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Seeking CV axel/seals and ECGS bushing advice

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Imageoguy, Jul 18, 2024.

  1. Jul 18, 2024 at 9:07 PM
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    Imageoguy

    Imageoguy [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I replaced a whole bunch of parts recently on my 245K km (150K miles) taco. I kept my CV axels as they don't seem to appear problematic. (the boots are fine, not sure how to tell if the axels are toast?). However, after having replaced calipers, brakes, rotors, wheel bearings, rebuilding SPC UCA, there seems to be a tiny bit of humidity/seepage on the cv axels close to the diff. I'm not sure if a bit of fluid might of leaked-out while replacing the parts, but it has me worried. There doesn't seem to be droplets or anything, but I wouldn't want to have to deal with problems in the middle of winter. Also, there does appear to be a lot of slop in the driver's side CV axel, more than what is to be expected, which makes me think that I should probably install the ECGS bushing.

    So here I am, needing advice on what to do.

    Change both CV axels and front diff seals for peace of mind? Change seals only (if so, I would appreciate OEM part #'s if anyone has them handy)? Do nothing and see if there is actually some trans fluid leaking along the axels after a few days of my truck sitting in the driveway? At least, the first steps of changing parts should be easy as I just went through em :(
     
  2. Jul 18, 2024 at 10:01 PM
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    TnShooter

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    I'd first check/replace the front diff breather.
    Then replace the axle seals.
    Followed by the ECGS bushing if needed. If you don't have an vibrations, I don't think you need the bushing.
    But there is no better time to replace the bush, since the you're placing the seals.
     
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  3. Jul 20, 2024 at 7:08 AM
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    ridefreak

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    Don't over think it, if you're feeling allot of up and down slop in the inner DS CV where it meets the diff you're a candidate for the bushing, mine went from very noticeable slop to pretty much none after the bushing install. I'd do that first and swap the seal right next to it at the same time. Leave the otherside alone for now and if the CVs boots are intact and the joints still greased well and you aren't hearing clacking when turning sharply the CVs are likely fine.
     

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