What specific parts are included in this pinion installation kit?

This kit includes pinion bearings and races, a pinion seal, a pinion nut, a complete set of pinion shims, and marking compound with a brush. It contains all the essential small parts for setting up your pinion.

When is this kit the right choice for a gear installation?

This kit is ideal for lower mileage vehicles where the existing carrier bearings and races are still in good condition and can be reused. It focuses specifically on the pinion setup components.

What is the purpose of the marking compound?

The marking compound is used to check the contact pattern between the ring gear and the pinion gear. Applying it to the ring gear teeth and rotating the assembly helps you verify that the gears are meshing correctly, allowing for adjustments with the included shims.

Yukon Gear Pinion Install Kit PK D70-U | Dana 70-U

Name: Yukon Gear Pinion install Kit For Dana 70-U Diff
Brand: Yukon Gear & Axle
Price: 341.89 USD
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Yukon Gear Pinion install Kit For Dana 70-U Diff

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Yukon Gear Pinion install Kit For Dana 70-U Diff. A well-built kit for installing new gears when carrier bearings can be reused.

Key Features

Fits Dana 70-U differentials.
Includes pinion bearings and races.
Features a high-quality pinion seal and pinion nut.
Comes with a complete pinion shim kit for precise setup.
Includes marking compound and brush for gear pattern checking.
Uses reliable Timken bearings and races.

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Product Details

If you're installing new ring and pinion gears in a Dana 70-U differential, a pinion installation kit is essential. This kit from Yukon Gear & Axle is designed to make that job go smoothly, especially on vehicles with lower mileage where the existing carrier bearings and races are still in good shape and can be reused. It's a solid option for a wide range of trucks and vans, including models like the Dodge Ram 2500 and Ford F-350.

Inside this kit, you'll find all the critical small parts needed for the pinion setup. It features reliable Timken bearings and races for the pinion, a high-quality pinion seal to keep gear oil where it belongs, a new pinion nut, and a complete shim kit. This allows you to precisely set your pinion depth and gear mesh. Yukon also includes marking compound and a brush, which is crucial for checking the pattern of your gear contact.

Having all these components in one package saves you time and ensures you have the right pieces for the job. Yukon does thorough research for each application to make sure the kit has the correct parts for a proper installation.