Ring Gear Nut & Bolt Kit

The Winters Ring Gear Nut & Bolt Kit (Part Number 7165) is a precision fastener assembly designed for differential maintenance and ring gear installation on high-performance and heavy-duty drivetrain systems. This kit serves mechanics, fabricators, and enthusiasts who work on custom differentials, performance upgrades, or restoration projects requiring OEM-specification fastening solutions.

Ring gear bolts are critical load-bearing components that secure the ring gear to the differential carrier, making proper installation and specification compliance essential for drivetrain reliability and safety. Manufactured by Winters Performance, a trusted supplier of differential components and drivetrain systems, this kit contains precision-grade nuts and bolts engineered to withstand the shear forces and rotational stress inherent in differential operation. The fasteners are manufactured to exacting tolerances to ensure proper clamping force on the ring gear, preventing gear slippage or separation under acceleration, deceleration, and cornering loads.

This Winters kit is ideal for differential rebuilds, custom carrier installations, and performance drivetrain work on both street and off-road vehicles. Proper ring gear fastening is non-negotiable for ensuring consistent preload across all bolt locations—a critical factor in preventing noise, vibration, and premature wear. With all fasteners needed for proper ring gear installation included, this kit eliminates guesswork during assembly.