5.13s go in tomorrow!

[zncram]

Scheduled to get 5.13s installed tomorrow and can't wait! 4.10s are "fine" with the 37s but the truck needs something steeper especially when towing. I went with the Yukon master kit and the Y.E.S. warranty from Randy's Ring and Pinion. They are great folks to deal with and very knowledgeable. Question I do have is out side of making sure to follow break in procedure is there anything I need to look for or be leery of after install is finished? This is my first time have a job of this scale done to a vehicle of mine and although I trust the shop doing the work I want to be sure its done 100% correctly. Thanks in advance for any input.

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[hjdca]

Scheduled to get 5.13s installed tomorrow and can't wait! 4.10s are "fine" with the 37s but the truck needs something steeper especially when towing. I went with the Yukon master kit and the Y.E.S. warranty from Randy's Ring and Pinion. They are great folks to deal with and very knowledgeable. Question I do have is out side of making sure to follow break in procedure is there anything I need to look for or be leery of after install is finished? This is my first time have a job of this scale done to a vehicle of mine and although I trust the shop doing the work I want to be sure its done 100% correctly. Thanks in advance for any input.

You will love it ! The power increase from the torque multiplication is fantastic. It feels as fast as stock. Mine went in flawlessly. The only thing I would add is - Before you pay go for a ride and get on a straight road and check that the lockers are working. Note: I also got my new front driveshaft installed at the same time.

 

[zncram]

Well with 200 miles so far on the regear the change is unreal! I have 8th gear back mpg is up to 17ish average! Couldn't be happier. Highly recommend 5.13 for anyone with 37s or larger especially if you tow.

 

[KurtP]

Nice!! I just got my truck back from regearing to 4.88. 4.10’s are not “fine” haha

 

[Sublime]

How much did it cost for the install

 

[NGNERD]

Nice!! I just got my truck back from regearing to 4.88. 4.10’s are not “fine” haha

Can I ask where in VA you had this done? Thank you

 

[KurtP]

Can I ask where in VA you had this done? Thank you

I had it done at Bull Run 4x4 in Haymarket. Im very happy with them.

 

[NGNERD]

I had it done at Bull Run 4x4 in Haymarket. Im very happy with them.

Thank you, I will use this tip unless I find another source here in South West. Appreciate the response, enjoy your gears

 

[FLUndertaker]

What was the cost of the installl with parts and labor? My local shop quoted me $2100 for Yukon 5.13 in both ends with master install kits and a 500 mile service.

 

[zncram]

How much did it cost for the install

I bought the kit from Randy’s ring and pinion and a local shop here installed it for $575

 

[KurtP]

Thank you, I will use this tip unless I find another source here in South West. Appreciate the response, enjoy your gears

I went as far west as Winchester WV; and as far south as middle NC. Guy in NC was a little cheaper but Bull Run gives a lifetime warranty. Im $2500 all in; Dana gears with master bearings kits, lucas oil, and the 500-1000mi check and refil. Its the best i could find in the area. I was getting quotes at $3500

 

[zncram]

What was the cost of the installl with parts and labor? My local shop quoted me $2100 for Yukon 5.13 in both ends with master install kits and a 500 mile service.

I have an account with Randy’s ring and pinion and bought the kit for $800 and a local off road shop here installed it for $575 I will take it back after 500 miles and have it inspected and fluid changed for another $100

 

[FLUndertaker]

I have an account with Randy’s ring and pinion and bought the kit for $800 and a local off road shop here installed it for $575 I will take it back after 500 miles and have it inspected and fluid changed for another $100

You must be kin to the shop owner!
the quote I got seemed high but $575 in labor you paid is definetly well below typical pricing. Good for you! I’m going with 5.13 as well for my 37s. Still undecided on lockers. Not many options. ARBs will cost me an additional $3000 when it’s all said and done.

 

[KurtP]

You must be kin to the shop owner!
the quote I got seemed high but $575 in labor you paid is definetly well below typical pricing. Good for you! I’m going with 5.13 as well for my 37s. Still undecided on lockers. Not many options. ARBs will cost me an additional $3000 when it’s all said and done.

Its a much cheaper job if you use off brand parts or just do the ring and pinion and not the whole kit. There are many people/shops that dont think the full bearing kit is required. I cant say for sure whether it is ir not, i just chose to do the whole kit because it seemed like the “right” way.

 

[zncram]

Its a much cheaper job if you use off brand parts or just do the ring and pinion and not the whole kit. There are many people/shops that dont think the full bearing kit is required. I cant say for sure whether it is ir not, i just chose to do the whole kit because it seemed like the “right” way.

This was a master kit install... bearings seals, ring pinion etc. Yukon part number YGK069

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