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Yukon Hardcore Diff Covers: A Fortress of Tough Nodular Iron
Upgrade Your Diff Cover and Avoid Costly Repairs Yukon Hardcore Diff Covers are designed to protect lockers, gears, and axles from the abuse that makes wheeling an adventure. Yukon covers are constructed from thick-walled, high-strength ductile nodular iron to endure the most severe impacts Mother Nature can dish out. They also increase the structural rigidity of the differential, reducing deflection under high-torque, situations that can put severe loads on internal parts. It’s no secret that the underside of your rig can take a beating. Whether you’re deep into a high-angle, high-anxiety rock crawl, pulling rope and winching, or running hard on the track, aftermarket bumpers, skid plates, and rocker guards all play a critical role in keeping vital underbelly components safe. But what about your diff? It’s the lowest hanging fruit and very susceptible to damage. Crack or break a diff cover and you’re done for the day. Stock differential covers can be overwhelmed when the going gets tough. Stamped-steel construction makes them prone to failure. Dent damage can cause interference with ring & pinion gears and spider gears, which will bring your day to a grinding halt. Another failure is cracking. Cracks let gear oil out and allow water, mud, and debris in. Both scenarios will end your fun and lead to large, jaw-dropping repair bills. These misadventures make for some harrowing campfire stories, but it’s always better to talk about the victories of the day. Don’t let this happen to you. Heat dissipation is also a function of a cover’s structural design. To this end, Yukon engineers have contoured the inner surfaces of the cover to circulate oil more rapidly throughout the housing, allowing for faster cooling. This reduces friction, heat, and wear, a classic trifecta of durability. Each Yukon Hardcore Diff Cover includes alloy steel fasteners that reliably seal the housing for leak-free performance. High-quality magnetic drain plugs are employed for quick-and-easy maintenance and some units feature twin fill plugs so you can max out the housing’s oil capacity. Thick-Walled Nodular Iron Cover Takes a Beating Keeps on Wheeling Streamlined Interior Contours Direct Oil Flow to The Pinion Includes High-Strength Alloy Steel Fasteners Heavy-Duty Protection for Added Peace-Of-Mind Style has its place, and these covers look great. They feature a durable black powder coat finish that is contrasted by a stainless-steel “Yukon” accent plate and the cover bolts. Yukon Hardcore Diff Covers are available for many of the most popular differentials. Check out the comprehensive list of applications in the accompanying chart or click through via the ‘Shop All Yukon Hardcore Differential Covers’ button and up the safety-factor of your ride today. Call Now 866-631-0196 Shop All Hardcore Diff Covers Part Number Differential Application YHCC-D30 Dana 30, 10 Bolt YHCC-D30JL Jeep JL Dana 30, 12 Bolt YHCC-D35JL Jeep JL Dana 35, 12 Bolt YHCC-D44 Dana 44 YHCC-D44JL-Front Jeep JL 44 Front, (M220) YHCC-D44JL-Rear Jeep JL 44 Rear, (M210) YHCC-D60 Dana 50, 60, & 70 YHCC-F8.8 Ford 8.8” YHCC-GM14T-M GM 14 bolt Truck, W/ M8 Bolts YHCC-GM14T-S GM 14 bolt Truck, W/ 3/8” Bolts YHCC-GM8.5-M GM 8.5” Metric YHCC-GM8.5-S 1313GM 8.5” Standard YHCC-M35 Model 35 Rear
Escogiendo la relación de transmisión correcta-Video
Existen tres razones principales para reemplazar los engranajes de tu vehículo. El primero es para recuperar la capacidad de la conducción y la eficiencia de combustible de un vehículo de conducción diaria que ha sido modificado con rines y llantas más grandes. El segundo es afinar las características de rendimiento de un vehículo que es dedicado para todoterreno, donde el enfoque está más en el poder y la aceleración. El tercero es mejorar la eficiencia del combustible. El video adjunto describe el por qué y las consideraciones que deben tenerse en cuenta para encontrar la relación de transmisión correcta para su vehículo.
Yukon Drivetrain Installation Kits: The Smart Move
The biggest projects can be derailed by the smallest parts. It’s frustrating to be on a roll with an installation and have the wrenching screech to a halt because you don’t have the right shim, bolt, or other small part. This is where dedicated installation kits save the day. Yukon Gear & Axle has developed the most comprehensive line of differential rebuild and gear installation kits on the market. The strength of these kits is how they’re compiled to deliver the essential small parts needed for different individual drivetrain installation jobs. They range from mini-kits that contain the bare minimum for a gear swap or diff repair to Master Overhaul Kits, that include every component necessary for a complete replacement of bearings, seals, shims, and more. The following kit types are listed with their part number prefix in parenthesis. Yukon Master Overhaul Kits (YK) Yukon Master Overhaul Kits provide all the small parts and components needed to complete any differential job from start to finish. These kits use high-quality Koyo/Timken bearings and races and include carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, a pinion seal, a complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, a pinion nut, a crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), thread locking compound, marking compound with brush, and a gasket. We’ve done all the homework and parts bundling to create a one-click kit that’s easy to order, no wonder Yukon Master Overhaul Kits are so popular among installers and DIYers alike. Yukon Bearing Installation Kits (BK) Yukon Bearing Installation Kits are perfect for shops and builders who have shims on the shelf and are looking to save money versus purchasing a Master Overhaul Kit. Kits include carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve, marking compound and brush. Some kits include differential gaskets as well. Yukon Pinion Installation Kits (PK) Yukon Pinion Installation Kits are designed for ring and pinion gear set installations on lower mileage vehicles where the carrier bearings and races can be reused. These kits include pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, a complete pinion shim kit, and marking compound with brush. Yukon Carrier Installation Kits (CK) Yukon Carrier Installation Kits are a convenient and low-cost solution for carrier changes in situations where one is upgrading to a positraction limited slip differential, a mechanical locker, or an air operated locker. These kits contain carrier bearings and races and a carrier shim kit. Yukon Minimum Installation Kits (MK) Yukon Minimum Installation Kits, or mini-kits, are a low-cost solution for gear changes in newer vehicles where the both the pinion and carrier bearings can be reused. Generally, these kits include a pinion seal, axle seals, crush sleeves, a complete shim kit, marking compound, and a brush. We understand the effort it takes to assemble and setup a differential. Heck, just gathering and arranging the tools can be a monumental task. We also know how maddening it can be getting into a fast cadence only to be derailed by the absence of a seemingly insignificant part. That’s why we created these kits… peace of mind makes the work go all the more smoothly. Click the button below to purchase your ring and pinion gear set and get a Yukon Master Overhaul kit with our YGK Kits. Shop Gear Set & Install Kits
Proper Gear Break-In - Video
Gear break-in consists of controlled heat cycling of the gear set in a way that properly seasons or hardens the gear’s contact surfaces. It is a series of test drives. These critical first few miles of drive time can be the difference between a gear-melting headache and years of carefree driving. Failure to properly break-in your gear set can result in damaged, failing gears and a complete re-do. Read this article in Español Once the wrenches have been laid down and the gears have been properly installed with backlash and preload correctly set there’s still more to do. The gear set must be broken in on urban roads and the freeway because different vehicle speed ranges produce different heat cycling. Towing is a whole other ball game. If you tow you’ll need an additional round of break-in because the physics of towing puts additional pressure on the pinion and slightly changes its position on the ring gear teeth… it’s like you’re hardening a new spot on the gear teeth. Check out the accompanying video for more specifics about proper gear break-in procedures.
Yukon At SEMA 2021
As the industry spools back up to fever pitch we are happy to back at the SEMA Show in force. We’ve spent the week in Sin City reconnecting with customers, inviting new friends to ‘Run With The Bear,’ and promoting the off-road lifestyle any way we can. Click the link below to experience the SEMA Show yourself through interviews with industry insiders conducted by TV personality Ian Johnson. View Our SEMA Coverage