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Yukon YDGGM8.5-3-30-1 Dura Grip LSD GM 8.5"/8.6" 30-Spline Positraction 2.73 Up

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Product Specification:

SKU:YUKYDGGM8.5-3-30-1

MPN: YDGGM8.5-3-30-1

UPC: 883584260165

Weight: 22.1 lb

Inventory: 10

Type: Differentials



Vehicle Fitment

  • 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 4WD and RWD
  • 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, AWD and RWD
  • 1973-1975 Buick Apollo
  • 1971-1990 Buick Electra (RWD 1986-1990)
  • 1973-1987 Buick Regal (RWD 1986-1987)
  • 1975-1978 Buick Riviera, RWD
  • 1970-1979 Buick Skylark
  • 1999-2013 Cadillac Escalade, RWD and AWD
  • 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle
  • 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, RWD
  • 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado, 4WD and RWD
  • 2002-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche / Avalanche 1500, 4WD and RWD
  • 1970-1975 Chevrolet Bel Air
  • 1987-1994 Chevrolet Blazer (full-size), 4WD
  • 1977-1986 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, 4WD
  • 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro
  • 1970-1996 Chevrolet Caprice
  • 1979-1999 Chevrolet C1500 / C1500 Suburban, RWD
  • 1989-2000 Chevrolet C2500, RWD
  • 1979-1986 Chevrolet C10 / C10 Suburban, RWD
  • 1971-1976 Chevrolet El Camino
  • 1996-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500, RWD and AWD
  • 1979-1995 Chevrolet G10 / G20 Van, RWD
  • 1971-1996 Chevrolet Impala
  • 1979-1999 Chevrolet K1500 / K1500 Suburban, 4WD
  • 1977-1986 Chevrolet K10 / K10 Suburban / K20 / K20 Suburban, 4WD
  • 1973-1983 Chevrolet Malibu
  • 1973-1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
  • 1970-1979 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1987-1991 Chevrolet R10 / R1500 Suburban, RWD
  • 1994-2004 Chevrolet S10, 4WD and RWD
  • 1999-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 4WD and RWD
  • 2000-2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 4WD and RWD
  • 1995-2017 Chevrolet Tahoe, 4WD and RWD
  • 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 4WD and RWD
  • 1987-1991 Chevrolet V10 / V1500 / V2500 Suburban, 4WD
  • 2004-2012 GMC Canyon, 4WD and RWD
  • 1979-1999 GMC C1500 / C1500 Suburban, RWD
  • 1997-2000 GMC C2500, RWD
  • 2002-2009 GMC Envoy, 4WD and RWD
  • 1979-1995 GMC G1500 / G2500 Van, RWD
  • 1977-1978 GMC K15 / K15 Suburban / K25 / K25 Suburban, 4WD
  • 1979-1999 GMC K1500 / K1500 Suburban / K2500 / K2500 Suburban, 4WD
  • 1996-2014 GMC Savana 1500 / 2500, RWD and AWD
  • 1999-2017 GMC Sierra 1500, 4WD and RWD
  • 1994-2004 GMC Sonoma, 4WD
  • 1992-1993 GMC Typhoon, AWD
  • 1987-1991 GMC R1500 / V1500 / V2500 Suburban, RWD / 4WD
  • 1992-2013 GMC Yukon, 4WD and RWD
  • 2000-2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 4WD and RWD
  • 2006-2010 Hummer H3, 4WD
  • 1970-1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
  • 1985-1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, RWD
  • 1973-1979 Oldsmobile Omega
  • 1970-1986 Pontiac Bonneville
  • 1970-1981 Pontiac Catalina
  • 1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird
  • 1970-1973 Pontiac GTO
  • 1971-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix
  • 1971-1981 Pontiac LeMans
  • 1976-1977 Pontiac Ventura
  • 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, AWD

Fitment Notes

  • GM 8.5" and GM 8.6" rear axle with 30-spline axles
  • 28-spline version for 1998 and earlier (if not converting to 30-spline): YDGGM8.5-3-28-1
  • 2.73 gear ratio and up only
  • 2007 and newer vehicles may require material removal from the back of the case to clear the housing -- inspect before installation
  • GM 8.5" housing: requires carrier bearings LM102949 / LM102911 (2.891" race OD) -- sold separately
  • GM 8.6" housing: requires carrier bearings LM603049 / LM603012 (3.062" race OD) -- sold separately
  • Non-synthetic GL-5 gear oil required -- synthetic may cause noise
  • Yukon LSD additive required: PN OILADD
  • Sold individually

Features

  • Clutch-pack LSD -- smooth progressive torque transfer, street-friendly
  • 4-spring design -- consistent clutch preload
  • Raybestos composite clutches -- high-performance, long-life
  • Forged 4320 chromoly spider gears
  • High-strength nodular iron case
  • Large bearing journals -- added strength vs. standard
  • Fully rebuildable -- clutch packs replaceable or upgradeable
  • Assembled in Everett, Washington, USA

Specifications

  • Part Number: YDGGM8.5-3-30-1
  • Series: Dura Grip Positraction
  • Axle: GM 8.5" and GM 8.6" rear
  • Spline count: 30
  • Gear ratio: 2.73 and up
  • Type: Clutch-pack limited slip
  • Case: Nodular iron
  • Spider gears: Forged 4320 chromoly
  • GM 8.5" carrier bearings: LM102949 / LM102911 (sold separately)
  • GM 8.6" carrier bearings: LM603049 / LM603012 (sold separately)
  • 28-spline version: YDGGM8.5-3-28-1
  • Warranty: 1-year limited

Included Components

  • 1x Dura Grip limited slip differential carrier -- fully assembled

Product Description

The Yukon YDGGM8.5-3-30-1 is a Dura Grip clutch-pack limited slip differential for GM 8.5" and 8.6" rear axles with 30-spline axles, covering 2.73 and up gear ratios. It spans one of the broadest application ranges in the Yukon lineup -- 1970s-era GM muscle cars, trucks, and vans through 1999-2017 Silverado/Sierra 1500, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Escalade, Colorado/Canyon, Trailblazer/Envoy, Express/Savana, S10/Sonoma, plus Isuzu Ascender, Buick Rainier, Saab 9-7X, and Hummer H3. The 30-spline unit also fits older 8.5" housings when converting from 28-spline axles. For 28-spline only (no conversion) use YDGGM8.5-3-28-1.

Important: 2007 and newer vehicles may require material to be removed from the backside of the carrier case to clear the axle housing -- inspect before installation. Two different carrier bearing sets are required depending on axle: LM102949/LM102911 for 8.5" housings (2.891" race OD) and LM603049/LM603012 for 8.6" housings (3.062" race OD) -- both sold separately. 4-spring Raybestos composite clutch-pack with forged 4320 chromoly spider gears and nodular iron case throughout. Fully rebuildable. Non-synthetic GL-5 gear oil and Yukon LSD additive (OILADD) required. Assembled in the USA. Backed by Yukon's 1-year limited warranty.

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