1987 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Find your specific 1987 Ford Thunderbird original or aftermarket Differentials below. Order your parts online and have delivered to your home or pick up in-store at Advance Auto.

Essential 1987 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

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$6.29

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$389.99

Yukon Performance 2-3/16″ deck steel spool for 9″ Ford with 40 spline axles. Spool uses 2″ journal bearings (45 degree). 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.

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Fits Ford 9″ with 40 spline axles
Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
Not recommended for street driven vehicles

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$262.99

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

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Direct replacement – this differential clutch kit provides the necessary components for repairing the original equipment on specific vehicles.
Quality materials – all components are built for reliable longevity and performance.
Smart solution – provides original equipment fit and function for a competitive price compared to original manufacturer
Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States

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$10.99

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Trac Loc spring plate for Ford 8″ and 9″

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$6.99

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

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35 spline
8 x 3.96″ bolt pattern
Cut to length design fits 40″-43.5″ applications
Fits Dana Spicer 60, 70 and 80

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$789.99

Fits Ford 7.5″
28 spline
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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$48.99

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$38.99

8.6″ GM 99-08 PINION Bearing & SEAL KIT .

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Pilot bearing
Fits Ford 9″
0.656″ thick

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$439.99

Yukon Master Overhaul kits give you all the high quality parts you need to start & finish every differential job. Yukon offers more tailor-made kits than any other manufacturer in the industry to meet your specific installation needs. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with high quality seals and small parts. Included in this kit are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), Thread locking compound, marking compound with brush, and gasket. Yukon’s Master Overhaul kits are the most comprehensive and complete kits on the market. They do extensive research to ensure that every kit is specially tailored to your application. Does not include shims.

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Fits Ford 9 3/8″
Included are Timken bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, pilot bearing, thread locker, marking compound with brush, and gasket.

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$84.99

7.5″ Ford notched cross pin shaft. Not Auburn gear. This cross pin shaft is not compatible with Powertrax Lock Rights or Spartan Lockers.

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Notched cross pin shaft for Ford 7.5″
3.73 and up ratios
Not compatible with Spartan Locker or Powertrax Lock Right

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$19.78

Pinion Seal

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$242.99

Yukon yoke for Ford 9″ with 28 spline pinion and a 1330 U/joint size. 5″ length. 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.125″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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Fits Ford 9″
28 spline
1330 u-joint size
Outside snap ring design
3.625″ snap ring span
1.125″ cap diameter
U-bolt style

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$239.99

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

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All products are designed to meet or exceed OE quality, form, fit and funtion.

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$59.99

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Super carrier shim kit for Ford 7.5″, GM 7.5″, 7.625″, 7.6″ IFS, 7.6″ IRS, 7.75″, 8.2″, 8.2″ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac and GM 8.5″ front and rear
Interlocking design makes installation much easier

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$369.99

Yukon Ring & Pinion sets give you the confidence of knowing you’re running gears designed for the harshest of conditions. Whether it’s on the street, off-road, or at the track; Yukon ring & pinion sets deliver unrivaled performance & quality. Yukon uses the latest designs and manufacturing technologies to provide a quiet running gear that is strong and easy to set up. All Yukon ring & pinion sets come standard with a one-year warranty.

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Fits standard rotation Ford 8.8″
8.80″ ring gear diameter
30 spline pinion
10 ring gear bolts
3.31 ratio

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$12.99

Royal Purple HMX SAE 5W-30 High-Mileage Synthetic Motor Oil, 1 quart is specifically designed to minimize wear and restore lost performance in engines with more than 75,000 miles. Formulated with robust zinc/phosphorus anti-wear compounds combined with Royal Purple’s proprietary additive technology Synerlec, HMX is chemically enhanced to revitalize hardened seals, reducing oil consumption common in high-mileage engines. In addition, HMX is fortified with stout detergents to remove engine build-up and deposits, maintain cleanliness and promote engine longevity.

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Specifically designed to minimize wear and restore lost performance in engines with more than 75,000 miles
Formulated with robust zinc/phosphorus anti-wear compounds combined with royal purple’s proprietary additive technology
Hmx is chemically enhanced to revitalize hardened seals, reducing oil consumption common in high-mileage engines
Reduces friction and metal-to-metal contact for peak engine performance
Also provides outstanding oxidation resistance to safely extend oil drain intervals, and an ionic attraction to metal surfaces, providing protection and minimizing wear at start-up
High-Mileage Formula: Specifically designed for engines with more than 75,000 miles, this full synthetic engine oil helps minimize wear and restore lost performance.

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$52.99

Spectre’s Differential Covers are made to OEM specifications and are triple chrome plated for a lasting shine. Designed to protect the intricate moving parts of the differential, Spectre’s covers add an extra layer of protection to the vehicle’s underside. Featuring a 10-bolt design and fits the following vehicles with 7.5 inch ring gears: 1979-2003 Ford Mustang/Capri V8, 1982-2003 Ford Ranger, 1984-1997 Ford Aerostar, 1982-1992 Ford Bronco II, and 1994-2003 Mazda 2300/3000 differentials. Includes 10 SAE standard chrome bolts for installation. You’ll need to supply your own bolts if your application requires metric bolts.

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10 chrome 5/16 inch -18 x 3/4 inch differential cover bolts
10-bolt design
Triple chrome plated for a lasting shine
Precision engineered for a perfect fit

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$209.99

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Spider gear kit
Fits Ford 8.8″ 31 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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$8.99

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

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Outer oil slinger for Ford 10.25″, 7.5″, 8.8″ and 9″ also Jeep JK and Nissan Titan rear

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$12.34

Differential Pinion

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$45.99

All Motive Gear products are engineered for their specific application and manufactured in state of the art facilities. All of our products undergo rigid quality control processes to insure proper fit, performance and longevity. Motive Gear products can be found in the winners circle at NHRA, IHRA, NMRA, NMCA, SODA, SCORE, BITD, Ultra-4 and NASCAR events because we offer unmatched selection and quality demanded by racers and their crew chiefs – the same quality and selection demanded by DIY customers and top mechanics. With four warehouses strategically located across North America, most Motive Gear orders arrive within 2-4 days. Win with Motive Gear!

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$789.99

The Yukon Dura Grip provides aggressive yet smooth traction to give you the confidence & performance you need. Get longer life and better traction with the heavy duty Yukon Dura Grip Positraction. The Yukon Trac Loc uses a nodular case, billet side hat, and forged internals for higher strength than stock Trac-Locs. The units use composite clutches for high performance and long life. All units are Rebuildable. Yukon offers a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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Fits Ford 9″ with 31 spline axles
Trac Loc positraction
Clutch style positraction
Street design
Internal gears are manufactured using forged 4320 steel and cut to provide stronger teeth
Fully rebuildable
Assembled in the USA

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$184.99

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.

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Fits Ford 7.5″
Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.

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$242.99

Axle shaft damaged or bearings worn out? This axle shaft directly replaces the original equipment on certain vehicles, complete with all necessary application-specific installation components.

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Direct replacement – this axle shaft replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle years, makes and models.
Complete kit – each shaft includes critical installation hardware and components needed for specific vehicle applications.
Durable construction – designed to rigorous standards and tested to ensure performance
Trustworthy solution – backed by team of engineers and quality control specialists in the United States

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$156.99

Spindle nut washer for Dana 28, ’92 & down. This replaces Spicer part number 40075.

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Spider gear kit
Fit Ford 7.5″ open differential
Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.

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$9.79

Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

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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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$76.99

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Pinion depth shim kit
Fits Ford 9″ with 7/16″ pinion support bolts

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$7.49

High-quality Differential Component Shim

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SHIM KIT FITS-8.25-F7.5-AMC20-GM0

Popular 1987 Ford Thunderbird Differentials Categories

Differential Oil

Rear Differential Cover Gaskets

Differential Open Unit and Components

Differential Covers

Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolts

Differential Bearings

Differential Axle Shafts

Differential Pinion Pilot Bearings

Differential Cover Bolts

Differential Carriers

Differential Bearing Kits

Front Differential Pinion Bearings

Differential Spider Gear Kits

Differential Rebuild Kits

Differential Carrier Shim Kits

Differential Pinion Seals

Differential Disc Kits

Differential Clutch Packs

Differential Mini Spools

Differential Ring and Pinions

Differential End Yokes

Differential Spools

Differential Carrier Bearings

Differential Lock Springs

Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

Differential Pinion Bearing Kits

Complete Differentials

Differential Ring Gear Bolts

Bearing Race Drivers

Differential Carrier Bearing Shims

Differential Crush Sleeves

Differential Side Bearing Spacers

Differential Pinion Shims

Differential Pinion Shaft Nuts

Differential Gear Install Kits

Differential Cross Pins

Differential Side Gear Thrust Washers

Differential Pinion Gear Thrust Washers

Differential Drive Pinion Oil Deflectors

Auxiliary Shaft Bearings

Limited Slip Differential Assemblies

Differential Spider and Pinion Gear Kits

Differential Pinion Bearing Spacers

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1987 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 211 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $1,566.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1987 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 17 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1987 Ford Thunderbird. FELPRO, Yukon Gear, and Dorman are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Differentials for your 1987 Ford Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 1,002 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Master Bearing Kit – Timken with 4.0 stars and Wheel Bearing and Seal Kit with 3.8 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1987 Ford Thunderbird 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 1987 Ford Thunderbird Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1987 Ford Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

Popular Powertrax Differentials

We carry Powertrax parts in our stock across Complete Differentials categories, plus more. For a 1987 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Powertrax Differentials include: