Ford 9-inch Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit, Solid Spacer With Shims SKU: 8684
Ford 9-inch Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit, Solid Spacer With Shims
Product Overview:
This is our preferred method for setting the pinion preload in your Ford 9-inch rear end. For serious drivetrain builds, skip the crush sleeve and go straight to strength with our Solid Spacer Pinion Preload Kit for Ford 9-inch axles. This crush sleeve eliminator uses a solid spacer and shims to precisely set pinion preload, giving you a durable, reliable setup that holds up to high torque and hard driving. With shims sandwiched securely between the large and small spacers, this kit offers maximum protection and virtually indestructible performance for your 9-inch rear end.
Full description
This is our preferred method for setting the pinion preload in your Ford 9-inch rear end. For serious drivetrain builds, skip the crush sleeve and go straight to strength with our Solid Spacer Pinion Preload Kit for Ford 9-inch axles. This crush sleeve eliminator uses a solid spacer and shims to precisely set pinion preload, giving you a durable, reliable setup that holds up to high torque and hard driving. With shims sandwiched securely between the large and small spacers, this kit offers maximum protection and virtually indestructible performance for your 9-inch rear end.
Ford 9-Inch Pinion Crush Sleeve Eliminator | Solid Spacer w/ Shims
Upgrade your Ford 9-inch differential with confidence using our Solid Spacer with Shims Pinion Crush Sleeve Eliminator Kit. Instead of relying on a traditional crush sleeve — which can deform over time under high torque — this solid spacer kit delivers a much stronger, more durable setup.
In this kit, the included shims are positioned between the large and small spacers, offering extra protection and making your pinion preload setting virtually indestructible. Perfect for high-performance street builds, off-road rigs, and any application where reliability and strength are non-negotiable.
Whether you’re rebuilding your third member or installing new gears, this is a smart upgrade for consistent preload and long-term durability.
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Replaces Crush Sleeve:
Eliminates the need for traditional crush sleeves in pinion setup. -
Solid Spacer & Shim Design:
Provides durable, consistent pinion preload. -
Protected Shims:
Shims sit between large and small spacer for added protection. -
Virtually Indestructible:
Built for high-torque, high-stress environments. -
Improves Drivetrain Reliability:
Maintains proper preload under extreme loads.
Ditch the crush sleeve! Solid spacer & shim kit locks in pinion preload for unbeatable strength and reliability in your Ford 9" build.
Q&A
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Asked by Rod, March 29, 2023
Q: Will this kit work for a 31 spline rear end?
Answered by ☆ sales - April 4, 2023
A: Yes, this will work with 28, 31, and 35 spline applications.