Buick Special Differentials

Your One-Stop Shop For Trusted Buick Special Differentials

If you’re in search of Buick Special Differentials aftermarket or OEM parts, consider your search over! Advance Auto Parts carries 60 Differentials from top brands with prices ranging from $5.49 to $566.99.

Beyond great prices, we stock trusted brands manufacturing all types of Differentials for your Buick Special. Of the 9 OEM and aftermarket parts brands we carry, some of the most popular are Valvoline, Felpro, and National.

And don’t forget to read customer reviews across all Differentials categories in our catalog. Buy with confidence by leveraging past customer experiences of our aftermarket and OEM parts.

At Advance Auto Parts, we don’t think top quality Differentials have to cost top dollar, and we prove it. Browse our top Buick Special Differentials below, order online to ship to your home, or head into your nearest Advance Auto Parts location to get started.

Essential Buick Special Differentials

Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Gear Kit (Part No.GM12BI)

Differential Carrier Gear Kit

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$163.99


Product Features:
  • GM 8 7/8″ OPEN INTERNAL KIT CAR & TRUCK
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Richmond Gear – RngPnn (Part No.79-0064-1)

RngPnn

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$511.99
RngPnn

Richmond Gear – Differential Cross Shaft (Part No.CSPGM12)

Differential Cross Shaft

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$27.49
Richmond Gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, high-performance drivetrain products. Our complete line of products ranges from high performance ring-and-pinion sets for serious street and racing applications to torque-hungry manual transmissions and components. Richmond Gear products have been winners both at the Daytona 500 and U.S. Nationals for decades. WINNERS RUN RICHMOND!

Product Features:
  • For over 80-years, the Richmond Double-Diamond logo has represented some of the highest quality gears in the racing industry. Winners Run Richmond!
  • The superior quality of Richmond gearsets is a result of outstanding design, world class manufacturing and an extensive testing process that is performed on all products.
  • Richmond performance gearsets have been winners for decades at: NHRA, NMRA, NMCA, Daytona 500, WISSOTA and U.S. Nationals.
  • Richmond Gear is a leading manufacturer of high performance ring and pinion gearsets and drivetrain components, backed by a two year warranty.
  • Engineered to perform faster and be more reliable, Richmond performance drivetrain products are the result of a continuous research and development program combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities.
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Driveworks – Taper Bearing Set (Part No.S-A-6)

Taper Bearing Set

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$10.29
Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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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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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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Driveworks – Oil Seal (Part No.S-8611N)

Oil Seal

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$7.79
Value-priced seal meets all cataloged application requirements.

Product Features:
  • Brand may vary by location
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS10C-28)

Differential Mini Spool

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$98.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL GM 10 BOLT 8.2″ 28 SPLINE
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Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1910-LR)

Lock Right Locker

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$376.99
The Powertrax Lock-Right ultra-strength alloy locker’s straight-line performance is equal to a solid spool, but automatically unlocks in turns. Best suited for extreme off-road to severe on-road use, Powertrax Lock Right lockers replace the spider gears in your open differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. The whole job can be done in your driveway in a couple of hours, pin included! 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!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.
  • Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.
  • Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.
  • Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
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    Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55028-1)

    Differential Cover Gasket

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    $9.99
    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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    Motive Gear – Differential Crush Sleeve (Part No.3954480)

    Differential Crush Sleeve

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    $5.49


    Product Features:
    • CRUSH SLEEVE 12 BLT CAR
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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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    ARP Auto Racing – For Use With General Motors, 0.800" Head L, 3/8" – 24 Thread Size, Chrome Moly (Part No.230-3001)

    For Use With General Motors, 0.800"  Head L, 3/8" - 24 Thread Size, Chrome Moly

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    $40.49
    The tremendous shock loads generated at launch by most any drag racing vehicle equipped with todays sticky tire compounds or the acceleration and deceleration of oval track cars put considerable strain on the ring gear. For this reason, the fastener experts at ARP have developed the Pro Series ring gear bolts. They are forged from premium grade 8740 chrome moly steel and are heat treated to a nominal rating of 200,000 PSI tensile strength. Specially hardened, precision ground washers are included where required. Available to fit most any ring gear setup ranging from popular 9 Inch Ford GM 10 and 12 bolt rear ends to the beefy strange differentials found in top fuel and funny car applications.

    Product Features:
    • Forged From Premium Grade 8740 Chrome Moly Steel
    • Heat Treated
    • Nominally Rated At 200,000 Psi Tensile Strength
    • Specially Hardened, Precision Ground Washers
    • 3/8″-24 RH Thread Size
    • 0.8″ Underhead Length
    • 200,000 PSI
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    Powertrax – Lock Right Locker (Part No.1940-LR)

    Lock Right Locker

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    $441.99
    The Powertrax Lock-Right ultra-strength alloy locker’s straight-line performance is equal to a solid spool, but automatically unlocks in turns. Best suited for extreme off-road to severe on-road use, Powertrax Lock Right lockers replace the spider gears in your open differential carrier using basic tools and without affecting your ring and pinion settings. The whole job can be done in your driveway in a couple of hours, pin included! 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!The Powertrax® Lock-Right Locker provides outstanding traction for off-road machines and race vehicles. Powertrax No-Slip Traction Systems deliver excellent performance to street-driven cars and trucks.
  • Powertrax® lockers range from the original, Lock-Right for serious straight-line performance, to the No-Slip traction system for street-able vehicles.
  • Powertrax® offers three levels of GRIP locking differentials, ranging from the clutch-type GRIP LS with a forged steel case, the gear-driven GRIP PRO and finally the GRIP LOK for extreme traction.
  • Powertrax® = Extreme Traction Systems!
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    Motive Gear – Differential Gear Install Kit (Part No.GM12IKC)

    Differential Gear Install Kit

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    $64.49


    Product Features:
    • MINI INSTALL KIT GM 12BLT 8.875 CAR
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    Felpro – Differential Cover Gasket (Part No.RDS 55009)

    Differential Cover Gasket

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    $9.29
    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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    Mr. Gasket – Differential Gasket (Part No.84)

    Differential Gasket

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    $21.79
    Mr. Gasket Axle Housing/Differential Cover or Rear End Gaskets are manufactured from a .047 inch thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material for excellent sealing and durability. They are precision die-cut for an excellent fit. Fits 1965-1970 Buick, Olds, Pontiac, 10 bolt 8.20 inch ring gear.

    Product Features:
    • .047″ thick cellulose/nitrile composite gasket material
    • Precision die cut
    • Reusable
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    Valvoline – MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.VV324)

    MaxLife Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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    $12.79
    Product Features:
    • High-performance seal conditioners maintain and preserve the elasticity of seals to help prevent leaks
    • Long-life friction modifiers and premium base oils help improve smooth shifting, eliminate slippage and shudder, prevent clutch wear and improve drivability longer than conventional fluids
    • Enhanced cleaning additives help reduce varnish formation and keep the transmission running properly longer
    • Engineered with a unique blend of viscosity modifiers and base oils to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99170)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $41.99
    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:
    • 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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    National – Shaft Repair Sleeve (Part No.99152)

    Shaft Repair Sleeve

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    $40.49
    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.

    Product Features:
    • 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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    Richmond Gear – RngPnnInstlKt (Part No.83-1019-1)

    RngPnnInstlKt

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    $199.99
    RngPnnInstlKt

    Motive Gear – Differential Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R12CR)

    Differential Bearing Kit - Koyo

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    $99.99
    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&SL GM 12 BOLT CAR
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    National – Bearings (Part No.HM89449)

    Bearings

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    $25.49
    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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    National – Bearings (Part No.M804010)

    Bearings

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    $25.49
    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
    See More

    Driveworks – Taper Bearing Cup (Part No.S-LM-501314)

    Taper Bearing Cup

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    $7.29
    Value-priced bearing meets all cataloged application requirements.

    Product Features:
    • Brand may vary by location
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    Differentials Brands You Can Trust For Your Buick Special

    9 trusted brands of Differentials line our shelves, ready to help keep your Buick Special running smooth. Below are some of the most popular brands and their top Differentials offerings:

    Most Purchased Buick Special Differentials from Valvoline

    When you buy the most frequently purchased Valvoline brand Differentials, you can be confident it will be the right part for your Buick Special. Here are the Valvoline Differentials Advanced Auto customers buy the most:
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $9.99
    (195)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Housing Cover Gaskets
    Bearings
    from $16.99
    (25)
    Bearings
    Differential Bearings

    FAQs for Buick Special Differentials

    What are the most purchased Differentials for the Buick Special?

    Out of 60 Differentials for the Buick Special, the most popular in our inventory are:
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $9.99
    (195)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    Rear Housing Cover Gaskets
    Taper Bearing Set
    from $10.29
    (38)
    Taper Bearing Set
    Differential Bearings
    Bearings
    from $16.99
    (25)
    Bearings
    Differential Bearings

    What are the top-rated Buick Special Differentials?

    Top-rated Differentials for your Buick Special based on customer reviews/ratings are:
    Bearings
    from $15.99
    (9)
    Bearings
    “as advertised”
    Differential Cover Gasket
    from $7.49
    (7)
    Differential Cover Gasket
    “good”
    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.”