
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 – Grizzly Locker, Ford 9" With 35 Splines, For Use With Load Bolt Dropout (Part No.28012)

Grizzly Locker, Ford 9" With 35 Splines, For Use With Load Bolt Dropout

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$993.99
The Yukon Grizzly Locker is the ultimate in locking differentials for street, off-road, & drag racing. Grizzly Lockers provide 100% power to both tires, while still allowing for disengagement while negotiating turns. The Yukon Grizzly locker is a mechanical locking differential. It features a forged case and 8620 internals for maximum strength. It’s patented design reduces common locker failures. All units assembled in the USA! This unit has been machined for use in dropouts with a load-bolt. All Grizzly Lockers are backed by the best warranty in the business! Yukon covers the replacement unit and covers any collaterally damaged parts and associated labor, up to $2,000! This locker also fits 9.5″ & 10″ dropouts.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 9″ with 35 spline axles and loadbolt housing
  • Patented internal design reduces common locker failures
  • 8620 internals for added strength
  • Assembled in the USA
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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.762B717)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$239.99
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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Yukon Gear – Differential Pinion (Part No.33577)

Differential Pinion

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$44.99
Differential Pinion

Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.79-0060-1)

RngPnn

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$613.99
RngPnn

Yukon Gear – Carrier Installation Kit For Ford 8.8" Differential (Part No.57007)

Carrier Installation Kit For Ford 8.8" Differential

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$134.99
Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for Ford 8.8″ differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil – 3 Quarts (Part No.15000)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil - 3 Quarts

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$99.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil. 3 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of Redline Shockproof oil
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Dorman – Help – Pinion Crush Sleeves (Part No.81056)

Pinion Crush Sleeves

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$5.99
This differential crush sleeve is designed to match the fit and function of the original sleeve on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential crush sleeve is designed to match the fit and function of the original sleeve on specified vehicles
  • Required replacement – when servicing the differential
  • 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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Dorman – Differential Clutch Kit (Part No.697-780)

Differential Clutch Kit

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$262.99
This differential disc kit is a low-cost, time-saving repair solution for the posi-traction function. They are designed to match the fit and performance of the original disc on specific vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential clutch kit provides the necessary components for repairing the original equipment on specific vehicles
  • Quality materials – all components are built for reliable longevity and performance
  • Smart solution – provides original equipment fit and function for a competitive price compared to original manufacturer
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States
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Yukon Gear – Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 31 Spline Axles (Part No.16016)

Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 31 Spline Axles

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$329.99
Yukon positraction internals for 8.8″ Ford with 31 spline axles. This kit fits Yukon Gura Grip & Eaton positractions. 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
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with Yukon Dura Grip positraction with 31 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.SS9)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$45.99
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 – Trac-Loc For Ford 8" Wtih 28 Spline Axles – Street Design (Part No.26002)

Trac-Loc For Ford 8" Wtih 28 Spline Axles - Street Design

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$889.99
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-Trac Loc uses a nodular case, billet side hat, and forged internals for higher strength than stock Trac-Locs. The units use composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable. Yukon offers a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8″ with 28 spline axles
  • Trac Loc positraction
  • Clutch style positraction
  • Street design
  • Internal gears are manufactured using forged 4320 steel and cut to provide stronger teeth
  • Fully rebuildable
  • Assembled in the USA
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Yukon Gear – Pilot Bearing Retainer For Ford 9" (Part No.33255)

Pilot Bearing Retainer For Ford 9"

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$11.99
Pilot bearing retainer for Ford 9″.

Product Features:
  • Pilot bearing retainer for Ford 9″
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National – Bearings (Part No.M88048)

Bearings

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$15.99
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 Seal For ’61-’85 9" Ford (Part No.30137)

Pinion Seal For '61-'85 9" Ford

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$17.99
Pinion seal for ’61-’85 9″ Ford. 3″ OD.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion seal
  • Fits 1961-1985 Ford 9″
  • 3.00″ O.D.
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B & M – Rear End Cover 1 EA B&M (Part No.40297)

Rear End Cover 1 EA B&M

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$269.99
B&M Cast Aluminum Differential Covers are designed to strengthen the differential by preventing case distortion and ring gear & bearing cap deflection. Constructed of A356.0-T6 aluminum, these rugged covers significantly increase the fluid capacity and dissipate heat much faster than the stock factory unit to prolong the life of your ring and pinion gears. Additional features include an engraved B&M logo, drain and fill port locations, a magnetic drain plug for catching ferrous metal particles, and complete hardware and installation instructions.

Product Features:
  • Additional Oil Capacity
  • More Cooling Ability
  • No Dipstick Modification
  • Some Include Fluid Pickup Extension
  • Built-In Drain Plugs
  • Cast Aluminum
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Yukon Gear – 8.8" Ford Tracloc Clutch Set (Carbon), Both Sides, 2003-2010 Cobra Svt (Part No.16104)

8.8" Ford Tracloc Clutch Set (Carbon), Both Sides, 2003-2010 Cobra Svt

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$342.99
8.8″ Ford TracLoc clutch set (Carbon), both sides, 2003-2010 Cobra SVT.

Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ trac Loc positraction
  • Carbon fiber clutches
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Yukon Gear – Pilot Bearing For Ford 8" (Part No.18043)

Pilot Bearing For Ford 8"

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$40.99
9.25 Chrysler FRONT PINION KIT , 03 & UP DODGE TRUCK .

Product Features:
  • Pilot bearing
  • Fits Ford 8″
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip For Ford 7.5" (Part No.26034)

Dura Grip For Ford 7.5"

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$789.99
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:
  • Fits Ford 7.5″
  • 28 spline
  • 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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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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Sealed Power – Engine Auxiliary Shaft Bearing Set (Part No.1460M)

Engine Auxiliary Shaft Bearing Set

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$22.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
  • Used in automotive and high-performance
  • Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
  • Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
  • ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Motive Gear – Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R9R325SMK)

Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo

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$134.99
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:
  • BEARING KIT FORD 9″ W/3.25 CARRIER & STD PINION SUPPORT MSTR KIT
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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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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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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential (Part No.13045)

Pinion Install Kit For Ford Daytona 9" Differential

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$284.99
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 Ford 9″ with Daytona pinion support
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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1981 Ford Mustang Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Ford Mustang. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 182 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $2,064.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. 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 1981 Ford Mustang, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 462 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Bearings with 4.7 stars and Taper Bearing Cone with 3.0 stars.

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

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang, our most popular Powertrax Differentials include:
Lock Right Locker
from $444.99
(1)
Lock Right Locker
Differential Open Unit and Components

Top 1981 Ford Mustang Differentials from National

National products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1981 Ford Mustang. 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 1981 Ford Mustang Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 Ford Mustang?

Out of 182 Differentials for the 1981 Ford Mustang, 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 1981 Ford Mustang Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 Ford Mustang based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Bearings
from $18.79
(3)
Bearings
“as advertised”
Taper Bearing Cone
from $17.99
(2)
Taper Bearing Cone
“good deal”
Shaft Repair Sleeve
from $27.49
(1)
Shaft Repair Sleeve
“Perfect Fit. Product was exactly as described”