{"product_id":"yukon-gear-master-overhaul-kit-2014-dodge-ram-3500-11-5in-11-8in-rear-axle-2in-head-bearing","title":"Yukon Gear Master Overhaul Kit for 2014+ RAM 3500 11.5in \u0026 11.8in Rear Axle (2in Head Bearing)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eMaster Overhaul Kit for 2014 and Up RAM 3500 AAM 11.5in and 11.8in Rear Axle with 2-Inch Head Bearing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e from Yukon Gear is purpose-built for the updated AAM rear axle introduced on 2014-and-up Ram 3500 trucks, featuring the larger 2.000-inch head bearing specification that distinguishes this generation from earlier AAM 11.5-inch axles. The kit covers both the 11.5-inch housing used through 2015 and the new 11.8-inch (300mm) axle option that appeared on 2016-and-up Ram 3500 models with 16 ring gear bolts. Inside the box you will find Timken bearings and races, high-quality seals, a complete shim assortment, and all related hardware needed to properly rebuild either axle. \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e ships with a 20-page instruction sheet and is backed by Yukon's 1-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for the 2.000-inch head bearing specification on 2014-and-up AAM Ram 3500 axles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers both the 11.5-inch and 2016+ 11.8-inch AAM rear axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimken carrier bearings and races for proven heavy-duty towing durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimken inner and outer pinion bearings with precision-matched races\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete shim set for carrier and pinion depth adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality pinion seal to prevent gear oil leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll hardware included: ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, thread locker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear marking compound and brush for contact-pattern verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-year manufacturer warranty against defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: For 2016+ 11.8-inch axle, ring gear bolt thread pitch changed; new bolts sold separately if replacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Fitment\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\u003eTrim\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Horn, Laramie, Laramie Limited, Laramie Longhorn, Lone Star, SLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Horn, Laramie, Laramie Limited, Laramie Longhorn, Lone Star, SLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited, SLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Lone Star, SLT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBig Horn, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited, SLT\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\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e883584142287\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAAM 11.5-inch and 11.8-inch (2014 and up Ram 3500)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRing Gear Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5 in. (11.8 in. on 2016+ option)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Bearing Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.000 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarrier Bearings Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Timken)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinion Bearings Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (Timken)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinion Seal Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShim Set Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (complete carrier and pinion)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrush Sleeve Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Year Against Manufacturer Defects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimken carrier bearings and races (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimken inner pinion bearing and race (2.000-in. head bearing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimken outer pinion bearing and race\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality pinion seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete shim kit (carrier and pinion depth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRing gear bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinion nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrush sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread locking compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear marking compound with brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20-page installation instruction sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the YK AAM11.5-D include a crush sleeve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a crush sleeve sized for the 2014-and-up AAM Ram 3500 rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat differential does YK AAM11.5-D fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the AAM 11.5-inch and 11.8-inch rear axle on 2014-2018 Ram 3500 pickup trucks with the 2.000-inch head bearing. It is not the correct kit for earlier Ram or GM 11.5-inch applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill YK AAM11.5-D work on a 2016 Ram 3500 with the 11.8-inch axle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e covers the 2016-and-up 11.8-inch (300mm) axle option. Note that the 11.8-inch uses a different ring gear bolt thread pitch; replacement ring gear bolts for that application are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does YK AAM11.5-D differ from YK GM11.5-B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed specifically for 2014-and-up Ram 3500 axles with the 2.000-inch head bearing and updated hardware. The YK GM11.5-B covers 2011-and-up GM and Dodge 11.5-inch axles with the earlier bearing specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes YK AAM11.5-D include ring gear bolts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, ring gear bolts and thread locking compound are included with \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e. If replacing ring gear bolts on the 2016+ 11.8-inch axle, the new-thread-pitch bolts must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Timken bearings in YK AAM11.5-D?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Both carrier bearings and all pinion bearings in \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e are Timken-brand for premium strength and service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the warranty on YK AAM11.5-D?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYukon Gear backs the \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects. Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, this written warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have additional rights that vary by state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes YK AAM11.5-D include installation instructions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A 20-page differential installation instruction sheet is included with \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain gear oil and remove the differential cover; clean all mating surfaces thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the carrier assembly; inspect the housing bore and bearing pockets for wear or scoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress out the existing pinion and remove all old bearings and races from the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive new Timken inner and outer pinion bearing races into the housing bores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet pinion depth using shims from the \u003cstrong\u003eYK AAM11.5-D\u003c\/strong\u003e kit and a dial indicator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the crush sleeve and new inner pinion bearing; insert pinion into housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the outer pinion bearing, yoke, and new pinion seal from the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradually tighten the new pinion nut to achieve the specified pinion bearing preload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress new Timken carrier bearings onto the carrier; lower carrier into housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust carrier shims to achieve the factory-specified ring gear backlash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply marking compound to verify gear contact pattern; adjust as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque ring gear bolts with thread locker to specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall differential cover and refill with the appropriate gear oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProposition 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. 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