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Introducing Yukon Gear & Axle Toyota Re-Gear Kits
Yukon Gear & Axle is expanding its line of Re-Gear Kits to include popular Toyota models. Available in more than 30 applications, these kits save you time and headaches by bundling everything you need to upgrade your front and rear diffs in one simple part number. If you’re going to enhance the stance of your Toyota with big tires, don’t forget to enhance the gearing! Yukon Re-Gear Kits correct changes to your differential’s final drive ratio that occur when you upgrade to bigger tires, namely lackluster acceleration, poor towing, and labored climbing. Kits feature premium Yukon ring and pinion gearsets, master install kits with high-quality Timken/Koyo bearings, and all required small parts to get your vehicle up and running fast so you can make the most of the time you spend on the trail. Shop Toyota Re-Gear Kits
Introducing Yukon Hardcore Diff Covers for 2019-up Ford Ranger
Yukon Hardcore Diff Covers protects your truck’s pumpkin from dents, cracks, and the feared diff cover peel back. These covers are constructed from thick-walled, high-strength ductile nodular iron to absorb the most severe impacts and safeguard lockers, gears, and axles from damage. They also increase the structural rigidity of the differential, reducing deflection under high-torque situations that can put severe loads on internal parts. Learn more about Yukon Hardcore Diff Covers on our blog. Shop All Hardcore Diff Covers
Yukon Supports 2021 King of the Hammers
Yukon Gear & Axle was up to its old tricks again as we supported the 2021 edition of the King of the Hammers off-road racing extravaganza. The race week culminated with the big dog Ultra4 racers on Saturday, February 6 and we set up shop to provide parts and tech support to the combatants. Get a more detailed vibe of the event on our blog here.
Yukon by RANDYS Worldwide Introduces Upgrade Gears in Multiple Ratios for the Jeep Gladiator
Yukon Gear & Axle, manufactured by RANDYS Worldwide, has released a new ring and. pinion selection with ratio options that range from 3.45 to 5.38 for the new Jeep Gladiator (JT). With this addition, RANDYS Worldwide now offers a comprehensive line of aftermarket differential and drivetrain components for the Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator. Jeep Gladiator enthusiasts are now able to upgrade to Yukon gears with a choice of seven ratio options: 3.45, 4.11, 4.56, 4.88, 5.13 and 5.38. “From the minute the buzz started on the Gladiator and JL, we made a decision to own this market by providing the most comprehensive drivetrain line for the platforms,” said Neal Hollingsworth, RANDYS Worldwide director of marketing. “Our goal is to ensure our loyal Jeep customers that they will have what they need when they want it. All of our products are backed with a strong warranty and the best technical customer service available to help with the selection and installation process.” In addition to Jeep JL, JK and JT front and rear ring and pinions, Yukon also offers a full range of upgrades including chromoly axles, performance driveshafts, 4WD and RWD installation kits that includes front or rear gears, Timken master overhaul kits, and high quality differential covers that take the beating from harsh off-road driving. All Jeep products manufactured by Yukon are available for quick delivery from one of seven warehouses that will ship same-day. Special pricing is available now for Jeep JK Rubicon and non-Rubicon Jeep JK Gear Kit packages that includes Timken master overhaul kits through Oct. 31.
Tech Support When it Matters
Common to all shops is the need for tech support when a technician is at the crossroads of diagnosing troublesome issues or simply figuring out how something fits. We all have those days when everything goes just right, and conversely, we have all had those days when nothing goes as planned. These are the days when the simple three-hour job can take a whole day and set your week on fire. The question is, how do you handle those jobs when your diagnostic of an issue didn’t work? When your install seemed right because you’ve done it this way a thousand times before? It could be the part, it could be the vehicle, it could just be one those days. This is when having a solid backup from your manufacturer really comes in to play. You can buy parts from just about anywhere these days but who can you trust to back you when things aren’t perfect and a little bit of help can go a long way. When it comes to drivetrains, RANDYS Worldwide has some of the best technicians, chat and phone support you can find. Installation of a drivetrain can be quick and efficient when it all fits perfect. Simple installation of new gears, kits and traction when the parts are new can take some time, but for the most part, if you’ve done it before, you can do it again. It’s the diagnostics of simple vibrations, chatter and noises that can make for a longer day. But the guys at RANDYS have been doing this for over 30 years and one quick call can make the difference between a job taking a few hours or a long day under the rig. We talked to the techs at RANDYS and found some common calls that they receive frequently. How to Identify Your Differential & Axle Type The first thing you have to know is how to identify what you’re working on. From cover bolt count, to integrated or drop out and axle types of semi, full float and more. How to Identify and Reduce Positraction Chatter Chatter between clutch packs is common when installing a new positraction. The first thing to consider is if you remembered the friction modifier. This is a common and simple miss that can be a quick solution to any issue. A good gear oil like a GL5 or 80W 90 oil will normally do the trick before having to start over. How to Measure a Semi-float Rear Axle Shaft Setting the backlash on a ring & pinion can be time consuming unless you know the proper steps. Starting with your factory carrier shims, make sure that they are clean and clear of any grit or grease before moving on. With the carrier assembly installed, attach your dial indicator with the plunger at a 90-degree angle from the face of the ring gear. Finding three locations on the gear is the most common fault when rushing through the install. Gear Tooth Contact Patterns Explained Setting up a ring & pinion can sometimes seem daunting and when tricky patterns begin to show up, downright frustrating. But it not as difficult as it seems. Centering between the toe and heel, the top and the bottom can be easily found with small changes. When it’s not working properly, a quick call to isolate your problem can make all the difference There are great manufacturers out there that provide tech support, whether it’s a tuner, exhaust, engine diagnostic tools, carburetors or whatever. You can use this tech support system to not only move forward with your installation, but get a few tech tips and learn something at the same time. It’s about time and efficiency and getting that next car in to the bay. Just remember to treat each of them right and be the guy who will call for help. When it comes to drivetrain, call RANDYS Tech line 800-330-2206. We’re here to help. Or visit Yukon Gear’s YouTube pages and find over 100 videos to get you through your day.