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leaking rear seal. 2002 3RZ, 5 sp, standard cab 4WD

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by pdubrule, Dec 4, 2014.

  1. Dec 4, 2014 at 1:20 PM
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    pdubrule

    pdubrule [OP] Active Member

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    Pete
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    I just got back from overseas and laid eyes on my "new" Taco this morning. My dad bought it while I was away. Long story for short, it's a beauty with a leak. The right rear wheel bearing seal is leaking. Not badly, but there's definitely a leak! I was wondering if anyone has done a rear bearing/seal RnR and could they comment on how much of a job it's going to be. Thanks, Pete
     
  2. Dec 4, 2014 at 3:54 PM
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    Dirty Pool

    Dirty Pool FLIES ON THE FRIES, KETCHUPS WATERED DOWN

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    It all comes down to what rear you have, ABS or non ABS. All TRD e-locker rears have ABS provisions even if the truck does not have an ABS system.
    There is a bunch of issues associated with properly doing a seal/bearing and a ton more if it's an ABS rear.

    Here are a few threads mostly about the ABS type. Non ABS seals just pry out and tap in flush with the tube but all the bearing stuff still applies.
    Here are a few links, the issues are spread out a bit so read all of the posts.
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/1st-gen-tacomas/274582-proper-way-press-new-rear-wheel-bearing.html
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/1st-gen-tacomas/277005-stubborn-inner-axle-seal.html

    Here's one more with some other improvised seal drivers.
     

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