Yukon Pinion Install Kit for Ford 8.8in Reverse Rotation

If you're installing new gears in your Ford 8.8-inch reverse rotation differential, this pinion installation kit from Yukon Gear & Axle is a solid option. It's designed to give you all the essential small parts needed for a proper gear setup, especially when your existing carrier bearings and races are still in good shape. This kit helps ensure your new pinion gear meshes correctly with the ring gear for smooth, efficient power transfer.

Inside this kit, you'll find quality Timken bearings and races, which are well-known for their durability and smooth operation. You also get a high-quality pinion seal to keep gear oil where it belongs, a new pinion nut, a crush sleeve for setting proper pinion bearing preload, and a complete set of pinion shims. Yukon also includes marking compound and a brush, which is crucial for checking the gear pattern to confirm correct contact between the pinion and ring gears. Having all these components together simplifies the installation process, especially on vehicles with lower mileage where reusing carrier bearings is feasible.

This kit is specifically put together for the reverse rotation Ford 8.8-inch differential, often found in applications requiring a specific pinion angle. Make sure to consult your service manual for the correct installation procedures and torque specifications when setting up your new gears.