1981 GMC K1500 Differentials

Essential 1981 GMC K1500 Differentials

USA Standard Gear – Steel Spool For Dana 44 With 30 Spline Axles, 3.73 & Down (Part No.59013)

Steel Spool For Dana 44 With 30 Spline Axles, 3.73 & Down

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$282.99
Product Features:
  • Fits Chrysler Dana Spicer 44 with 30 spline axles
  • 3.73 and down ratio only
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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Yukon Gear – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56034)

The Carrier Bearing Puller

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$689.99
The Yukon carrier bearing Puller works with an impact gun to quickly and safely remove carrier bearings without damaging them. This unit comes with a handy bench top stand and works with up to most standard one ton applications. This unit is works with differentials up to one-ton applcations. It is not compatible with Dana 70HD, Dana 80, 10.25″ & 10.5″ Ford, or GM & Chrysler 11.5″ differentials.

Product Features:
  • Carrier bearing puller
  • Works with an impact gun to safely and easliy remove carrrier bearings
  • Not compatible with Dana 70HD, Dana 80, Ford 10.25″ and 10.5″ or Gm and Chrysler 11.5″ applications
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33150)

Pinion Nut

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$11.99
Pinion nut for GM 12 bolt car & truck, 55-62 car & truck, 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick/Olds/Pontiac & 63-79 Corvette. 1 1/8″ socket, 7/8″ x 16 thread.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for GM 12 bolt car and truck, 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • 7/8″ x 16 thread
  • 1 1/8″ socket
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Yukon Gear – Differential (Part No.26052)

Differential

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$709.99
Differential

Yukon Gear – 12P, 12T, CI Vet, & 55GM 8460N Redi Sleeve Yoke Saver (Part No.30225)

12P, 12T, CI Vet, & 55GM 8460N Redi Sleeve Yoke Saver

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$109.99
12P, 12T, CI VET, & 55GM 8460N REDI sleeve yoke saver.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion Redi-sleeve
  • Fits GM 12 bolt passenger car, 12 bolt truck and 1963-1979 Corvette
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National – Bearings (Part No.02820)

Bearings

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$9.99
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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Pro-King – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.742G202)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$5.99
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 – 10 Bolt Open Spider Gear Set For ’00-’06 8.6" GM With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.16056)

10 Bolt Open Spider Gear Set For '00-'06 8.6" GM With 30 Spline Axles

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$207.99
10 Bolt open spider gear set for ’00-’06 8.6″ GM with 30 spline axles. Fits case with one large window and one small window. A new carrier case will be needed for ’99 vehicles in order to use this spider gear set. This spider gear set fits casting number 7875 & 1073.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits 2000-2006 GM 8.6″ open differential
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Positraction Cross Pin Bolt For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck (Part No.33344)

Positraction Cross Pin Bolt For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck

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$28.99
Positraction cross pin bolt for GM 12P and 12T.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin bolt for GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck
  • For OEM positraction applications only
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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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Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For GM 8.6" Rear Differential (Part No.12059)

Minor Install Kit For GM 8.6" Rear Differential

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$101.99
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. (includes Supershims)

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.6″
  • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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Dorman – Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly (Part No.697-553)

Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly

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$221.99
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 – 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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ATP – Remanufactured Front Differential Assembly (Part No.111503)

Remanufactured Front Differential Assembly

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$3289.99
Brand new units are no longer available. ATP’s fully remanufactured differentials offer the best alternative to bench rebuilding or buying used. They are carefully inspected and totally reconditioned to meet original specifications and include new bearings and seals. Our units are ready to install, just add oil.

Product Features:
  • Ready to install, just add oil
  • Totally reconditioned
  • New bearings
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM9.5IKL)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$79.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT-GM9.5/CHRY9.25 FRT
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Yukon Gear – Positraction Clutch Guide (Part No.33352)

Positraction Clutch Guide

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$8.99
Positraction clutch guide.

Product Features:
  • Clutch guide for Chrysler 9.25″, Dana Spicer 44, Dana Spicer 50, Ford 8.8″, GM 12 bolt passenger car, GM 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″, 1963-1979 Corvette and Nissan Titan
  • Compatible with Dura Grip positractions only
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer For 8.25" GM IFS (Part No.33377)

Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer For 8.25" GM IFS

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$5.99
Pinion gear thrust washer for 8.25″ GM IFS.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer
  • Fits GM 8.25″ IFS
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Yukon Gear – 8.5 Front Cover Gasket (Part No.23021)

8.5 Front Cover Gasket

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$11.99
8.5 front cover gasket.

Product Features:
  • Cover gasket
  • Fits GM 8.5″ front
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Yukon Gear – 14 Plate Carbon Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron ‘Vette (Part No.16041)

14 Plate Carbon Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron 'Vette

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$404.99
Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″, 1963-1979 Corvette, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″ Dura Grip positraction
  • 14 piece kit
  • Carbon fiber clutches
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Spectre – Differential Cover (Part No.60879)

Differential Cover

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$189.99
Spectre’s Polished Aluminum Differential Covers feature a finned design and 10 bolt assembly for optimum fit and function. Includes 10 SAE standard bolts for installation. You’ll need to supply your own bolts if your vehicle uses metric bolts. Manufactured using high quality materials this product was designed to perform as well as they look.

Product Features:
  • Polished aluminum
  • 10 bolt cover with finned design
  • Gasket included
  • 10 gold Iridite 3/8 inch -18 x 3/4 inch differential cover bolts included
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Valvoline – DEXRON – VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.822405)

DEXRON - VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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$14.49
Valvoline DEXRON-VI/MERCON LV ATF is a full-synthetic transmission fluid formulated with advanced additive technology to meet and exceed the requirements of the General Motors DEXRON-VI specification. It is officially licensed and approved by GM and is fully back-serviceable and can be used wherever DEXRON-II and/or DEXRON-III are recommended. Recommended for use in the following applications: DEXRON-VI, DEXRON-III, DEXRON-II, and Allison C-4.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions
  • Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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FAG US – CUP (Part No.LM104911)

CUP

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$13.29
CUP

Yukon Gear – Replacement Cross Pin Shaft For Dana 44, Standard Open (Part No.33318)

Replacement Cross Pin Shaft For Dana 44, Standard Open

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$16.99
Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft for Dana Spicer 44
  • Fits standard open differentials only
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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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Yukon Gear – Differential Cover B (Part No.33569)

Differential Cover B

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$5.99
Differential Cover B

Yukon Gear – Differential Cover B (Part No.33572)

Differential Cover B

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$7.99
Differential Cover B

Yukon Gear – 3/8" Ring Gear Bolt Washer For GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.2 Bop & More (Part No.33347)

3/8" Ring Gear Bolt Washer For GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.2 Bop & More

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$4.99
3/8″ ring gear bolt washer for GM 12 bolt car & truck, 8.2 BOP & more.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt washer for GM 12 bolt car and truck, 1955-1964 passenger car, 1963-1979 Corvette and 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
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1981 GMC K1500 Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 GMC K1500. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 336 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 K1500 running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 14 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 GMC K1500. Valvoline, FELPRO, and Yukon 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 K1500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 873 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 K1500 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 K1500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 GMC K1500 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 K1500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

Top 1981 GMC K1500 Differentials from Felpro

Felpro products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1981 GMC K1500. Popular Felpro parts include:
Differential Cover Gasket
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(195)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
Axle Housing Cover Gasket
from $6.49
(10)
Axle Housing Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets
DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
from $7.99
(3)
DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

FAQs for 1981 GMC K1500 Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 GMC K1500?

Out of 336 Differentials for the 1981 GMC K1500, the most popular in our inventory are:
3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
from $57.99
This product is not rated
3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
Differential Oil
Bearings
from $23.99
(7)
Bearings
Front Differential Pinion Bearings
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
from $5.99
(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolts

What are the top-rated 1981 GMC K1500 Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 GMC K1500 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”