'splain me differentials, 2nd gen 4runner
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'splain me differentials, 2nd gen 4runner
I have a 94 4runner 5spd v6 w/ADD, The front diff is probably bad - it has a 1/2 inch hole in the lower front casing, cant tell if something hit it or of something escaped- it was that way as I bought it. So no 4WD at this time.
So my plan is to get it fixed, I can get used diffs (4.56) in my area. But what would I have in stock form - Open diff? Limited slip ?
I think I understand aftermarket lockers but I want this thing to do some light to med duty crawling - nothing extreme just some southern Utah type tours.
Looking for some advise from the forum before I talk to the shops.
Thanks!
So my plan is to get it fixed, I can get used diffs (4.56) in my area. But what would I have in stock form - Open diff? Limited slip ?
I think I understand aftermarket lockers but I want this thing to do some light to med duty crawling - nothing extreme just some southern Utah type tours.
Looking for some advise from the forum before I talk to the shops.
Thanks!
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So here are my assumptions (I may be wrong)
1. When shifting into 4WD I get a click from inside the dash - but no 4WD indicator lights come on in the dash. And of course the fronts won't spin.
2. The ADD system will not work/engage without oil in the front diff.
3. Oil will not stay in a carrier with a hole in it.
4. I'll pop the front carrier case off, but prolly won't be able to recognize a problem.
5. Replacing a front diff is not an easy task for a novice.
6. An aussie (or like product) in the rear will help me keep up with an FJ in most cases.
7. Pull out my wallet.
Last edited by tktmsa; 01-03-2009 at 03:00 PM.
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