5 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite, in 3 part types, covering all 3 engine options (1.3L L4, 1.8L L4 and 3.0L L6). Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The drivetrain system on the 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 5 listed parts are Universal Joint (3 parts), Differential Pinion Repair Sleeve (1 part) and Differential Pinion Seal (1 part).
The 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite was sold with 3 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite drivetrain parts are SKF (3 parts) and DANA (2 parts). Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
Each part number listed for the 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Differential Pinion Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: 1.3L L4 | 480151 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a grooved pinion seal surface.
This group shows a single part: SKF 480151.
Differential Pinion Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SKF Fits: 1.3L L4 | 15142 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Rear | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the differential pinion yoke. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: SKF 15142.
Universal Joint
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Fits: 1.3L L4 | 25101X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Spicer SelectNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DANA Fits: 1.3L L4 | 5101X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SpicerNon-Greasable | View on Amazon |
| SKF Fits: 1.3L L4 | UJ341 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Greaseable | View on Amazon |
This table covers the U-joints in the driveshaft.
3 Universal Joint parts for the 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 2 brands — DANA and SKF.
The Economy section lists 1 option from DANA — the catalog's value-priced group. DANA 25101X is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, DANA and SKF supply 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is DANA 5101X.
This group includes DANA 25101X, DANA 5101X and SKF UJ341.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Universal Joint and Differential Pinion Repair Sleeve .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Our catalog currently lists 5 drivetrain parts for the 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite across 3 subcategories and 2 brands, covering all 3 engine options (1.3L L4, 1.8L L4 and 3.0L L6). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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