{"product_id":"yukon-gear-1541h-manganese-alloy-steel-rear-axle-1979-95-4runner-pickup","title":"Yukon Gear 1541H Manganese Alloy Steel Rear Axle Shaft (1979-95 4Runner\/Pickup)","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"78\" data-start=\"41\" data-section-id=\"1iyz031\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eYukon 1541H Manganese Alloy Steel Rear Axle Shaft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"158\" data-start=\"80\"\u003eFor \u003cstrong data-end=\"120\" data-start=\"84\"\u003e1984–1989 Toyota 4Runner\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026amp; \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1995 Toyota Pickup | Toyota 8-Inch Rear Axle | 30-Spline | 6-Lug\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"163\" data-start=\"160\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestore the strength and reliability of your Toyota's rear axle with the \u003cstrong\u003eYukon 1541H Manganese Alloy Steel Rear Axle Shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed as a direct-fit replacement for compatible \u003cstrong\u003e1979–1995 Toyota Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e1984–1995 Toyota 4Runner\u003c\/strong\u003e models equipped with a \u003cstrong\u003eToyota 8-inch rear axle\u003c\/strong\u003e, this heavy-duty axle shaft is engineered for dependable performance on the street, trail, and job site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured from \u003cstrong\u003e1541H manganese alloy steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, Yukon axle shafts are engineered to withstand demanding drivetrain loads while maintaining excellent toughness and fatigue resistance. Whether you're replacing a damaged factory axle or upgrading during a differential rebuild, this Yukon axle shaft delivers OEM-quality fitment with improved material strength for long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis axle shaft is available in \u003cstrong\u003etwo different lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on your vehicle's model year:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1985 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.75-inch axle shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1986–1995 Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28.5-inch axle shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth versions feature a \u003cstrong\u003e30-spline differential end\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e6-lug wheel flange\u003c\/strong\u003e, and are designed to fit compatible Toyota 8-inch rear axle assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer: Yukon Gear \u0026amp; Axle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Type: Rear Axle Shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: 1541H Manganese Alloy Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpline Count: 30 Splines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheel Flange: 6-Lug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable Shaft Lengths:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e26.75 Inches (1979–1985)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e28.5 Inches (1986–1995)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxle Location: Rear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition: Driver or Passenger Side\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferential Compatibility: Toyota 8-Inch Rear Axle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity: One Individual Axle Shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium 1541H Manganese Alloy Steel Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYukon manufactures its axle shafts using \u003cstrong\u003e1541H manganese alloy steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, a premium material selected for its combination of strength, toughness, and resistance to repeated torsional loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach axle is precision machined and heat treated to provide consistent performance in demanding driving environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium 1541H manganese alloy steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined splines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat-treated for increased durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent resistance to twisting and fatigue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for long service life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect-fit factory dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for stock and modified Toyota applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose a Yukon Rear Axle Shaft?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear axle shaft transfers engine torque from the differential to the wheels while supporting vehicle weight and absorbing shock loads encountered during daily driving and off-road use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, factory axle shafts can develop spline wear, bearing surface damage, corrosion, or become bent from years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing a worn axle shaft helps restore drivetrain reliability while preventing premature bearing and seal failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages Over a Worn Factory Axle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand-new alloy steel construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo hidden fatigue or stress damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh bearing journal surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew precision-machined splines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps eliminate vibration caused by bent shafts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestores proper axle seal contact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal during axle bearing or differential service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent replacement for damaged OEM axles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty 30-Spline Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Yukon axle shaft features a \u003cstrong\u003e30-spline differential end\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for compatible Toyota 8-inch rear differentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spline count must match the carrier or locker installed in the third member.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with many:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory open differentials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory limited-slip differentials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAftermarket lockers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelectable lockers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic lockers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways verify spline count before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSix-Lug Wheel Flange\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe axle utilizes a factory-style \u003cstrong\u003e6-lug wheel flange\u003c\/strong\u003e for compatible Toyota truck and 4Runner rear axle assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installation, verify:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheel bolt pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlange diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrake configuration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearing dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShaft length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpline count\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle year alone does not guarantee compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Shaft Lengths\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accommodate Toyota's production changes, this axle shaft is available in two lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1979–1985 Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Shaft Length: \u003cstrong\u003e26.75 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1986–1995 Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Shaft Length: \u003cstrong\u003e28.5 Inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease select the correct year range when ordering and verify your original shaft length before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Reasons to Replace a Rear Axle Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider replacing the axle shaft if you experience:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBent axle shaft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamaged splines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearing journal wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeated axle seal leaks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheel vibration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCracked wheel flange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwisted splines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOff-road damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferential failure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRear wheel bearing replacement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing the axle shaft during differential service can help prevent future drivetrain issues and reduce labor costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory restorations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily drivers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOff-road vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock crawlers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverland builds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferential rebuilds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocker installations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTowing applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeekend trail rigs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance Toyota trucks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility is determined by the installed rear axle assembly, not solely by vehicle year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eToyota Pickup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 Toyota Pickup 4WD (1st Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1988 Toyota Pickup 4WD (2nd Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1989–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD (3rd Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with the compatible Toyota 8-inch rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eToyota 4Runner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1989 Toyota 4Runner (1st Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1990–1995 Toyota 4Runner (2nd Generation)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with the compatible Toyota 8-inch rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing an axle shaft requires removal of the rear brake assembly and wheel bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Inspection Items\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRear axle bearing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxle seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearing retainer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetaining collar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrake shoes or pads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrake drum or rotor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferential oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheel studs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxle housing vent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing worn bearings and seals during installation is highly recommended to maximize the service life of the new axle shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Installation Recommended\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation may require specialized tools, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydraulic press\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearing puller or splitter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearing installation tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeal driver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDial indicator for axle runout inspection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferential service equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional installation is recommended for proper bearing installation and axle retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRear axle shaft only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold individually\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1541H manganese alloy steel construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30-spline differential end\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix-lug wheel flange\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e26.75-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e28.5-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e lengths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits either rear driver or passenger side on compatible applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits Toyota 8-inch rear axle only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not fit front axle applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not fit 5-lug axle assemblies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not fit different spline counts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify shaft length before ordering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify bearing, seal, and brake 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