1998 Ford Ranger Differentials

Essential 1998 Ford Ranger Differentials

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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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 Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.742E935)

Differential Ring Gear Bolt

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$1.49
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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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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aFe POWER – Differential Cover (Part No.46-71170B)

Differential Cover

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$355.00
aFe POWER’s Dana M220 rear differential cover brings performance engineering to the protection of your axle’s differential. This differential cover is constructed out of durable cast aluminum with reinforcing ribs for maximum strength and comes with necessary hardware for easy installation. Pro Series differential covers include an oil level sight glass and magnetic deep reach fill plug. This cover is finished with a black powder coat and machined fins for a distinctive look.

Product Features:
  • Constructed out of durable cast aluminum
  • Black powder coat with machined fins
  • Dual neodymium magnetic plugs are used for maximum gear protection
  • Large oil level sight glass and calibration plug set to the factory oil level prevents overfilling
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Yukon Gear – Mini Spool For Ford 8.8" With 31 Spline Axles (Part No.32226)

Mini Spool For Ford 8.8" With 31 Spline Axles

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$194.99
Mini Spool for Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles and 7/8″ cross pin. Mini spools are a low-cost traction option for vehicles looking for full-time lockup. The mini spool installs into a standard open carrier and give 100% power to both tires at all times. These units are not recommended for street-driven vehicles. We recommend full spools for vehicles with large tires or high horsepower. These units come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
  • Provides 100% traction to both wheels at all times
  • Installs into standard open carrier case
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Yukon Gear – High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 8.8" In A 4.11 Ratio (Part No.24097)

High Performance Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 8.8" In A 4.11 Ratio

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$369.99
Yukon Ring & Pinion sets give you the confidence of knowing you’re running gears designed for the harshest of conditions. Whether it’s on the street, off-road, or at the track; Yukon ring & pinion sets deliver unrivaled performance & quality. Yukon uses the latest designs and manufacturing technologies to provide a quiet running gear that is strong and easy to set up. All Yukon ring & pinion sets come standard with a one-year warranty.

Product Features:
  • Fits standard rotation Ford 8.8″
  • 8.80″ ring gear diameter
  • 30 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 4.11 ratio
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Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55393)

Differential Cover Gasket

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$6.49
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 – 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 Gear Install Kit (Part No.F7.5IK)

Differential Gear Install Kit

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$35.49


Product Features:
  • MINI INSTALL KIT FORD 7.5
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Yukon Gear – Dura Grip For Ford 7.5" (Part No.26034)

Dura Grip For Ford 7.5"

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$789.99
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 in

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 7.5″
  • 28 spline
  • 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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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.762B717)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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$239.99
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 – Standard Open & Tracloc Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer For 7.5" Ford (Part No.33296)

Standard Open & Tracloc Pinion Gear And Thrust Washer For 7.5" Ford

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$10.99
Standard Open & TracLoc pinion gear thrust washer for 7.5″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Pinion gear thrust washer
  • Fits Ford 7.5″
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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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$404.99
Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case and spiders
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
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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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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 7.5" (Part No.39014)

Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 7.5"

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$156.99
Spindle nut washer for Dana 28, ’92 & down. This replaces Spicer part number 40075.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fit Ford 7.5″ 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 – 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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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 – Zip Locker For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles, 3.73 & Up (Part No.34016)

Zip Locker For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles, 3.73 & Up

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$1303.99
The Yukon Zip Locker is the latest in on-demand traction. Its air-operated design allows you to switch from an open differential to 100% lockup when you need it, giving you the ultimate in driver selectability. The Yukon Zip locker is an air operated locker that provides selectable traction for off road or street use. This unit features 4320 Chrome Moly internals for added strength. Assembled in the USA! compressor sold separately. All Zip Lockers are backed by the best warranty in the business! All Zip Lockers come with a six (6) year warranty, including any collaterally damaged parts and associated labor, up to $2,000, for the first two (2) years.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 with 27 spline axles
  • 3.73 and up ratio only
  • Forged case and 8620 internals for added strength
  • Works with a variety of air delivery systems
  • Assembled in the USA
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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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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 – 8.8" Ford Tracloc Clutch Set, Both Sides (Part No.16018)

8.8" Ford Tracloc Clutch Set, Both Sides

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$241.99
8.8″ Ford TracLoc (with short ears–for late models only) clutch set, both sides.

Product Features:
  • Clutch kit
  • Fit Ford 8.8″ Trac Loc positraction
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Yukon Gear – Pinion Install Kit For Model 35 IFS Differential For Explorer And Ranger (Part No.13084)

Pinion Install Kit For Model 35 IFS Differential For Explorer And Ranger

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$199.99
Yukon Pinion installation kits are a terrific solution for gear installation on lower mileage vehicles where the carrier bearings & races can be reused. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with a high quality pinion seal and small parts. Included in this kit are the pinion bearings and races, pilot bearing (if applicable), crush sleeve (if applicable), complete pinion shim kit, thread locker, and marking compound with brush. Yukon does extensive research for each application to make sure your kit will arrive with all the correct parts you need to install your pinion gear.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35 IFS
  • Included are pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush.
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SKF – Axle Shaft Seal (Part No.K4021196703SKF)

Axle Shaft Seal

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$24.43
SKF’s advanced PTFE oil seal offers optimum performance in extreme temperature and fluid environments. Other benefits of this seal include; reduced friction, longer service life, easier assembly, reduced weight and compact design.

Product Features:
  • Machined rubber sealing edge provides greater accuracy and consistency, as well as a better sealing surface.
  • The flanged design allows for easier and proper installation and helps avoid cocking.
  • The latex bore coat seals the outer diameter leak path and helps compensate for minor bore imperfections.
  • Extra dust lip helps keep harmful contaminants, such as dirt, out of the bearing and protects against rust and corrosion.
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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 – Cover Bolt For Ford 7.5", 8.8" & 9.75" (Part No.33554)

Cover Bolt For Ford 7.5", 8.8" & 9.75"

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Yukon 1541H alloy replacement rear axle for Dana 60, 70, and 80, 35 spline. (40″ to 43.5″) Full float axle (8×3.96″ ). 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 full-floating axle.

Product Features:
  • 35 spline
  • 8 x 3.96″ bolt pattern
  • Cut to length design fits 40″-43.5″ applications
  • Fits Dana Spicer 60, 70 and 80
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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims (Part No.4104)

Differential Pinion Solid Spacer Kit w/Shims

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$10.49


Product Features:
  • SOLID SPACER FORD 8.8″ & 9″
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1998 Ford Ranger Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1998 Ford Ranger. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 287 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $2,064.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1998 Ford Ranger running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 23 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1998 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 3,708 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Cover Gasket with 4.6 stars and MaxGear SAE 75W140 High Performance Gear Oil w/Friction Modifier Additive, 1 QT with 4.9 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 1998 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1998 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 1998 Ford Ranger, our most popular Powertrax Differentials include:
Lock Right Locker
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Lock Right Locker
Complete Differentials

FAQs for 1998 Ford Ranger Differentials

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

Out of 287 Differentials for the 1998 Ford Ranger, the most popular in our inventory are:
DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
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DEX/MERC Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Gallon
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 1998 Ford Ranger Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 1998 Ford Ranger based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Differential Cover Gasket
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Differential Cover Gasket
“Great”
Rear Differential Cover
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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”