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Yukon Gear SK CSF8.8 Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit for Ford 8.8in and 7.5in Rear Differential
The SK CSF8.8 from Yukon Gear is a solid crush sleeve eliminator kit designed for the Ford 8.8in and Ford 7.5in rear differential. When performing a ring and pinion swap, rear differential rebuild, or any service that requires pinion removal, the SK CSF8.8 replaces the factory crush sleeve with a solid spacer and precision shim set, allowing exact pinion bearing preload to be set and reset repeatedly without the need to source and install a new crush sleeve with each rebuild.
Features and Benefits
- Solid spacer replaces the factory crush sleeve for precise and repeatable pinion preload
- Adjustable shim set allows the installer to fine-tune preload without replacing the spacer
- Eliminates crush sleeve over-compression risk during pinion nut installation
- Ideal for performance builds, gear ratio changes, and high-mileage differential rebuilds on Ford 8.8in and 7.5in axles
- Allows the differential to be reopened and resealed without a new crush sleeve
- Compatible with Ford 8.8in applications in F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger, Bronco, and more
- Manufactured to Yukon Gear quality standards for long service life
Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983-2014 | Ford | F-150 | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
| 1979-2014 | Ford | Mustang | 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) |
| 1983-1996 | Ford | Bronco | Ford 8.8in rear differential |
| 1983-2001 | Ford | Various | Ford 7.5in rear differential (select models) |
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | SK CSF8.8 |
| UPC | 883584550402 |
| Differential | Ford 8.8in rear, Ford 7.5in rear |
| Kit Type | Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit |
| Included Components | Solid spacer, shim set |
| Warranty | Yukon Gear limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship |
What's Included
- Solid pinion spacer (crush sleeve eliminator) for Ford 8.8in and 7.5in
- Shim set for precise preload adjustment
Frequently Asked Questions
- What differential does SK CSF8.8 fit? The SK CSF8.8 fits the Ford 8.8in and Ford 7.5in rear differential used in F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger, Bronco, and other Ford applications over multiple model years.
- Does SK CSF8.8 include a pinion seal? No. The SK CSF8.8 is a crush sleeve eliminator kit for setting pinion bearing preload. A pinion seal should be replaced separately during any pinion service.
- What is the advantage of a crush sleeve eliminator over the OEM crush sleeve? The OEM crush sleeve is a single-use component that deforms under load to set preload. The SK CSF8.8 solid spacer with shims allows you to set precise preload, adjust it if needed, and reuse the spacer on subsequent rebuilds without sourcing a new sleeve.
- Does SK CSF8.8 fit the 2015+ Ford F-150 with the Super 8.8in IRS? No. The SK CSF8.8 is designed for the traditional solid-axle Ford 8.8in differential. For the Super 8.8in IRS, a different crush sleeve eliminator is required.
- Does SK CSF8.8 fit the Ford 7.5in differential? Yes. The SK CSF8.8 is compatible with both Ford 8.8in and 7.5in rear differential applications.
- Can SK CSF8.8 be reused? Yes. The solid spacer in the SK CSF8.8 can be reused each time the differential is opened for service or gear changes, which is a key advantage over the standard crush sleeve.
- Is this kit covered under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act? Yes. As a consumer product sold in the United States, the SK CSF8.8 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.
- Is SK CSF8.8 compatible with aftermarket ring and pinion sets for the Ford 8.8in? Yes. The SK CSF8.8 is compatible with any ring and pinion set designed for the Ford 8.8in differential, including Yukon Gear ring and pinion sets.
Installation Instructions
- Safely raise and support the vehicle. Drain differential fluid from the Ford 8.8in or 7.5in housing.
- Remove the pinion nut and flange from the pinion shaft.
- Remove the pinion seal. Press or drive the pinion shaft out of the housing, noting the shim arrangement.
- Remove the old crush sleeve from the pinion shaft bore.
- Clean all components and inspect pinion bearings and races. Replace as needed.
- Install the solid spacer from the SK CSF8.8 onto the pinion in place of the crush sleeve.
- Add shims from the SK CSF8.8 kit as needed to achieve target pinion bearing preload when the pinion nut is torqued.
- Install a new pinion seal. Reinstall the pinion flange and torque the pinion nut while monitoring rotating torque until preload specification is achieved.
- Adjust shims as needed to fine-tune preload within specification.
- Reinstall the differential cover with a new gasket or RTV. Fill with the correct Ford-spec differential fluid to the proper level. Lower vehicle.
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