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Old 08-22-2019, 01:42 AM #76
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How much does that shackle stick-out? This is the license plate holder I got, and it allows for 2.75" behind, likely not enough, so it would be angled upward somewhat...

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I had that exact same license plate mount before switching to this AWS. It definitely bugged my OCD more so than having the license plate partially obstructed like it is now. Probably end up fabbing something up to reuse the mounting plate that fits behind the hawse fairlead, because OCD.
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Small Update

Finished the 500 mile break-in of the new front diff, so did an oil change along with the drain and fill of the front diff. Seemed like the metal particles on the diff drain plug magnet were pretty normal:



Only had about a bottle and a half of the Lucas 85w-140 dino gear oil to fill it back up with and after pumping it all out into the diff, it didn't start dripping out like I usually like to see. Good opportunity to use the bore scope to double-check:

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Grit looks okay:


On the "WTF" side, the drain plug was once again stuck in diff enough to end up stripping out the 10mm hex. Again had to use the Irwin extractor that was used the last time to get it out. This time though, I don't have a replacement, so I've got one on order from Amazon. Sucks I'll have to drain and refill it again. I'm starting to wonder if 48 ft-lbs is the correct torque value:



What I'm thinking is to use the old plug (which was new as of about 9 months ago) and weld a nut to it and use that going forward. This way the new plug that's on order can be used as a backup in the case that I can't get it welded on there well enough. Can anyone confirm that these are 1.25 pitched 24mm plugs? Also thinking about just ordering something from McMaster-Carr and doing away with the stupid 10mm hex!

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Little video of installing the dual battery tray I put together. Going to try to do more of these in the future.


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Old 12-04-2019, 01:30 PM #80
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Here's a video I put together to go over replacing the stripped front diff drain plug. Hope this helps someone out in the future.

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did you buy that irwin kit in a store? if so, which one?

i have a stripped drain plug and i need to get it out. i have a welder and i spare tool to weld to the plug so i will likely try that. if i can buy this locally i will consider buying the kit. i dont want to buy online incase it doesnt work for me and i have to return it (these kits either seem to work incredibly well, or not at all for me). ive already sent two (non car related) packages back for returns this week and its a PITA to keep track of everything.

edit: i saw it once and then i couldnt find it again. why did your weld break? not good enough penetration?
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did you buy that irwin kit in a store? if so, which one?
It's the Irwin Multi-Spline Extractor Set #53227. This is the full kit, but I ended up using only the 7/16" extractor for this specific need. I think you can get a smaller 5 piece kit with that one included. IMHO, they are handy to have around to extract stuff when needed.

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edit: i saw it once and then i couldnt find it again. why did your weld break? not good enough penetration?
Yeah, I've only got the 125amp HF flux core welder, so it just wasn't enough umpf to penetrate the drain plug to get the sacrificial 10mm hex socket to stick.
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ah i see thank you. my roommate has a welder that is hooked up to gas and can weld up to 1/2" thick plate; so i will likely go that route just for the sake of not spending money.
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ah i see thank you. my roommate has a welder that is hooked up to gas and can weld up to 1/2" thick plate; so i will likely go that route just for the sake of not spending money.
As I'm sure you know, that heat should also help. Not sure if you're considering it, but you may want to reuse that drain plug since it'll already have that welded on. As shown in my video. On a brand new diff along with a drain plug less than a year old, it was already stuck after only about a month and a half. I'm going to be welding a nut onto the old stripped drain plug for future use if I have the same problem.
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If I'm not mistaken, both front and rear diffs and the transfer case drain and fill plugs share the same m18x1.5 thread. Earlier this fall when performing my 4runner's annual service I had the fill plug round out on me when checking the fill level, even with a Snap-On six point socket. It's inevitable, sooner or later they fail.

Anyway, I didn't like the dealer price for a replacement so I sourced a plug and gasket through Dorman. The plug has a much more substantial hex, and the gasket is made from a synthetic. Cost me less than $3 at my flaps. I don't see another problem with it in the future. Dorman #090-042.

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If I'm not mistaken, both front and rear diffs and the transfer case drain and fill plugs share the same m18x1.5 thread. Earlier this fall when performing my 4runner's annual service I had the fill plug round out on me when checking the fill level, even with a Snap-On six point socket. It's inevitable, sooner or later they fail.

Anyway, I didn't like the dealer price for a replacement so I sourced a plug and gasket through Dorman. The plug has a much more substantial hex, and the gasket is made from a synthetic. Cost me less than $3 at my flaps. I don't see another problem with it in the future. Dorman #090-042.

I don't think it's 1.5 thread pitch, but I could very well be wrong. Seems more like a 1.25 to me from what I remember. Memory is getting bad though.

Edit: I'll check tonight with the old stripped plug and report back.

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I don't think it's 1.5 thread pitch, but I could very well be wrong. Seems more like a 1.25 to me from what I remember. Memory is getting bad though.

Edit: I'll check tonight with the old stripped plug and report back.
Either way, a superior replacement should be available. The OE design on these plugs sucks.
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Either way, a superior replacement should be available. The OE design on these plugs sucks.
while i agree that if youre going to do a hex style design, it should be atleast a torx type with plenty of depth to allow for proper bit engagement.

i have a small trick that may or may not help you with these hex caps. if the fitment between the hex key and plug is a little sloppy, take your hex/allen socket and wrap 1 layer of painters tape around it. this should take up all the 'slack' per se. i have done this in the past and its worked out great.
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wow. quite a build you have going. thanks for all the pix and exposure to possibilities. time to subscribe to your thread ;-)
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Rear Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement

Even though I've got Sonoran Steel HD rear lower control arms, I've kept the old ones around. Going to be using them as trail spares, but wanted to at least get the old bushings out and replace them. I put together a video on how I press these out and I believe it's mostly based on @mtbtim and @infamousRNR 's experience. You should definitely watch their video for a more thorough explanation that includes removal from the vehicle (YouTube)

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