2008 Ford Explorer Differentials

Essential 2008 Ford Explorer Differentials

ATP – DIFF COVER KIT (Part No.111103)

DIFF COVER KIT

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DIFF COVER KIT

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 – 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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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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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 – 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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Pro-King – Differential Internal Nest Kit (Part No.762B717A)

Differential Internal Nest Kit

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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 7/8" Diameter Notched Cross Pin Shaft (.875" For ’86 And Newer) (Part No.33434)

8.8" Ford 7/8" Diameter Notched Cross Pin Shaft (.875" For '86 And Newer)

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8.8″ Ford 7/8″ diameter Notched cross pin shaft (.875″ for ’86 and newer). This cross pin shaft is not compatible with Powertrax Lock Rights or Spartan Lockers.

Product Features:
  • Notched cross pin shaft for Ford 8.8″
  • 0.875″ diameter
  • Not compatible with Spartan Locker or Powertrax Lock Right
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Yukon Gear – Dana 30 / 44 Roll Pin Replacement (Part No.33312)

Dana 30 / 44 Roll Pin Replacement

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$12.99
Dana 30 & Dana 44 roll PIN, 0.235″ DIA, for cross pin shaft.

Product Features:
  • Roll pin for Dana Spicer 30 and Dana Spicer 44
  • 0.235″ diameter
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Yukon Gear – Bearing Race Driver (Part No.56022)

Bearing Race Driver

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$188.99
Bearing race driver. No return.

Product Features:
  • Bearing race driver
  • Fits M86610 race
  • All steel construction
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Yukon Gear – Minor Install Kit For Model 35 IFS Differential For Ranger And Explorer (Part No.12068)

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

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$175.99
Yukon Minimum installation kits are a low cost solution for gear changes in newer vehicles where the bearings can be reused. Includes side seals. This kit uses all high quality components to ensure a smooth set up. kit includes a pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35 IFS
  • Included are a pinion seal, crush sleeve, complete shim kit, marking compound and brush.
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Yukon Gear – Positraction Shim Kit (18 Shims) For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron ‘Vette (Part No.16042)

Positraction Shim Kit (18 Shims) For GM 8.2", GM 8.5", 12T, 12P, Ford 8.8" & Cast Iron 'Vette

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Product Features:
  • Shim kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″, 1963-1979 Corvette, GM 12 bolt passenger car and truck, 8.2″, 8.5″ and 8.6″ Dura Grip positraction
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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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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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Motive Gear – Differential Pinion Seal (Part No.470331N)

Differential Pinion Seal

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$17.49
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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Dorman – Ring And Pinion Bearing Installation Kit (Part No.697-101)

Ring And Pinion Bearing Installation Kit

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$164.99
This differential bearing kit includes all necessary installation components for a differential ring and pinion on certain vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Convenient kit – this ring and pinion bearing installation kit includes all necessary components for a complete repair on certain vehicle applications.
  • Related repair – smart to have on hand when installing a differential ring and pinion.
  • Durable construction – built for reliable longevity, free of defects in materials and workmanship
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States
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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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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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FAG US – CUP (Part No.LM501310)

CUP

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CUP

Yukon Gear – Air Line Repair Kit, Zip Locker (Part No.34003)

Air Line Repair Kit, Zip Locker

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$52.99
Air line repair kit, ZIP locker.

Product Features:
  • Air line repair kit
  • Includes 20′ air line and two repair fittings
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Powertrax – Grip LOK Traction System (Part No.LK443527)

Grip LOK Traction System

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$681.99
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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SKF – Axle Shaft Seal (Part No.K4021196703SKF)

Axle Shaft Seal

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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 – Carrier Installation Kit For Dana 30 Differential (Part No.57002)

Carrier Installation Kit For Dana 30 Differential

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Yukon Carrier installation kits are great, low cost kit for carrier changes such as Positraction or locker upgrades. Carrier installation kit for Dana 30 differential. This kit contains carrier bearings, races and shims.

Product Features:
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30
  • Includes carrier bearings and races and carrier shim kit
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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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Product Features:
  • O-ring for seal housing
  • Fits Dana Spicer 30 and AMC Model 35
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USA Standard Gear – Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 8.8" In A 3.31 Ratio (Part No.36121)

Ring & Pinion Gear Set For Ford 8.8" In A 3.31 Ratio

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$277.99
USA Standard ring & pinion sets are the right choice to add confidence to your install. USA Standard Gear offers a full line of ring & pinion sets for a variety of common & hard to find applications. USA standard gear offers a standard one year warranty against defects on their ring & pinion sets.

Product Features:
  • Fits standard rotation Ford 8.8″
  • 8.80″ ring gear diameter
  • 30 spline pinion
  • 10 ring gear bolts
  • 3.31 ratio
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Royal Purple – HMX SAE 5W-30 High-Mileage Synthetic Engine Oil (1 Quart) (Part No.11744)

HMX SAE 5W-30 High-Mileage Synthetic Engine Oil (1 Quart)

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Royal Purple HMX SAE 5W-30 High-Mileage Synthetic Motor Oil, 1 quart is specifically designed to minimize wear and restore lost performance in engines with more than 75,000 miles. Formulated with robust zinc/phosphorus anti-wear compounds combined with Royal Purple’s proprietary additive technology Synerlec, HMX is chemically enhanced to revitalize hardened seals, reducing oil consumption common in high-mileage engines. In addition, HMX is fortified with stout detergents to remove engine build-up and deposits, maintain cleanliness and promote engine longevity.

Product Features:
  • Specifically designed to minimize wear and restore lost performance in engines with more than 75,000 miles
  • Formulated with robust zinc/phosphorus anti-wear compounds combined with royal purple’s proprietary additive technology
  • Hmx is chemically enhanced to revitalize hardened seals, reducing oil consumption common in high-mileage engines
  • Reduces friction and metal-to-metal contact for peak engine performance
  • Also provides outstanding oxidation resistance to safely extend oil drain intervals, and an ionic attraction to metal surfaces, providing protection and minimizing wear at start-up
  • High-Mileage Formula: Specifically designed for engines with more than 75,000 miles, this full synthetic engine oil helps minimize wear and restore lost performance.
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS88-31)

Differential Mini Spool

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Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL 8.8 FORD 31SPL
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Yukon Gear – Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette (Part No.55002)

Super Carrier Shim Kit For Ford 8.8", GM 12 Bolt Car & Truck, 8.6 & Vette

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Product Features:
  • 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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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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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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Yukon Gear – Ppinion Nut 7/8-20 Thread, 1 1/8 Socket (Part No.33146)

Ppinion Nut 7/8-20 Thread, 1 1/8 Socket

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Replacement pinion nut for Model 20 & 35, Dana 30 JK, 44 JK front, Ford 10.25″, 10.5″ & some 9.75″. 7/8-20 thread, 1 1/8 socket.

Product Features:
  • Pinion nut for Jeep JK front, Jeep Liberty front, Ford 9.75″, 10.25″, 10.5″ and AMC Model 20 and Model 35
  • 7/8″ x 20 thread
  • 1 1/8″ socket
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2008 Ford Explorer Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 2008 Ford Explorer. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 162 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 2008 Ford Explorer running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 18 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 2008 Ford Explorer. Valvoline, Royal Purple, 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 2008 Ford Explorer, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 2,982 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Differential Shaft Lock Bolt with 4.0 stars and Differential Carrier Gear Kit with 4.5 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 2008 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 2008 Ford Explorer Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 2008 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 2008 Ford Explorer Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 2008 Ford Explorer?

Out of 162 Differentials for the 2008 Ford Explorer, the most popular in our inventory are:
Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart
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Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart
Differential Oil
3 Qt - 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
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3 Qt – 80W90 Conventional Gear Oil With Posi Additive
Differential Oil

What are the top-rated 2008 Ford Explorer Differentials?

Top-rated Differentials for your 2008 Ford Explorer based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
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(11)
Differential Shaft Lock Bolt
“great”
Differential Carrier Gear Kit
from $96.99
(6)
Differential Carrier Gear Kit
“Part looked good but I had ordered the wrong part”
Differential Cover Gasket
from $8.29
(3)
Differential Cover Gasket
“Good product”