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Free Wheel Manual Hubs Conversion

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tacoma Parts Marketplace (2016-2023)' started by 05Taco4x4, Oct 7, 2017.

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  1. Jul 30, 2018 at 6:54 PM
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  2. Jul 30, 2018 at 6:55 PM
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    3gen pickup Dualcases/4.7 5.29s F n R Zip locker Longfeild axles Goodyear mtr-37s 3gen 4runner Icons coilover/ camburg arms Taco locking hubs 488s F n R rear/w Zip locker Rear LC 7wraps w/tundra fox shocks Savage full skip
    If you blow your front diff you have to disconnect your driveline. With the hubs just unlock and drive home with a broken diff wont effect you front end.
     
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  3. Jul 30, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    My previous truck had manual hubs and it was the best setup ever. I just wish I had the cash laying around for this.
     
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  5. Jul 30, 2018 at 6:59 PM
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    As for right now you possible for any gens. @05Taco4x4 maded this to fit the newer gens! Which is a nice setup!
     
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  6. Jul 30, 2018 at 7:31 PM
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  7. Jul 30, 2018 at 11:13 PM
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    Looking forward to doing this when funds are available. Best way to do 2lo for sure. I miss my crawler and having dual tcase but this will make my downhill descents much smoother now. Mahalo
     
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  8. Jul 31, 2018 at 3:57 PM
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    really glad i found this. as you posted OP, I'm one of the guys waiting around to wear some stuff out first, then this is on the list. actually it's already on the list! this could possibly happen sooner rather than later. anyway, watching & waiting for now..
     
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  9. Aug 3, 2018 at 6:32 AM
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    Pardon my ignorance, but what exactly does this do?
     
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    The biggest deal is that it allows you to do 2Lo. This can make boat ramps and backing heavy trailers a lot easier on the truck, esp the MTs. Of course, 2Lo is big multiplier, so you would not want to go snapping the throttle and such, esp in reverse (the weak direction for the diff).

    Otherwise, it completely disconnects the front driveline. So, the CVs are no longer rotating. This has the side benefits of eliminating the diff needle bearing vibes, maybe saving a bit of fuel, and stopping the diff from rotating the planetary gears possibly saving some wear since they are always spinning due to the ADD setup.
     
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  11. Aug 3, 2018 at 8:36 AM
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    added performance and efficiency... same as you said, but that would be my focus since i'm mainly 2wd on road.
     
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    Just snapped an outside cv (the one next to the hub) on my Total Chaos +2 LT axle. The axle only takes the OEM CV and boot. Does your kit parts list include a new CV? I want to go to this set up and if the CV i need is included that makes it a lot easier to justify.
    thanks
     
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  13. Aug 7, 2018 at 8:04 PM
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    I have seen the video of the pipe method before to remove the outer CV. I heard it is a giant pain in the ass and doesnt work sometimes. Have you done it before on an OEM tacoma axle?
     
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  14. Aug 7, 2018 at 11:38 PM
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    First picture in OP shows everything included for each side. When you say CV I’m assuming by your description that you’re talking about the outboard joint of the CV axle. Just so we’re on the same page, CV axle is composed of an inboard joint (mates into carrier diff), outboard joint (mates into hub/bearing assembly) and shaft.
    Short answer, yes lol

    Both of mine. One dropped right out, second not so lucky. I found a supplier for the shafts after that, wish I would of found first lol would have gladly paid $60
     
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    How did you snap it?
     
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    Yes saving cv boots. Saving wear on front drivetrain. Save fuel. And my personal favorite. Having 2lo option without having to do dual cases. Don’t get me wrong I loved my dual case setup in my old crawler. I just couldn’t justify the cost on my DD/monthly off-roader. So this to me is one of the best mods hands down if you off-road your DD.
     
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    What's 2 mpg savings over 20,000 miles at $3.50/gal?
     
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    Fuel is about $3.65/gal where I live but I realize that's high vs national average, however VERY likely to be well above $3.50 40k miles down the road.

    With these numbers it will pay for itself after 60k miles, realistically well before that with the way gas prices are going up.
     
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  20. Aug 8, 2018 at 12:32 AM
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    + cv boot, 2lo .... I'd say there's value in it
     
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