AMC 20 pinion seal, bearing, and crush sleeve advice

I was attempting to replace my leaky pinion seal and yoke. When reassembling, I think I over-tightened the crush sleeve. Before removing it, I tried to measure the rotational torque with an inch-pound beam wrench, and it was basically zero. After inspecting the bearing and crush sleeve and replacing the seal, I am concerned that I over-tightened the nut and sleeve. I could barely turn the yoke by hand, and the torque was beyond what the wrench could handle. Additionally, the bearing had some pitting on the rollers.

My question is: can I attempt to reuse everything and tighten it to the proper torque, or do I need to replace the crush sleeve? Also, if I replace the bearing, can I use another of the same bearing without replacing the race? It seems like I would have to disassemble the entire rear end to get the old race out to put in a new one.

Any advice from someone with experience is appreciated. If anyone has a part number for the crush sleeve that can be bought from Napa or AutoZone, that would be great too.

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For the best results, remember these tips: If a crush sleeve is over-tightened, it can’t be reused; you’ll need a new one to maintain proper bearing preload. Always replace the bearing and race together to avoid uneven wear. You can find replacement crush sleeves at NAPA or O’Reilly Auto Parts.

You should replace the crush sleeve and bearing for safety. Don’t reuse the bearing without replacing the race, as it can cause uneven wear. It’s better to disassemble and do it right. For part numbers, check with Napa or AutoZone directly.