I am not really mechanically inclined, but I like learning new things about my rig. On that note, how do I lube all the moving parts under my 95 4runner. Specifically, how do I change the fluid in the front pumkin (differential), and what fluids do I us. the previous owner did'nt take very good care of the truck, and I am trying to bring it back to life. Also, any ideas about removing rust from the undercarriage and protecting it? Not alot of rust, mostly on the nuts, bolts and pull pins and such. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks

 

well yes i can help you fron doff has a drain plug under neath and a fill plug on the front... i use normal gear oil..

for the rust use a wire brush on a drill or sand paper then just paint flat rust paint black i was doing it to my surf after its first winter today!

 

Make sure to remove the fill plug first, then the drain plug, so if the fill plug is messed up or stuck, you don't drain your diff and then have no way to refill.

75 w 90 gear oil

Some Rustoleum spray paint on the rust.

 

how much fluid do I put in. Is there a spot to grease or lube the font axle mechanics?

 

Check out........ http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/mainte...tenancep4.html

 

very good idea to remove the fill plug first... i don't even want to think about having to fill the diff through the drain plug

 

Fill the diffs,tranny and t-case till it spills out the fill hole.