Complete Third Member

[80t0ylc]

The physical third member, is the same between semi and full float. Semi-float gets a pillow block on the cross pin to locate the axle shafts and hold the c-clips in their pockets. Full float shafts are located by the flange getting bolted to the hub, so the pillow block is deleted. Side gears are the same between each variant.

Thanks for chiming in, good info for the OP. The "pillow block" is not mentioned by name in the FSM, that I could see. So I'm assuming that is what is refered to as pinion shaft, spacer, gear, and washer, as much as I hate to assume anything working on a rig.

 

[TOYTACO11]

Thanks for chiming in, good info for the OP. The "pillow block" is not mentioned by name in the FSM, that I could see. So I'm assuming that is what is refered to as pinion shaft, spacer, gear, and washer, as much as I hate to assume anything working on a rig.

Yes I am aware of the pillow block. But still very good info on the differences. Thanks

 

[TOYTACO11]

You can still pull the thirds your self and have a shop set them up, in fact the shop that I use prefers that as you car is not taking up space in his shop.
A good busy shop will have and sale you the gears that you need saving you money as they make the mark up on the parts. most shops don't want you to bring in your own parts. You will save money on shipping as well.
Last year when I broke my ring and pinyon, I pulled the third and had the R&P replaced for $650 parts and labor I did not need a master rebuild kit because I did not have very many miles since the re-gear and it let go in my drive way.
I think you would be wise to find a reputable shop near you and just bring them your thirds
The only reason you would buy the R&P your self is if you are going to install them your self. Remember a shop is buying in bulk and getting a discount that you can't get.
It's also eraser for a shop to warranty parts that He sales you.
One last thing if there is a issue you don't want to have to ship them back.

By the quotes that I received the price is quite pricey.. and a hassle having to ship back my cores and what not.

I talked to one local shop they quoted me 400 per axle + 75 for pinion spacer install per axle bringing 950$ for labor thats me pulling the thirds and bringing them to the shop…. plus another 1000$ or so for the gear package to include master install kits….

Does that sound reasonable?

Master kits are a must since I know they have never been serviced and are 30 years old. So would be dumb not to do this.

Anyone know any reputable shops around the Austin Metro that I could reach out to?