1981 GMC K3500 Drivetrains

Essential 1981 GMC K3500 Drivetrains

Yukon Gear – Replacement Standard Carrier Case For Dana Spicer 60, 4.10 And Down (Part No.20030)

Replacement Standard Carrier Case For Dana Spicer 60, 4.10 And Down

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$299.99
Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60
  • 4.10 ratio and down only
  • Fits standard open differentials only
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Yukon Gear – Set Up Bearing (Part No.56080)

Set Up Bearing

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$198.99
NO RETURN HM807046 SET-UP Bearing (1 SINGLE Bearing) for Dana 80 , 11.5AAM , 4.125″ OD .

Product Features:
  • Set up bearing
  • Fits HM807046 pinion bearing
  • Easily slips on and off pinion journal to allow for pinion depth adjustment
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Yukon Gear – Seal Housing For Dana 60, Zip Locker, With O-Rings (Part No.34039)

Seal Housing For Dana 60, Zip Locker, With O-Rings

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$79.99
Seal housing for Dana 60, Zip locker, with o-rings.

Product Features:
  • Seal housing for Dana Spicer 60
  • Includes o-rings
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 33 Spline GM 9.25" IFS And GM 9.5" Axles (Part No.16060)

Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 33 Spline GM 9.25" IFS And GM 9.5" Axles

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$317.99
Yukon standard open spider gear kit for 9.5″ GM rear and ’06 and earlier GM 9.25″ IFS with 33 spline axles. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ open differential
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.710045)

Multi Purpose Seal

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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:
  • Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
  • Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
  • Provides good low temperature capability
  • Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
  • Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair
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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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Dorman – Front Drive Shaft: Greaseable, Adjustable (Part No.938-224)

Front Drive Shaft: Greaseable, Adjustable

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$479.99
Replacing a drive shaft doesn’t have to be complicated. This complete drive shaft assembly is pre-balanced and ready to install with 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity (CV) joints and universal joints.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this drive shaft is made to the original equipment dimensions for dependable fit and performance
  • 100% new – this drive shaft is made from all new components so there’s no core charge or return hassle
  • Ready to install – this drive shaft arrives pre-balanced to make installation quick and simple
  • Serviceable construction – non-staked universal joints are designed for future serviceability
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For Dana 60 Rear Differential (Part No.13032)

Pinion Install Kit For Dana 60 Rear Differential

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$295.99
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 60 rear
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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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 – Dana 60, Dana 70, 1350, 1410, 10.25", And 9.5" U-Joint Strap Kit (Part No.41193)

Dana 60, Dana 70, 1350, 1410, 10.25", And 9.5" U-Joint Strap Kit

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$17.99
U/joint strap kit, 10.25″, 9.5″, Dana 60, Dana 70, 1350 & 1410.

Product Features:
  • u-joint strap kit
  • Fits Ford 10.25″, GM 9.5″, Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U and 70HD
  • 1350 and 1410 u-joint size
  • Includes two straps and four bolts
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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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Anchor – Center Support Bearing Motor Mount: Center, 1 Piece (Part No.6056)

Center Support Bearing Motor Mount: Center, 1 Piece

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$22.79
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 AUTOCAR 84-88; CHECKER 55-82; CHEV 60-12; DODGE 57-02; FORD 55-10; GMC 63-07; INTL 57-02; ISUZU 96-01; KW 81-18; MACK 80-90; MAZDA 87-94; MITS 87-09; OLDS 90-01; PLYM 80-83; PTRB 65-83; WHGM 88-95; WHIT 81-88;. 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: 1955-2018
  • Weight approx: 3 Lbs
  • BEARING ID / BORE: 1.3780 INCH / 35 MM
  • CENTERLINE: 2.28 INCH / 58 MM
  • MOUNT WIDTH: 6.62 INCH / 168 MM
  • STYLE: ROUND FRAME
  • COMPLETE MOUNT
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Milemarker – Spindle Nut Socket (Part No.15006-01)

Spindle Nut Socket

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$41.49
Available in 6 prong or 2.5 inch hex.

Product Features:
  • Spindle Nut Socket
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National – Bearings (Part No.B-2610)

Bearings

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$27.49
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
  • Available in both caged design and full complement
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Driveworks – Tapered Cup Wheel Bearing Assembly (Part No.S-LM-102910)

Tapered Cup Wheel Bearing Assembly

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$8.49
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Carquest – Four Wheel Drive Indicator Lamp Switch (Part No.FWD38)

Four Wheel Drive Indicator Lamp Switch

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$84.99
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
  • High-quality materials withstand extreme conditions
  • Undergoes extensive testing to ensure reliability
  • As a global manufacturer of automotive aftermarket products, we maintain complete quality control throughout the manufacturing process
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National – Bearings (Part No.2720)

Bearings

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$12.49
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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Yukon Gear – GM 10.5′ 14 Bolt Truck Cover Gasket (Part No.23016)

GM 10.5' 14 Bolt Truck Cover Gasket

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$13.99
14T cover gasket.

Product Features:
  • Cover gasket
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
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Yukon Gear – Differential (Part No.26046)

Differential

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$994.99
Differential

Yukon Gear – Dana 60 Semi-Float C-Clip (Part No.33247)

Dana 60 Semi-Float C-Clip

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$14.99
Dana 60 semi-float C-clip.

Product Features:
  • C-clip
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60
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Yukon Gear – Hardcore Locking Hub For Dana 60, 30 Spline – ’75-’93 Dodge, ’77-’91 GM, ’78-’97 Ford, 1 Side (Part No.29091)

Hardcore Locking Hub For Dana 60, 30 Spline - '75-'93 Dodge, '77-'91 GM, '78-'97 Ford, 1 Side

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$384.99
These heavy-duty lockouts feature all steel construction, including Chrome-Moly internals, for the ultimate in durability & strength. The hubs will not disengage under high torque applications and defaults to the locked position under use. Engagement comes from just a 1/3 turn of the all-steel, low-profile bezel. The Yukon Hardcore locking hubs are not only great looking, but features a low-profile design to minimize impact with obstacles, and a proprietary coating on the locking gears for decreased friction & long life. Yukon Hardcore Locking Hubs come with a Limited Lifetime warranty against manufacturer’s defect. This is a hub kit for one side only. This locking hub set will not fit housings with Bill of Materials numbers 610033-2, 3, 5 or 6. This is a hub kit for one side only.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1979-1991 GM, 1978-1997 F350 and 1979-1993 Dodge one ton fronts with Dana Spicer 60
  • 30 spline
  • All steel construction
  • Chromoly internals for added strength
  • Low profile bezel to reduce impact with obstacles
  • Defaults to locked position
  • 1/3 turn from disengaged to engaged
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Carrier Shim Kit For Dana 70 & 70HD (Part No.55019)

Replacement Carrier Shim Kit For Dana 70 & 70HD

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$126.99
Product Features:
  • Carrier shim kit
  • Fits Dana Spicer 70 and 70HD
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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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$7.99
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 – 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 – 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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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 – 1330 U/Joint U-Bolts, 5/16" X 1-9/16", (7260 & 7290 Billet) (Part No.41199)

1330 U/Joint U-Bolts, 5/16" X 1-9/16", (7260 & 7290 Billet)

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1330 U/joint U-bolts, 5/16″ X 1-9/16″, (7260 & 7290 BILLET).

Product Features:
  • u-joint u-bolt kit
  • Fits AMC Model 20, Dana Spicer 30 and 44, GM 8.2″, 12 bolt passenger car and truck and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • 1330 u-joint size
  • Includes two u-bolts and four nuts
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Yukon Gear – 3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil (Part No.15002)

3 Qt - Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil

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$44.99
3 Qt. Penzoil 80W90 conventional gear Oil.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of conventional oil
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