1981 GMC G2500 Differentials

Essential 1981 GMC G2500 Differentials

Spicer – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.706033-3X)

Differential Ring and Pinion

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$863.99
All Spicer ring and pinion gears are designed and tested to meet original equipment specifications. When you purchase genuine Spicer ring and pinion gear sets, you can be confident the ring and pinion set will meet or exceed the exact Dana standards that original equipment manufacturers have relied upon for more than a hundred years.
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USA Standard Gear – 8.5" GM Spartan Locker Cross Pin (Part No.17024)

8.5" GM Spartan Locker Cross Pin

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$52.99
Product Features:
  • USA Standard Gear heavy-duty cross pin shaft
  • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • Works with Spartan Locker or standard open spider gears
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56017)

Bearing Race Driver

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$188.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits HM89410 race
  • All steel construction
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Dorman – Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly (Part No.697-537)

Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly

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$289.99
Worn or damaged differential end yoke causing driveline vibrations? This direct replacement end yoke matches the original equipment part for a trustworthy repair and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential end yoke matches the fit and construction of the original yoke
  • Excellent value – this replacement end yoke offers original equipment quality at a fraction of the price of dealer parts
  • Quality materials – this end yoke is machined from cast iron for strength and is precision machined for reliability
  • Validated fit – this differential end yoke has been tested to confirm accurate fit
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Yukon Gear – Positraction Internals For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.16039)

Positraction Internals For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck With 30 Spline Axles

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$425.99
Yukon positraction internals (0.806″ diameter) for GM 12P and 12T 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 GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck Dura Grip positraction with 30 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette (Part No.55002)

Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette

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$52.99
Product Features:
  • Super carrier shim kit for Ford 8.8″, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, GM 8.0″, 8.6″, 8.6″ IRS and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • Interlocking design makes installation much easier
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.26015)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" With 28 Spline Axles

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$856.99
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 internals for added strength along with composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable and many offer upgrades to increase aggressiveness for racing applications. Each unit carries a one year warranty against defects. This unit has larger bearing journals for added strength & uses heavy-duty carrier bearings & races.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 spline axles
  • 2.73 ratio and up only
  • 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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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up (Part No.20083)

Standard Open Carrier Case, GM 8.5", 2.73 & Up

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$234.99
8.5″ GM standard Open case, 2.73 & up, 28 or 30 spline.

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 28 or 30 spline axles
  • 2.73 and up ratio only
  • Does not include spider gears
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Yukon Gear – Steel Spool For GM 8.5" & 8.6" With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.32193)

Steel Spool For GM 8.5" & 8.6" With 30 Spline Axles

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$417.99
Yukon Performance 1-3/4″ deck steel spool for 8.5″ GM with 30 spline axles. Uses large bearings, 1.785 journals. Yukon performance spools are made from the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life in performance applications. Spools provide 100% power to both tires at all times and are a lower cost alternative to lockers. Spools are not recommended for street driven vehicles. Yukon Performance spools come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects. This spool requires the use of a C-Clip eliminator kit to be used.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.5″ with 30 spline axles
  • 2.73 and up ratios only
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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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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    Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 12 Bolt Truck With 30 Spline Axles, 3.73 & Up (Part No.26035)

    Dura Grip Positraction For GM 12 Bolt Truck With 30 Spline Axles, 3.73 & Up

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    $835.99
    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 internals for added strength along with composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable and many offer upgrades to increase aggressiveness for racing applications. Each unit carries a one year warranty against defects.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 12 bolt truck with 30 spline axles
    • 3.73 and up ratio only
    • 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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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33152)

    Pinion Nut

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    Pinion nut for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.6″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.0″, 8.25″, 8.5″, 8.6″, 9.25″ IFS, 9.5″ & Oldsmobile Dropouts. 1 1/4″ socket, 7/8″ x 14 thread.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion nut for GM 7.2″, 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.0″, 8.25″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″, 9.25″ IFS and 9.5″
    • 7/8″ x 14 thread
    • 1 1/4″ socket
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    Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G673)

    Differential Cross Shaft

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    $28.49
    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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    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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    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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    Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-8460N)

    Oil Seal

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    $6.29
    Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut Washer (Part No.33166)

    Pinion Nut Washer

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    $21.99
    Pinion nut washer for GM 12 bolt car & truck, 55-62 GM car & truck, GM 8.2″ & 63-79 Corvette.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion nut washer for GM 12 bolt car and truck, 1955-1964 GM car and truck, GM 8.2″ and 1963-1979 Corvette.
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    Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Shim Kit (Part No.1101)

    Differential Carrier Shim Kit

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    $8.49
    High-quality Differential Carrier Shim Kit

    Product Features:
    • CARRIER SHIMS 12 BOLT GM CAR & TRUCK ALSO GM8.6″ 99-ON
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    Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9207053000)

    No-Slip Traction System

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    $591.99
    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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    Pro-King – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G930)

    Differential Cross Shaft

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    $2.79
    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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    Pro-King – Differential Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.742G935)

    Differential Ring Gear Bolt

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    $1.99
    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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    USA Standard Gear – Pinion Installation Kit For GM 8.5" Rear (Part No.60012)

    Pinion Installation Kit For GM 8.5" Rear

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    $98.99
    8.5″ GM PINION KIT .

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.5″ rear
    • Uses Koyo bearings and races
    • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve, marking compound and brush.
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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential (Part No.13069)

    Pinion Install Kit For GM 8.5" Differential

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    $176.99
    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 GM 8.5″ rear
    • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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    Yukon Gear – 8.5" & 8.6" GM Standard Open Pinion Gear Thrust Washer – Also Fits 8.5" Eaton With 0.795" Cross Pin (Part No.33385)

    8.5" & 8.6" GM Standard Open Pinion Gear Thrust Washer - Also Fits 8.5" Eaton With 0.795" Cross Pin

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    8.5″ & 8.6″ GM standard Open pinion gear Thrust washer. also fits 8.5″ Eaton with 0.795″ cross pin.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion gear thrust washer for GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
    • Fits standard open differentials only
    • 0.795″ I.D.
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    Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 12 Bolt Truck (Part No.55046)

    Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 12 Bolt Truck

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    $47.99
    12T solid crush sleeve replacement spacer, pinion preload.

    Product Features:
    • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 12 bolt truck
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    Yukon Gear – Carrier Installation Kit For GM 8.5" Differential With HD Bearings (Part No.57009)

    Carrier Installation Kit For GM 8.5" Differential With HD Bearings

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    $151.99
    Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for GM 8.5″ differential with HD bearings for large journal carrier. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims. This kit is used in 8.5″ differentials using a Yukon Dura Grip, Eaton posi, ValueTrac, True Trac, Pro-Series Auburn, Detroit Locker or standard carrier with large bearing journals.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.5″ with aftermarket positraction
    • Works with Heavy Duty Bearings
    • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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    Yukon Gear – Polished Aluminum Cover For GM 12 Bolt Truck (Part No.32027)

    Polished Aluminum Cover For GM 12 Bolt Truck

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    $303.99
    Polished aluminum cover for 12T GM.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 12 bolt truck
    • Finned polished aluminum
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    Yukon Gear – Chrome Cover For GM 12 Bolt Truck (Part No.32012)

    Chrome Cover For GM 12 Bolt Truck

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    $62.99
    Chrome cover for GM 12T.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 12 bolt truck
    • Chrome
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    1981 GMC G2500 Differentials

    Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 GMC G2500. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 314 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $1,969.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 GMC G2500 running smoothly.

    Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 12 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 GMC G2500. Felpro, Yukon Gear, 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 GMC G2500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 1,470 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Ring And Pinion with 5.0 stars and Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo with 3.8 stars.

    So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1981 GMC G2500 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 GMC G2500 Last

    Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 GMC G2500 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 G2500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

    Popular Driveworks Differentials

    We carry Driveworks parts in our stock across Differential Pinion Seals categories, plus more. For a 1981 GMC G2500, our most popular Driveworks Differentials include:
    Oil Seal
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    Oil Seal
    Differential Pinion Seals

    Top 1981 GMC G2500 Differentials from Felpro

    Felpro products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1981 GMC G2500. Popular Felpro parts include:
    Differential Cover Gasket
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    (195)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
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    (3)
    DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

    FAQs for 1981 GMC G2500 Differentials

    What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 GMC G2500?

    Out of 314 Differentials for the 1981 GMC G2500, the most popular in our inventory are:
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
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    (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
    Ring Gear Bolt
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    This product is not rated
    Ring Gear Bolt
    Differential Ring Gear Bolts

    What are the top-rated 1981 GMC G2500 Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 GMC G2500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Differential Ring And Pinion
    from $350.99
    (7)
    Differential Ring And Pinion
    “Great spark plugs.”
    Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
    from $156.99
    (5)
    Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo
    “was delivered as promised and on time”
    Differential Ring and Pinion
    from $241.99
    (4)
    Differential Ring and Pinion
    “Perfect match and easy install”