The rear diff is what allows the wheels to turn if both rear wheels are up. Independent of whether the vehicle is in park or if the front wheels are off the ground.
If you only lifted a single rear wheel, it wouldn't turn.
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The rear diff is what allows the wheels to turn if both rear wheels are up. Independent of whether the vehicle is in park or if the front wheels are off the ground.
If you only lifted a single rear wheel, it wouldn't turn.
greynolds
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Here's my SQOD (though it's being asked in the form of a statement rather than a question 
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I just finished mounting my cellular router in the "first aid kit" compartment on the passenger side of the cargo area. I drilled a hole to pass the antenna cable through and am wondering if anyone has found any self adhesive clips that will attach well to the interior panels so I can ensure the cable doesn't get snagged on things. I probably could have drilled a hole through the top of the rear quarter trim panel so I only would have had perhaps 6 inches of cable exposed, but I've been trying to avoid modifying panels that are expensive to replace and without removing the panel (which I know is doable, but a bit of a project and it's crazy humid outside today) I'm not sure where it would be safe to drill the hole without drilling through something important. I did run an Ethernet cable and switched power cable to the front glovebox area about a week ago, but was able to do so without removing the rear quarter trim panel.
):I just finished mounting my cellular router in the "first aid kit" compartment on the passenger side of the cargo area. I drilled a hole to pass the antenna cable through and am wondering if anyone has found any self adhesive clips that will attach well to the interior panels so I can ensure the cable doesn't get snagged on things. I probably could have drilled a hole through the top of the rear quarter trim panel so I only would have had perhaps 6 inches of cable exposed, but I've been trying to avoid modifying panels that are expensive to replace and without removing the panel (which I know is doable, but a bit of a project and it's crazy humid outside today) I'm not sure where it would be safe to drill the hole without drilling through something important. I did run an Ethernet cable and switched power cable to the front glovebox area about a week ago, but was able to do so without removing the rear quarter trim panel.
So after dropping my spare to inspect and adjust pressure today, I was disappointed to find that my attempts at protecting the brand new tire did not pan out.
Having bought the 5th to eventually rear carry I am kind of annoyed that the tire is marred up.
What are you guys doing if anything to prevent this?
Having bought the 5th to eventually rear carry I am kind of annoyed that the tire is marred up.
What are you guys doing if anything to prevent this?
Something like these perhaps? I use these up front for my phone charging cables and works pretty well. I find that the adhesive lasts about 18mos then need to be replaced. But pretty cheap solution overall.Here's my SQOD (though it's being asked in the form of a statement rather than a question
I just finished mounting my cellular router in the "first aid kit" compartment on the passenger side of the cargo area. I drilled a hole to pass the antenna cable through and am wondering if anyone has found any self adhesive clips that will attach well to the interior panels so I can ensure the cable doesn't get snagged on things. I probably could have drilled a hole through the top of the rear quarter trim panel so I only would have had perhaps 6 inches of cable exposed, but I've been trying to avoid modifying panels that are expensive to replace and without removing the panel (which I know is doable, but a bit of a project and it's crazy humid outside today) I'm not sure where it would be safe to drill the hole without drilling through something important. I did run an Ethernet cable and switched power cable to the front glovebox area about a week ago, but was able to do so without removing the rear quarter trim panel.
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Mine has worked out okay as long as I keep the spare in the regular tire rotation. It still shows those marks a little bit when I drop it, but it disappears during its time while not in the spare position.
greynolds
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Thanks - that's the sort of thing I had in mind, but was just hoping someone had found something that doesn't need to be replaced once in a while (the only way to accomplish that on the textured surface most likely involves putting holes in the panel for screws). The more I think about it, the more I'm wondering if I should just suck it up and drill a hole in the big rear quarter trim panel. If I drill it on the front facing side just above the top of the subwoofer, it won't be very visible and only a few inches of the cable would be exposed. I've got a boroscope snake camera kicking around somewhere that has an associated iOS app, so perhaps I can use that to check if it's safe to drill so I don't need to remove the trim panel. Going through the plastic, I would have sufficient control over the drill to avoid anything that's near where the drill would go through.
I mounted the antenna to the glass using the same Dual Lock Velcro that's typically used for toll booth transponders.
prwillard2
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Best method for getting offroad pinstripes off caused by juniper shrubs? Put some nice ones on my brand new truck 
. They're not deep and don't catch my fingernail.
. They're not deep and don't catch my fingernail.
prwillard2
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oil change is every 10k, just an oil mileage honestly
If doing it by hand, Meguiars ScratchX works quite well for light scratches.Best method for getting offroad pinstripes off caused by juniper shrubs? Put some nice ones on my brand new truck
I just ordered this kit from Chemical Guys and spent the weekend buffing the whole SUV. Easier than doing by hand but still a lot of work. TORQX Random Orbital Polisher Kit | - https://www.chemicalguys.com/torqx-random-orbital-polisher-kit/BUF503X.html
I got some scratching the boring way.......a Sequoia touched the rear quarter panel when parking next to me at a motel. I used Nu Finish Scratch Doctor to buff them out. The scratching I get the good way......pine branches on the way to my cabin.... I just leave.Best method for getting offroad pinstripes off caused by juniper shrubs? Put some nice ones on my brand new truck
If the Toyos are like Michelins, those marks don't last long in use. Every 5 tire rotation, I see those for only a short time.
Yup, suck it up and drill to hide the wire. If I had something like you showed in the current location photo, it would quickly get ripped out (even if glued on) from all the stuff I haul.
I’m about to do brakes and rotors. Is everyone using new bolts (I think Toyota recommends) or re-using the caliper bolts?
used new bolts when I did my brake rebuild. But I had 210000 miles at the time . . .
greynolds
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I ended up doing that on Sunday and am pleased with the result, other than the hole that is now left in the first-aid kit cover
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Reused mine at 90k
Happen to remember part numbers? I have an 08. I have 140k, so I might as well follow Toyota’s guidelines
it was pre-covid at the parts counter . . . sorry.
I reused mine at 200k miles. I had no idea that the caliper bolt was a wear part. I wonder what the reasoning is behind that....
