{"product_id":"gear-and-pinion","title":"Gear And Pinion for Defender (2007 \u003e) 4 Pin – LR027529","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe LR027529 Gear and Pinion set is a differential crown wheel and pinion assembly designed for the rear or front axle of the Land Rover Defender, providing the gear reduction and torque transfer between the propshaft and axle shafts. This is a 4-pin differential variant, indicating compatibility with the four-pinion planet gear carrier configuration used in heavy-duty axle applications. Worn or damaged crown wheel and pinion sets typically present as axle whine under load, increased backlash, or complete differential failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-pin differential configuration for increased load capacity over standard 2-pin units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatched gear and pinion set - crown wheel and pinion must always be replaced as a pair to ensure correct tooth mesh and backlash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeets OEM specification for Defender axle assemblies as a direct replacement unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen fitting, replace associated bearings, seals, and set backlash correctly using appropriate gauges; reuse of old bearings is not recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits Land Rover Defender 90 (1983–2006, heavy-duty 4-pin axle, up to VIN 44S00442A) and Defender (2007 onwards, 4-pin axle configuration).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure about fitment? Feel free to get in touch at \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@thomasperformance.co.uk\"\u003einfo@thomasperformance.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allmakes 4x4","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55821150060888,"sku":"LR027529","price":163.93,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/0070\/6392\/files\/LR027529-600x600.jpg?v=1758867881","url":"https:\/\/thomasperformance.co.uk\/products\/gear-and-pinion","provider":"Thomas Performance Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}