{"product_id":"yukon-gear-4340-chromoly-cut-to-fit-rear-axle-shaft-gm-14-bolt-10-5-amp-11-5-30-spline","title":"Yukon Gear 4340 Chromoly Cut-To-Fit Rear Axle Shaft – GM 14-Bolt 10.5\" \u0026amp; 11.5\" (30 Spline)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen you are fabricating a custom rig, standard axle lengths rarely cut it. The \u003cstrong\u003eYukon Gear \u0026amp; Axle 4340 Chromoly Cut-to-Fit Rear Axle\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you the ultimate flexibility to dial in your custom track width without sacrificing strength. Built specifically for GM 10.5\" 14-bolt and 11.5\" rear ends, this 30-spline shaft is engineered to take serious abuse on the trail, the rocks, or the street.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eForged from high-tensile 4340 chromoly, this axle provides a massive strength upgrade over standard stock shafts while keeping your build budget in check. Featuring cold-roll formed splines and advanced induction coil heat treating, it delivers unmatched durability. Whether you are narrowing a housing for a rock bouncer or setting up a custom overlander, its 38.2-inch to 42.2-inch cut-to-length design ensures you get the exact fit required for your fabrication project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n        \u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n        \u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"custom-specs-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eYukon Gear \u0026amp; Axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eYA WGM14T-30-42\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e4340 Chromoly\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSpline Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e30-Spline\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eLength Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e38.2\" to 42.2\" (Cut-to-Fit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFlange Bolt Pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e3.562\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e24.3 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n        \u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n        \u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"custom-specs-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eAxle Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePosition\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eGM 10.5\" (14-Bolt) \u0026amp; 2001-2010 GM 11.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePlease verify your specific flange bolt pattern on 2011 and later GM models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThis specific axle features a 3.562\" bolt pattern. Some late-model GM applications utilize a larger bolt pattern that will not line up with this shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"details\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"svg-wrapper icon-plus\"\u003e\n      \u003csvg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewbox=\"0 0 14 14\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\n        \u003cpath class=\"vertical\" d=\"M2.75 7H11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n        \u003cpath class=\"horizontal\" d=\"M7 2.75L7 11.25\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"var(--icon-stroke-width)\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\n      \u003c\/svg\u003e\n    \u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"details-content rte\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e1. How do I properly cut this axle to my required length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou can cut the axle to length using a standard abrasive chop saw or a high-quality horizontal band saw. After cutting, it is highly recommended to chamfer or bevel the freshly cut edge to allow for easy installation into the carrier or locker splines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e2. Will this fit my 2012+ GM 11.5\" rear axle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou must manually verify your bolt pattern first. This axle features a 3.562\" bolt pattern, which is standard for 2001-2010 models. Some 2011 and newer GM trucks moved to a larger bolt pattern on the axle flange, which will not line up with this shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e3. Why should I upgrade to 4340 Chromoly over a stock axle replacement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e4340 Chromoly has a significantly higher tensile strength than standard OEM carbon steel axles. This means it can withstand the increased torsional loads created by running larger tires, deeper gear ratios, and heavy-duty off-road abuse without snapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e4. Will cutting the axle to length ruin the heat treatment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. Yukon cuts the splines long enough so that when you trim the shaft within the advertised 38.2\" to 42.2\" window, you are cutting through properly splined and induction heat-treated material. Just avoid getting the metal excessively hot if using an abrasive wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3\u003e5. Are the splines cut or rolled into the shaft?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYukon uses cold roll formed splines on these shafts rather than traditional machine-cut splines. Rolling the splines compacts the metal grain structure, resulting in a much stronger spline profile that resists twisting and shearing under heavy loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Yukon Gear \u0026 Axle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56942848606374,"sku":"YA WGM14T-30-42","price":336.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8394\/6406\/files\/YA_WGM14T-30-42-Axle.webp?v=1786480830","url":"https:\/\/wideopendesign.com\/products\/yukon-gear-4340-chromoly-cut-to-fit-rear-axle-shaft-gm-14-bolt-10-5-amp-11-5-30-spline","provider":"Wide Open Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}