1981 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

Essential 1981 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS201028)

Grip LS Traction System

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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!
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Yukon Gear – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56072)

The Carrier Bearing Puller

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$883.99
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 one ton applications including 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
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National – Bearings (Part No.LM67048)

Bearings

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$9.29
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 – Positraction Internals For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck With 33 Spline Axles (Part No.16040)

Positraction Internals For GM 12 Bolt Car And Truck With 33 Spline Axles

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$305.99
Yukon positraction internals for GM 12P and 12T with 33 spline axles. 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 GM 12 bolt passenger car with 33 spline Dura Grip positraction
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – 1541H Alloy Rear Axle For ’82-’89 GM 7.5" Camaro (Disc Brakes) (Part No.21587)

1541H Alloy Rear Axle For '82-'89 GM 7.5" Camaro (Disc Brakes)

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$274.99
Yukon 1541H alloy rear axle for ’82-’89 GM 7.5″ Camaro (disc brakes) with a length of 30-5/16 inches and 26 splines. 2.775″ hub. 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 C-clip axle.

Product Features:
  • 26 spline
  • 30 5/16″ long
  • Fits GM 7.5″ in 1982-1989 Camaro
  • Disc brakes only
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Yukon Gear – Conversion Kit (Part No.41184)

Conversion Kit

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$289.99
Product Features:
  • Fits GM 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac
  • Adapt GM gears for BOP housing
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National – Bearings (Part No.HM89249)

Bearings

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$28.99
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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Yukon Gear – Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33046)

Ring Gear Bolt

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$6.99
Ring gear bolt for GM 12 bolt car & truck, 8.2″, 8.2″ for Buick/Olds/Pontiac, 63-79 Corvette & 55-62 GM Car & Truck. 3/8″ x 24.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, 1955-1964 passenger car and truck, GM 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac and 1963-1979 Corvette
  • 3/8″ x 24 thread
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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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$153.99
Product Features:
  • Positraction spring kit
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ Dura Grip
  • Includes preload plates
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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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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 – Forged Yoke For GM 12P And 12T With A 1350 U/Joint Size (Part No.41069)

Forged Yoke For GM 12P And 12T With A 1350 U/Joint Size

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Yukon forged yoke for GM 12P and 12T with a 1350 U/joint size (stronger than billet). 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck
  • 30 spline
  • 1350 u-joint size
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.188″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • U-bolt style
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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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Spicer – SPICER U-JOINT (Part No.5-1310-1X)

SPICER U-JOINT

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$44.99
SPICER U-JOINT

National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.5200)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$12.99
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:
  • 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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Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.CSPGM75)

Differential Cross Shaft

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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 Nut Washer (Part No.33167)

Pinion Nut Washer

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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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Yukon Gear – C/Clip For GM 7.5", 7.6" & 8" (Part No.33082)

C/Clip For GM 7.5", 7.6" & 8"

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Product Features:
  • c-clip for GM 7.5″, 7.625″ and 8.0″
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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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USA Standard Gear – Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 7.5" In A 3.42 Ratio (Part No.36195)

Ring & Pinion Gear Set For GM 7.5" In A 3.42 Ratio

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$344.99
USA Standard ring & pinion sets are the right choice to add confidence to your install. USA Standard Gear offers a full line of ring & pinion sets for a variety of common & hard to find applications. USA standard gear offers a standard one year warranty against defects on their ring & pinion sets.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.6″
  • 7.50″ ring gear diameter
  • 27 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 3.42 ratio
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Bare Case For GM 8.5" & 8.6" Dura Grip (Part No.20107)

Replacement Bare Case For GM 8.5" & 8.6" Dura Grip

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$386.99
Replacement bare case for GM 8.5″ & 8.6″ Yukon Dura Grip. Fits both 28 & 30 spline applications. This carrier case is for a Yukon Dura Grip ONLY. It is NOT a replacement carrier for a stock positraction.

Product Features:
  • Dura Grip positraction carrier case
  • Does not include spider gears
  • Fits GM 8.5″ and 8.6″
  • Fits 2.76 and up ratios only
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Yukon Gear – Steel Cover For GM 7.5" & 7.625" (Part No.32331)

Steel Cover For GM 7.5" & 7.625"

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$67.99
Product Features:
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″
  • Steel
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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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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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$10.99
Product Features:
  • Clutch guide
  • Fits GM 7.5″ and 7.625″ Dura Grip
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National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99125)

Shaft Repair Sleeve

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$27.49
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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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.1104)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$12.99


Product Features:
  • KIT SHIM
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Yukon Gear – 14 Plate Duragrip Composite Clutches For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron ‘Vette (Part No.16064)

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

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$373.99
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
  • Composite clutches
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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55029)

Differential Cover Gasket

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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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1981 Pontiac Firebird Drivetrains

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