Thread: 10 bolt pinion yoke on a 12 bolt pinion gear?
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Old 05-13-2012, 08:39 PM   #2
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Default Re: 10 bolt pinion yoke on a 12 bolt pinion gear?
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Originally Posted by Johnny McDermott View Post
Hello,

What is the advantage of using a 10 bolt yoke on a 12 bolt gear. I was told that there was a strength advantage. Is this true? I really didn't know that they were interchangeable.

What is to be considered? Are there any other related parts that need to be changed?

Thanks,
Johnny
It seems to me I did that about 20 years ago. It wasn't for strength, but more for availability. I think you have to research an oddball pinion seal.
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