Calico - January 24, 2026 Club Run

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Not sure I will be making the run. Lost my front driveshaft somewhere on the 91 freeway while towing the 40 to AZ this past weekend. (Had to do the Broken Arrow Trail in Sedona in 2 wheell drive. )

Anybody have a front driveshaft they don't need???

And the Tacomo's rear U-joint starting making a lot of noise on the way back from AZ. I feel a trend coming on!!!
 
TemboTusk said:
Not sure I will be making the run. Lost my front driveshaft somewhere on the 91 freeway while towing the 40 to AZ this past weekend. (Had to do the Broken Arrow Trail in Sedona in 2 wheell drive. )

Anybody have a front driveshaft they don't need???

And the Tacomo's rear U-joint starting making a lot of noise on the way back from AZ. I feel a trend coming on!!!
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For a ‘67, with the 8mm bolts?
 
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I would think so. Does it help to count the remaining female splines to be sure?
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Not really. Just need to know the bolt size and flange to flange. I can check stock in the morning, but if it’s OE, I probably have a dozen.
 
65swb45 said:
Not really. Just need to know the bolt size and flange to flange. I can check stock in the morning, but if it’s OE, I probably have a dozen.
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I just checked the flange and it is an 8mm bolt size. Flange to the splines is 23.5"
 
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rockcod said:
Just run it Jerry!!! Last year I only had 1 wheel drive. You’ll be fine!!!
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I hear you! I taught a bunch of Jeep owners what a Land Cruiser could do in 2 wheel drive this past weekend!!!
 
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One on the left is an early front. 27” flange to flange with 1” of slipyoke showing.
 
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One on the left is an early front. 27” flange to flange with 1” of slipyoke showing.
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Mark, I remeasued flange to flange at about 31" The short end of the driveline with the internal splines are at the transfer case end. Would it be best to drive up to your shop with the 40?
 
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TemboTusk said:
Mark, I remeasued flange to flange at about 31" The short end of the driveline with the internal splines are at the transfer case end. Would it be best to drive up to your shop with the 40?
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If your flanges are that far different, I would venture a guess that you have a 4 speed transmission conversion. Definitely not stock. And definitely not a shaft that I have in stock.
 
65swb45 said:
If your flanges are that far different, I would venture a guess that you have a 4 speed transmission conversion. Definitely not stock. And definitely not a shaft that I have in stock.
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Yes, that is correct. I do have a 4 speed transmission conversion. Suggestions? FJ-60 front driveshaft? Or get it built at OC Drive line near me?
Thanks for effort!!!
 
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@65swb45 I can meet you out there on Friday. Since it does not sound like anyone else other than maybe @Live to Ski is heading out Friday to camp with us I would prefer to camp near the end of the Saturday's trail run off of Fort Irwin Road (unless you know a better spot). More space and less chance of crowds. Meet around 3:00 at the intersection of 15 and Fort Irwin Road? Can you PM your cell and I can give you mine?
 
Jerry, I had this driveshaft retubed to use in Sully, ended not using, probably will use it in Morty. It is out an fj60, what pinion flanges do you have? I can bring it if you want to give it a shot. I dont have the bolts though.

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rockcod said:
Jerry, I had this driveshaft retubed to use in Sully, ended not using, probably will use it in Morty. It is out an fj60, what pinion flanges do you have? I can bring it if you want to give it a shot. I dont have the bolts though.

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My flanges use 8mm bolts. Send me a DM or email . I could come by tonight or tomorrow.
 
Hey all - I'm looking forward to our Calico run! Based on who has gotten back to me, it looks like we expect to see the following:

Saturday Run:
  1. Chris (@Otis) - 100 Series
  2. Rich and Katelin (@rpfzj80) - 2nd gen 4Runner or 40 Series
  3. Carlos (@menancyandsam) - 100 Series
  4. Mark (@65swb45) - 45 Series
  5. Tanner (@Tanner H) - 70 Series
  6. Tony (@rockcod) - 40 Series
  7. Dat ( @Ttoner80 ]) - 80 Series
  8. George (@LXCruiser570) - 200 Series
  9. Chris and Mandy (@CandM LB) - 250 Series
  10. Chris (@ChrisLC250) - 250 Series
  11. Jerry and Bryan (@TemboTusk) - 40 Series
  12. Chris (@grumpyoldman) - 40 Series
  13. I am sure there will be others that show up...
Camping Friday Night:
  1. Chris (@Otis)
  2. Mark (@65swb45)
Camping Saturday Night:
  1. Chris (@Otis)
  2. Mark (@65swb45)
  3. Carlos (@menancyandsam)
  4. George (@LXCruiser570)
  5. Jerry and Bryan (@TemboTusk)
It is a big group but I think it should be easily manageable as long as we don't get too many others joining...

I will update the list if there are any changes.

See you out there!
 
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