1981 GMC G3500 Differentials

Essential 1981 GMC G3500 Differentials

Yukon Gear – Replacement Outer Oil Slinger For Dana 60, 70, 70U & 70HD (Part No.33019)

Replacement Outer Oil Slinger For Dana 60, 70, 70U & 70HD

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$5.99
Product Features:
  • Outer oil slinger for Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U and 70HD
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Baffle For Dana 60 & Dana 70-U (Part No.33001)

Replacement Baffle For Dana 60 & Dana 70-U

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$6.99
Product Features:
  • Oil baffle for Dana Spicer 60 and Dana Spicer 70U
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Trail Repair Kit For Dana 60 With 1310 Size U/Joint And U-Bolts (Part No.32282)

Replacement Trail Repair Kit For Dana 60 With 1310 Size U/Joint And U-Bolts

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$251.99
Yukon replacement trail repair kit for Dana 60 with 1310 size U/joint and u-bolts. This kit comes with a yoke, U/joint, pinion seal, U/bolt or strap kit, pinion nut, and pinion nut washer (if applicable).

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60 and 70
  • 1310 u-joint size
  • Kit includes yoke, U-joint, pinion seal, pinion nut and washer, U-bolts and threadlocker
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM10.5IKL-2)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$44.49
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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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 6014)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$15.99
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 – Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft For Four Pinion Design For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.33405)

Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft For Four Pinion Design For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$89.99
Standard Open cross pin shaft for four pinion design for GM 14T.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
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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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USA Standard Gear – Replacement Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Dana 60 In A 5.86 Ratio (Part No.36315)

Replacement Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Dana 60 In A 5.86 Ratio

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$369.99
USA Standard ring & pinion sets are the right choice to add confidence to your install. USA Standard Gear offers a full line of ring & pinion sets for a variety of common & hard to find applications. USA standard gear offers a standard one year warranty against defects on their ring & pinion sets.

Product Features:
  • Fits standard rotation Dana Spicer 60
  • 9.75″ ring gear diameter
  • 29 spline pinion
  • 12 ring gear bolts
  • 5.86 ratio
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For Dana 70 Differential (Part No.13033)

Pinion Install Kit For Dana 70 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 Dana Spicer 70
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Powertrax – Grip LOK Traction System (Part No.LK436035)

Grip LOK Traction System

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$684.99
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!
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Yukon Gear – Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 9.5" GM (Part No.16059)

Eaton Positraction Shim Kit For 9.5" GM

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$47.99
Eaton positraction shim kit for 9.5″ GM.

Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ Eaton positraction
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Yukon Gear – Chrome Cover For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.32013)

Chrome Cover For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck

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$59.99
Chrome cover for GM 14T.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Chrome
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Yukon Gear – Grizzly Locker For Dana 60, 4.56 & Up, 40 Spline (Part No.28025)

Grizzly Locker For Dana 60, 4.56 & Up, 40 Spline

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$1191.99
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! 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 is a narrow case locker. If you have a wide housing, please order two DS 42563 with your locker. This locker is ABS compatible.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60 with 40 spline axles
  • 4.56 and up ratio only
  • Patented internal design reduces common locker failures
  • 8620 internals for added strength
  • Assembled in the USA
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Yukon Gear – Dana 60, Dana 70 & Dana 80 Cover Bolt (Part No.33235)

Dana 60, Dana 70 & Dana 80 Cover Bolt

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$5.99
3/8″ cover bolt, Dana 60, Dana 70 & Dana 80.

Product Features:
  • Cover bolt for Dana Spicer 60, 70 and 80
  • 3/8″
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Yukon Gear – 9.5" GM Cover Gasket (Part No.23023)

9.5" GM Cover Gasket

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$13.99
9.5″ GM cover gasket.

Product Features:
  • Cover gasket
  • Fits GM 9.5″
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Yukon Gear – Dana 70 & Dana 80 Pinion Gear Thrust Washer (Part No.33288)

Dana 70 & Dana 80 Pinion Gear Thrust Washer

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$7.99
Dana 70 & Dana 80 pinion gear Thrust washer.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer for Dana Spicer 70 and 80
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FAG US – TAPERED ROLLER BEARI (Part No.KT45)

TAPERED ROLLER BEARI

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$24.29
TAPERED ROLLER BEARI

National – Bearings (Part No.HM803149)

Bearings

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$36.49
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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Pro-King – Rear Axle Shaft Kit (Part No.AXK-184)

Rear Axle Shaft Kit

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$237.99
Pro-King is the leading supplier of transmission and driveline products in the aftermarket. All products are designed to meet or exceed OE quality, form, fit and funtion.

Product Features:
  • High strength steel
  • Dual heat treating process
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Yukon Gear – Dana 50 Dana 60 Dana 70 & Dana 80 Roll Pin, 0.225" Dia, For X/P Shaft, 1.87" Lng (Part No.33327)

Dana 50 Dana 60 Dana 70 & Dana 80 Roll Pin, 0.225" Dia, For X/P Shaft, 1.87" Lng

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Dana 50 Dana 60 Dana 70 & Dana 80 roll PIN, 0.225″ DIA, for X/P shaft, 1.87″ LNG.

Product Features:
  • Roll pin for Dana Spicer 50, 60, 70, 70U, 70HD and 80
  • 0.225″ diameter
  • 1.870″ long
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 9.5" With 33 Spline Axles (Part No.26025)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 9.5" With 33 Spline Axles

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$1025.00
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 9.5″
  • 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 – Replacement Positraction Internals For Dana 60 (Full- And Semi-Floating) With 35 Spline Axles (Part No.16088)

Replacement Positraction Internals For Dana 60 (Full- And Semi-Floating) With 35 Spline Axles

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$659.99
Yukon replacement positraction internals for Dana 60 (full- and semi-floating) with 35 spline axles. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. This kit includes clutches. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60 with Trac Loc positraction with 35 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 Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.14012703)

Differential Ring Gear Bolt

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$11.39
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 on and off-road, check out Motive Gear. Motive Gear products can be found in the winner’s circle at racing events worldwide. The superior quality of Motive Gear components is the result of years of racing development, outstanding design and state-of-the-art manufacturing methods. Extensive testing is performed on all products by our in-house engineers.
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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.744A717)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$323.99
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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Felpro – DIFFERENTIAL GASKET (Part No.RDS 6095-1)

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 – Pinion Depth Shims For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.55058)

Pinion Depth Shims For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck

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$37.99
14T GM pinion shim kit.

Product Features:
  • Pinion depth shims for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
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Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For ’87 & Down 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Differential (Part No.12045)

Minor Install Kit For '87 & Down 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Differential

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$108.99
Yukon Minimum installation kits are a low cost solution for gear changes in newer vehicles where the bearings can be reused. This kit uses all high quality components to ensure a smooth set up. kit includes a pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1988 and down GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut For Dana 44 JK, 44HD, 60, 70, 70U, 70HD & Nissan Titan Rear 1 5/16" Nut 7/8" X 14 Thread (Part No.33144)

Pinion Nut For Dana 44 JK, 44HD, 60, 70, 70U, 70HD & Nissan Titan Rear 1 5/16" Nut 7/8" X 14 Thread

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$7.99
Replacement pinion nut for Dana 44 JK, 44HD, 60, 70, 70U, 70HD & Nissan Titan rear. 1 5/16″ nut, 7/8″ x 14 thread.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for Jeep JK rear, Dana Spicer 44HD, 60, 70, 70U, 70HD and Nissan Titan rear
  • 7/8″ x 14 thread
  • 1 5/16″ socket
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1981 GMC G3500 Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 GMC G3500. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 284 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.89 to $1,566.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 GMC G3500 running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 15 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 GMC G3500. Valvoline, Yukon Gear, and National 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 G3500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 112 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include DIFFERENTIAL GASKET with 3.0 stars and Differential Cover Gasket with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1981 GMC G3500 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 G3500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 GMC G3500 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 G3500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

FAQs for 1981 GMC G3500 Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 GMC G3500?

Out of 284 Differentials for the 1981 GMC G3500, the most popular in our inventory are:
3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
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3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
Differential Oil
Bearings
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(3)
Bearings
Differential Bearings
Dana 60, Dana 70 & Dana 80 Cover Bolt
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Dana 60, Dana 70 & Dana 80 Cover Bolt
Differential Cover Bolts

What are the top-rated 1981 GMC G3500 Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 GMC G3500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
from $8.29
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DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
“Great Product”
Differential Cover Gasket
from $15.99
(1)
Differential Cover Gasket
“OEM only uses silicone , the gasket set with a thin layer of silicone is a much better sealant method”
Differential Ring and Pinion
from $245.99
(1)
Differential Ring and Pinion
“You get a good set of gears for a good price. Found same set other places for a lot more money. Would recommend this .”