{"product_id":"yukon-gear-carrier-installation-kit-for-gm-8-5in-diff-w-hd-bearings","title":"Yukon Gear Carrier installation Kit For GM 8.5in Diff w\/ HD Bearings","description":"\u003ch4\u003eYukon Gear CK GM8.5-HD Carrier Install Kit with HD Bearings for GM 8.5in Differential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e from Yukon Gear is a heavy-duty carrier installation kit engineered for the GM 8.5in rear differential when used with aftermarket posi or locker units that have large 1.562in carrier bearing journal diameters. Compatible with Yukon Dura Grip, Eaton Detroit Positraction, True Trac, ValueTrac, Auburn Pro-Series, and Detroit Locker units, the \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e provides Timken HD bearings sized for the larger journals used by these performance differential units in an enormous range of GM trucks, SUVs, and cars from 1970 through 2000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty Timken carrier bearings sized for 1.562in OD carrier bearing journals on aftermarket posi and locker units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier bearing races matched to the HD bearings for proper seating and load distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete shim kit for precise backlash adjustment during carrier installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered specifically for use with large-journal aftermarket differentials in GM 8.5in applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers 1970-2000 GM trucks, SUVs, and cars equipped with the 10-bolt 8.5in rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured to Yukon Gear quality standards for reliable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1970-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\/GMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC\/K 1500, C\/K 2500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.5in 10-bolt rear axle, with large-journal aftermarket posi\/locker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1970-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamaro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.5in 10-bolt rear axle, with large-journal aftermarket posi\/locker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1970-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEl Camino\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.5in 10-bolt rear axle, with large-journal aftermarket posi\/locker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1970-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\/GMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlazer\/Jimmy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.5in 10-bolt rear axle, with large-journal aftermarket posi\/locker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1970-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\/GMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuburban\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.5in 10-bolt rear axle, with large-journal aftermarket posi\/locker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e883584570097\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 8.5in 10-bolt rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarrier Install Kit (HD Bearings)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarrier Bearing Journal OD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.562in (large journal, aftermarket posi\/locker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHD carrier bearings, carrier bearing races, shim kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYukon Gear limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHD Timken carrier bearings (2) for 1.562in OD journals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier bearing races (2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShim kit for backlash adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat differential does CK GM8.5-HD fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the GM 8.5in 10-bolt rear differential when used with aftermarket posi or locker units that have large 1.562in carrier bearing journal diameters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes CK GM8.5-HD include a pinion seal?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e is a carrier-only installation kit and does not include pinion components or a pinion seal. If you need a complete pinion and carrier kit for the GM 8.5in, see Yukon's CK GM8.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between CK GM8.5 and CK GM8.5-HD?\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e uses heavy-duty carrier bearings sized for the larger 1.562in OD journals found on aftermarket posi and locker units. The standard CK GM8.5 uses OEM-size carrier bearings for stock carriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhich aftermarket differentials require CK GM8.5-HD?\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for use with Yukon Dura Grip, Eaton Detroit Positraction, True Trac, ValueTrac, Auburn Pro-Series, and Detroit Locker units in the GM 8.5in housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes CK GM8.5-HD include a shim kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a complete shim kit for setting backlash during carrier installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat year range does CK GM8.5-HD cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e covers GM 8.5in applications from 1970 through 2000 in C\/K trucks, Camaro, Blazer\/Jimmy, Suburban, and other GM models equipped with the 10-bolt rear axle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this kit covered under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. As a consumer product sold in the United States, the \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan CK GM8.5-HD be used with OEM GM carriers?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for aftermarket carriers with large 1.562in OD bearing journals. For standard OEM-size carrier journals, use the regular CK GM8.5 kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafely raise and support the vehicle. Drain differential fluid from the GM 8.5in housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the differential cover and drain remaining fluid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the carrier bearing caps, noting their original positions and marking them for reassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the differential carrier from the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress off original carrier bearings from the carrier using a bearing puller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall new HD Timken carrier bearings from the \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e onto the carrier using a press.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the new carrier bearing races into the housing bores, fully seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the carrier into the housing. Use the shim kit from the \u003cstrong\u003eCK GM8.5-HD\u003c\/strong\u003e to adjust backlash to specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify gear contact pattern with marking compound. Adjust shims as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall bearing caps in original positions. Torque to manufacturer specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall differential cover with new gasket or RTV sealant. Fill with correct GM-spec differential fluid to the proper level. Lower vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProp 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. 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