Timken DRK324 Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit - Rear

Timken DRK324 Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit

Restore rear axle serviceability with the Timken DRK324 axle differential bearing and seal kit. This DT Components rebuild kit is built for rear differential service on a wide range of Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks, vans, and SUVs with 9.5 in. ring gear applications and 14-bolt cover configurations.

Timken DRK324 is a fitment-focused solution for rear axle bearing and seal replacement on Chevrolet C1500, GMC K2500, and similar GM platforms. It also cross-references DK324 and RA324 for the same application.

Key Features

• Timken DT Components rebuild kit for rear axle service
• Includes the bearings and seals needed to complete differential repair work
• Application-specific coverage for 9.5 in. ring gear rear axles
• Fits rear-position GM trucks, vans, SUVs, and select Cadillac models
• Part number: DRK324

Detailed Description

The DRK324 kit is part of Timken’s DT Components line for differential, transfer case, and transmission service. It is intended for rear axle differential bearing and seal replacement where a 9.5 in. ring gear is used, including many Chevrolet C1500, K1500, C2500, K2500, GMC C1500, K1500, and GMC Yukon rear axle applications. Select listings also cover manual transmission input shaft bearing service on certain GM trucks and vans.

This part cross-references DK324 and RA324 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Rear differential bearing noise
• Oil seepage at axle seals
• Worn bearings during differential rebuilds
• Service work on GM 9.5 in. ring gear rear axles
• Repair on Chevrolet C1500, GMC K2500, and related rear axle applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle housing, ring gear size, and cover style before ordering. Confirm rear-position fitment against the vehicle listing, especially on Chevrolet and GMC C/K trucks, Suburban, Blazer, Tahoe, Express, Savana, and select Cadillac rear axle applications. Professional differential setup is recommended to ensure correct bearing preload and seal alignment.

Quality Assurance

Timken markets DT Components rebuild kits with the bearings and seals required for the job. The DRK324 follows that product-line approach for rear axle service and related GM drivetrain applications.