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Yukon Gear & Axle
Yukon Gear High Performance Gear Set For GM 8.25in IFS Reverse Rotation in a 4.88 Ratio
SKU: Y001 YG GM8.25-488R
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Part #: YG GM8.25-488R
Yukon Gear & Axle high-performance ring and pinion gear sets are the benchmark of quality in the automotive gear industry. Yukon engineers use state-of-the art design, advanced heat-treating techniques, and leading-edge quality testing processes to ensure the structure and surface finish meet exacting specifications and quality standards. Yukon offers its Y.E.S. Plan, a lifetime, comprehensive, no-questions-asked protection plan covering your gear set for as long as you own your vehicle. Whether you've added tons of horsepower under the hood, upgraded to bigger tires, are just want to optimize the traction performance of your ride, Yukon offers the widest selection of gear ratios on the market to accommodate every need.
Yukon Gear/Axle high performance ring/pinions set the standard for quality. Yukon designed the gear tooth surface finish to reduce friction and heat | and use high grade steel in both the ring/pinion | with fitment designed to OEM spec
Vehicle Symptoms
- Sluggish acceleration after installing larger tires
- Driveline whine or howl from differential
- Transmission overheating when towing heavy loads
- Speedometer reading incorrectly with oversized tires
- Poor fuel economy due to engine struggling at highway speeds
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Specifications
| Brand | Yukon Gear & Axle |
| Part Number | Y001 YG GM8.25-488R |
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