Yukon Tools

Having the right tool for the job can save both time and money when working on differentials. Randys WorldWide carries a full line of differential specialty tools such as bearing pullers, housing spreaders, setup bearings, shim drivers, and more.

• Bearing Pullers – safely and easily removes bearings from carriers and axles
• Set-Up Bearings – slide on and off to easily adjust shims prior to final assembly
• Bearing Race Drivers – safely and easily drives in pinion races
• Spanner Tools – set carrier bearing preload in differentials with side adjusters

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SIZE MATTERS

When ever the gear ratio in a differential is changed pinion diameter changes. There are two things that must change in order for the gear ratio to change. First, the gear ratio is determined by the tooth combination. The number of teeth on the ring gear divided by the number of teeth on the pinion (eg: 41/11 = 3.73) equals the gear ratio.  Click to the article to read continue reading.

PROPERLY SETTING PRELOAD WITH SIDE ADJUSTERS

There are several types of rear ends that use a threaded side adjuster be it a single adjuster or one on both sides of carrier. The most commonly known rears with this type of carrier adjustment are the Chrysler 7.25-8.25-8.75-9.25, Ford 9”, GM 8.25” IFS, Suzuki Samurai, & Toyota. Click on the image to continue reading more.

HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR DIFFERENTIAL & AXLE TYPE

Using year, make and model, and vehicle info is the first/best way to identify your differential. But there are cases where these facts come up short. Your vehicle’s options like tow packages, off-road packages, or whether it sports an automatic or manual transmission can make identification more difficult. Read more on how to accurately identify your differential and axle type.