1997 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

Name: Ring Gear Bolt
Brand: Motive Gear
SKU: D8OZ4216B
Price: 1.99 USD

Find your specific 1997 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird Differentials

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$1.99

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BOLT 9″ FORD OPEN R.G. SAME AS M-4216A200

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$8.29

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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$209.99

Yukon forged yoke for Ford 9″ with 35 spline pinion and a 1350 U/joint size (stronger than billet). 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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Fits Ford 9″
35 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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$59.99

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Super carrier shim kit for Ford 8.8″, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, GM 8.0″, 8.6″, 8.6″ IRS and 1963-1979 Corvette
Interlocking design makes installation much easier

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$10.49

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SOLID SPACER FORD 8.8″ & 9″

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$15.79

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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$28.49

National has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

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Low swell in hydrocarbon fluids
Design type: spring loaded; multi-lip
Provides good low temperature capability
Temperature range: -40°F to 225°F; -40°C to 107°C
Delivers quality and reliable performance for every type of repair

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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.

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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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$315.99

This differential ring and pinion directly replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle years, makes and models.

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Direct replacement – this ring and pinion set matches the fit and function of the original components on certain vehicle applications.
Effective fix – eliminates grinding and whining from failed original bearings.
Thoroughly tested – vehicle try-on testing and rigorous quality control measures ensure longevity
Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States

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$96.99

2 piece solid spacer for Ford 8.8 and 7.5.

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Crush sleeve eliminator kit for Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″

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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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$10.99

Standard Open & TracLoc pinion gear thrust washer for 7.5″ Ford.

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Pinion gear thrust washer
Fits Ford 7.5″

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$329.99

Yukon positraction internals for 8.8″ Ford with 31 spline axles. This kit fits Yukon Gura Grip & Eaton positractions. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. This kit does not include clutches. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

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Spider gear kit
Fits Ford 8.8″ with Yukon Dura Grip positraction with 31 spline axles
Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.

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$26.99

9″ Ford pinion nut, 35 spline Large pinion oversize.

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Pinion nut
Fits Ford 9″ with 35 spline pinion

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$99.99

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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$259.99

Premium Ring And Pinion Master Bearing And Installation Kit

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$19.99

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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$46.49

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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$8.99

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

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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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$109.99

Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for GM 8.2″ & 8.5″ differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

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Fits GM 7.5″, 7.625″ 8.2″ and 8.5″
Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit

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$51.99

One (1) specialty bearing race to adapt small bearing journal into a 3.250″ dropout. This adapter allows the use of a 28 or 31 spline carrier, positraction or locker in a 3.250″ dropout. This is a perfect solution if you are currently running 28 or 31 spline axles but are looking to upgrade to 35 spline later, or are stepping down from 35 spline but don’t want to buy a new dropout.

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Carrier race
Fits Ford 9″
Conversion race to install small bearing carrier into 3.250″ dropout

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$43.99

National® has built a reputation as one of the most respected names in the industry. We have offered premium sealing solutions for more than 75 years. Our design team keeps pace with the industry and provides advanced solutions for today’s vehicles.

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Designed to repair damaged, grooved or worn shafts
Durable stainless steel construction for corrosion-free sealing surface that surpasses most original shaft specifications
Ideal for a shaft where indications of seal wear, such as tracks or grooves have developed
Ultra-thin construction (0.01/0.25mm wall thickness) allows original seal size to be used with minimal additional lip loading
Easy to install with removable flange and installation tool
Installation tool reduces sleeve distortion and allows for installation without removal from the shaft

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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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$834.99

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 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.

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Fits Ford 8.8″ with 28 spline axles
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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$153.99

M802048 set-up bearing (one bearing). No return.

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Set up bearing
Fits M802048 pinion bearing
Easily slips on and off pinion journal to allow for easier pinion depth adjustment

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$40.99

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Made of Superior Hyper-Flex+ Material

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$1136.99

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!

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Fits Ford 8.8″ with 28 spline axles
Patented internal design reduces common locker failures
8620 internals for added strength
Assembled in the USA

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$42.99

Chrome cover for 7.5″ Ford.

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Fits Ford 7.5″
Chrome

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Differential Ring and Pinions

Differential End Yokes

Differential Carrier Bearings

Differential Carrier Bushings

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

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Differential Pinion Bearing Spacers

Differential Carrier Bearing Races

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1997 Ford Thunderbird. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 165 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 22 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1997 Ford Thunderbird. Royal Purple, Valvoline, and Yukon Gear 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 Thunderbird, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 608 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars and Differential Master Bearing Kit – Timken with 4.0 stars.

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

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1997 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird, our most popular Powertrax Differentials include: