1985 GMC C3500 Differentials

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Keep Your 1985 GMC C3500 in Top Shape with Quality Differentials

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Differential, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1985 GMC C3500 looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Differential Oil, Rear Housing Cover Gaskets, and Differential Covers. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Top-Rated Differentials from Trusted Brands

Looking for a reliable Differential? We’ve got you covered with options from brands you know and trust like Valvoline, Felpro, and National. For example, Valvoline Differentials start at just $12.99 with an average 4.8 star rating. Felpro and National offer similar pricing and quality, backed by strong customer feedback. With over 2,868 reviews and a solid 5 star average, you can shop with confidence knowing other GMC C3500 owners approve.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1985 GMC C3500 Differential at Advance Auto Parts is around $246.76, with a range that starts at $1.89 and goes up to $1,566.99. With 187 options in stock from 13 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Axle Housing Cover Gasket: Irregular Shaped 14 Bolt Hole Gasket, 3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive, and 3 Qt – Penzoil 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil start at just $8.29 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Differential, don’t forget to check out other key components like Drive Shafts and Axles and Universal Joints. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1985 GMC C3500 in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1985 GMC C3500 Differentials

Yukon Gear – Differential (Part No.26044)

Differential

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$1119.99
Differential

Powertrax – Grip LS Traction System (Part No.LS201030)

Grip LS Traction System

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$503.99
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!
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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 – Forged Replacement Yoke For Dana 60, Stronger Than Billet, With A 1350 U/Joint Size (Part No.41029)

Forged Replacement Yoke For Dana 60, Stronger Than Billet, With A 1350 U/Joint Size

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$266.99
Yukon forged replacement yoke for Dana 60, stronger than billet, with a 1350 U/joint size. 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. This yoke uses u-bolts. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U and 70HD
  • 29 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 – Replacement Carrier Shim Kit For Dana 60, 61 & 70U (Part No.55020)

Replacement Carrier Shim Kit For Dana 60, 61 & 70U

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$104.99
Product Features:
  • Carrier shims for Dana Spicer 60 and 70U
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Yukon Gear – Dana 60 & Dana 70 Power Lok Clutch Set (Steel & Fiber) (Part No.16155)

Dana 60 & Dana 70 Power Lok Clutch Set (Steel & Fiber)

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$181.99
Dana 60 & Dana 70 Power Lok clutch set (steel & fiber).

Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fit Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U and 70HD Powr Lok positraction
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Yukon Gear – Side Gear Thrust Washer For Dana 60, 70 & 80 (Part No.33532)

Side Gear Thrust Washer For Dana 60, 70 & 80

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$4.99
Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Dana Spicer 60, 70, 70U, 70HD and 80
  • Fits standard open differentials only
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Dorman – Differential Cover (Part No.697-703)

Differential Cover

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$46.99
This direct replacement differential cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment diff cover for a reliable, leak-free repair. It features a durable design, made to strict specifications, to help ensure reliable service life.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment diff cover on select vehicles
  • Reliable repair – the smart solution for fixing an existing cover that’s rusted, damaged or leaking differential fluid
  • Durable construction – this differential cover is made according to strict engineering standards to help ensure dependability
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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National – Multi-Purpose Bearing (Part No.R-1581-TV)

Multi-Purpose Bearing

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$33.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS — Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Controlled heat treatment process for strength and durability
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN — Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE — Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING — Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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Pennzoil – Synchromesh Manual Transmission Fluid, Enhances Synchronizer Performance (Part No.3501)

Synchromesh Manual Transmission Fluid, Enhances Synchronizer Performance

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$12.49
Designed for certain manual transaxles and manual transmissions used by General Motors or Chrysler, Pennzoil Synchromesh fluid provides excellent oxidation stability and low-temperature performance. It’s formulated with high-quality paraffinic base stocks, a fluidity modifier, multifunctional performance additives, corrosion inhibitors, a foam suppressor, and a shear stable viscosity index improver additive. Pennzoil Synchromesh also offers excellent synchronizer performance and compatibility with yellow metals (such as bronze, brass, and copper components found in manual transaxles and transmissions). This product will satisfactorily lubricate General Motors or Chrysler manual transaxles and transmissions from -40 degrees C to +150 degrees C.

Product Features:
  • Transmission fluid designed for certain manual transaxles and manual transmissions used by General Motors or Chrysler
  • Excellent low-temperature performance and oxidation stability
  • Excellent synchronizer performance
  • Excellent compatibility with yellow metals such as bronze, brass, and copper components found in manual transaxles and transmissions
  • Formulated with high-quality paraffinic base stocks, a fluidity modifier, and multifunctional performance additives
  • Meets GM Specification 998564; suitable for use in GM manual transaxles and transmissions requiring GM Part No. 12345349 or 12345577
  • Meets Chrysler specification MS-9224; suitable for use in Chrysler transaxles and transmissions requiring Part No. 0487446
  • For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical Help Desk and always consult your owner’s manual
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Yukon Gear – Dana 70 & Dana 80 Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft (Part No.33324)

Dana 70 & Dana 80 Standard Open Cross Pin Shaft

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$69.99
Dana 70 & Dana 80 standard Open cross pin shaft, one piece case.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft
  • Fits Dana Spicer 70 and 80
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For ’88 And Older 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Differential (Part No.13058)

Pinion Install Kit For '88 And Older 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Differential

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$349.99
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, 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 1988 and down GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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Victor Reinz – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.71-14868-00)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$9.99
With Victor Reinz gaskets, you can be sure you are getting sealing solutions that deliver OE quality gasket technology and engineering. That is because Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier and the trusted choice of manufacturers the world over, offering broad coverage for foreign and domestic cars and trucks. In Victor Reinz gasket sets, you get the right combination of components needed for fast, long-lasting repairs.

Product Features:
  • Choosing Victor Reinz assures getting OE quality parts in gaskets sets that have the coverage, contents, packaging and electronic cataloging to best meet the needs of the aftermarket.
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USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for the GM 10.5" 14T Differential, ’89-’98 (Part No.37045)

Master Overhaul Kit for the GM 10.5" 14T Differential, '89-'98

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$309.99
USA Standard Master Overhaul kits let you finish your install with confidence. This kit uses Koyo bearings and races. Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), threading locking compound, marking compound with brush and gasket.

Product Features:
  • Fits 1989-1997 GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pilot bearing, pinion seal, complete shim kit, pinion nut, crush sleeve, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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National – Bearing Race (Part No.382A)

Bearing Race

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$13.99
Manufactured with premium-grade steel, National taper bearing cups feature crowned raceways to ensure even load distribution.

Product Features:
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS – Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION – Crowned raceways for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN – Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE – Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING – Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.39022)

Standard Spider Gear Set For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$318.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck open differential
  • Includes two side gears, four pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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Felpro – Axle Housing Cover Gasket: Irregular Shaped 14 Bolt Hole Gasket (Part No.RDS 55063)

Axle Housing Cover Gasket: Irregular Shaped 14 Bolt Hole Gasket

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$8.29
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.9316)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$16.49
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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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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Yukon Gear – Replacement Pinion Depth Shims For Dana 80 (Part No.55024)

Replacement Pinion Depth Shims For Dana 80

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$79.99
Product Features:
  • Pinion depth shim kit
  • Fits Dana Spicer 80 4.125″ design
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Bearing Kit – Timken (Part No.R10.5CKT)

Differential Carrier Bearing Kit - Timken

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$93.99
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:
  • CARRIER BEARING KIT FRD 10.5″ W/TIM
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56014)

Bearing Race Driver

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$215.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits HM88510 race
  • All steel construction
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Yukon Gear – Steel Spool For Dana 80 With 37 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Up (Part No.32173)

Steel Spool For Dana 80 With 37 Spline Axles, 4.10 & Up

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$1060.00
Yukon Performance steel spool for 8Dana 80 with 37 spline axles, 4.10 & up. Yukon performance spools are made from the highest quality materials to ensure high strength and long life in performance applications. Spools provide 100% power to both tires at all times and are a lower cost alternative to lockers. Spools are not recommended for street driven vehicles. Yukon Performance spools come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Chrysler Dana Spicer 80 with 37 spline axles
  • 4.10 and up ratio only
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Not recommended for street driven vehicles
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Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.D70-488)

Differential Ring and Pinion

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$229.99


Product Features:
  • DANA-70 R/P 4.88 STD MG .625″ OFFSET
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.69-0171-1)

RngPnn

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$360.99
RngPnn

Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.55067)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$121.99
Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck. This kit contains a solid spacer & shim kit to eliminate the crush sleeve and set pinion bearing preload.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Outer Oil Baffle For Dana 80 (Part No.33004)

Replacement Outer Oil Baffle For Dana 80

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$19.99
Product Features:
  • Oil baffle
  • Fits Dana Spicer 80
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Yukon Gear – Dana 70 & Dana 80 Pinion Gear Thrust Washer (Part No.33288)

Dana 70 & Dana 80 Pinion Gear Thrust Washer

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$7.99
Dana 70 & Dana 80 pinion gear Thrust washer.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer for Dana Spicer 70 and 80
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Most Popular Differential Oil for 1985 GMC C3500s

Enhance your 1985 GMC C3500 with one of the 7 Differential Oil we have in stock, starting at just $12.99.

Valvoline – MaxLife Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon (Part No.773775)

MaxLife Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon

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$35.99
Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle ATF is a full-synthetic formulation with advanced additives to prevent the major causes of transmission breakdown and help extend transmission life.  Developed to help prevent leaks, maximize transmission performance, reduce transmission wear, and maintain smooth shifting longer than conventional fluids. It is suitable for use in a broad range of ATF applications including most Ford, GM, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes, Volvo, VW & Audi. Recommended for use in the following applications: GM DEXRON-II, DEXRON-III, DEXRON-VI, Ford MERCON LV, Toyota/Lexus Type T, T-II, T-IV, WS, Honda/Acura, ATF-Z1, Nissan/Infiniti Matic-D, Matic-J, Matric-K, Matic-S, Hyundai/Kia SP-II, SP-III, SP-IV, SPH-IV, BMW 7045E, ETL 8072B, LA2634, LT71141, Allison C-4, Mercedes Benz NAG-1, Volvo 1161521, 1161540, 97340, 1273.41, and VW/Audi G-052-025-A2, G-052-162-A1. For CVT applications Valvoline recommends Valvoline Full Synthetic CVT Fluid.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with full-synthetic base oils and long life friction modifiers to help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
  • High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks in high mileage transmissions
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Valvoline – High Performance Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Conventional 80W-90, 1 Quart (Part No.VV831)

High Performance Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Conventional 80W-90, 1 Quart

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$12.99
Valvoline High Performance Gear Oil is an extreme pressure gear lubricant formulated with quality base oils and superior additives that helps protect against severe temperatures, shock loads, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high speed, high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions.

Product Features:
  • Formulated for reliable gear protection
  • Protects against severe temperatures to help extend service life
  • Formulated with extreme-pressure additives to minimize gear wear from shock loads
  • Helps protect against gear wear from scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting
  • Recommended for conventional hypoid differentials and non-synchronized manual transmissions in passenger cars, light trucks, sport utility vehicles, vans and heavy-duty trucks where an API-GL5 or GL-4 fluid is specified
  • PLEASE NOTE: Valvoline recommends SynPower Full Synthetic Gear Oil for limited slip differentials
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Yukon Gear – 3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive (Part No.15003)

3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive

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$57.99
3 Qt. Penzoil 80W90 conventional gear Oil. W/ bottle of Posi additive.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of conventional oil and one 4oz bottle of Yukon positraction additive
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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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Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil With Positraction Additive – 4 Quarts (Part No.15005)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil With Positraction Additive - 4 Quarts

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$148.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil with positraction Additive. 4 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes four quarts of Redline Shockproof oil and one 4oz bottle of Yukon positraction additive
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Yukon Gear – Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil – 3 Quarts (Part No.15000)

Redline Synthetic "Shock Proof" Oil - 3 Quarts

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$99.99
Redline Synthetic “Shock Proof” Oil. 3 Quarts.

Product Features:
  • Includes three quarts of Redline Shockproof oil
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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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Best-Selling 1985 GMC C3500 Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

Upgrade your C3500 with one of our 2 best-selling Rear Housing Cover Gaskets, earning an average 4.75 stars rating across 14 reviews.

Felpro – Axle Housing Cover Gasket Irregular Shaped 10 Bolt Hole Gasket (Part No.RDS 6014)

Axle Housing Cover Gasket Irregular Shaped 10 Bolt Hole Gasket

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$17.99
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

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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Felpro – Axle Housing Cover Gasket: Irregular Shaped 14 Bolt Hole Gasket (Part No.RDS 55063)

Axle Housing Cover Gasket: Irregular Shaped 14 Bolt Hole Gasket

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$8.29
Fel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications. Designed for imperfect sealing surfaces and manufactured with proprietary materials, you can count on Fel-Pro for innovative sealing solutions for the real-world repair environment.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
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Top-Quality Differential Covers for 1985 GMC C3500s

Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Differential Cover for GMC C3500s and enjoy top-notch performance from $40.99.

Dorman – Differential Cover (Part No.697-703)

Differential Cover

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$46.99
This direct replacement differential cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment diff cover for a reliable, leak-free repair. It features a durable design, made to strict specifications, to help ensure reliable service life.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential cover matches the fit and function of the original equipment diff cover on select vehicles
  • Reliable repair – the smart solution for fixing an existing cover that’s rusted, damaged or leaking differential fluid
  • Durable construction – this differential cover is made according to strict engineering standards to help ensure dependability
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Yukon Gear – Steel Cover For Dana 70 (Part No.32322)

Steel Cover For Dana 70

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$149.99
Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 70
  • Steel
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Yukon Gear – Steel Cover For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.32345)

Steel Cover For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck

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$92.99
Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Steel
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Yukon Gear – Chrome Cover For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck (Part No.32013)

Chrome Cover For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck

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$59.99
Chrome cover for GM 14T.

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Chrome
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ATP – DIFF COVER KIT (Part No.111104)

DIFF COVER KIT

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$40.99
DIFF COVER KIT

Yukon Gear – Hardcore Diff Cover For Dana 50, Dana 60 & Dana 70 (Part No.32352)

Hardcore Diff Cover For Dana 50, Dana 60 & Dana 70

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$288.99
Product Features:
  • Nodular iron for added strength
  • Thick design
  • Durable powder coat finish
  • Magnetic drain plug
  • Made in USA
  • High strength stainless steel fasteners
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Top Picks for 1985 GMC C3500 Differential Bearings

Invest in one of our 4 durable Differential Bearings for your 1985 GMC, knowing you’re getting trusted brands and expert craftsmanship.

National – Bearing Race (Part No.382A)

Bearing Race

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$13.99
Manufactured with premium-grade steel, National taper bearing cups feature crowned raceways to ensure even load distribution.

Product Features:
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS – Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION – Crowned raceways for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN – Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE – Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING – Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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National – Tapered Roller Bearing Cone (Part No.469)

Tapered Roller Bearing Cone

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$43.99
Manufactured with premium-grade steel, National taper bearing cones feature crowned raceways and rollers to ensure even load distribution.

Product Features:
  • PREMIUM MATERIALS – Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • SMOOTH ROTATION – Crowned raceways and rollers for even load distribution
  • OE-STYLE DESIGN – Engineered to meet OE specifications
  • COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE – Industry-leading coverage for domestic and import applications
  • RIGOROUS TESTING – Comprehensive testing throughout design and development processes by National engineers for quality you can count on
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Schaeffler – Cone (Part No.K387-A)

Cone

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$46.99
With advanced load-carrying capacity and compact design, tapered roller bearings are used in wheel bearings, transmissions, differentials, transfer cases and other miscellanous applications. FAG manufacturers over 100 million tapered roller bearings annually.

Product Features:
  • High-precision and High-quality components used in all KITs
  • Coverage of classic and new high-tech solutions for the best system coverage
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Schaeffler – Cup (Part No.382A)

Cup

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$20.79
With advanced load-carrying capacity and compact design, tapered roller bearings are used in wheel bearings, transmissions, differentials, transfer cases and other miscellanous applications. FAG manufacturers over 100 million tapered roller bearings annually.

Product Features:
  • High-precision and High-quality components used in all KITs
  • Coverage of classic and new high-tech solutions for the best system coverage
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Rear Differential Cover Gaskets for 1985 GMC C3500s

Make a smart move for your 1985 GMC C3500 with products all priced from $3.99 to $13.99.

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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Pro-King – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.743B303)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$3.99
Pro-King is the leading supplier of transmission and driveline products in the aftermarket.

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds OE specifications
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Top-Rated Differential Brands For Your 1985 GMC C3500

When it comes to finding the perfect Differential for your 1985 GMC C3500, Advance Auto Parts has you covered with a wide selection of high-quality OEM and aftermarket options from 13 trusted brands. We carry the most popular Differential brands including Valvoline, Felpro, and National, and more, all known for their exceptional customer ratings (average brand rating of 4.8 stars) and competitive prices, as low as $8.29. Purchasing a Differential from us here at Advance Auto Parts is a smart move for both you and your 1985 GMC C3500, providing peace of mind with parts that meet or exceed OEM standards.

Popular Valvoline 1985 GMC C3500 Differentials

If you’re looking for a top-quality Differential for your 1985 GMC C3500, Advance Auto Parts has exactly what you need with our selection of Valvoline Differentials. We have 2 Valvoline Differentials in stock for this fitment, all known for their durability and precision fit. With prices starting at just $12.99 and an average cost of $24.49, you’ll find the perfect Differential for your needs and budget. Valvoline Differentials for the 1985 GMC C3500 come highly rated, with over 681 customer reviews and an impressive average rating of 4.8 stars. Choosing a Valvoline Differential from Advance Auto Parts is a smart move to ensure quality and value for your vehicle.
High Performance Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Conventional 80W-90, 1 Quart
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High Performance Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Conventional 80W-90, 1 Quart
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MaxLife Multi-Vehicle Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
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Top-Quality Felpro 1985 GMC C3500 Differentials

For those in search of a high-quality Differential for their 1985 GMC C3500, Advance Auto Parts offers a great selection of Felpro Differentials. With 2 Felpro Differentials in stock, you can trust you’re getting top-tier parts designed for durability and a perfect fit. Prices for these Differentials start at just $8.29, with an average price of $13.14, giving you a range of options to suit your budget. Backed by over 14 customer ratings and an average rating of 4.6 stars, Felpro Differentials provide both reliability and excellent performance. Choosing a Felpro Differential from Advance Auto Parts is a smart investment in your vehicle’s performance and longevity.
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FAQs for 1985 GMC C3500 Differentials

What are the best-selling Differentials for 1985 GMC C3500s?

Out of 187 Differentials that fit 1985 GMC C3500s, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1985 GMC C3500 Differentials?

The prices of Differentials for the 1985 GMC C3500 range from $1.89 up to $1,566.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Differential for a 1985 GMC C3500?

The average price for Differentials for the 1985 GMC C3500 is $246.76. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Differential category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Differentials for other GMC C3500 model years?

Yes, we carry Differentials for 18 model years of GMC C3500s between 1979 and 1999. The following model years are the most popular for Differential purchases: 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, and 1991.

What are the cheapest Differentials for my 1985 GMC C3500?

The cheapest 1985 GMC C3500 Differentials we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Differentials for any other 1985 GMC models?

Yes. We stock Differentials for 23 other popular 1985 GMC models. Some of the most popular are 1985 Jimmy Differentials, 1985 K2500 Differentials, 1985 C2500 Differentials, 1985 K1500 Differentials, and 1985 C1500 Differentials.

What types of Differentials do you sell for my 1985 GMC C3500?

As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Differentials for a 1985 GMC C3500:

Can I get help with 1985 GMC C3500 Differential orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about GMC Differentials and more.

What is your return policy for GMC C3500 Differentials?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new GMC C3500 Differentials and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.