IFS rear VS. straight axle rear Question

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Mar 23, 2010 | 10:14 AM

kingskippy2001

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IFS rear VS. straight axle rear Question

What is the difference? I only have a straight axle rear for my '89 IFS 4runner, will it work ok? Any other related help would be nice, thank you.

Mar 23, 2010 | 10:15 AM

94sasyota

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yes its better then the older axle its 3in wider and stronger then the old model your one step ahead

Mar 23, 2010 | 10:29 AM

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To clarify: I have a 1989 4runner. The ONLY rearend that I have is from a 1985 straight axle truck. Will if fit and work without problems?

Mar 23, 2010 | 10:31 AM

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From: Nashville TN. I can help you if you're close BUT NOBODY CAN HELP YOU IF YOU DON'T FILL YOUR LOCATION IN!

IMO, the differances in axles, the SA and the IFS rears, is negligible...

And the diffs are built just like the Ford 9". And depending on year, it's rated stock at a 38" tire.

There are no problems with Toyota axles. Well, one. But you'll blow a UV joint to if you turn it hard under a load.

Please read.

http://home.4x4wire.com/erik/diffs/

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