{"product_id":"yukon-gear-gm-12-bolt-truck-crush-sleeve","title":"Yukon Gear GM 12 Bolt Truck Crush Sleeve","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Precision Spacer for Correct Pinion Bearing Preload\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYukon Gear's crush sleeve for the GM 12 bolt truck differential sets correct pinion bearing preload during a ring and pinion install or differential rebuild. Machined from steel to a precise 2.350 in. length, it collapses a controlled amount as the pinion nut is torqued, establishing the preload needed for long-term gear and bearing life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision steel construction for consistent, repeatable preload\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.350 in. length, sized specifically for the GM 12 bolt truck housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential wear item for any pinion bearing preload or gear set installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect OEM-style replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Bolt Truck Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYSPCS-022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.350 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM 12 bolt truck differential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGasket\/seal included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinion shims included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 crush sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Brand\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYukon Gear \u0026amp; Axle has manufactured ring and pinion gear sets, differential components, and axle hardware for trucks, Jeeps, and performance vehicles for decades, widely used in both OEM-replacement and off-road builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a crush sleeve used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt sets correct pinion bearing preload as it collapses a controlled amount while the pinion nut is torqued during a differential install or rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat length is this crush sleeve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.350 in., sized specifically for the GM 12 bolt truck axle housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a one-time-use part?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, crush sleeves are designed to be replaced any time the pinion nut is loosened or the differential is disassembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this include pinion shims or a gasket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, this listing is for the crush sleeve only, shims and gaskets are sold separately if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat differentials does this fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe GM 12 bolt truck axle, commonly found in classic GM trucks and SUVs of this axle type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse a crush sleeve after removing it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, once crushed, a crush sleeve should not be reused, always install a new one when reassembling the pinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs professional installation recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, setting correct pinion preload requires precise torque and measurement, professional installation or an experienced differential builder is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Yukon Gear's warranty on this part?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eContact Yukon Gear \u0026amp; Axle or your retailer for specific warranty terms on this component.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisassemble the differential per the service manual to access the pinion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the old crush sleeve from the pinion shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the new Yukon crush sleeve onto the pinion shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReassemble the pinion into the housing and begin torquing the pinion nut incrementally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure pinion bearing preload with an inch-pound torque wrench as the sleeve crushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop torquing once the specified preload value is reached, then complete differential reassembly and gear pattern check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Yukon Gear \u0026 Axle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46474173907023,"sku":"YUKYSPCS-022","price":14.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/yukon-gear-gm-12-bolt-truck-crush-sleeve-yukon-gear-axle-3.jpg?v=1787580862","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/yukon-gear-gm-12-bolt-truck-crush-sleeve","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}