1997 Ford Explorer Differentials

Essential 1997 Ford Explorer Differentials

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 – The Carrier Bearing Puller (Part No.56034)

The Carrier Bearing Puller

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$689.99
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 most standard one ton applications. This unit is works with differentials up to one-ton applcations. It is not compatible with 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
  • Not compatible with Dana 70HD, Dana 80, Ford 10.25″ and 10.5″ or Gm and Chrysler 11.5″ applications
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USA Standard Gear – Bearing Kit For ’09 & Down Ford 8.8" (Part No.58007)

Bearing Kit For '09 & Down Ford 8.8"

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$153.99
This kit uses Koyo bearings and races along with all high quality small parts. kit includes carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), marking compound and br

Product Features:
  • Fits 2009 and down Ford 8.8″
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, pinion nut, crush sleeve, marking compound and brush.
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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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Motive Gear – Differential Clutch Pack (Part No.F8.8CPK)

Differential Clutch Pack

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$123.99


Product Features:
  • CLUTCH PACK KIT 8.8″ FORD 1 KIT PER UNIT
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Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.D35-456)

Differential Ring and Pinion

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$187.99


Product Features:
  • DANA-35 R/P 4.56 STD
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Yukon Gear – 1541H Alloy 5 Lug Right Hand Rear Axle For ’91-’94 Ford 8.8" Explorer (Part No.21191)

1541H Alloy 5 Lug Right Hand Rear Axle For '91-'94 Ford 8.8" Explorer

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$282.99
Yukon 1541H alloy 5 lug right hand rear axle for ’91-’94 Ford 8.8″ Explorer with a length of 27-13/16″ inches and 31 splines. 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:
  • 31 spline
  • 5 lug
  • 27 13/16″ long
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ in 1991-1994 Explorer
  • Right hand side
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33297)

Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford

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$8.99
Pinion gear thrust washer (0.750″ shaft) for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • 0.750″ I.D.
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National – Bearings (Part No.206)

Bearings

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$25.49
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
  • Controlled heat treating process for lasting performance and extended bearing life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Dorman – Differential Yoke including Seal and Pinion Nut (Part No.697-507)

Differential Yoke including Seal and Pinion Nut

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$48.99
A worn or damaged differential pinion flange can lead to driveline vibrations and fluid leaks. This part is designed to match the performance of the original equipment pinion flange on specified vehicles. It has been engineered to help restore a secure and reliable connection between the differential pinion and the drive shaft when the original flange is rusted, worn or damaged. It is made of rugged materials for reliable service and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential pinion flange is designed to match the performance of the original equipment flange on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – engineered to help restore a secure and reliable connection between the differential pinion and the drive shaft when the original flange is worn or damaged
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • 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 – Replacement Oil Baffle For Model 35 IFS Front, Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 IFS & Disconnect And Dana 50 (Part No.33002)

Replacement Oil Baffle For Model 35 IFS Front, Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 IFS & Disconnect And Dana 50

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$4.99
Product Features:
  • Oil baffle for Dana Spicer 30, Dana Spicer 44 IFS, Dana Spicer 50, AMC Model 35 IFS
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Nut (Part No.33154)

Pinion Nut

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$7.99
Pinion nut for Ford 7.5″, 8″, 8.8″, 9 3/8″ & 9″. 1 1/6″ socket, 3/4″ x 20 thread.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for Ford 7.5″, 8″ and 9″
  • 3/4″ x 20 thread
  • 1 1/6″ socket
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Ring Gear Bolt For Model 20, Grand Cherokee 35, "Super" Dana 30 & Dana 50 – 7/16" X 20 (Part No.33040)

Replacement Ring Gear Bolt For Model 20, Grand Cherokee 35, "Super" Dana 30 & Dana 50 - 7/16" X 20

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$3.99
Replacement ring gear bolt for Model 20, Grand Cherokee 35, “Super” Dana 30 & Dana 50. 7/16″ x 20.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for AMC Model 20, “Super” 35, Dana Spicer “Super” 30 and Dana Spicer 50
  • 7/16″ 20 thread
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS88-31)

Differential Mini Spool

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$101.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL 8.8 FORD 31SPL
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Yukon Gear – 8.8" Ford 3/4" Notched Cross Pin Shaft (0.750", ’85 And Older) (Part No.33432)

8.8" Ford 3/4" Notched Cross Pin Shaft (0.750", '85 And Older)

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$78.99
8.8″ Ford 3/4″ Notched cross pin shaft (0.750″, ’85 and older). This cross pin shaft is not compatible with Powertrax Lock Rights or Spartan Lockers.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • 0.750″ diameter
  • Notched
  • Not compatible with Spartan Lockers or Lock Rights
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Standard Open Carrier Case For Dana 30, 3.73 & Up (Part No.20026)

Replacement Standard Open Carrier Case For Dana 30, 3.73 & Up

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$164.99
Yukon replacement standard open carrier case for Dana 30, 3.73 & up, 1.943″ tall. If purchasing this case for a D30 JK front, you will need to also purchase spider gear set YPKD30-S-27.

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30
  • 3.73 and up ratio only
  • Does not include spider gears
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National – Bearings (Part No.M88010)

Bearings

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$10.49
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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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8.8" Trac Loc Posi, 31 Spline (Part No.39032)

Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8.8" Trac Loc Posi, 31 Spline

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$299.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ 31 spline Trac Loc positraction
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Carrier Installation Kit For Ford 8.8" Differential (Part No.57007)

Carrier Installation Kit For Ford 8.8" Differential

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$134.99
Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for Ford 8.8″ differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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Yukon Gear – Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.33516)

Trao Loc Spring For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$99.99
Product Features:
  • Trac Loc spring for Ford 8.8″
  • 31 spline applications only
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USA Standard Gear – Spartan Locker For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline, Includes Heavy-Duty Cross Pin Shaft (Part No.17005)

Spartan Locker For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline, Includes Heavy-Duty Cross Pin Shaft

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$649.99
The Spartan Locker, by USA Standard Gear, provides reliable traction at a low cost. Give your vehicle great traction and save some cash. Choose a Spartan Locker for better traction. The Spartan locker by USA standard gear is a mechanical locker that replaces the spiders in a standard case. The Spartan locker’s design does not use the thrust washers and has a revolutionary spring and pin design that makes installation a snap! The couplers and drivers are made from 9310 steel, for added strength. Each Spartan locker carries a one year warranty against defect.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles and 7/8″ cross pin shaft
  • Made from 9310 steel for added strength
  • Replaces the spiders in a standard carrier case
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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 – Trac Loc Positraction, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.20069)

Trac Loc Positraction, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$719.99
Product Features:
  • Trac Loc positraction
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.4105)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$22.79


Product Features:
  • FORD 9″ SOLID SPACER KIT
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Yukon Gear – Side Gear And Thrust Washer (0.875" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33300)

Side Gear And Thrust Washer (0.875" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford

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$11.99
Side gear thrust washer (0.875″ shaft) for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.875″ diameter cross pin shaft applications only
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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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Yukon Gear – Pinion Depth Shims For GM 8.25" IFS, 8.5", 12 Bolt Car, Ford 8.8" & Chrysler 8.25" (Part No.55009)

Pinion Depth Shims For GM 8.25" IFS, 8.5", 12 Bolt Car, Ford 8.8" & Chrysler 8.25"

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$27.99
8.25″ IFS, 8.5″, 12P, 7.5″ F, 8.8″ F, 8.25″ Chrysler pinion shim kit.

Product Features:
  • Pinion depth shims for GM 8.25″ IFS, 8.5″, 8.6″, 12 bolt passenger car, Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″, Chrysler 8.25″
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Yukon Gear – Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For Ford 8.8" & 7.5" (Part No.55040)

Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit For Ford 8.8" & 7.5"

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$96.99
2 piece solid spacer for Ford 8.8 and 7.5.

Product Features:
  • Crush sleeve eliminator kit for Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″
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1997 Ford Explorer Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1997 Ford Explorer. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 247 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $2,199.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1997 Ford Explorer running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 21 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1997 Ford Explorer. Valvoline, Felpro, and National 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 1997 Ford Explorer, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 2,445 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars and Bearings with 5.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1997 Ford Explorer 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 1997 Ford Explorer Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1997 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

FAQs for 1997 Ford Explorer Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1997 Ford Explorer?

Out of 247 Differentials for the 1997 Ford Explorer, the most popular in our inventory are:
Differential Cover Gasket
from $14.99
(121)
Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Housing Cover Gaskets
Multi Purpose Seal
from $11.99
(28)
Multi Purpose Seal
Differential Pinion Seals
Rear Differential Cover
from $34.99
(34)
Rear Differential Cover
Differential Covers

What are the top-rated 1997 Ford Explorer Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1997 Ford Explorer based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
from $5.99
(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
“great”
Bearings
from $15.99
(9)
Bearings
“as advertised”
Differential Master Bearing Kit - Timken
from $137.99
(8)
Differential Master Bearing Kit – Timken
“These Timken bearings work great in my 10 second drag car.”