1981 GMC C3500 Drivetrains

Essential 1981 GMC C3500 Drivetrains

Yukon Gear – 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Pinion Nut (Part No.33148)

10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Pinion Nut

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$48.99
10.5″ GM 14 bolt truck pinion nut. 1 1/2″ socket, 15/16″ x 16 thread.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 15/16″ x 16 thread
  • 1.5″ socket
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Yukon Gear – Dana 60 & Dana 70 Power Lok Case Bolt (Part No.33236)

Dana 60 & Dana 70 Power Lok Case Bolt

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$7.99
Dana 60 & Dana 70 Power Lok case bolt.

Product Features:
  • Power Lok case bolt for Dana Spicer 60 and 70
  • 7/16 x 14 thread
  • 3.5″ long
  • 9/16″ hex head
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Gear Kit (Part No.GM10BI-30)

Differential Carrier Gear Kit

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$153.99


Product Features:
  • GM10 BOLT 8.5″ 30 SPL INTERNAL KIT 1988-1999 (OPEN)
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R10.5CK)

Differential Carrier Bearing Kit - Koyo

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$112.99
Product Features:
  • CARRIER BEARING KIT FORD 10.5″
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MOOG Driveline Products – Universal Joint Strap Kit (Part No.492-10)

Universal Joint Strap Kit

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$15.99
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • For U-Joints 330, 330A, 331 & 331A
  • Contains two 1.66″ bolt center clamps and four 5/16-24 x 1-5/16″ cap screws
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56014)

Bearing Race Driver

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$215.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits HM88510 race
  • All steel construction
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Yukon Gear – Side Gear Thrust Washer For Dana 60, 70 & 80 (Part No.33532)

Side Gear Thrust Washer For Dana 60, 70 & 80

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$4.99
Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U, 70HD and 80
  • Fits standard open differentials only
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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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Pro-King – Crush Sleeve (Part No.723B034)

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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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99125)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$27.49
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:
  • 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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Dorman – Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right (Part No.630-136)

Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right

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$339.99
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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Yukon Gear – DiffrlPinSupportBolt (Part No.33582)

DiffrlPinSupportBolt

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$5.99
DiffrlPinSupportBolt

Yukon Gear – Replacement Outer Oil Slinger For Dana 80 (Part No.33018)

Replacement Outer Oil Slinger For Dana 80

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$6.99
Product Features:
  • Outer slinger
  • Fits Dana Spicer 80
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier (Part No.6258340)

Differential Carrier

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$205.99


Product Features:
  • GM10.5″ 14 BOLT OPEN EMPTY CASE 4:56 & UP
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Felpro – Drive Axle Shaft Flange Gasket (Part No.55350)

Drive Axle Shaft Flange Gasket

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$4.79
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 – Drive Shaft Pinion Yoke (Part No.MG1310-6010)

Drive Shaft Pinion Yoke

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$117.99


Product Features:
  • PINION YOKE
  • CAST:1310
  • U-BOLT STYLE
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Driveworks – Tapered Roller Bearing (Part No.S-HM-903210)

Tapered Roller Bearing

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$15.29
Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Yukon Gear – Adapter Sleeve Fro GM 11.5" & 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck Yokes To Use Triple Lip Pinion Seal (Part No.41209)

Adapter Sleeve Fro GM 11.5" & 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck Yokes To Use Triple Lip Pinion Seal

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$29.99
Product Features:
  • Adapter sleeve
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck and GM 11.5″
  • Converts to triple lip seal
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Yukon Gear – High Performance Replacement Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Dana 70 In A 7.17 Ratio (Part No.24322)

High Performance Replacement Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Dana 70 In A 7.17 Ratio

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$709.99
Yukon Ring & Pinion sets give you the confidence of knowing you’re running gears designed for the harshest of conditions. Whether it’s on the street, off-road, or at the track; Yukon ring & pinion sets deliver unrivaled performance & quality. Yukon uses the latest designs and manufacturing technologies to provide a quiet running gear that is strong and easy to set up. All Yukon ring & pinion sets come standard with a one-year warranty.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 70
  • 10.50″ ring gear diameter
  • 29 spline pinion
  • 12 ring gear bolts
  • 7.17 ratio
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Dorman – Spindle Nut Key (sold by each) (Part No.615-140)

Spindle Nut Key (sold by each)

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$7.79
Our Spindle Nut Retainers are coated for high corrosion resistance and a long service life. Depending on the application, they are also available in a kit that includes the nut, washer, and retainer.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement Spindle Nut Retainers available (where applicable) for a proper fit every time
  • A wide range of thread and hex sizes available
  • Conveniently offered in many styles and in packs of different quantities
  • Dorman’s Spindle Nut Retainers are constructed to strict engineering quality standards
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Yoke For Dana 80 With A 1480 U/Joint Size (Part No.41035)

Replacement Yoke For Dana 80 With A 1480 U/Joint Size

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$235.99
Yukon replacement yoke for Dana 80 with a 1480 U/joint size. 4.188″ snap ring span, 1.375″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring.This yoke uses straps. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 80
  • 37 spline
  • 1480 u-joint size
  • 4.188″ snap ring span
  • 1.375″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • Strap style
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National – Bearings (Part No.R-1581-TV)

Bearings

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$44.49
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
  • 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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Anchor – Center Support Bearing Motor Mount: Center, 1 Piece (Part No.6035)

Center Support Bearing Motor Mount: Center, 1 Piece

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$13.49
Center support bearings or Carrier Support Bearings are used when the driveshaft is split into two sections. It serves as a junction on the drive shaft between the transmission and the differential allowing the driveshaft to flex, relieving stress on other drive line components. Each part is engineered and designed to OE Standards. Applicable to CHEV 58-02; GMC 55-02; INTL 57-02;. Please verify your application.

Product Features:
  • MAXIMUM VIBRATION DAMPENING: Rubber cushion is made of high grade rubber that ensures maximum dampening of vibration and the ability to absorb over loads.
  • HEAVY GAUGE STEEL FRAME: The housing frame is made from heavy gauge steel with durability that extends the service life.
  • READY TO INSTALL: Most center supports include a sealed bearing and dust shield and are ready to install.
  • For Years: 1955-2002
  • Weight approx: 2 Lbs
  • BEARING ID / BORE: 1.1811 INCH / 30 MM
  • CENTERLINE: 3.50 INCH / 89 MM
  • MOUNT WIDTH: 1.50 INCH / 38 MM
  • COMPLETE MOUNT
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Dorman – Spindle Nut 2 In.-16 Hex Size 2-5/8 In. (sold by each) (Part No.615-132)

Spindle Nut 2 In.-16 Hex Size 2-5/8 In. (sold by each)

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$33.99
This spindle nut 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 spindle nut matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this nut 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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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.39022)

Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$318.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck open differential
  • Includes two side gears, four pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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National – Bearings (Part No.M802011)

Bearings

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$14.79
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 – Dana 70 & Dana 80 Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft (Part No.33324)

Dana 70 & Dana 80 Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft

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$69.99
Dana 70 & Dana 80 standard Open cross pin shaft, one piece case.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft
  • Fits Dana Spicer 70 and 80
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Yoke For Dana 60 And 70 With A 1330 U/Joint Size (Part No.41024)

Replacement Yoke For Dana 60 And 70 With A 1330 U/Joint Size

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$187.99
Yukon replacement yoke for Dana 60 and 70 with a 1330 U/joint size. 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.0625″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. This yoke uses u-bolts. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects. This is a strap style yoke.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U and 70HD
  • 29 spline
  • 1330 u-joint size
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.062″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • Strap style
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Popular 1981 GMC C3500 Drivetrains Categories

1981 GMC C3500 Drivetrains

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Top-Rated Drivetrains Brands For Your 1981 GMC C3500

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Popular Valvoline Drivetrains

You’ll find popular Valvoline brand products across Differentials. All are waiting to get your 1981 GMC C3500 back on the road. Some of the top-rated Valvoline products in these categories are:

FAQs for 1981 GMC C3500 Drivetrains

What are the most purchased Drivetrains for the 1981 GMC C3500?

Out of 265 Drivetrains for the 1981 GMC C3500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
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Greaseable Super Strength Universal Joint
U-Joints
Universal Joint
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Universal Joint
U-Joints

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Top-rated Drivetrains for your 1981 GMC C3500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Greaseable Premium Universal Joint
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Greaseable Premium Universal Joint
“Greaseable with life time warranty”
Multi Purpose Bearing
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Multi Purpose Bearing
“Fit just like the old one.”
Differential Cover Gasket
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Differential Cover Gasket
“Great fit and price”