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GA Tacoma Owners BS Thread

Discussion in 'Georgia' started by BYJOSHCOOK, Oct 29, 2008.

  1. Jan 17, 2021 at 2:26 PM
    Gen2Tacoma

    Gen2Tacoma A Question Asked is an Answer Learned!

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    Just a strong pair of vice grips to remove the springs. Nothing to replace if not broken other than the shoes. Might want to watch a couple of your-tube vids for the adjustment. It's really not that bad. Just internet research and you should be good!
     
  2. Jan 17, 2021 at 6:53 PM
    MAG GRY TACO15

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    Same crap everyone else got
    I can't stand thieves. Food is probably the only thing a person can justify stealing. A tacoma bed mat...yeah you're a POS for stealing that.

    JB, you can borrow anything anytime. If I got it, it's yours.
     
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  3. Jan 18, 2021 at 4:39 AM
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    Just did this yesterday, for the secomd time. Lol. I replaced the hardware, myself. The hardware kit is cheap and easier than replacing broken parts later!
     
  4. Jan 18, 2021 at 6:15 AM
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  5. Jan 18, 2021 at 6:47 AM
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    I would save your $$ and replace with an OEM kit. When you install, slide the boot up the shaft ~1” or so to keep the boot fins from rubbing(and tearing). Works like a charm.

    https://parts.mariettatoyota.com/p/CV-Joint-Boot-Kit-Left--Right--Front/62989683/0442804010.html

    you’ll want this tool to crimp the bands properly

    Lisle 30800 CV Boot Clamp Pliers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002SREPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_P8zbGb1508M22?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
     
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  6. Jan 18, 2021 at 8:32 AM
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    Thank you for that! I can get one at the toyota dealership here in Athens.
     
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  7. Jan 18, 2021 at 8:35 AM
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  8. Jan 18, 2021 at 8:41 AM
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    Whenever my wife gets the video from her best friend I have a short clip of the wheeling with her best friends husband in his new ranger.
     
  9. Jan 18, 2021 at 9:19 AM
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    Went to indian mountain this weekend, really nice mixture of mud and rocks out there. Has anyone been to Iron Mountain? I know they let almost every vehicle up there

    [​IMG]
     
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  10. Jan 18, 2021 at 9:23 AM
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    Man I freakin hate people... like who leisurely does something like that? A fellow member donated his over to me, and I've been using it, but I'm sure you'd get more use out of it man. If you're gonna be at mod day you can take it off my hands. If not or you need it sooner just shoot me a PM and we can meet up somewhere. I live in Gwinnett on the border of Norcross and Lilburn, so it shouldn't be a problem for me if you wanna meet up. Btw I've got a short bed
     
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  11. Jan 18, 2021 at 9:36 AM
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    All my rigs are purpose built. From crawling to camping. I also enjoy a nice stock truck for what that’s worth. Toyota’s are the jam!
    Hells yeah! Get some!
     
  12. Jan 18, 2021 at 2:48 PM
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    I appreciate the generosity, but I'm actually considering one of the bed mats that Weathertech makes (can get it from my work for cost + 10%...roughly ~$110 after tax). Not an immediate need, but definitely gonna get something for spring as I take the canoe out to Stone Mtn occasionally to drown some worms and it's nice to not have gear sliding around in the bed.
     
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  13. Jan 19, 2021 at 5:43 AM
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    CowboyTaco $20 is $20

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    I'll also make the recommendation for the Cardone HD CV axle. I've had zero issues with it, and it has a lifetime warranty. I think I got it from Rockauto for around $70.

    My understanding of the HD version is that it is the same axle as the regular but with stronger boots. Some more info on it here: In the aftermarket CV axle discussions, you'll see the NAPA ones come up as the best you can get without breaking the bank. Cardone makes those and handles the warranty for NAPA.

    Their website isn't working for me, but you can also look up CVJ axles. They sell refurbished OEM axles with upgraded boots. You can also buy just the boot from them.

    Knipex also makes a good one. https://www.homedepot.com/p/KNIPEX-...ront-and-Side-Crimp-Jaws-10-99-i220/303558267

    https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-Tools...ocphy=9011040&hvtargid=pla-422817856788&psc=1 (I think I got the ones that do the side crimp as well. Figured if I was going to get the specialty tool, I'd rather have the ability to do it either head on or from the side)

    His write-up was the inspiration for me ordering the stuff to reboot mine....which was probably close to 2 years ago. Parts still in box.
     
  14. Jan 19, 2021 at 6:19 AM
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    ive got those pliers too, can’t remember if I got them for that job or another but either way they come in handy as well haha

    you need to get on it!!! It’s easy peasy lemon squeezy. If you can remove the axle from your truck, rebooting it is cake
     
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    All my rigs are purpose built. From crawling to camping. I also enjoy a nice stock truck for what that’s worth. Toyota’s are the jam!
    I replaced those rings with hose clamps. Works better IMO have had success with them on my wheeling rig.
     
  16. Jan 19, 2021 at 6:34 AM
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    I think my inners may have hose clamps from when I did the boot slide.

    When I had it off to rebuild I preferred the OEM rebuild fit n finish

    Hose clamps do work fabulously
     
  17. Jan 19, 2021 at 6:57 AM
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    CowboyTaco $20 is $20

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    Good to know. And it's just laziness and other more important projects. I'm sure it will jump up on priority if/when the other side tears.

    I thought about seeing if I could find people to donate their CVs with torn boots to reboot and resell. It seems that there is a lack of OEM rebuilds from Toyota and quality options are generally thought of to be hard to find. So it could be providing a service to members, save them some money over ordering a reman from the dealership (if they can even find them), and put some extra jingle in the pockets. I went as far as to reach out to someone on FB who replaced theirs, who said that I could have the old but then stopped responding. I haven't thought about that idea again until now.

    Anybody got any old CV axles laying around that they want to donate? Would there even be a market for that?
     
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  18. Jan 19, 2021 at 12:37 PM
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    I was looking under my truck and the passenger side is about done as well. So I ordered both inner boots from Toyota. They should be here tomorrow so hopefully I'll have time to fix it and go use it again this weekend. Oh and I did go the OEM route.
     
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  19. Jan 19, 2021 at 1:01 PM
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    If you are going to go to the effort to change the inner boots, you may as well completely rebuild the axles, new outer boots and grease as well. It's not that much more effort.
     
  20. Jan 19, 2021 at 1:08 PM
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    I may tackle that but I also have to replace passenger side wheel bearing. I work 60 hours a week and drive 100 miles a day round trip. So a lot of what I do depends on how much free time I have. I did that drivers close to two years ago. Now this one is roaring. I'm sure creek crossings, mud, and clay have something to do with that issue. Haha
     
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