Grease Leaking on 100 ?

[primer7]

Found this on the PS front drive assembly...what would be the next step?

 

[rusty_tlc]

Edit: Get the FSM, I have an electronic version if you need a copy.

Replace the CV boot. It's a pretty easy job, if you have instructions. While your in there you might want to look wt the wheel bearings etc.


Get Beno on speed dial, he is the best and cheapest source for OEM parts.

 

[primer7]

Thanks Rusty, about how long should this take...a few hours?

 

[rusty_tlc]

Thanks Rusty, about how long should this take...a few hours?

If your working from the FSM, first timer etc., I'd allow 1 - 2 hours per side the first time. Spresso would have abetter idea he has worked on the 100 IFS a lot more than I have. If he doesn't chime in shoot him a PM. He also has a PDF copy of the FSM.

 

[spressomon]

Yeah...first time pulling a CV on a 100 will take you about 90-minutes just to get the CV shaft assembly on the bench; and you're going to need a puller you probably don't own to separate the upper and possibly lower ball joints (try smacking the knuckle on the flat surface for the same purpose to see if you can knock them loose without a puller first...). Figure another hour to overhaul the CV axle assembly...be sure to have plenty of toilet paper on hand for mopping up the CV lube (thanks RustyDan for that tip ). And then another 45-60 minutes or so to slap it back together on the rig. Get the boot kit from beno/Onur for about $30 each IIRC (includes lube, new boots and retainers for the boots). And don't even think about sourcing non OEM CV shaft assemblies...new or reman...as they ALL SUCK.

The CV can be removed with or without messing with the wheel/hub bearings...just so you know in advance. If you elect to overhaul your front wheel bearings then you'll need a little more time on the re-install side. And regardless of which way you decide to get the CV shaft out...be sure to know there is a small diameter needle bearing just inside the inner side of the steering knuckle. The CV shaft rests/rolls on this needle bearing. Be sure to clean and lube it accordingly...more than likely you'll miss it the first time through if you don't know about it. Plenty of evidence on the 100 board about guys that were not aware of it.

And to be honest...its easier to grease this bearing by hand than mess around with the special fifty dollar tool. Just say'n. And the snap rings that hold the CV shaft in place are spec'd by Toyota as a one-time use part. I would adhere to this too...more than a few folks on the 100 Forum didn't or were not aware and the spend money light can subsequently come on...BIG TIME. Related: These snap rings come in about 5-different thicknesses. Just order a couple of each, as they're relatively inexpensive, to have on hand.

Duck bill style snap ring pliers will make for less cussing related to removal and install of the same snap-rings. And be damn careful of the ABS sensor you need to remove to get enough clearance to get the CV out of the steering knuckle...you DO NOT want to have to buy one of those if you damage it!

If you need help let me know...but I won't be around this weekend. Until I get back to work weekdays/weekday evenings are also good for me...typically.

 

[primer7]

I ordered the $30 CV kit boot from CDan, help would be nice and I was thinking perhaps a Pizza-Beer (or cook out) -CV Boot fit party for the club at my house soon??? I'll pick up the tab of course.

I really want to learn how to do this.

Thanks
Keith

 

[CV Kurt]

I got some wrenching to do myself... maybe we should organize an install day. In my case, I have a shiny new SW 9.5SR winch to put on the shiny new MT tube bumper once that's on the FJC. While I code mine solo, it's always easier with an extra set of hands and an extra brain or two.

I'm quite willing to contribute to beer and food!