{"product_id":"dana-35-rear-pinion-nut-seal-crush-sleeve-kit-jeep-xj-mj-zj-yj-tj","title":"Spicer Rear Pinion Seal, Nut \u0026 Crush Sleeve Hardware Kit for Jeep Wrangler, Cherokee \u0026 Grand Cherokee (Dana 35)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eStop front-pinion gear oil leaks, correct dangerous play in your rear differential input yoke, and safeguard your ring and pinion gears with this genuine \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"154\"\u003eSpicer Rear Pinion Nut, Seal \u0026amp; Crush Sleeve Kit\u003c\/b\u003e. Specifically bundled as a complete service refresh for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"258\"\u003eJeep Dana 35 solid rear axles\u003c\/b\u003e, this hardware kit provides the essential, factory-correct components required to reseal your input yoke assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eOn a solid rear axle, the pinion seal forms the primary fluid boundary around the high-speed spinning input yoke. Over high mileage, continuous trail vibration, or hard off-road use, the factory rubber seal hardens and dry-rots, allowing differential oil to weep out of the front pumpkin neck. If left unaddressed, gear oil will coat the underside of your vehicle, eventually starving the internal reservoir and causing catastrophic failure of the ring, pinion, and carrier bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eReplacing a leaking pinion seal requires removing the main pinion nut and yoke, which completely relieves tension on the internal collapsible crush sleeve. Because both the heavy-duty pinion nut and the crush sleeve are strictly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"229\"\u003esingle-use structural components engineered to deform once under extreme torque\u003c\/b\u003e, they cannot be safely re-torqued or reused. Attempting to recycle old hardware makes it nearly impossible to re-establish exact pinion bearing preload—leading to rapid bearing failure, excessive drivetrain whine, or catastrophic differential lockup. Sourcing a genuine Spicer kit ensures factory-matched thread engagement, precise collapsible cylinder resistance, and a premium multi-lip Viton rubber seal capable of handling intense rotational friction and high thermal cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKit Contents (Services One Dana 35 Rear Differential Input Yoke):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e(1) Premium Heavy-Duty Outer Pinion Fluid Oil Seal (Part # 43085)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e(1) High-Tensile Collapsible Pinion Bearing Preload Crush Sleeve (Part # 42102 \/ 3175779)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e(1) Factory-Spec Self-Locking Pinion Nut (Part # 41307)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKit Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMandatory Hardware Bundle:\u003c\/b\u003e Combines the primary outer fluid barrier with the single-use collapsible sleeve and lock nut needed to safely execute a leak repair without throwing off your pinion bearing configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenuine Spicer OEM Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e Formulated by the vehicle's original axle manufacturer to guarantee strict compliance with factory metallurgical standards and dimensional layout tolerances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrevents Differential Starvation:\u003c\/b\u003e Locks high-viscosity gear oil safely inside the center pumpkin casting, ensuring continuous lubrication for your internal gear sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium Viton Seal Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Features an advanced rubber elastomer blend with a factory-lubricated sealing lip to resist premature tearing, chemical breakdown, and thermal hardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVehicle \u0026amp; Axle Fitment:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAxle Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid Monobeam Rear \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eDana 35 Axles (Fits 1990 and Newer C-Clip \u0026amp; Non-C-Clip Configurations)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJeep Wrangler:\u003c\/b\u003e 1990–1995 Wrangler YJ and 1997–2006 Wrangler TJ \/ LJ models equipped with standard rear Dana 35 axles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJeep Cherokee:\u003c\/b\u003e 1990–2001 Cherokee XJ compact SUVs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJeep Grand Cherokee:\u003c\/b\u003e 1993–1998 Grand Cherokee ZJ and select early WJ models running matching input yoke stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJeep Comanche:\u003c\/b\u003e 1990–1992 MJ pickup trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Rear Differential Center Section — Pinion Input Yoke Neck Station\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spicer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43562424008778,"sku":"PLAT-SPICER-KIT175","price":28.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/5560\/6858\/files\/10_ed9dd35a-5639-4bc6-b59e-72a9a4879307.jpg?v=1777722636","url":"https:\/\/platinumperformanceparts.com\/products\/dana-35-rear-pinion-nut-seal-crush-sleeve-kit-jeep-xj-mj-zj-yj-tj","provider":"Platinum Performance Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}