{"product_id":"yukon-gear-pinion-install-kit-for-ford-8-8in-diff","title":"Yukon Gear Pinion install Kit For Ford 8.8in Diff","description":"\u003ch4\u003eYukon Gear PK F8.8-A Pinion Install Kit for Ford 8.8in Differential (3.250in OD Inner Pinion Bearing)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e from Yukon Gear is a complete pinion installation kit built specifically for the 2009 and earlier Ford 8.8in rear differential, the most widely produced Ford rear axle. From classic Broncos and Mustangs to F-150 trucks, Explorers, and Crown Victorias, the Ford 8.8in is found across decades of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. The \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a 3.250in outer diameter inner pinion bearing and includes every component needed for a professional-quality pinion installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete pinion install kit for the 2009 and earlier Ford 8.8in rear differential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.250in OD inner pinion bearing specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimken front and rear pinion bearings and races for OEM-level durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew pinion seal prevents differential fluid leaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrush sleeve for proper pinion bearing preload setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete pinion shim kit for precise pinion depth adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinion nut and thread locker included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking compound and brush for gear contact pattern 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OD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.250in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront and rear pinion bearings, races, pinion seal, crush sleeve, shim kit, pinion nut, thread locker, marking compound with brush, pilot bearing (if applicable)\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\u003eFront pinion bearing and race (Timken)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear pinion bearing and race (Timken, 3.250in OD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinion seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrush sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete pinion shim kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinion nut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread locker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking compound with brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot bearing (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat differential does PK F8.8-A fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e fits the Ford 8.8in rear differential in 2009 and earlier applications. It uses a 3.250in OD rear pinion bearing and covers a broad range of Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Mazda vehicles from 1979 onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes PK F8.8-A include a pinion seal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. A new pinion seal is included in the \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e to prevent oil leaks after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the inner pinion bearing OD for PK F8.8-A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe rear (inner) pinion bearing in the \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e has an outer diameter of 3.250in. Verify your differential's bearing size matches before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs PK F8.8-A compatible with aftermarket ring and pinion sets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e works with both OEM replacement and aftermarket ring and pinion gear sets for the Ford 8.8in differential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes PK F8.8-A work on the 2015+ Super 8.8in IRS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The 2015 and newer Ford Super 8.8in independent rear suspension differential is a different design. Use the CK F8.8-SUPER carrier kit for that application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bearing brand is used in PK F8.8-A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYukon Gear uses Timken bearings in the \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e for the same quality level trusted in original equipment applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs marking compound included with PK F8.8-A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e includes marking compound and a brush for checking gear tooth contact pattern during setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Yukon Gear's warranty cover PK F8.8-A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e is covered by Yukon Gear's limited warranty against manufacturing defects. Per the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, the use of aftermarket parts like \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e does not void your vehicle manufacturer's warranty on unrelated systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain differential fluid and remove the driveshaft from the pinion flange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark the pinion yoke position for reference, then remove the pinion nut and yoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTap the pinion shaft rearward and remove the pinion assembly from the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress off the rear bearing from the pinion shaft and remove all shims.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress new rear bearing race and front bearing race from \u003cstrong\u003ePK F8.8-A\u003c\/strong\u003e into the housing bores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet pinion depth using shims from the kit and verify gear contact pattern with marking compound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce pinion depth is correct, install a new crush sleeve, press on the front bearing, and drive in the new pinion seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the yoke and torque the pinion nut gradually while measuring rotating torque until the specified pinion preload is reached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply thread locker to pinion nut per Yukon Gear's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall driveshaft, fill with differential fluid, and road-test.\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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