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USA Standard (Yukon)
8.5in Oldsmobile 31spline 12 bolt (factory 3.08 or 3.23 or Richmond gear ring and pinions).
SKU: U018 ZP PGM8.5O-3-31
Moderate — 2–4 hours
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Specifications
| Brand | USA Standard (Yukon) |
| Part Number | U018 ZP PGM8.5O-3-31 |
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