Carrier Shim Kit

The MOTIVE GEAR Carrier Shim Kit (part number 1125R) is a precision steel differential shim assembly engineered for Dana 35 rear axle carriers. This kit addresses critical bearing preload and play adjustment during differential rebuild and repair operations, delivering the proper contact geometry and load distribution required for reliable axle performance and extended service life in demanding conditions.

Differential carrier shims are essential wear items in any Dana 35 rebuild. Over time, bearing surfaces experience wear that creates measurable axle play and reduces the preload clamping force needed to maintain proper gear mesh. The MOTIVE GEAR shim kit restores critical tolerances by compensating for this wear, ensuring bearings seat correctly and maintain adequate preload to eliminate noise, reduce vibration, and prevent premature gear damage. Steel construction provides the rigidity and durability required to hold tight tolerances across the operating temperature range—from cold starts to sustained highway cruising or aggressive off-road operation.

This kit is essential for serious off-road enthusiasts, vintage 4x4 owners, and mechanics performing complete differential rebuilds on Dana 35–equipped vehicles, including Jeep Wranglers, Cherokees, and vintage full-size pickups. Proper shim selection during reassembly is critical—incorrect preload leads to bearing failure, gear noise, and catastrophic axle damage. The compact design (5.85 x 0.55 x 6.3 inches) provides the precision geometry needed for accurate carrier assembly and bearing adjustment during the rebuild sequence.