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Adding a rear locker to a Prerunner non TRD

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 1stacoma, Nov 8, 2012.

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  1. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:00 AM
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    I searched before posting but was unable to find the answer I was looking for. So the TRD has the rear locker and it is not 24/7 just activated when the switch is pressed. Is it possible to purchase something aftermarket that does the same thing? I know that a full time locker can be installed but I thought that was not good for the street. So is it possible to get a rear locker that is like the TRD option? Thanks
     
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  2. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:03 AM
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  3. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:09 AM
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    If you have the trd rear end there are no aftermarket options.

    If you have the sport or sr5 look into ARB air locker. They are pricey but are pushbutton operated and very very nice to have.
     
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  4. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:23 AM
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    How does the locker work in the TRD and is it possible to get one like that?
     
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  5. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:27 AM
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    ^^^This!!! I had the ARB rear locker installed in my 08 prerunner non trd about 2 months ago and it had def gotten me outta some shit...and ya it wasnt cheap either but a good investment IMO
     
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  6. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:28 AM
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    If you can find a trd rear end and all the wiring i would think you could do a swap but not 100% sure... anyone who has done this???
     
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  7. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:41 AM
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    No cuz you have to change the whole axle. And then all the wiring. It would be cheaper at that point for an ARB... Unless you get it all given to you and know your way around the wiring and everything...
     
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  8. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:41 AM
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    The TRD sport has a mechanical Limited Slip Differential (LSD) google it if you want to know how it works.
    The TRD OFF ROAD has an E-Locker or electronic (selectable) locker. It operates as an open diff until you select it to be locked via electric motor.

    The e-locker requires an e-locker axle housing. Not much different than the LSD housing but has a notch on the drivers side to account for the electronic actuator. You CANNOT use an LSD housing for an e-locker third member without modification. You actually have to grind and cut a notch in the housing, and re-drill some mounting holes.

    Considering most e-locker housings are going for $1100+, you may be better off going with an ARB.
     
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  9. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:41 AM
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    A few bolts are different.
    I studied doing the TRD axle swap in my Sport. The cost is about the same for an inferior product versus the ARB locker.
     
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  10. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:42 AM
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    A few bolts are different.
    You do not need all the factory wiring. 12voltguy.com has a harness that bypasses all the factory stuff.
     
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  11. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:43 AM
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    make sure you put a locker in the front :p
     
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  12. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:44 AM
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    I see...i guess if someone is really goo and liked wiring it up and found the axle in a junkyard or something:confused:
     
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  13. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:45 AM
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    How much if you dont mind me asking?
     
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  14. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:47 AM
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    Well i refinanced so i had some extra cash but i think it came out to bout $2400 thats installed by a shop because i dont trust myself drilling into my diff
     
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    Ah I didnt know that. I just went new gears and ARB... lol
     
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    :eek: It didnt even cost me that for the new gears, locker, compressor, warranty for 36,000 miles and install....
     
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  17. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:52 AM
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    New gears and install kit $400
    Compressor, locker, install and warranty were around $1600.
     
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  18. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:54 AM
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    Op if i were you i would Get it from East coast gear supply and just drop it in yourself.
     
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  19. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:55 AM
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    Ya i added another warrenty on top of everything that was pricey...who did urs? I got stupid fucking 4WP to do mine...ya that was a mistake:rant:
     
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  20. Nov 8, 2012 at 9:56 AM
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    yea 4wp is garbage :S
     
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