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Yukon Gear CK F8.8 Carrier Install Kit for Ford 8.8in Rear Differential
The CK F8.8 from Yukon Gear is a complete carrier installation kit engineered for the Ford 8.8in rear differential. The Ford 8.8in is one of the most widely used rear axles in Ford truck and SUV production history, appearing in the F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco. The CK F8.8 provides the carrier bearings, races, and shim kit needed to complete a gear ratio change, carrier replacement, or locker installation on this differential with confidence.
Features and Benefits
- Timken carrier bearings and matched races for precise carrier positioning and load capacity
- Complete shim kit for accurate backlash adjustment during carrier installation
- Engineered for the Ford 8.8in rear differential used across F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco platforms
- Suitable for gear ratio swaps, carrier replacements, and locker or limited-slip installations
- Manufactured to Yukon Gear quality standards for reliable performance
Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979-2014 | Ford | Mustang | Ford 8.8in rear differential (excludes Super 8.8 IRS) |
| 1983-2014 | Ford | F-150 | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
| 1990-2010 | Ford | Explorer | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
| 1983-2011 | Ford | Ranger | Ford 8.8in rear differential (select models) |
| 1992-1994 | Ford | Bronco | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
| 1997-2014 | Ford | Expedition | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
| 2002-2010 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CK F8.8 |
| UPC | 883584570073 |
| Differential | Ford 8.8in rear |
| Kit Type | Carrier Install Kit |
| Included Components | Carrier bearings, carrier races, shim kit |
| Warranty | Yukon Gear limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship |
What's Included
- Timken carrier bearings (2)
- Carrier bearing races (2)
- Shim kit for backlash adjustment
Frequently Asked Questions
- What differential does CK F8.8 fit? The CK F8.8 fits the Ford 8.8in rear differential used in F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger, Bronco, Expedition, and Explorer Sport Trac applications over multiple model years.
- Does CK F8.8 include a pinion seal? No. The CK F8.8 is a carrier installation kit and does not include pinion components or a pinion seal. For a complete rebuild including pinion installation, see Yukon's PK F8.8-A pinion install kit.
- Does CK F8.8 fit the 2015+ Ford F-150 Super 8.8in IRS differential? No. The CK F8.8 is designed for the traditional solid-axle Ford 8.8in differential. For the 2015+ Super 8.8in IRS, see the Yukon CK F8.8-SUPER.
- Can CK F8.8 be used when installing a locker or posi unit? Yes. The CK F8.8 provides carrier bearings and shims needed when installing a new locker, limited-slip, or positraction unit in the Ford 8.8in differential.
- Does CK F8.8 include a shim kit? Yes. The CK F8.8 includes a complete shim kit for setting backlash during carrier installation.
- What bearings are used in CK F8.8? The CK F8.8 uses Timken carrier bearings for high load capacity and reliable long-term performance in the Ford 8.8in application.
- Is this kit covered under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act? Yes. As a consumer product sold in the United States, the CK F8.8 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.
- Does CK F8.8 fit Ford Explorer models? Yes. The CK F8.8 fits Ford Explorer models from 1990 through 2010 that are equipped with the 8.8in rear differential.
Installation Instructions
- Safely raise and support the vehicle. Drain differential fluid from the Ford 8.8in housing.
- Remove the differential cover. Remove carrier bearing caps, marking their positions for reassembly.
- Remove the differential carrier from the housing.
- Press off original carrier bearings. Install new Timken carrier bearings from the CK F8.8 using a press.
- Install new carrier bearing races from the CK F8.8 into the housing bores, fully seated.
- Install the carrier into the housing. Use the shim kit from the CK F8.8 to adjust backlash to manufacturer specification.
- Verify gear contact pattern with marking compound. Adjust shims as needed.
- Reinstall bearing caps in original positions and torque to specification.
- Reinstall differential cover with new gasket or RTV. Fill with correct Ford-spec differential fluid to the proper level. Lower vehicle.
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