1981 Pontiac Catalina Differentials

Essential 1981 Pontiac Catalina Differentials

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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Richmond Gear – Differential Spool (Part No.81-1033-1)

Differential Spool

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$267.99
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
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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 – Steel Cover For GM 8.2" & 8.5" Rear (Part No.32332)

Steel Cover For GM 8.2" & 8.5" Rear

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$119.99
Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • Steel
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Richmond Gear – MiniSpool (Part No.78-1230-1)

MiniSpool

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$151.99
MiniSpool

Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" & 8.6" With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.26016)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 8.5" & 8.6" With 30 Spline Axles

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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″ and 8.6″ with 30 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 – 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 – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil – 4 Quarts (Part No.15004)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil - 4 Quarts

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$137.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil. 4 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes four quarts of Redline Shockproof oil
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Mr. Gasket – Differential Gasket (Part No.84B)

Differential Gasket

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$15.99
Precision cut and high quality materials. Reusable.

Product Features:
  • Precision cut
  • High-quality materials
  • Reusable
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Yukon Gear – Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33049)

Ring Gear Bolt

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$6.99
Ring gear bolt for GM 7.5″, 7.6″, 7.6″ IRS, 8.0″, 8.25″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ & 8.6″ IRS. 7/16″ x 20.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 7.6″ IRS, 8.0″, 8.25″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ and 8.6″ IRS
  • 7/16″ x 20
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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.741A717)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$184.99
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 – Posi Spring Kit For GM 7.5", With Preload Plates (Part No.33206)

Posi Spring Kit For GM 7.5", With Preload Plates

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$166.99
Product Features:
  • Positraction spring kit
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ Dura Grip
  • Includes preload plates
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Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For GM 8.5" Oldsmobile 442 And Cutlass Differential (Part No.12057)

Minor Install Kit For GM 8.5" Oldsmobile 442 And Cutlass Differential

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$156.99
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 8.5″ Oldsmobile with 28 spline axles
  • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 8.5", 30 Spline (Part No.39027)

Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 8.5", 30 Spline

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$214.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 8.5″ 30 spline 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 – Dana 25, 27, 30, 44, Model 20 And Model 35, GM 7.5", 8.2", 8.5", 12P, 12T, C9.25 Rear Cover Bolt (Part No.33286)

Dana 25, 27, 30, 44, Model 20 And Model 35, GM 7.5", 8.2", 8.5", 12P, 12T, C9.25 Rear Cover Bolt

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5/16″-18 cover bolt, Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30 and 44, AMC Model 20 and Model 35, Chrysler 9.25 rear, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.2″, 8.5″, 12 bolt passenger car and truck.

Product Features:
  • Cover bolt for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30 and 44, AMC Model 20 and Model 35, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 12 bolt passenger car and truck.
  • 1/2″ head
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM8.2IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$65.99


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 10BLT 8.2
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Yukon Gear – Cross Pin Shaft For 7.5", 7.625", And 8" GM (Part No.33404)

Cross Pin Shaft For 7.5", 7.625", And 8" GM

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$57.99
Cross pin shaft for 7.5″, 7.625″, and 8″ GM.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft for GM 7.5″, 7.625″ and 8.0″
  • Fits standard open differentials only
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Yukon Gear – Sleeve For 8.2" Chevy Yoke Into A Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac Differential (Part No.41091)

Sleeve For 8.2" Chevy Yoke Into A Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac Differential

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$46.99
Sleeve for 8.2″ Chevy yoke into a Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac differential.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
  • Adapt GM gears for BOP housing
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut Washer (Part No.33167)

Pinion Nut Washer

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$14.99
Pinion nut washer for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.6″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ & 9.5″.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut washer for GM 7.2″ IFS, 7.5″, 7.625″, 7.6″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″ and 9.5″.
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National – Bearings (Part No.3779)

Bearings

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$31.49
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 – Cross Pin Bolt (Part No.33067)

Cross Pin Bolt

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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 – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 7.5" & 7.625" With 26 Spline Axles, 3.23 & Up (Part No.26017)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 7.5" & 7.625" With 26 Spline Axles, 3.23 & Up

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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 7.5″ and 7.625″ with 26 spline axles
  • 3.23 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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Pro-King – Crush Sleeve (Part No.741A034)

Crush Sleeve

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$3.99
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 – GM 7.5" Standard Open Side Gear Thrust Washer (Part No.33389)

GM 7.5" Standard Open Side Gear Thrust Washer

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$11.99
GM 7.5″ standard Open side gear thrust washer.

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer
  • Fits GM 7.5″
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56020)

Bearing Race Driver

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$188.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits M802011 race
  • All steel construction
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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 Seal For GM 8.5", 8.2", Buick, Oldsmobile, And Pontiac (Part No.30017)

Pinion Seal For GM 8.5", 8.2", Buick, Oldsmobile, And Pontiac

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Pinion seal for GM 8.5″, 8.2″, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac.Yukon Mighty seal.

Product Features:
  • Pinion seal
  • Fits GM 8.5″ rear, 8.2″ and 8.2″ in Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Case, GM 7.5 & 7.625", 3.23 & Up (Part No.20106)

Dura Grip Case, GM 7.5 & 7.625", 3.23 & Up

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$386.99
GM 7.5″ & 7.6″ DURA GRIP case, bare, 3.23 & up, 26spline & 28spline.

Product Features:
  • Dura Grip positraction carrier case
  • Does not include spider gears
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″
  • 3.23 and up ratios only
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1981 Pontiac Catalina Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Pontiac Catalina. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 273 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $1,014.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Pontiac Catalina running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 11 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Pontiac Catalina. National, Yukon Gear, and Felpro 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 Pontiac Catalina, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 666 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo with 3.8 stars and Differential Ring and Pinion with 4.5 stars.

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

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

Popular Felpro Differentials

We carry Felpro parts in our stock across Rear Differential Cover Gaskets categories, plus more. For a 1981 Pontiac Catalina, our most popular Felpro Differentials include:
DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
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DIFFERENTIAL GASKET
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

FAQs for 1981 Pontiac Catalina Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1981 Pontiac Catalina?

Out of 273 Differentials for the 1981 Pontiac Catalina, the most popular in our inventory are:
Bearings
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(25)
Bearings
Differential Bearings
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
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This product is not rated
3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 1981 Pontiac Catalina Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 Pontiac Catalina based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
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(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”
Multi Purpose Seal
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(4)
Multi Purpose Seal
“Perfect”