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Front diff drain plug alternate part

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Jowett, May 24, 2020.

  1. May 24, 2020 at 6:15 AM
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    Cross post from the 2nd gen forum, in case you don't wander over there.

    Hey folks. You are all likely well aware of the front diff drain plug short comings. I've been using Lexus part # 90341-24016 for a couple of years now... it has a 14mm nut in place of the 10mm female hex, all other dimensions and features are the same. Retail is $10ish.
     
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    Can you get a magnetic plug for it ?
     
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    It has a magnet, just like the original.
     
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    What is wrong/bad about the original/factory plug?
     
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    They tend to occasionally round out due to the smallish 10mm internal hex. It is a bit small for the thread and gasket size engagement on the relatively massive plug. It works well on the smaller plugs.
     
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    They're essentially removed with an allen wrench of sorts. So they strip easily are are difficult to unscrew.

    The Lexus version allows you to use a socket wrench.
     
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    Nothing wrong with the factory plugs. Buy quality tools that won't strip fasteners out. Front diff plug torque is 48 ft/lbs for drain and 29 ft/lbs for fill. Over tighten these and yes, I can see where you would strip them out.

    Here is the proper 10mm hex socket for the factory plus it is made in America as well. I'm sure Snap-On or Mac offer similar sockets.

    https://www.mcmaster.com/8367A47
     
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    In a perfect world, it does ok... but I prefer to plan for the worst. The 14mm will be superior when things go wrong.
     
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  13. May 25, 2020 at 9:00 AM
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    Sorry guys, I was thinking of the rear diff. I've not changed oil in my front yet.
     
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