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[cruiserpatch]

Was that before installing a front locker?

I don't think that there's too many other people grenading front diffs with lockers installed though, hahaha. Props on that!

This was also post-locker...

So my kill count is:

1x OEM '99 open 2-pinion (spider blew up) 4.30 - July 2022
1x OEM '98 eaton locked (ring and pinion shredded) 4.30 - April 2023
1x Nitro Gear eaton locked (ring and pinion shredded) 4.30 - November 2024

I'm adding reduction gears to my t-case for high and low range to hopefully reduce wheel spin under acceleration/crawling.
Shock loading seems to do it...

 

[TRDdrew]

Shock loading seems to do it...

You don't say......

those are numbers to be proud of lol, you need to become a quality control tester for Toyota

 

[MongooseGA]

Some things may just not be #PatchProof... just sayin.

This would be a great marketing strategy. Patch, take note. Alliteration and strength!

 

[Dirt J]

I gladly accept discount codes and free test stuff, in lieu of royalties.

 

[cruiserpatch]

Running maintenance/mods checklist:

• retorque/repack wheel bearings
• replace LCA bushings SuperPro (again)
• replace steering rack bushings SuperPro (again)
• replace rear axle assy.
  • weld on PCK
  • move brakes from old to new axle
• T-case regear (LR & HR)
• replace front bump stops with new Perry Parts prototypes
• mount new tires on wheels
• balance new tires/wheels
• clear 37s (BFH?)
  • washer bottle relocation (80 series bottle in AHC reservoir location?)
• replace outer TREs
• replace inner TREs
• spot weld trailing arm nuts
• remove & sell White Knuckle Sliders (AHC two-leg)
• install new sliders
• remove and sell Dissent rear bumper (link to sale thread be posted here)
• remove sleeping platform
• install 2nd row seats
• remove & sell Ironman front bumper
• weld & install front bumper
• finish spoiler design
• remove & sell mountain hatch tailgate cover
• install GA’s custom tailgate storage setup
• design & install tailgate reinforcement bracket (for OE tire carrier)
• remove & ship front diff to ECGS
• re-install front diff
• install new diff drop (oops broke it)
• find & repair AC leak, recharge system

Ever growing…always towards chaos

 

[FamilyCamper]

going high clearance bumpers?
Also 37s!??
After all those CVs already !! (Or so I've read )

 

[cruiserpatch]

going high clearance bumpers?

Yes- Coastal front and not sure about rear yet...

Also 37s!??
After all those CVs already !! (Or so I've read )

Also yes- I've been of the theory that at some point capability counters fatigue/stress but finding that balance is hard.

Put another way, I wonder how much more stress it requires on the vehicle to climb an obstacle using momentum on 33's that with 35's, per se, may be easier...gears are a must at this point

 

[abuck99]

Yes- Coastal front and not sure about rear yet...

Also yes- I've been of the theory that at some point capability counters fatigue/stress but finding that balance is hard.

Put another way, I wonder how much more stress it requires on the vehicle to climb an obstacle using momentum on 33's that with 35's, per se, may be easier...gears are a must at this point

5.29’s into an IFS UZJ100?

I am going to regear and am trying to take the path that ETXLX450F said he took but I’m running into some roadblocks. I originally messaged him last January to confirm he really did have 5.29’s in his UZJ100, and this was his response... “Daily my IFS with 5.29s Georg @ Valley Hybrids hooked...

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[MongooseGA]

Running maintenance/mods checklist:

• retorque/repack wheel bearings
• replace LCA bushings SuperPro (again)
• replace steering rack bushings SuperPro (again)
• replace rear axle assy.
  • weld on PCK
  • move brakes from old to new axle
• T-case regear (LR & HR)
• replace front bump stops with new Perry Parts prototypes
• mount new tires on wheels
• balance new tires/wheels
• clear 37s (BFH?)
• replace outer TREs
• replace inner TREs
• spot weld trailing arm nuts
• remove & sell White Knuckle Sliders (AHC two-leg)
• install new sliders
• remove and sell Dissent rear bumper (link to sale thread be posted here)
• remove sleeping platform
• install 2nd row seats
• remove & sell Ironman front bumper
• weld & install front bumper
• finish spoiler design
• remove & sell mountain hatch tailgate cover
• install GA’s custom tailgate storage setup
• design & install tailgate reinforcement bracket (for OE tire carrier)
• remove & ship front diff to ECGS
• re-install front diff
• install new diff drop (oops broke it)

Ever growing…always towards chaos

What is this spoiler design you speak of? Are you trying your hand at the Tacti-Tail?

BTW I have the nuts and bolts missing from your tailgate kit. Want me to drop them in the mail to you?

 

[LJE]

What is this spoiler design you speak of? Are you trying your hand at the Tacti-Tail?

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BTW I have the nuts and bolts missing from your tailgate kit. Want me to drop them in the mail to you?

I've actually been kicking this idea around in my head for a while now... My LX doesn't have a spoiler of any kind, but something for chase lights would be cool.

 

[abuck99]

G.A. Are you cutting those on your new table?

 

[MongooseGA]

G.A. Are you cutting those on your new table?

I need a hatch to finish them but yes, I will be.

 

[ClassyJalopy]

I've actually been kicking this idea around in my head for a while now... My LX doesn't have a spoiler of any kind, but something for chase lights would be cool.

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[cruiserpatch]

I might not be a welder but I’m definitely not a welder. s*** won’t go anywhere at least

 

[MongooseGA]

I might not be a welder but I’m definitely not a welder. s*** won’t go anywhere at least

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When asked, I usually say "I can make metal stick together".

 

[FamilyCamper]

I might not be a welder but I’m definitely not a welder. s*** won’t go anywhere at least

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Very nice, same over here. That adjustment definitely helped my truck ride better. Looks like some good access to weld lol

 

[cruiserpatch]

Time for some changes around here
(gotta shoot a review video then I’ll list it for sale- assuming Knox doesn’t buy it. He has right of first refusal)

 

[Live to Ski]

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Time for some changes around here
(gotta shoot a review video then I’ll list it for sale- assuming Knox doesn’t buy it. He has right of first refusal)

boy, i thought assembly was involved.....

 

[cruiserpatch]

Bled the brakes, put in a 146,000 mile rear axle, freshly balanced driveshaft, RWD for now. The daily driver tundra’s transmission just took a s*** so looks like the LX will get some use.

I put the 35s back on for now while I’m still making room for the new meats

Somehow the ‘D’ light has returned after four months of no use. I could’ve sworn it wasn’t working- I’m not old yet am I?

 

[AARONTLC]

Bled the brakes, put in a 146,000 mile rear axle, freshly balanced driveshaft, RWD for now. The daily driver tundra’s transmission just took a s*** so looks like the LX will get some use.

I put the 35s back on for now while I’m still making room for the new meats

Somehow the ‘D’ light has returned after four months of no use. I could’ve sworn it wasn’t working- I’m not old yet am I?

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Looks like your shop is a paint booth?