Ford 8.8 install kit questions...

[atvkid4eva]

Alright guys i finally got a set of 5.13s for the 8.8 im building and have a couple questions about which install kit to get..the pinion already has a new pinion bearing that came with it and the carrier bearing seem to be in fine condition...so does this mean i can get away with the smaller install kits? they are significantly cheaper..also does it matter what brand the install kit is? the gears are genuine gears i believe if that matters..i will be using the stock crosspin since the teeth are ground a bit to squeeze it in there...and do the install kits give you enough shims and such for any gear ratio or do i need a special kit for the 5.13s? thanks guys.

 

[-Nathan-]

here is the stuff that came in my yukon master install kit... (UPPER RIGHT)

it is EXCELLENT...plus it gives you 2 crush sleeves for when you fudge up the first one...and believe me you WILL mess up the first one.

I highly recommend it, all new timken bearings, and everything you need.

youre giong to want all new stuff anyways...youll need setup bearings.

 

[Sasquatch_Ryda]

I would also look into going to a solid pinion spacer instead of a crush sleeve. They are cheap and easy to work with, and makes having to change a pinion flange or pinion seal down the road a lot easier.

 

[-Nathan-]

^ agreed. The crush sleeve design is way less than ideal.