1981 Mercury Cougar Differentials

Essential 1981 Mercury Cougar Differentials

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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$59.99
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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Pro-King – Differential Bearing Cup (Part No.742G256)

Differential Bearing Cup

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$8.99
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.99199)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$37.99
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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Yukon Gear – Dana 44, Ford 8" / 9", And Model 20 Side Gear Thrust Washer Replacement (Part No.33283)

Dana 44, Ford 8" / 9", And Model 20 Side Gear Thrust Washer Replacement

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$5.99
Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Ford 8″, Ford 9″ and AMC Model 20
  • 0.030″ thick
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.SS9)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$45.99
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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National – Bearings (Part No.M88010)

Bearings

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$10.49
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 – Outer Oil Slinger For Ford 7.5", 8.8", 9", 10.25" (Part No.33022)

Outer Oil Slinger For Ford 7.5", 8.8", 9", 10.25"

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$8.99
Replacement outer oil slinger for Ford 7.5″, 8.8″, 9″, 10.25″, Nissan Titan rear, Dana 44 Rubicon & 44 JK non-Rubicon.

Product Features:
  • Outer oil slinger for Ford 10.25″, 7.5″, 8.8″ and 9″ also Jeep JK and Nissan Titan rear
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Dorman – Differential Clutch Kit (Part No.697-780)

Differential Clutch Kit

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$262.99
This differential disc kit is a low-cost, time-saving repair solution for the posi-traction function. They are designed to match the fit and performance of the original disc on specific vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential clutch kit provides the necessary components for repairing the original equipment on specific vehicles
  • Quality materials – all components are built for reliable longevity and performance
  • Smart solution – provides original equipment fit and function for a competitive price compared to original manufacturer
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States
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Dorman – Help – Differential Shaft Lock Bolt (Part No.81048)

Differential Shaft Lock Bolt

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$5.99
This differential pinion shaft lock bolt 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 differential pinion shaft lock bolt matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this bolt 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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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.762B717)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$239.99
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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Pro-King – Shim Kit (Part No.741A200)

Shim Kit

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$19.99
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 – 8.5" & 8.2" GM Carrier Installation Kit (Part No.57008)

8.5" & 8.2" GM Carrier Installation Kit

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$109.99
Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for GM 8.2″ & 8.5″ differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 7.5″, 7.625″ 8.2″ and 8.5″
  • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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Dorman – Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right (Part No.630-228)

Rear Axle Shaft, Left or Right

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$242.99
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 – Cover Bolt For Ford 7.5", 8.8" & 9.75" (Part No.33554)

Cover Bolt For Ford 7.5", 8.8" & 9.75"

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$6.99
Yukon 1541H alloy replacement rear axle for Dana 60, 70, and 80, 35 spline. (40″ to 43.5″) Full float axle (8×3.96″ ). Yukon 1541H alloy axles offer a strength increase over stock while retaining a low cost. Yukon 1541H alloy rear axles come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects. This is a full-floating axle.

Product Features:
  • 35 spline
  • 8 x 3.96″ bolt pattern
  • Cut to length design fits 40″-43.5″ applications
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60, 70 and 80
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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55393)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$6.49
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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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Ford 9" Using 5/8"Socket, 0.94"L Under Head, 7/16"-20, 12Point Head (Part No.250-3002)

For Use With Ford 9" Using 5/8"Socket, 0.94"L Under Head, 7/16"-20, 12Point Head

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$34.99
The tremendous shock loads generated at launch by most any drag racing vehicle equipped with today sticky tire compounds or the acceleration and deceleration of oval track cars put considerable strain on the ring gear. For this reason, the fastener experts at ARP have developed the Pro Series ring gear bolts. they are forged from premium grade 8740 chrome moly steel and are heat treated to a nominal rating of 200,000 PSI tensile strength. Specially hardened, precision ground washers are included where required. Available to fit most any ring gear setup ranging from popular 9 Inch Ford GM 10 and 12 bolt rear ends to the beefy strange differentials found in top fuel and funny car applications.

Product Features:
  • Forged From Premium Grade 8740 Chrome Moly Steel
  • Heat Treated
  • Nominally Rated At 200,000 PSI Tensile Strength
  • Specially Hardened, Precision Ground Washers
  • 0.95″ Underhead Length
  • 200,000 PSI
  • Sold As A Set
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Motive Gear – Differential Bearing Kit – Timken (Part No.R9R306)

Differential Bearing Kit - Timken

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$111.99
Motive Gear Differential Bearing Kits Include Front & Rear Pinion Bearing, Pinion Seal, Carrier Bearings, Pilot Bearing Where Applicable, Gear Marking Compound, Crush Sleeve, Pinion Nut, Brush, Thread Locking Compound And Cover Gasket Or Rtv

Product Features:
  • 9″ BEARING KIT FOR 3.06 HOUSING
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Yukon Gear – 9" Ford Gasket (Part No.23012)

9" Ford Gasket

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$11.99
9″ Ford gasket.

Product Features:
  • Dropout gasket
  • Fits Ford 9″
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Yukon Gear – Chrome Cover For 8.8" Ford (Part No.32009)

Chrome Cover For 8.8" Ford

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$74.99
Chrome cover for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • Chrome
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F880355)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$244.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 8.0 R/P 3.55 MGP
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Yukon Gear – Cross Pin Bolt (Part No.33067)

Cross Pin Bolt

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$6.99
Cross pin bolt for Chrysler 8.25″, 9.25″ rear, Ford 7.5″, 8.8″, GM 12 bolt car & truck, 7.2″ IFs, 7.5″, 7.6″, 8.0″, 8.25″ IFS & 8.5″.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin bolt for Chrysler 8.25″ and 9.25″ rear, Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″, GM 12 botl car and truck, 8.5″, 8.25″ IFS, 8.0″, 7.625″, 7.5″ and 7.2″ IFS
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Yukon Gear – Un-Notched Cross Pin Shaft For 7.5" Ford – Oem, Not Auburn Gear (Part No.33330)

Un-Notched Cross Pin Shaft For 7.5" Ford - Oem, Not Auburn Gear

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$36.99
Un-notched cross pin shaft for 7.5″ Ford. OEM, not Auburn gear.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft for Ford 7.5″
  • 3.45 and down ratios only
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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.51098)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$7.29
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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Yukon Gear – Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 28 Spline Axles (Part No.16015)

Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 28 Spline Axles

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$336.99
Yukon positraction internals for 8.8″ Ford with 28 spline axles. This kit fits Yukon Gura Grip & Eaton positractions. 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
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with Yukon Dura Grip positraction with 28 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Trac-Loc For Ford 8" Wtih 31 Spline Axles – Street Design (Part No.26004)

Trac-Loc For Ford 8" Wtih 31 Spline Axles - Street Design

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$819.99
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-Trac Loc uses a nodular case, billet side hat, and forged internals for higher strength than stock Trac-Locs. The units use composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable. Yukon offers a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8″ with 31 spline axles
  • Trac Loc positraction
  • Clutch style positraction
  • Smooth design
  • 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 – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56023)

Bearing Race Driver

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$219.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits M88010 race
  • All steel construction
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Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve (Part No.33085)

Crush Sleeve

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$9.99
Crush Sleeve for Model 20, Ford 10.25″, 10.5″, 7.5″, 8.8″, 9 3/8″, 9″ & 9.75″. .480″ long.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve for AMC Model 20, Ford 10.25″, 10.5″, 7.5″, 8.8″, 9″ and 9.75″
  • 0.480″ tall
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Pro-King – Crush Sleeve (Part No.721A034)

Crush Sleeve

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$2.89
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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1981 Mercury Cougar Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Mercury Cougar. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 172 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $1,099.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Mercury Cougar running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 13 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Mercury Cougar. National, Yukon Gear, and Dorman 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 Mercury Cougar, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 438 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Taper Bearing Cone with 3.0 stars and Shaft Repair Sleeve with 5.0 stars.

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

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

Popular Powertrax Differentials

We carry Powertrax parts in our stock across Differential Open Unit and Components categories, plus more. For a 1981 Mercury Cougar, our most popular Powertrax Differentials include:
Lock Right Locker
from $444.99
(1)
Lock Right Locker
Differential Open Unit and Components

Top 1981 Mercury Cougar Differentials from National

National products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1981 Mercury Cougar. Popular National parts include:
Multi Purpose Seal
from $11.99
(28)
Multi Purpose Seal
Differential Pinion Seals
Bearings
from $15.99
(9)
Bearings
Front Differential Pinion Bearings
Bearings
from $10.49
(4)
Bearings
Rear Differential Pinion Bearings

FAQs for 1981 Mercury Cougar Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 Mercury Cougar?

Out of 172 Differentials for the 1981 Mercury Cougar, the most popular in our inventory are:
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
from $5.99
(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
Differential Cover Gasket
from $6.49
(13)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1981 Mercury Cougar Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 Mercury Cougar based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Taper Bearing Cone
from $17.99
(2)
Taper Bearing Cone
“good deal”
Shaft Repair Sleeve
from $37.99
(1)
Shaft Repair Sleeve
“Very delicate piece, but came shipped quite safely and not damaged. High quality.”
Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
from $112.99
(1)
Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo
“perfect product”