What specific components are included in this bearing installation kit?

This kit includes carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, a pinion seal, a crush sleeve, oil baffles and slingers, and marking compound with a brush. It's designed to provide the essential small parts for a differential rebuild.

Why would I choose this kit over a master overhaul kit?

This kit is ideal if you already have shims on hand or prefer to source them separately. It focuses on the bearings, seals, and setup tools, helping you save money compared to a master overhaul kit that includes shims.

Are the bearings and races high quality?

Yes, this kit uses Timken bearings and races, which are well-known for their durability and performance in drivetrain applications.

Yukon Gear & Axle Ford 8in Bearing Install Kit BK F8

Name: Yukon Gear Bearing install Kit For Ford 8in Diff
Brand: Yukon Gear & Axle
Price: 264.89 USD
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Yukon Gear Bearing install Kit For Ford 8in Diff

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Yukon Gear Bearing install Kit For Ford 8in Diff. Includes Timken bearings and races for a solid rebuild.

Key Features

Fits Ford 8-inch differentials.
Includes Timken carrier bearings and races.
Includes Timken pinion bearings and races.
Comes with a pinion seal and crush sleeve.
Contains oil baffles and slingers for proper lubrication.
Includes marking compound and brush for gear pattern setup.

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Will this fit your vehicle?

Product Details

If you're rebuilding the differential in your classic Ford or Mercury vehicle, this Yukon Gear Bearing Installation Kit for the Ford 8-inch rear end is a smart choice. It's designed to give you all the essential small parts needed to properly set up your new ring and pinion gears, without including the shims you might already have on hand. This approach helps save you some money compared to a full master overhaul kit, making it a popular option for shops and builders.

Inside this kit, you'll find Timken bearings and races for both the carrier and the pinion, which are well-known for their durability. You also get a new pinion seal, a crush sleeve for setting proper pinion depth, oil baffles and slingers to keep everything lubricated, and even marking compound with a brush to help you get that perfect gear pattern. Yukon does thorough research for each application to ensure you get all the correct pieces for a reliable installation on your Ford 8-inch differential.

This kit is a solid option for a wide range of Ford and Mercury vehicles from the 1960s and 70s, including models like the Ford Mustang, Mercury Comet, and Ford Pinto. Having these quality components on hand means you can confidently tackle that differential rebuild.