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Needle Bearing - Yes, Replace It (ECGS)

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by irritable_vowels, Apr 9, 2021.

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  1. Apr 11, 2021 at 7:26 AM
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  2. Apr 11, 2021 at 12:18 PM
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    same but mine is 100% from getting the tool in place not from it failing

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  3. Apr 11, 2021 at 12:20 PM
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    Are you indicating that the bearing collar broke INSIDE the differential? If so, where did the broken metal piece go?
     
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  4. Apr 11, 2021 at 6:44 PM
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    Thanks for the confirmation
     
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  5. Apr 11, 2021 at 7:30 PM
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    I've got the worst luck so I replaced mine when I lifted.
     
    Jukeboxx13, Apr 11, 2021
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  6. Apr 12, 2021 at 9:51 PM
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  7. Apr 13, 2021 at 5:21 AM
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    I've read that it wont work but I haven't tried it. I would be curious to know what toyota actually uses when they replace the needle bearing. I doubt they have the ECGS tool.
     
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  8. Apr 20, 2022 at 9:21 AM
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  9. Apr 20, 2022 at 9:32 AM
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    Kinda cool knowing my needle bearing is part of that collection

    By the way If you are local to him in SoCal and need some work done on your taco, Dave is the man!
     
    Mike402, Apr 20, 2022
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  10. Apr 20, 2022 at 9:35 AM
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    Yes, daddy
     
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  12. Apr 20, 2022 at 11:38 AM
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    I do the bearing replacement for a side job in the Denver, CO area. Hit me up if you need it.
     
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  13. Apr 20, 2022 at 11:44 AM
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    Is the ECGS part/kit the best? Any others to consider?
     
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  14. Apr 22, 2022 at 5:37 PM
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    Hi guys! Seems like the best place to post the following.

    I just now placed an order for the ecgs bushing, and CV axle seal-just in case. Would anyone be willing to lend me the bushing removal tool, bushing install tool, and possibly the axle seal install tool? Of course I will pay shipping both ways. I'm here near Tampa, FL.
     
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  15. Apr 22, 2022 at 5:43 PM
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    Opportunity to bring up a conversation my neighbor and I were having (he has a Pro). We were wondering whether needle bearing issues are prevalent in the Pro since it’s “lifted” versus stock. And how about Tacos with the OEM lift kit installed? He was dismissive. I, with my immediate vibes after a 2” lift, was curious. You never read about either thing on TW though.
     
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  16. Apr 22, 2022 at 6:09 PM
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    That's what the needle bearing looks like after they are pulled out. The outer race breaks off.
     
    eurowner, Apr 22, 2022
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  17. Apr 22, 2022 at 6:19 PM
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    Mine didn’t look like that. Why would that portion break during removal, isn’t that the part that faces outboard (ie no contact with pulling tool)? I’ve seen lots of pictures of pulled needle bearings and this is the first like this.
     
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  18. Apr 22, 2022 at 7:30 PM
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    Where is the broken piece? I hope you found it or some fragments.
     
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  19. Apr 25, 2022 at 2:09 AM
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    I had 5100s installed about 3 weeks ago and felt the vibrations this past week. Couple of questions, if someone with previous experience could provide some insight would be greatly appreciated.
    1. How long before this causes a mechanical issue or a bigger issue?
    2. I have an offroad trip planned in a week or so and I'm not sure if it would be a good idea to take the truck off road with this issue, am I right to be worried? Read does not affect it when in 4wd
    3. Anyone in the Phoenix area that does this repair/replacement? I don't have the tools and expertise.
    Sorry for the long post but I heard and felt the rubbing sounding noise and I'm worried it would be a big deal if not taken care of right away, thank you.
     
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  20. Apr 25, 2022 at 5:04 AM
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    It seems like most of the broken ones get damaged driving the ECGS removal tool in place behind the needle bearing. Mine came out undamaged, but hopefully everyone who had a piece of theirs break off shoved a rag or shop towel in first before beating the removal tool in place. Chunks of metal in your diff is never good.

    Even at 1.5" I was getting a pretty noticeable vibration before I installed the new bushing. Wish I had installed this a year ago.
     
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