Dorman 697-117 Differential Bearing Kit - Rear
Differential Bearing Kit for Ford 9-Inch Applications
Dorman 697-117 is a differential bearing kit for rear axle service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles with 9 in. ring gear setups. It includes the core installation components needed for ring and pinion service, with carrier and pinion bearings, steel construction, bearing races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound.
Key Features
- Carrier and pinion bearing kit for differential ring and pinion service
- Steel bearing material for drivetrain use
- Bearing races included for a complete service setup
- Package contents include bearings, races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound
- Fits rear applications on select Ford Bronco, Ford F-150, Ford F-100, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Cougar, and related models
- Part number 697-117 for direct catalog identification
Detailed Description
This Dorman differential bearing kit is built for rear axle service on vehicles using the Ford 9-inch ring gear platform. It is specified for applications with 31 spline shafts and 3.25 in. carrier bearings, including Daytona pinion bearing setups where noted. Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1970-1986 Ford Bronco, rear; Fits 1975-1986 Ford F-150, rear; Fits 1975-1983 Ford F-100, rear; Fits 1970-1979 Lincoln Continental, rear; and Fits 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, rear. The 697-117 kit also applies to select Mercury Grand Marquis, Marquis, Monarch, Cougar, Montego, and Colony Park rear axle applications listed in the fitment data.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., R9R306S) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing worn differential carrier and pinion bearings during axle rebuilds
- Restoring proper ring and pinion setup in Ford 9-inch rear ends
- Addressing bearing noise from worn or damaged differential components
- Correcting gear pattern issues during differential service with included marking compound
- Refreshing seals and shims during rear axle maintenance
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify axle configuration before installation, including 9 in. ring gear, 31 spline specification where required, 3.25 in. carrier bearings, and Daytona pinion bearing notes. Differential setup requires careful measurement of preload, backlash, and gear contact pattern; use the included shims and marking compound during assembly. Confirm the vehicle’s rear axle application against the fitment list before ordering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies this differential bearing kit as a service replacement for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury rear axle applications. Part number 697-117 is cataloged for the listed fitments and includes the components needed for differential bearing service.
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$149.72Dorman 697-117 Differential Bearing Kit - Rear
Differential Bearing Kit for Ford 9-Inch Applications
Dorman 697-117 is a differential bearing kit for rear axle service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles with 9 in. ring gear setups. It includes the core installation components needed for ring and pinion service, with carrier and pinion bearings, steel construction, bearing races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound.
Key Features
- Carrier and pinion bearing kit for differential ring and pinion service
- Steel bearing material for drivetrain use
- Bearing races included for a complete service setup
- Package contents include bearings, races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound
- Fits rear applications on select Ford Bronco, Ford F-150, Ford F-100, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Cougar, and related models
- Part number 697-117 for direct catalog identification
Detailed Description
This Dorman differential bearing kit is built for rear axle service on vehicles using the Ford 9-inch ring gear platform. It is specified for applications with 31 spline shafts and 3.25 in. carrier bearings, including Daytona pinion bearing setups where noted. Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1970-1986 Ford Bronco, rear; Fits 1975-1986 Ford F-150, rear; Fits 1975-1983 Ford F-100, rear; Fits 1970-1979 Lincoln Continental, rear; and Fits 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, rear. The 697-117 kit also applies to select Mercury Grand Marquis, Marquis, Monarch, Cougar, Montego, and Colony Park rear axle applications listed in the fitment data.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., R9R306S) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing worn differential carrier and pinion bearings during axle rebuilds
- Restoring proper ring and pinion setup in Ford 9-inch rear ends
- Addressing bearing noise from worn or damaged differential components
- Correcting gear pattern issues during differential service with included marking compound
- Refreshing seals and shims during rear axle maintenance
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify axle configuration before installation, including 9 in. ring gear, 31 spline specification where required, 3.25 in. carrier bearings, and Daytona pinion bearing notes. Differential setup requires careful measurement of preload, backlash, and gear contact pattern; use the included shims and marking compound during assembly. Confirm the vehicle’s rear axle application against the fitment list before ordering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies this differential bearing kit as a service replacement for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury rear axle applications. Part number 697-117 is cataloged for the listed fitments and includes the components needed for differential bearing service.
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Differential Bearing Kit for Ford 9-Inch Applications
Dorman 697-117 is a differential bearing kit for rear axle service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles with 9 in. ring gear setups. It includes the core installation components needed for ring and pinion service, with carrier and pinion bearings, steel construction, bearing races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound.
Key Features
- Carrier and pinion bearing kit for differential ring and pinion service
- Steel bearing material for drivetrain use
- Bearing races included for a complete service setup
- Package contents include bearings, races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound
- Fits rear applications on select Ford Bronco, Ford F-150, Ford F-100, Lincoln Continental, Mercury Cougar, and related models
- Part number 697-117 for direct catalog identification
Detailed Description
This Dorman differential bearing kit is built for rear axle service on vehicles using the Ford 9-inch ring gear platform. It is specified for applications with 31 spline shafts and 3.25 in. carrier bearings, including Daytona pinion bearing setups where noted. Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1970-1986 Ford Bronco, rear; Fits 1975-1986 Ford F-150, rear; Fits 1975-1983 Ford F-100, rear; Fits 1970-1979 Lincoln Continental, rear; and Fits 1970-1973 Ford Mustang, rear. The 697-117 kit also applies to select Mercury Grand Marquis, Marquis, Monarch, Cougar, Montego, and Colony Park rear axle applications listed in the fitment data.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., R9R306S) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing worn differential carrier and pinion bearings during axle rebuilds
- Restoring proper ring and pinion setup in Ford 9-inch rear ends
- Addressing bearing noise from worn or damaged differential components
- Correcting gear pattern issues during differential service with included marking compound
- Refreshing seals and shims during rear axle maintenance
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify axle configuration before installation, including 9 in. ring gear, 31 spline specification where required, 3.25 in. carrier bearings, and Daytona pinion bearing notes. Differential setup requires careful measurement of preload, backlash, and gear contact pattern; use the included shims and marking compound during assembly. Confirm the vehicle’s rear axle application against the fitment list before ordering.
Quality Assurance
Dorman supplies this differential bearing kit as a service replacement for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury rear axle applications. Part number 697-117 is cataloged for the listed fitments and includes the components needed for differential bearing service.
