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Yukon Gear CK F8.8-SUPER Carrier Install Kit for 2015-2020 Ford Super 8.8in IRS Differential
The CK F8.8-SUPER from Yukon Gear is a full carrier and pinion installation kit engineered for the 2015 and newer Ford Super 8.8in independent rear suspension differential. This differential is used in the 2015-2020 Ford F-150 and 2015-2020 Ford Mustang. The CK F8.8-SUPER delivers a comprehensive set of components covering both carrier and pinion installation in one kit, including the super shim system that is unique to this application.
Features and Benefits
- Complete carrier and pinion installation kit engineered for the Ford Super 8.8in IRS differential
- Includes Timken carrier bearings and races for precise carrier positioning
- Timken pinion bearings and races for correct pinion depth and preload
- Pinion seal included to prevent rear differential fluid leaks after rebuild
- Complete super shim kit unique to the Super 8.8in application for exact backlash adjustment
- Crush sleeve for proper pinion preload during assembly
- Pinion nut included to complete the installation
- Manufactured to OEM and aftermarket tolerances for reliable long-term performance
- Covers all trim levels including base F-150, Lariat, Platinum, King Ranch, Raptor, and Mustang GT, EcoBoost, GT350
Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Ford | F-150 | All |
| 2016 | Ford | F-150 | All |
| 2017 | Ford | F-150 | All |
| 2018 | Ford | F-150 | All |
| 2019 | Ford | F-150 | All |
| 2020 | Ford | F-150 | All |
| 2015 | Ford | Mustang | All |
| 2016 | Ford | Mustang | All |
| 2017 | Ford | Mustang | All |
| 2018 | Ford | Mustang | All |
| 2019 | Ford | Mustang | All |
| 2020 | Ford | Mustang | All |
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CK F8.8-SUPER |
| UPC | 883584109716 |
| Differential | Ford Super 8.8in IRS |
| Kit Type | Carrier and Pinion Install Kit |
| Included Components | Carrier bearings, carrier races, pinion bearings, pinion races, pinion seal, super shim kit, crush sleeve, pinion nut |
| Warranty | Yukon Gear limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship |
What's Included
- Timken carrier bearings (2)
- Carrier bearing races (2)
- Timken pinion bearings (front and rear)
- Pinion bearing races (front and rear)
- Pinion seal
- Super shim kit for the Ford Super 8.8in IRS
- Crush sleeve
- Pinion nut
Frequently Asked Questions
- What differential does CK F8.8-SUPER fit? The CK F8.8-SUPER fits the Ford Super 8.8in independent rear suspension differential used in 2015-2020 Ford F-150 and 2015-2020 Ford Mustang.
- Does CK F8.8-SUPER include a pinion seal? Yes. The CK F8.8-SUPER includes a pinion seal as part of the complete installation kit.
- Is CK F8.8-SUPER compatible with the Ford Raptor? Yes. The F-150 Raptor from 2017 to 2020 uses the Super 8.8in IRS differential and is covered by the CK F8.8-SUPER.
- Does CK F8.8-SUPER fit the standard Ford 8.8in differential? No. The CK F8.8-SUPER is designed specifically for the Super 8.8in IRS used in fifth-generation (2015+) F-150 and S550 Mustang. It does not fit the traditional solid-axle 8.8in.
- Does CK F8.8-SUPER include a shim kit? Yes. The CK F8.8-SUPER includes the super shim kit designed specifically for the Super 8.8in application to allow precise backlash adjustment.
- What bearings are used in CK F8.8-SUPER? The CK F8.8-SUPER uses Timken carrier and pinion bearings for high load capacity and long service life.
- Is this kit covered under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act? Yes. As a consumer product sold in the United States, the CK F8.8-SUPER is subject to the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Yukon Gear provides a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Installation of aftermarket differential components does not void your vehicle manufacturer's warranty on unrelated systems under federal law.
- Can CK F8.8-SUPER be used for a gear ratio change? Yes. The CK F8.8-SUPER provides all the components needed to complete a ring and pinion gear ratio change or carrier swap in the Ford Super 8.8in IRS differential.
Installation Instructions
- Safely raise and support the vehicle. Drain differential fluid from the Super 8.8in IRS housing.
- Remove the rear axle shafts and disconnect the driveshaft from the differential pinion flange.
- Remove the differential carrier from the housing. Mark bearing caps for reassembly in original positions.
- Press off original carrier bearings using a bearing puller. Install new Timken carrier bearings from the CK F8.8-SUPER using a press.
- Remove the pinion nut and pinion flange. Drive out the old pinion from the housing.
- Remove old pinion bearing races with a brass punch. Install new races from the CK F8.8-SUPER fully seated in their bores.
- Press new pinion bearings onto the pinion as required for your differential setup.
- Install the new crush sleeve from the kit. Set pinion depth using the super shim kit as required to achieve the correct gear pattern.
- Install the new pinion seal from the CK F8.8-SUPER. Install pinion flange and new pinion nut. Torque to manufacturer specification while checking pinion rotating torque.
- Install the carrier with new carrier bearing shims from the kit. Verify backlash and gear contact pattern. Torque bearing caps to specification.
- Reinstall differential cover, fill with correct differential fluid to the proper level, and reinstall driveshaft and axle shafts. Lower vehicle.
Prop 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
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