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What kind of differential does my taco have?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by chano87, Dec 1, 2010.

  1. Dec 1, 2010 at 9:21 PM
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    chano87

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    I have a 2003 v6 prerunner sr5 no TDR package and i dont know what kind of differential i have is it an open diff. or posi. or limited slip
     
  2. Dec 1, 2010 at 9:23 PM
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    If it is stock, then you have an open differential.
     
  3. Dec 1, 2010 at 9:26 PM
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    :( does that mean that only one tire has power all the time it or does it switch back and forth.
     
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    the tire with the least resistance has the power.
     
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    chano87

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    whats limited slip diff?
    whats posi trac diff?
     
  6. Dec 1, 2010 at 9:54 PM
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    thanx that was very help full
     
  7. Dec 1, 2010 at 10:00 PM
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    I swear i have a limited, not stock of course
     
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    sorry for reviving an OLD thread (and also for thread-jacking) but I have the same Taco as the OP and am about to buy a LSD to help me out on them dusty trails.

    Some people run TRD LSD's, while others prefer TrueTrac. Is this purely personal preference, or is there more at play?

    Thanks.
     
  10. Jun 21, 2011 at 7:08 AM
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    The Eaton / Kazuma / TRD LSD uses clutch plates, which can eventually wear out and need replacement. It's also advisable to add friction modifier to the differential lubrication to help with clutch engagement.

    The TrueTrac uses helical gears (no clutches). In theory, they don't wear out and don't require any additional special lube products.
     
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    I have the same question. What kind of diff do I have? 99 4x4 sr5 no trd.please help
     
  13. Jun 21, 2011 at 12:37 PM
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    open diff
     
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    Thanks! That's exactly what I needed to know.
    Looks like TrueTrac is the one for me!
     
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    This video is outstanding. I always kinda-sorta knew how the differential did its thing but this video makes it completely clear.

    So my question: I want to order a BAMF diff skid and he's got 8" and 8.4".

    My '02 3.4 4x4 SR5 has the 8" correct... ? (no locker, 4.10 gears)

    Thanks all!
     
  16. Nov 25, 2013 at 3:34 PM
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    No

    8'' is the Elocker

    8.4'' is the open.


    technically both are still 8'' rings..but the 8.4'' is SLIGHTLY bigger. The pinion is supposed to be stronger too or something..

    either way. You want the 8.4''
     
  17. Nov 25, 2013 at 3:55 PM
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    Thank you much!
     
  18. Nov 25, 2013 at 11:10 PM
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    AWESOME video!
     
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    I had to laugh at a few of those scenes but VERY informative!
     
  20. Nov 27, 2013 at 6:54 PM
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    So when we talk about an 8" vs an 8.4" diff, where exactly is that measurement made ?
     

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