{"product_id":"yukon-gear-master-overhaul-kit-for-86-toyota-8in-diff-w-oem-ring-pinion","title":"Yukon Gear Master Overhaul Kit for Toyota 8in Differential (1986 and Newer, OEM R\u0026P)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eYukon Gear YK T8-B Master Overhaul Kit for Toyota 8in Differential (1986 and Newer, OEM R\u0026amp;P)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete rebuild kit engineered for the Toyota 8in differential in vehicles from 1986 and newer that retain the factory OEM ring and pinion gear set. Covering the Toyota 4Runner and Pickup through the mid-1990s, the \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers Timken bearings, precision shims, all seals, and the hardware required for a full professional-grade overhaul. When noise or wear signals it is time to restore your Toyota's rear differential, the \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B complete rebuild kit\u003c\/strong\u003e provides everything needed in one convenient package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenuine Timken carrier bearings and pinion bearings matched to 1986-and-newer Toyota 8in specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision shim sets for accurate pinion depth and carrier preload setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOEM-quality pinion seal and axle seals to prevent gear oil leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecifically calibrated for use with OEM Toyota ring and pinion gear sets (not aftermarket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRing gear bolts, pinion nut, and crush sleeve included for a full hardware refresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGear marking compound and brush for verifying contact pattern during setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThread-locking compound for ring gear bolt installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDifferential cover gasket included for a clean, leak-free reinstall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll components sourced and packaged by Yukon Gear for guaranteed quality and fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \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\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, 1986+ OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1985\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, 1986+ OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1987\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1992\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1986\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1987\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1990\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1992\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1994\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1995\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in, OEM ring and pinion\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\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e883584141181\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifferential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota 8in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRing Gear Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1986 and newer with OEM ring and pinion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimken carrier bearings and pinion bearings with races\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeals Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinion seal, axle seals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShim Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete pinion depth and carrier shim set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYukon Gear limited warranty\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\u003eTimken carrier bearings with races (2 sets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTimken pinion bearings with races (front and rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePinion seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAxle seals (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete pinion depth shim set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete carrier shim set\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\u003eDifferential cover gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between YK T8-A and YK T8-B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for 1986 and newer Toyota 8in differentials retaining the OEM ring and pinion. The YK T8-A covers 1985 and older units, or any year with an aftermarket ring and pinion installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this kit work if I am installing an aftermarket ring and pinion?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. If you are installing an aftermarket ring and pinion, use the YK T8-A instead. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B complete rebuild kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is calibrated for OEM ring and pinion gear sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Are the bearings in this kit genuine Timken?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e includes genuine Timken bearings and races for both carrier and pinion positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will this kit void my Toyota warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, a manufacturer cannot void your powertrain warranty solely because an aftermarket rebuild kit was used. Warranty denial requires proof the aftermarket part caused the failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the YK T8-B include a crush sleeve and pinion nut?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e includes a new crush sleeve, pinion nut, ring gear bolts, and all seals needed for a complete overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What Toyota vehicles does this kit fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the Toyota 4Runner from 1984 to 1995 and the Toyota Pickup from 1986 to 1995 with the OEM Toyota 8in differential and OEM ring and pinion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is gear oil included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Gear oil is not included. Use the gear oil type and quantity specified in your Toyota service manual when refilling the differential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is professional installation required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Differential rebuilds require precise preload and backlash settings. Professional installation or experienced DIY work with proper tooling is strongly recommended to ensure proper operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrain the differential gear oil and remove axle shafts per the Toyota service manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the differential cover and thoroughly clean both mating surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the carrier assembly and inspect the housing for wear, scoring, or damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove the pinion shaft assembly and note original shim stack thickness for reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress off old pinion bearings and install the new Timken pinion bearings from the \u003cstrong\u003eYK T8-B\u003c\/strong\u003e kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the included shim set to set the correct pinion depth and confirm with a dial indicator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress new carrier bearings and races onto the carrier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall the carrier, set backlash to Toyota specification, and verify contact pattern using the included marking compound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply included thread-locking compound to ring gear bolts and torque to specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall the new pinion seal; torque the pinion nut to achieve the correct bearing preload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall new axle seals, reinstall axle shafts, and torque all fasteners to spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstall the differential cover with the new gasket and fill with the correct Toyota-spec gear oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoad test and inspect for leaks after the initial break-in period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Proposition 65 Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.p65warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yukon Gear \u0026 Axle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40481889681487,"sku":"YUKYK T8-B","price":320.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/yukon-gear-master-overhaul-kit-for-86-toyota-8in-diff-woem-ring-pinion-differential-overhaul-kits-yukon-gear-axle.jpg?v=1699979051","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/yukon-gear-master-overhaul-kit-for-86-toyota-8in-diff-w-oem-ring-pinion","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}