1988 GMC R2500 Differentials

Essential 1988 GMC R2500 Differentials

Yukon Gear – Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 33 Spline GM 9.25" IFS And GM 9.5" Axles (Part No.16060)

Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For 33 Spline GM 9.25" IFS And GM 9.5" Axles

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$317.99
Yukon standard open spider gear kit for 9.5″ GM rear and ’06 and earlier GM 9.25″ IFS with 33 spline axles. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits GM 9.5″ open differential
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Grizzly Locker For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck With 30 Spline Axles (Part No.28015)

Grizzly Locker For GM 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck With 30 Spline Axles

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$859.99
The Yukon Grizzly Locker is the ultimate in locking differentials for street, off-road, & drag racing. Grizzly Lockers provide 100% power to both tires, while still allowing for disengagement while negotiating turns. The Yukon Grizzly locker is a mechanical locking differential. It features 8620 internals for maximum strength. It’s patented design reduces common locker failures. All units assembled in the USA! All Grizzly Lockers are backed by the best warranty in the business! Yukon covers the replacement unit and covers any collaterally damaged parts and associated labor, up to $2,000!

Product Features:
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • Installs into standard open carrier
  • Patented internal design reduces common locker failures
  • 8620 internals for added strength
  • Assembled in the USA
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.3896)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$15.99
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 o
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Yukon Gear – Pilot Bearing For 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck, 2.050" O.D. (Part No.18041)

Pilot Bearing For 10.5" 14 Bolt Truck, 2.050" O.D.

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$57.99
Pilot bearing for 10.5″ 14 bolt truck, 2.050″ O.D.

Product Features:
  • Pilot bearing
  • Fits GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 2.050″ O.D.
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Motive Gear – Axle Shaft (Part No.MG1615)

Axle Shaft

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$173.99
The Motive Gear replacement axle shaft offers an OE-quality axle shaft at a fraction of the OE cost. Manufactured from 1541H material on high-tolerance CNC equipment, this axle shaft is designed to provide a perfect fit every time.

Product Features:
  • AXLE SHAFT 9.5″ 33 SPL. R&L 8 & UP 31 13/16 OA
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National – Bearings (Part No.LM501310)

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 – 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.33050)

10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Ring Gear Bolt

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$11.99
10.5″ GM 14 bolt truck ring gear bolt 4.56 & up. 9/16″ x 18. 2.522″ overall length.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 4.56 and up ratio
  • 1/2″ x 18 thread
  • 2.522″ overall length
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Dorman – Help – Pinion Crush Sleeves (Part No.81057)

Pinion Crush Sleeves

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$5.29
This differential crush sleeve is designed to match the fit and function of the original sleeve on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential crush sleeve is designed to match the fit and function of the original sleeve on specified vehicles
  • Required replacement – when servicing the differential
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Spectre – GM Diff Cover Truck 14 Bolt (Part No.6086)

GM Diff Cover Truck 14 Bolt

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$62.99
Spectre’s Chrome GM Differential Covers feature a 14 bolt design and include the chrome bolts and gasket needed for an easy install. Made to OEM specifications these differential covers are triple chrome plated ensuring they perform as well as they look. This product fits the following vehicles with a 10.5 inch ring gear: 73-’87 Chevy/GMC 3/4 & 1 Ton 2/4WD (rear), ’75-’00 Chevy/GMC Dually 2/4WD (rear), ’88-’99 Suburban 3/4 Ton 2/4WD (rear). Includes 14 SAE standard chrome bolts for installation. You’ll need to supply your own bolts if your application requires metric bolts.

Product Features:
  • Fits the following vehicles with a 10.5 inch ring gear: 73-’87 Chevy/GMC 3/4 & 1 Ton 2/4WD (rear), ’75-’00 Chevy/GMC Dually 2/4WD (rear), ’88-’99 Suburban 3/4 Ton 2/4WD (rear).
  • Triple chrome plated steel construction
  • 14 bolt design
  • 14 chrome 5/16 inch -18 x 3/4 inch differential cover bolts included
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Pro-King – Differential Pinion Gear Washer (Part No.744A216)

Differential Pinion Gear Washer

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$3.19
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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National – Bearings (Part No.HM804810)

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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Valvoline – MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.VV324)

MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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$12.79
Product Features:
  • High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks
  • Long-life friction modifiers and premium base oils help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
  • Enhanced cleaning additives help reduce varnish formation and keep the transmission running properly longer
  • Engineered with a unique blend of viscosity modifiers and base oils to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.GM10.5-488X)

Differential Ring and Pinion

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$276.99


Product Features:
  • GM 14BL 10.5 R/P 4.88 THICK MG
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Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM9.5IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$58.49


Product Features:
  • MINI-INSTLTN KT-9 1/2″ GM
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip Positraction For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck, 4.10 & Down (Part No.26030)

Dura Grip Positraction For 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck, 4.10 & Down

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$1110.00
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 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 4.10 ratio and down only
  • 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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Motive Gear – Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R14RMKH)

Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo

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$163.99
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:
  • GM 10.5 MASTER BRG & SEAL KIT 14BLT ’72-88, 410 & DOWN
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Yukon Gear – Set Up Bearing (Part No.56041)

Set Up Bearing

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$152.99
Set-up bearing (one bearing). HM803149. No return.

Product Features:
  • Set up bearing
  • Fits HM803149 pinion bearing
  • Easily slips on and off pinion journal to allow for pinion depth adjustment
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Pro-King – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.743B303)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$3.49
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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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55387)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$7.99
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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Dorman – Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly (Part No.697-553)

Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly

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$221.99
Worn or damaged differential end yoke causing driveline vibrations? This direct replacement end yoke matches the original equipment part for a trustworthy repair and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential end yoke matches the fit and construction of the original yoke
  • Excellent value – this replacement end yoke offers original equipment quality at a fraction of the price of dealer parts
  • Quality materials – this end yoke is machined from cast iron for strength and is precision machined for reliability
  • Validated fit – this differential end yoke has been tested to confirm accurate fit
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Depth Shims For Chrysler 8.75", 9.25", GM 9.5" & Ford 10.25" (Part No.55059)

Pinion Depth Shims For Chrysler 8.75", 9.25", GM 9.5" & Ford 10.25"

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8.75-42, 8.75-89, 9.25″ Chrysler & GM, 9.5″, 10.25″ pinion shim kit.

Product Features:
  • Pinion depth shim kit for Chrysler 8.75″ with ’42’ or ’89’ case housing, Chrysler 9.25″, GM 9.5″ and Ford 10.25″
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.1102)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$9.49


Product Features:
  • KIT SHIM PINION
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Nut (Part No.15994582)

Differential Pinion Nut

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$17.99


Product Features:
  • NUT PINION – 14 BOLT
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Yukon Gear – 10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Pinion Nut (Part No.33148)

10.5" GM 14 Bolt Truck Pinion Nut

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$48.99
10.5″ GM 14 bolt truck pinion nut. 1 1/2″ socket, 15/16″ x 16 thread.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for GM 10.5″ 14 bolt truck
  • 15/16″ x 16 thread
  • 1.5″ socket
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open And Gov-Loc Cross Pin Bolt With M10X1.5 Thread For 9.5" And 9.25" GM IFS (Part No.33342)

Standard Open And Gov-Loc Cross Pin Bolt With M10X1.5 Thread For 9.5" And 9.25" GM IFS

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$23.99
Product Features:
  • Cross pin bolt
  • Fits GM 9.5″ and 9.25″ IFS
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Dorman – Help – Differential Shaft Lock Bolt (Part No.81048)

Differential Shaft Lock Bolt

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$5.99
This differential pinion shaft lock bolt is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential pinion shaft lock bolt matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this bolt is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier (Part No.6258340)

Differential Carrier

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$205.99


Product Features:
  • GM10.5″ 14 BOLT OPEN EMPTY CASE 4:56 & UP
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1988 GMC R2500 Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1988 GMC R2500. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 96 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $1.89 to $591.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1988 GMC R2500 running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 13 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1988 GMC R2500. Valvoline, Felpro, and Driveworks 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 1988 GMC R2500, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 2,140 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Rear Differential Cover with 4.4 stars and Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1988 GMC R2500 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 1988 GMC R2500 Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1988 GMC R2500 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 R2500 the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

FAQs for 1988 GMC R2500 Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1988 GMC R2500?

Out of 96 Differentials for the 1988 GMC R2500, the most popular in our inventory are:
Tapered Cone/Cup Wheel Bearing Set
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(14)
Tapered Cone/Cup Wheel Bearing Set
Differential Bearings
Differential Cover Gasket
from $6.79
(13)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
Differential Cover Gasket
from $7.99
(20)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets

What are the top-rated 1988 GMC R2500 Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1988 GMC R2500 based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Rear Differential Cover
from $36.99
(15)
Rear Differential Cover
“For as it should”
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
from $5.99
(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
“great”
Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo
from $156.99
(5)
Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo
“was delivered as promised and on time”