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2nd Gen Tacoma Propeller Shaft U Joints

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Chuckle Norris, Jan 20, 2023.

  1. Jan 20, 2023 at 3:28 PM
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    So I have been reading a lot on forums about U Joints but have not found a correct spec for the (2) U joints for the front propeller shaft on the Double Cab 4WD model. The common joints offered by a million auto part stores are for the rear (2) piece driveshaft that are about 3.62" cap to cap. The front ones are smaller - has anybody replaced these recently and what is the model number and auto store you got them from. The cheapest I can find from a dealer or OEM store on line is upwards of 60 bucks. Lots of links on here to Spicer joint websites but they are not the correct joint for the front.
     
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  3. Jan 21, 2023 at 4:09 AM
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    Rockauto will save you alot of money.
     
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    Do yours squeak or have play? I still have oem at the front with 200K+ and they are holding up well. Even though I off-road and use 4x when I need it, the front joints just don't nearly see the same amount of stress as the rears. I would leave them alone unless you happen to take apart the front diff to change gears or something, or they are actually damaged.
     
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    I've only ever been able to find the rear u joints on Rockauto
     
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  6. Jan 22, 2023 at 1:09 PM
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    They have the fronts now.
     
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