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I decided (and due to a fat tax return last year) to go with an ARB front. Out of an abundance of caution, I ended up buying all new gears and internals to go with it, plus an air compressor. If I didn't feel the utility for the compressor, I would have done an elocker. The philosophy was...

I had something similar with my headlamp. Got so concerned about breaking it that I took it to a mechanic (was getting it inspected anyway). They just cranked it on as hard as they could and it came off. Mine didn't break though

I bought a Northstar 27F. Delighted with it.

This looks like my arsenal with regards to removing my front diff. Is there... something I should know?

I'm four nuts away from having to choose where to get a rebuild done. Thanks for the post.

My ABS alarm began going off, with no lights and retained brake function. Pulling codes from the ABS module shows inadequate pressure and overlong run time. Will pull motor soon and see about a rebuild.

While this isn't apples to apples because you're in Canada, when I was shopping around for a front diff, I saw (at the time) complete assembled units for 2,000$. Upon contacting a local drivetrain shop for a quote, I could get my diff completely overhauled with new internals and an ARB...

If it's a drive flange or front differential issue, I've been running my LC for 2 years with my front driveshaft disconnected, the drive flanges removed, and the diff locked, including towing an (unloaded) trailer, probably 40,000 miles.

This isn't apples to apples, but I bought an ARB in a similar configuration and it's eaten 3 deer, at least one of which was at highway speed, as well as pushing some cars up a hill and ramming a dumpster. Incidentally, do we have any data or anecdotes about people smacking into things with...

When I blew my front diff on patchy ice, I didn't notice until the next day. KATHUNK KATHUNK KATHUNK If it's not consistent with speed, I would look elsewhere. A missing tooth makes you aware of itself. EDIT: Regarding going 2x4, I've been driving for about two years like this in my 2000...

Liking the look of the rear bumper. That may get bumped up the priority list.

I was losing coils and by the third decided to replace all of them. Five more from RockAuto and I haven't had a problem since.

Have had a minor coolant leak for months and just replaced with distilled water over the summer. Cold weather means its time to pay the piper. The other issue I was having is the engine was running about 30 degrees cool, even with a piece of cardboard in front of the radiator. The thermostat...

You must be bored today. 9 minute turnaround is pretty fast!

I had no idea that's what those rubber things were for. I made what I consider a mistake and bought the year model appropriate bumper for my 2000. I dearly miss the ability to mount fog lights (I have them mounted high, where most people mount driving lights, and aimed low).