2003 Ford Explorer Differentials

Essential 2003 Ford Explorer Differentials

Yukon Gear – Replacement Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles (Part No.16073)

Replacement Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles

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$155.99
Yukon replacement standard open spider gear kit for Dana 30 with 27 spline axles and with or without quick disconnect. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fit Dana Spicer 30 open differential with 27 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 – Replacement Pinion Depth Shims For Dana 35, Model 35 & Chrysler 7.25" (Part No.55014)

Replacement Pinion Depth Shims For Dana 35, Model 35 & Chrysler 7.25"

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$17.99
Yukon 1541H alloy right hand rear axle for Model 35 (drum brakes) with a 54 tooth, 2.7″ ABS ring. axle has a length of 29-1/4″ inches and 27 splines. Yukon 1541H alloy axles offer a strength increase over stock while retaining a low cost. Yukon 1541H allo

Product Features:
  • Pinion depth shims for AMC Model 35 and Chrysler 7.25″
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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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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 – 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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USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for ’09 & Down Ford 8.8" Differential. (Part No.37030)

Master Overhaul Kit for '09 & Down Ford 8.8" Differential.

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$201.99
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 2009 and down Ford 8.8″
  • 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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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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SKF – Diff. Bearing Shaft (Part No.J7005197065SKF)

Diff. Bearing Shaft

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$14.46
Diff. Bearing Shaft

Dorman – Differential Cover (Part No.J7019764389DOR)

Differential Cover

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$31.41
Differential Cover

Yukon Gear – O-Ring For Dana 30 & Model 35 Zip Locker Seal Housing (Part No.34005)

O-Ring For Dana 30 & Model 35 Zip Locker Seal Housing

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$13.99
Product Features:
  • O-ring for seal housing
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 and AMC Model 35
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Valvoline – ATF for Mercon®V Applications Conventional, 1 Quart (Part No.822345)

ATF for Mercon®V Applications Conventional, 1 Quart

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$12.99
Valvoline ATF for MERCON®V Applications is a high-quality transmission fluid meeting and exceeding the requirements of the Ford Mercon V specification which covers most Ford passenger cars and light-duty trucks (except those specifying MERCON®SP, MERCON®LV or Type F fluids), including Lincoln and Mercury, as well as most pre-2006 GM vehicles and many imports. Recommended for use in the following applications: MERCON®V, MERCON®, DEXRON®-III, DEXRON®-II, Caterpillar TO-2, Allison C-4. Other applications include Power steering fluid where a DEXRON® or MERCON® fluid is recommended. Suitable to use in Nissan Matic D, Matic J and Matic K.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with premium base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions
  • Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Yukon Gear – Dana 25 / 27 / 30 / 36 / 44 / 53 Pinion Nut Washer Replacement (Part No.33163)

Dana 25 / 27 / 30 / 36 / 44 / 53 Pinion Nut Washer Replacement

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$3.99
Replacement pinion nut washer for Dana 25, 27, 30, 36, 44 & 53.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut washer for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30, 44 and 50
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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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Yukon Gear – 0.260" Diameter Cross Pin Roll Pin For 8.75" Chrysler, 8", 9" Ford, And Model 20 And 35 (Part No.33334)

0.260" Diameter Cross Pin Roll Pin For 8.75" Chrysler, 8", 9" Ford, And Model 20 And 35

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$5.99
0.260″ diameter cross pin roll pin for 8.75″ Chrysler, 8″, 9″ Ford, and Model 20 and 35.

Product Features:
  • Roll pin for Chrysler 8.75″, Ford 8″ and 9″, AMC Model 20 and Model 35
  • 0.260″ diameter
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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 – Replacement Pinion Nut For Dana 25, 27, 30, 36, 44, 53 & GM 7.75" (Part No.33143)

Replacement Pinion Nut For Dana 25, 27, 30, 36, 44, 53 & GM 7.75"

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$6.99
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 t

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30, 44, 50 and GM 7.75″
  • 3/4″ x 16 thread
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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 LS Traction System (Part No.LS108831)

Grip LS Traction System

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$463.99
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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Yukon Gear – Side Gear And Thrust Washer (0.750" Shaft) For 8.8" Ford (Part No.33298)

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

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$6.99
Side gear thrust washer (0.750″ shaft) for 8.8″ Ford.

Product Features:
  • Side gear thrust washer for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.750″ diameter cross pin shaft applications only
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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.39016)

Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$209.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ 31 spline 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 – Replacement Outer Oil Slinger For Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 & 50 (Part No.33011)

Replacement Outer Oil Slinger For Dana 25, 27, 30, 44 & 50

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$5.99
Product Features:
  • Outer oil slinger for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30, 44 and 50
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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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National – Multi Purpose Seal (Part No.3604)

Multi Purpose Seal

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$11.99
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.

Product Features:
  • 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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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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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 – 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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$269.99
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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National – Bearings (Part No.HM88648)

Bearings

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$27.49
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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Pro-King – Differential Bearing Cone (Part No.742G255)

Differential Bearing Cone

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$19.79
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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2003 Ford Explorer Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 2003 Ford Explorer. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 212 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $0.99 to $1,303.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 2003 Ford Explorer running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 19 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 2003 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 2003 Ford Explorer, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 8,448 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Bearings with 5.0 stars and Differential Carrier Gear Kit with 4.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 2003 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 2003 Ford Explorer Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 2003 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 2003 Ford Explorer Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 2003 Ford Explorer?

Out of 212 Differentials for the 2003 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
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
from $5.99
(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolts

What are the top-rated 2003 Ford Explorer Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 2003 Ford Explorer based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Bearings
from $15.99
(9)
Bearings
“as advertised”
Differential Carrier Gear Kit
from $96.99
(6)
Differential Carrier Gear Kit
“Part looked good but I had ordered the wrong part”
Bearings
from $10.49
(4)
Bearings
“Goes with M88010 bearing cup. Application was the pinion bearing race for a Ford 9 Inch on a 1957 Ford F-100.”