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Front diff drain plug alternate OEM part

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Jowett, Apr 16, 2019.

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  1. Nov 28, 2019 at 4:53 PM
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    Used a screw extractor to remove mine when I stripped it. Worked fine.
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    JAGCanada, Nov 28, 2019
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  2. Nov 28, 2019 at 8:04 PM
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  3. Nov 28, 2019 at 9:42 PM
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    Dude....I just mother effed that 10mm internal hex two nights ago doing my front diff oil. Thanks OP, ordered!
     
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  4. Dec 2, 2019 at 11:28 AM
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    What a stupid design!
     
    CHUCK W, Dec 2, 2019
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  5. Dec 25, 2019 at 6:03 PM
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    Thanks for the info! Just ordered 2 of them. 1 for my Tacoma and 1 for my wife's 4Runner! The 10mm front diff drain plug on the 4Runner is stripped, which I'm sure is going to be fun to remove.
     
    Proyota, Dec 25, 2019
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  6. Dec 29, 2019 at 8:03 AM
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    after finally getting my stripped drain plug out I used this part with zero issue.... thank you to the original poster for figuring this out!
     
    gavia, Dec 29, 2019
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  7. Feb 3, 2020 at 10:01 PM
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    My standard procedure for removing these drain plugs is to first put a torch on it before I even try to loosen it. :)
     
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  8. Feb 18, 2020 at 5:29 PM
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    Thanks for the tip! just installed this today, going to make changing the front diff fluid so easy from now on. Also did the transfer case and rear diff so my fluids are looking good.
     
    DavesTaco68, Feb 18, 2020
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  9. Feb 20, 2020 at 4:30 AM
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    Thanks for the find, I just order one of these Lexus drain plugs.

    I haven’t changed the fluid yet, but for those of you that had a stubborn drain plug, did any of you find using a torch to heat it up helpful? I see that most people are resorting to the hammer and chisel method.

    thanks
     
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  10. Feb 20, 2020 at 5:01 AM
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    I was expecting a battle with mine, but I took my time and cleaned out the hex hole really well and made sure my quality 10mm hex socket (I used a Snap-on socket) was fully inserted and seated in the hole. Then just applied a chit ton of muscle and it came out with zero damage.

    I’d be skeptical of using a torch. I’d use an impact over a torch.

    Just take your time and you should be fine. No need to over complicate it.
     
    TheDevilYouLove, Feb 20, 2020
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  11. Feb 20, 2020 at 5:18 AM
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    Thanks I’ll give it a try without the torch, I’ve hit it a couple times with PB Blast, which usually is a huge help, I don’t think people let it sit long enough for it to do any justice.
     
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  12. Feb 20, 2020 at 7:13 AM
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    Penetrating oil is not going to do anything in this situation. The crush washer is going to keep it from getting anywhere that will do any good. Pounding on the bit may do a little bit of good as it may crush the crush washer slightly more. As mentioned, use a quality bit and lean on it. If it rounds out, then break out the hammer and chisel.
     
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  13. Feb 20, 2020 at 8:48 AM
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    Sounds good, thanks!
     
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  15. Feb 20, 2020 at 2:08 PM
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    Just think of all the relaxing front diff drain and fills you’ll have after putting the new plug in!
     
    DavesTaco68, Feb 20, 2020
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  16. May 20, 2020 at 4:28 PM
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    The factory torque specs on this are oddly German: goodentight.
     
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  17. May 21, 2020 at 8:04 PM
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    Yea. 8 dollar shipping bites. But I Went to Toyota. They called Lexus and it was 14 bucks retail. And 10 dollar shipping . So I went with plan A.
     
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  18. Aug 25, 2020 at 8:19 PM
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    Thanks guys! Gonna order 1 for my front diff on 2016 Tacoma.
     
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  19. Sep 28, 2020 at 8:08 AM
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    Found the great price today on p/n 90341-24016
    $11.66 shipped to 50323
    (local Lexus dealer quoted $16.70; other online quotes were also around $17 including shipping)
    https://www.ssl-parts.com
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  20. Sep 28, 2020 at 9:03 AM
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    I ordered two (for 2016 Tacoma & 2015 4Runner) from below and I think I paid $7-$8 shipping. Total $25.07. I did not get any order confirmation or any shipped confirmation. Just a paypal payment notice from PayPal to AutoPartsPrimeInc. Not a good business practice.
    https://www.lexuspartsnow.com/parts/lexus-plug-for-front-differential-drain~90341-24016.html

    Next time, I'll order from SS-Parts as you linked.
     
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