1997 Ford Explorer Differential Carriers

Your 1997 Ford Explorer might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Differential Carriers you desperately need.

We currently carry 8 Differential Carriers to choose from for your 1997 Ford Explorer, and our inventory prices range from as little as $245.99 up to $1,099.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 2 different trusted brands of Differential Carriers for the 1997 Ford Explorer. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Yukon Gear so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

Have parts delivered straight to your home, or find the nearest Advance Auto Parts store to check out our Differential Carriers stock in-person!

Differential Carriers for Your 1997 Ford Explorer

Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.20077)

Standard Open Carrier Case, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$245.99
8.8″ 31 spline standard Open case (7/8 X-PIN HOLE).

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
  • Does not include spider gears
  • 0.875″ cross pin shaft diameter
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case & Spiders, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.20070)

Standard Open Carrier Case & Spiders, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$402.99
Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case and spiders
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
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Yukon Gear – Grizzly Locker, Ford 8.8" With 31 Splines (Part No.28031)

Grizzly Locker, Ford 8.8" With 31 Splines

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$1099.99
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 a forged case and 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 Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
  • Patented internal design reduces common locker failures
  • 8620 internals for added strength
  • Assembled in the USA
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Yukon Gear – Trac Loc Positraction, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline, With Carbon Fiber Clutches (Part No.20130)

Trac Loc Positraction, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline, With Carbon Fiber Clutches

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$749.99
Yukon Trac Loc positraction, Ford 8.8″, 31 spline, with Carbon Fiber clutches.

Product Features:
  • Trac Loc positraction carrier case
  • Includes spider gears
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
  • Carbon fiber clutches
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Powertrax – Grip LOK Traction System (Part No.LK443527)

Grip LOK Traction System

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$681.99
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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Powertrax – Grip LOK Traction System (Part No.LK444430)

Grip LOK Traction System

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$658.99
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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Powertrax – Grip PRO Traction System (Part No.GT443527)

Grip PRO Traction System

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$526.69
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 – Dura Grip Case For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.20073)

Dura Grip Case For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$386.99
Product Features:
  • Dura Grip positraction carrier case
  • Does not include spider gears
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
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FAQs for 1997 Ford Explorer Differential Carriers

What are the most popular Differential Carriers for the 1997 Ford Explorer?

With 2 brands you can trust, our most popular Differential Carriers for the 1997 Ford Explorer parts are:
Standard Open Carrier Case, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline
from $245.99
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Standard Open Carrier Case, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline
Differential Carriers
Standard Open Carrier Case & Spiders, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline
from $402.99
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Standard Open Carrier Case & Spiders, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline
Differential Carriers
Dura Grip Case For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline
from $386.99
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Dura Grip Case For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline
Differential Carriers