Overview
The Crown Automotive 53007787 is a pinion yoke for a Chrysler 8.25 rear axle. It uses a strap and bolt design, measures 2.75 inch long, and is placed on the rear driveshaft at the rear axle.
Crown Automotive marks the yoke as direct fit and names no vehicle, model or year. Chrysler 8.25 identifies the axle, so confirm the axle size and yoke length against your existing part.
Key features
- Strap and bolt yoke design
- 2.75 inch length
- Rear driveshaft position at the rear axle
- Marked as direct fit
Choosing a replacement yoke
Strap style yokes hold the U-joint in place with a strap and bolts rather than U-bolts, so the strap bolts should be torqued evenly and checked after the first drive. Uneven clamping can let the joint walk, which shows up as clicking or vibration at speed.
When choosing a replacement, compare the yoke length and axle size on the old part, since a small difference can change driveshaft angle. Ring gear and carrier wear can also show up near the pinion, so inspect those while the yoke is out. Keep a torque wrench on hand and record the final reading so the yoke can be checked again during routine service.
- Measure the old yoke length before buying
- Check the pinion seal for seepage
- Replace the pinion nut after removal
- Inspect the strap bolts for stretching
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | 53007787 |
| UPC | 848399018004 |
| Axle | Chrysler 8.25 |
| Length | 2.75 inch |
| Yoke style | Strap and bolt |
| Position | Rear driveshaft at rear axle |
Vehicle fitment
No vehicle is named. The direct fit marking refers to the Chrysler 8.25 rear axle, which is an axle name, so no model years are confirmed.
Other Chrysler axle sizes and front driveshaft positions are not covered. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
What’s included
Check the package contents against your installation before starting, including the pinion nut, seal and strap hardware.
