1981 Pontiac Firebird Differentials

Essential 1981 Pontiac Firebird Differentials

Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 7.5" & 8.2" (Part No.55047)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 7.5" & 8.2"

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$40.99
Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 7.5″, 7.625″ and 8.2″
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For GM 12 Bolt Car With 30 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Up (Part No.26013)

Dura Grip Positraction For GM 12 Bolt Car With 30 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Up

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$839.99
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 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 12 bolt passenger car with 30 spline axles
  • 4.10 and up ratio 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
  • 30 spline
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USA Standard Gear – 8.5" GM Spartan Locker Cross Pin (Part No.17024)

8.5" GM Spartan Locker Cross Pin

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$49.99
Product Features:
  • USA Standard Gear heavy-duty cross pin shaft
  • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • Works with Spartan Locker or standard open spider gears
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Richmond Gear – RngPnnInstlKt (Part No.83-1022-1)

RngPnnInstlKt

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$199.99
RngPnnInstlKt

Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For GM 7.5" Differential (Part No.13064)

Pinion Install Kit For GM 7.5" Differential

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$203.99
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 1982-1999 GM 7.5″ and 7.625″
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve , complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 7.5", 26 Spline (Part No.39023)

Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 7.5", 26 Spline

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$156.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 7.5″ 26 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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National – Bearings (Part No.M804049)

Bearings

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$38.49
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 – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.742G673)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$28.49
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 – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.742G070)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$4.99
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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Powertrax – No-Slip Traction System (Part No.9207822805)

No-Slip Traction System

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$544.99
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!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.
  • Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.
  • Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.
  • Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
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    Mr. Gasket – Differential Gasket (Part No.84)

    Differential Gasket

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    $21.79
    Mr. Gasket Axle Housing/Differential Cover or Rear End Gaskets are manufactured from a .047 inch thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material for excellent sealing and durability. They are precision die-cut for an excellent fit. Fits 1965-1970 Buick, Olds, Pontiac, 10 bolt 8.20 inch ring gear.

    Product Features:
    • .047″ thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material
    • Precision die cut
    • Reusable
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    Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Gear Kit (Part No.GM7.6BI)

    Differential Carrier Gear Kit

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    $159.99


    Product Features:
    • INTERNAL KIT-GM 7.6″ W/28 SPLINE
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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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    Product Features:
    • Positraction spring kit
    • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ Dura Grip
    • Includes preload plates
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    Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56017)

    Bearing Race Driver

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    $215.99
    Bearing race driver. No return.

    Product Features:
    • Bearing race driver
    • Fits HM89410 race
    • All steel construction
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    Idemitsu – Type TLS Automatic Transmission Fluid – 1 qt (Part No.10106-042K)

    Type TLS Automatic Transmission Fluid - 1 qt

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    $11.79
    Formulated to meet the specific requirements of Toyota, Lexus, and scion vehicles equipped with conventional (non-CVT) transmissions that require the use of ATF T-IV. Recommended for service-fill in all Toyota, Lexus, and Scion automatic transmissions where ATF T-IV is specified. Fuel economy demands and more sophisticated electronic controls have made automatic transmissions not only more complex, but also unique to each vehicle manufacturer. Long gone are the days of having just a couple choices of automatic transmission fluid type. IDEMITSU is the factory fill Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) supplier to most Asian imports. IDEMITSU application-specific ATF products match the exact friction materials and performance requirements of each different vehicle model for which they are made.

    Product Features:
    • Excellent resistance to oxidation and thermal breakdown provide long fluid life and extended protection
    • Precisely engineered frictional characteristics guarantee smooth shifting and outstanding anti-shudder performance
    • Provides superior cleanliness, maintaining the transmission free of sludge and varnish deposits
    • Excellent seal compatibility and conditioning reduces risk of fluid leaks due to seal shrinkage, hardening and cracking
    • Advanced anti-wear technology provides maximum protection to gears and bearings
    • Excellent seal compatibility and conditioning reduces risk of fluid leaks due to seal shrinkage, hardening and cracking
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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 – Pinion Nut (Part No.3752901)

    Pinion Nut

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    $7.49
    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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    Richmond Gear – RngPnnInstlKt (Part No.83-1044-B)

    RngPnnInstlKt

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    RngPnnInstlKt

    Yukon Gear – Clutch Guide For GM 7.5" & 7.6" Dura Grip (Part No.33251)

    Clutch Guide For GM 7.5" & 7.6" Dura Grip

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    Product Features:
    • Clutch guide
    • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ Dura Grip
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    Yukon Gear – Polished Aluminum Cover For 8.6", 8.2" And 8.5" GM Rear (Part No.32030)

    Polished Aluminum Cover For 8.6", 8.2" And 8.5" GM Rear

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    $255.99
    Polished aluminum cover for 8.6″, 8.2″ and 8.5″ GM rear.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
    • Finned polished aluminum
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    Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.CSPGM75)

    Differential Cross Shaft

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    $26.49
    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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    Yukon Gear – Pinion Depth Shim Kit For Toyota8", GM 7.5", 8.2" & 12 Bolt Truck (Part No.55064)

    Pinion Depth Shim Kit For Toyota8", GM 7.5", 8.2" & 12 Bolt Truck

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    $39.99
    8″ Toyota, 7.5″ GM, 8.2″ GM, 12T, pinion shim set, & Mazda truck.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion depth shim kit for Toyota 7.5″, 8″ and V6
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    Yukon Gear – Positraction Pinion Gear Thrust Washer With Step-Lip Inside For GM 12P And 12T – Fits New Eatons (Part No.33382)

    Positraction Pinion Gear Thrust Washer With Step-Lip Inside For GM 12P And 12T - Fits New Eatons

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    Positraction pinion gear thrust washer with step-lip inside for GM 12P and 12T. fits new Eatons.

    Product Features:
    • Pinion gear thust washer for GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck
    • Fits positraction designs only
    • Has inside lip
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    Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For GM 12 Bolt Car Differential (Part No.12043)

    Minor Install Kit For GM 12 Bolt Car Differential

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    $151.99
    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 12 bolt passenger car
    • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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    Yukon Gear – Adapter Sleeve Fro GM 7.2", 7.625" & 8.0" Yokes To Use Triple Lip Pinion Seal (Part No.41210)

    Adapter Sleeve Fro GM 7.2", 7.625" & 8.0" Yokes To Use Triple Lip Pinion Seal

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    Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly replacement outer stub for D44 ’87-’94 Wrangler with a length of 8.31″ and 27 splines. Yukon 4340 Chrome-Moly axles provide up to 50% increased strength over stock axles for use in extreme performance applications with large tires and high horsepower. Yukon’s 4340 axles are manufactured using the latest technologies and the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life. Limited Lifetime warranty covers manufacturing defects and axle breakage for as long as you own the vehicle. This warranty is not transferable to another party. “No Questions Asked” replacement for first warranty return, however Yukon reserves the right to either replace axle or refund original purchase price after the first warranty claim. Yukon (through Randy’s ring & pinion) makes final determination on warranty considerations.

    Product Features:
    • 27 spline
    • 8.31″ long
    • Fits Dana Spicer 30 in 1987-1994 Wrangler
    • Outer stub
    • 5-760X U-joint size
    • 4340 Chromoly
    • For WARN hub conversion only
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    Yukon Gear – Mini Spool For GM 7.5" With 26 Spline Axles (Part No.32228)

    Mini Spool For GM 7.5" With 26 Spline Axles

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    $277.99
    Mini spools are a low-cost traction option for vehicles looking for full-time lockup. The mini spool installs into a standard open carrier and give 100% power to both tires at all times. These units are not recommended for street-driven vehicles. We recommend full spools for vehicles with large tires or high horsepower. These units come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

    Product Features:
    • Fits GM 7.5″ with 26 spline axles
    • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
    • Installs into standard open carrier case
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    USA Standard Gear – Axle Shaft For ’68-’72 Chevelle & ’70 Camaro (Part No.35058)

    Axle Shaft For '68-'72 Chevelle & '70 Camaro

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    USA Standard axle shaft for ’68-’72 Chevelle & ’70 Camaro. 12 bolt differential, 30 1/8″ long, 30 spline.

    Product Features:
    • Fits 1968-1972 Chevelle and 1970 Camaro with 12 bolt differential
    • 30 spline
    • 30 1/8″ long
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    1981 Pontiac Firebird Differentials

    Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Pontiac Firebird. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 258 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $1,566.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 3,584 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars and Bearings with 3.9 stars.

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

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

    Popular Driveworks Differentials

    We carry Driveworks parts in our stock across Differential Pinion Seals categories, plus more. For a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, our most popular Driveworks Differentials include:
    Oil Seal
    from $7.79
    (1)
    Oil Seal
    Differential Pinion Seals

    Top 1981 Pontiac Firebird Differentials from Felpro

    Felpro products are another trusted brand when it comes to Differentials for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird. Popular Felpro parts include:
    Differential Cover Gasket
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    (195)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

    FAQs for 1981 Pontiac Firebird Differentials

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

    Out of 258 Differentials for the 1981 Pontiac Firebird, the most popular in our inventory are:
    DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
    from $35.99
    (17)
    DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
    Differential Oil
    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

    What are the top-rated 1981 Pontiac Firebird Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your 1981 Pontiac Firebird based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
    from $5.99
    (11)
    Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
    “great”
    Bearings
    from $23.99
    (7)
    Bearings
    “Good price”
    Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
    from $156.99
    (5)
    Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo
    “was delivered as promised and on time”