Replacing gears on my 2012 Mustang V6 manual (2.73 to 3.73 FRPP). Vehicle has less than 3000 miles on it. Bought gears and Rear Gear Pinion Bearing. Should I purchase the Rear End Installation and Bearing Kit? And if so, which one; Motive $74.95 or FRPP $149.99? Thanks in advance.

 

When I had my gears installed my mechanic recommended the bearing kit, so i purchased a yukon bearing kit. Tobe honest I am happy I did because when he was pulling apart the stock carrier, the crush sleeves were a little worn unevenly, and also when you are trying to get the bearing off the pinion it usually breaks.

I said the same thing when getting my gears installed, "cars brand new, why would i need new bearings" but its just a piece of mind, and even more reason for your gears not to whine or prematurely wear.

Do it right once.

 

I purchased the installation + bearing kit from American Muscle for an additional $74, and glad I did. My installers used a lot of the parts in there.

I don't know of an FRPP option, unless you are referring to the $109.99 option which is for the traction-LOK which I didn't buy.

 

OP, just outta curiosity, you got a tuner to go with those gears? Id imagine so.... BTW Im super jerrous of the gear swap

 

I had bad info on the FRPP kit; it was for the GT500. On my 2001, I had a gear swap at 25,000, with no bearing kit. It is as quiet as a church mouse with no problems (420 hp, 405 tq). Thanks for the replies.