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Driveshaft- am I cooked?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Lpowell787, Sep 9, 2025 at 6:08 PM.

  1. Sep 9, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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    Lpowell787

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    Not so sure if this is normal. Idk what is going on does anyone have input? Am I cooked? Is this something I can work on myself with little experience?

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    Lpowell787, Sep 9, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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  2. Sep 9, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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    Old grease. Clean it and re-grease
     
    02hilux, Sep 9, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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    All of that grease is a good sign and shows that someone has been taking care it. You're fine. Look into driveshaft maintenance to see what people do.
     
    ztwatson, Sep 9, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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