1998 Ford Explorer Differentials

Essential 1998 Ford Explorer Differentials

Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55460)

Differential Cover Gasket

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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

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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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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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Shim Kit (Part No.1101)

Differential Carrier Shim Kit

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$8.49
High-quality Differential Carrier Shim Kit

Product Features:
  • CARRIER SHIMS 12 BOLT GM CAR & TRUCK ALSO GM8.6″ 99-ON
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USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 8.8" IRS Rear Differential for SUV. (Part No.37031)

Master Overhaul Kit for the Ford 8.8" IRS Rear Differential for SUV.

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$359.99
USA Standard Master Overhaul kits let you finish your install with confidence. This kit uses Koyo bearings and races. Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), threading locking compound, marking compound with brush and gasket.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ IRS in SUV applications
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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Motive Gear – Performance Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.F888514)

Performance Differential Ring and Pinion

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$270.99


Product Features:
  • FRD 10BLT 8.8 R/P 5.14 MGP
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Pro-King – Rear Axle Shaft Kit (Part No.AXK-225)

Rear Axle Shaft Kit

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$183.99
Pro-King is the leading supplier of transmission and driveline products in the aftermarket. All products are designed to meet or exceed OE quality, form, fit and funtion.

Product Features:
  • High strength steel
  • Dual heat treating process
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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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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Shim Kit (Part No.1100)

Differential Pinion Shim Kit

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$7.49
High-quality Differential Component Shim

Product Features:
  • SHIM KIT FITS-8.25-F7.5-AMC20-GM0
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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.762B717A)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$99.99
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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Yukon Gear – 8.8" Ford Tracloc Clutch Set, Both Sides (Part No.16017)

8.8" Ford Tracloc Clutch Set, Both Sides

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$207.99
8.8″ Ford TracLoc (with long ears–for early models only) clutch set, both sides.

Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fit Ford 8.8″ Trac Loc positraction
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Yukon Gear – Steel Cover For Dana 30 Standard Rotation Front (Part No.32316)

Steel Cover For Dana 30 Standard Rotation Front

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$138.99
Product Features:
  • Fits standard rotation Dana Spicer 30
  • Steel
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer (0.875" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33299)

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

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

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.875″ diameter cross pin shaft applications only
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Sealed Power – Engine Auxiliary Shaft Bearing Set (Part No.1881M)

Engine Auxiliary Shaft Bearing Set

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$36.99
Sealed Power® parts provide innovative designs, use leading edge materials and utilize ISO & QS certified manufacturing in order to deliver top quality products that meet the rigorous demands of today’s modern engines.

Product Features:
  • Steel-backed Babbitt lining material
  • Used in automotive and high-performance
  • Babbitt is designed to perform under extreme loads w/o damaging other engine parts
  • Babbitt is more environmentally friendly than other material
  • ISO & QS certified manufacturing
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Yukon Gear – Carrier Installation Kit For Amc Model 35 Differential (Part No.57011)

Carrier Installation Kit For Amc Model 35 Differential

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$98.99
Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for AMC Model 35 differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35 with 27 spline axles
  • Includes carrier bearings and races and “super” carrier shim kit
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Dorman – Differential Clutch Kit (Part No.697-780)

Differential Clutch Kit

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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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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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Yukon Gear – Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 31 Spline Axles (Part No.16016)

Positraction Internals For 8.8" Ford With 31 Spline Axles

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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.

Product Features:
  • 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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Yukon Gear – Cross Pin Bolt (Part No.33067)

Cross Pin Bolt

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$6.99
Cross pin bolt for Chrysler 8.25″, 9.25″ rear, Ford 7.5″, 8.8″, GM 12 bolt car & truck, 7.2″ IFs, 7.5″, 7.6″, 8.0″, 8.25″ IFS & 8.5″.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin bolt for Chrysler 8.25″ and 9.25″ rear, Ford 7.5″ and 8.8″, GM 12 botl car and truck, 8.5″, 8.25″ IFS, 8.0″, 7.625″, 7.5″ and 7.2″ IFS
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Yukon Gear – Dana 25 / 27 / 30 / 44 / 50 Inner Oil Slinger Replacement (Part No.33012)

Dana 25 / 27 / 30 / 44 / 50 Inner Oil Slinger Replacement

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$6.99
Product Features:
  • Inner oil slinger for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30, 44 and 50
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Motive Gear – Differential Spool (Part No.FS8.8-31)

Differential Spool

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$192.99


Product Features:
  • FULL SPOOL FORD 8.8″ 31 SPL
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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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Motive Gear – Differential Bearing Kit – Timken (Part No.R8.8RT)

Differential Bearing Kit - Timken

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$109.99
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:
  • KIT BRG & SEAL FORD 8.8″
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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 – Forged Yoke For Ford 8.8" With A 1350 U/Joint Size (Part No.41051)

Forged Yoke For Ford 8.8" With A 1350 U/Joint Size

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$246.99
Yukon forged yoke for Ford 8.8″ with 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.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • 30 spline
  • 1350 u-joint size
  • Outside snap ring design
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.188″ cap diameter
  • U-bolt style
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Yukon Gear – Yoke For Model 35 With A 1310 U/Joint Size (Part No.41098)

Yoke For Model 35 With A 1310 U/Joint Size

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$115.99
Yukon yoke for Model 35 with a 1310 U/joint size. 3.219″ snap ring span, 1.062″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. This yoke uses straps. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35
  • 26 spline
  • 1310 u-joint size
  • 3.219″ snap ring span
  • 1.062″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • Strap style
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1998 Ford Explorer Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1998 Ford Explorer. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 257 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 1998 Ford Explorer running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 24 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1998 Ford Explorer. Valvoline, Royal Purple, and FELPRO 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 1998 Ford Explorer, 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 1998 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 1998 Ford Explorer Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1998 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 1998 Ford Explorer Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 1998 Ford Explorer?

Out of 257 Differentials for the 1998 Ford Explorer, the most popular in our inventory are:
Differential Cover Gasket
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Differential Cover Gasket
Rear Differential Cover Gaskets
Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart
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This product is not rated
Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 1998 Ford Explorer Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1998 Ford Explorer based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Rear Differential Cover
from $34.99
(34)
Rear Differential Cover
“does not look like this in box, its black powder coated , this view is from the inside . there is a magnet in the diff cover”
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
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(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
“great”
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.”